May 17, 2024  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog

Computer-Aided Design, AAS


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Department: Computer-Aided Design   

Program/Major Code: AASELECMECHN/CAD3

CIP Code: 15.1301

Duration in weeks: 64


Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, the learner will be able to:

  1. Create computer-aided representations that develop and document design ideas.
  2. Apply various graphic outputs of the design process.
  3. Discuss gap between modeling and execution within the context of the appropriate industry.
  4. Integrate effective collaboration skills.
  5. Formulate critical questions to explore problem-solving methods.

Semester Pathway

This pathway is a suggested sequence of courses for your program of study. Work with an advisor to develop a unique pathway for you based on your placement recommendations, any prior college courses, and your specific situation. The courses listed reflect the minimum requirements for this program. Designed for students who have completed prerequisites and have met college preparatory requirements in math, writing and reading.

General Education Note: Ensure that one general education CTE course fulfills one of the awareness categories:

First Semester


  • CTE - Arts & Humanities  - (ART 110  - Recommended) - 3 Credits
  • CAD 101  - Computer-Aided Drafting - 4 Credits
  • CAD 117  - Print Reading with CAD for Manufacturing or CAD 166  - Introduction to Revit - 4 Credits
  • STU 100  - College Success and Career Planning - 1 Credit
  • Technical Elective* - 3 Credits

Second Semester


Third Semester


Fourth Semester


Total Credits: 60 Credits



*Technical Electives: AIT 105 , BCT 101 BCT 102 BCT 265 BCT 286 BCT 287 CAD 151 CAD 165 CAD 166 CAD 167 CAD 196 CAD 199 CAD 199WK CAD 207 CAD 252 CAD 265 CAD 270 CAD 296 MAT 188 , WLD 110 , Any ENG MAC  or LTP  course.

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