Computer Aided Design and Drafting

Technical Designer, Career Pathway certificate

Bicycle handlebars in CADD software on a computer screen

The Technical Designer uses CAD to assist in the design, 3D modeling, and creation of production drawings. Using technical CAD skills, the technical designer works with others to assist in the creation of design solutions.

Award information

Degrees and certificates by number of terms to complete
Award Length (attending full-time) Financial aid eligible Currently accepting students?
Career Pathway Certificate: Technical DesignerLess than 1 year

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Courses

Course listing for the 2026-2027 catalog year.

CADD 115Practical Mathematics for CAD Designers and Drafters4
CADD 160Drafting Fundamentals4
CADD 175SolidWorks Fundamentals3
or CADD 185 Inventor Fundamentals
or CADD 155 Fusion Fundamentals
or ENGR 105 3D Modeling and Engineering Graphics
CADD 275SolidWorks Advanced3
or CADD 285 Advanced Inventor
or CADD 225 Advanced Fusion 360
CADD 255Kinematics Drafting3
or CADD 265 Mechanical Design Drafting
or CADD 280 Cooperative Education: Computer-Aided Design and Drafting
CADD 195CAD Simulation for Drafters and Designers4
CADD 235Materials and Design for Manufacturing Processes3
CADD 245Product Design and Development Fundamentals3
CADD 100CADD Orientation3
CADD 105Digital Design and Fabrication Fundamentals3
or CADD 110 STEM Electric Guitar Build
Total Credits33

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