Computer Aided Drafting - Architecture, Certificate - Academic Plan
2024-2025
Total Credits = 16
The Computer Aided Drafting Certificate prepares students for advanced levels of Computer Aided Design (CAD) within industry, utilizing the latest hardware and software releases. The certificate can be completed within one year. This certificate prepares students to perform 2D and 3D design within CAD and other CAD-related software.
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Recommendations
Where requirements are listed as course categories (e.g. Electives, Arts/Humanities) rather than as specific courses, please note that depending upon course choice, prerequisites may be required.
*Grade C or better required
| Required Course | Prerequisite, Corequisite, or Recommendation |
|---|---|
| AEC 1200 - Print Reading Residential/Commercial | Prerequisite: College Readiness in English and Quantitative Literacy Math |
| CAD 2221 - Advanced Revit Architecture | Prerequisite: CAD 2220 - Revit® Architecture |
| CAD 2694 - 3D Scanning and Modeling | Prerequisites: CAD 1110 - SketchUp OR CAD 2400 - Computer Aided Drafting/3D OR CAD 2460 - Inventor I/AutoDesk OR CAD 2455 - Solidworks/Mechanical |
| CAD 2660 - 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing | Prerequisites: CAD 1110 - SketchUp OR CAD 2400 - Computer Aided Drafting/3D OR CAD 2460 - Inventor I/AutoDesk OR CAD 2455 - Solidworks/Mechanical |
Recommended Course Sequence
Year 1: Fall
3 Credits
4 Credits
Year 1: Spring
3 Credits
Elective
Choose 1:
3 Credits
OR
Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time Track)
Year 1: Fall
3 Credits
Year 1: Spring
3 Credits
Elective (Choose 1)
3 Credits
OR
Year 2: Fall*
4 Credits
Notes
- Course availability is subject to change.
- ACC's CAD Program suggests using a Windows computer for all drafting software. Prior to beginning the CAD Certificate PRogram, students should be able to easily navigate through a computer's file manager, navigate new software, and use the internet.
- Consult with the CAD Program Chair for advising and/or course substitutions.
- Refer to 2024/2025 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this certificate.
- *Check with financial aid for eligibility whenever taking less than 6 credits per semester