Computer Aided Drafting Postsecondary Plan of Study

Aims Community College Updated Summer 2013 Engineering Technology Computer Aided Drafting Postsecondary Plan of Study

Plan of Study: Engineering Technology/Computer Aided Pathway: Architecture & Construction Drafting Web ID 2166

Career Goal (O*Net Code): (Click the occupational title to access education, skills, Relevant Occupational Experience and employment outlook information) Pathway Overview: The Architecture and Construction pathway Architectural Drafters (17-3011.01) focuses on careers in designing, managing, building, and maintaining the building environment. Civil Drafters (17-3011.02)  Electronic Drafters (17-3012.01) Relevant Skills: Mechanically inclined, able to visualize three- Electrical Drafters (17-3012.02) dimensional objects, artistic, knowledge of manufacturing or Mechanical Drafters (17-3013.00) construction, knowledge of manufacturing or construction and good Surveying Technicians (17-3031.01)* with people. Geographic Information Systems Technicians (15-1199.05)* Military: Surveying, Mapping and Drafting Technician * High Demand Career and = Green Career CCCS Credit for Prior Learning Guide Aims Assessment for Credit for Prior Learning assistance

Aims Engineering / CAD Web Site Related Occupations: Architectural, Mechanical & Civil Possible Pathways to your Career! Program Length Programs Available Tuition Salary (*Based on meeting Career Options Program Entrance Range Requirements) Advanced CAD Certificate 6 credits (1 semester) Aims Tuition Intern Architect, Drafter, Architect, Draftsman, Basic CAD Certificate 9 credits (1 semester) Architectural Designer, Architectural Drafter, Architectural Intern, Project Manager, CAD/CNC Certificate 6 credits (1 semester) Architectural Draftsman, CAD Technician Civil CAD Certificate 6 credits (1 semester) (Computer-Aided Design Technician), Option(s)

Computer-Aided Design Technician (CAD GIS CAD Certificate 9 credits (1 semester) Technician), Civil Drafter, Computer-Aided $-$$$ GIS Certificate 9 credits (1 semester) Design Designer (CAD Designer), Computer- Mechanical CAD Certificate 9 credits (1 semester) Aided Design Operator (CAD Operator), Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Drafter Certificate Residential/Commercial Architectural CAD Certificate 9 credits (1 semester) (CADD Drafter), Drafting Technician, Draftsman, Draftsperson, Civil CAD Designer

Career & Technical Education is delivered through the Colorado Community College System www.cccs.edu Aims Community College Updated Summer 2013 Engineering Technology Computer Aided Drafting Postsecondary Plan of Study

Aims Tuition (Civil Computer Aided Design Designer), Civil CAD Tech (Civil Computer-Aided Design Technician), Designer, Printed Circuit Board Designer (PCB Designer), CAD Designer (Computer Aided Design Designer), Drafter, Equipment Services Associate (ESA), Mask Designer, CAD Drafter (Computer Aided Design Drafter), Design Drafter, Electronic Drafter, Integrated Circuit Layout Designer (IC Layout Designer), Electrical Designer, CAD Technician (Computer Aided Drafting Technician), Line Staker, CAD Operator (Computer Aided Design Operator),

(s) Designer, CAD Designer (Computer Aided Engineering Technology: Computer Aided Drafting, A.A.S. 60 credits(2 years) Design Designer), Drafter, Electrical CAD $-$$$ Technician (Electrical Computer Aided Degree Associate Design Technician), Electrical Drafter, Electrical Draftsman, Mechanical Drafter, Designer, Drafter, Design Drafter, Mechanical Designer, CAD Designer (Computer Aided Design Designer), CAD Operator (Computer Aided Design Operator), CAD/CAM Specialist (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing Specialist), Project Designer, Installation Drafter, Survey Party Chief, Survey Technician, Survey Crew Chief, Instrument Man (I-Man), Chainman, Rodman, Instrument Operator, Engineering Technician, Engineering Assistant, Field Crew Chief Aims has articulations agreements with Greeley/Evans School District 6 and Thompson School District. High School students can take college classes during their 11th & 12th How to get Articulation Credit grade years for free under Concurrent Enrollment legislation. Contact your high school counselor for more information. Articulation Opportunities for High School Students: STATEWIDE ENGINEERING ARTICULATION AGREEMENT Articulation Opportunities to Advanced Degrees: * $ = $15-25,000; $$ = $25-55,000; $$$ = $55-90,000; $$$$ = Above $90,000

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Selected Web resources: Aims Kiefer Library Subject Guide - CAD and Engineering Occupational Outlook Handbook – Drafters

Work Environment and Physical Demands Occupations often can be performed by those with disabilities when provided with appropriate adaptations.  Work at drafting boards in well-lighted rooms.  Work is precise and factual and often routine.  Some evening or night shift work may be necessary.  Computer systems make it easy to prepare many variations of a design.  Workers may experience stress from deadlines and design changes.  Work is typically light requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force.  Tools used include: Mini or PC computers and software, drawing instruments, shop tools and equipment.

To find adaptations used for specific disabilities, go to the Job Accommodation Network's Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR). Source: EUREKA, the California Career Information System

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** It is strongly recommended that if students are intending to transfer to a four-year institution, they consult with the transfer institution to determine transferability of their Aims Community College courses.

*** This document is a guide only. It does not act as a legally binding contract.

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