Program Overview

cad

CAD Drafting Technology

Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences Division, Room T302, (847)543-2044

www.clcillinois.edu/programs/cad
Degree: Associate in Applied Science
Plan 24DC

This program prepares students for employment and advancement in all aspects of design utilizing the latest CAD software. As a designer you’ll work under the supervision of an engineer or Architect to create/revise/conceptualize design in their perspective fields. This degree leads into the fields Mechanical Design/Technician, Architectural Designer/Technician, Survey Technician CAD, and Civil Technician.

To complete an A.A.S., students are strongly encouraged to meet with an Academic Success Advisor to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements.

Recommended Plan of Study

CoURSE	Title	Hours
Summer Semester		4 Credits
course ^	*College Success Seminar*	*[2]*
course	CAD Drafting Applications (offered Summer only)	4
First Semester		12 Credits
CoURSE	Title	Hours
course	CAD/CAM Concepts	3
course	Introduction to AutoCAD	3
course	Introduction to Solidworks	3
course	Communication Skills	3
Second Semester		15 Credits
CoURSE	Title	Hours
course	AutoCAD II	3
course	Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing	3
course	Solidworks II	3
course	Mechanical Drafting	3
course	Applied Mathematics I	3
Third Semester		15 Credits
CoURSE	Title	Hours
course	Civil Drafting	3
course	Introduction to Revit	3
course	Mechanical Design and Drafting	3
course	Economics for Business and Industry	3
course	Introduction to Sociology	3
Fourth Semester		15 Credits
CoURSE	Title	Hours
course	Technical Composition I	3
course	Drafting for MEP	3
course	Drafting for Surveyors	3
course	Revit II	3
course	Drafting for Civil Engineers	3
Total Hours for A.A.S. Degree		61

^ The credit for CLC 120, College Success Seminar, is an institutional requirement for graduation. It is not part of the program requirements but must be completed with a D or better.

For more information on recommended courses or program specific advising, contact the Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences division at (847) 543-2044.