Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Micro-Credential

Program Description

The CAD Credential prepares successful completers for entry-level positions in a wide variety of industries that employ those with these skills. These industries include both advanced manufacturing as well as green technology. This credential consists of four courses:

MFG 109 Fundamental Concepts of Metrology

MFG 111 AutoCAD

MFG 112 Solid Modeling I

MFG 293 Manufacturing Internship

This credential is stackable into the Manufacturing Certificate program. Students may take this Micro-Credential as credit bearing or non-credit bearing.

 

Program Outcomes:                           

Upon completion of the CAD Micro-Credential, students will have achieved the following learning outcomes:

• Draw, modify, annotate and dimension an accurate drawing
• Create and apply a CAD template file
• Print/plot a CAD template file
• Create bottom-up assemblies of multiple parts
• Create part configurations
• Create drawings of parts and assemblies
• Demonstrate professional and technical skills in an office environment

 

Employment Potential

This Micro-Credential prepares students to be ready to enter the workforce as an entry level CAD designer.