COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN/DRAFTING (CADD)

Associate in Science and Certificate of Achievement

The Computer Aided Design/Drafting program prepares students for employment in career fields utilizing computer aided drafting (CAD) processes and provides upgrade opportunities for currently employed personnel. By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will gain proficiency in sketching, manual and CAD fundamentals, three dimensional design and modeling, and geometric dimensioning and tolerance. Competencies will be assessed regularly by student performance using industry standard computer hardware and software. Students completing the program may expect to enter industry as CAD drafts-person in mechanical, electronic, or related industrial fields.

Note: CADD 33 will only be offered in fall 2009, CADD 33 will not be offered in spring 2010. Please check the college catalog for other course options.

Estimated Average Earnings: $17.47 - $27.20 per hour

Estimated income from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-2009, http://stats.bls.gov/oco

Contact Information:

Rick Hughes
(310) 660-3593 x3624
rhughes@elcamino.edu