Mechanical CAD Certificate
Entry Time
Fall
Award
Certificate
1 term
The Mechanical CAD Certificate provides students with foundational skills in mechanical design, technical drafting, and CAD software, preparing them for roles in engineering and manufacturing. Students gain proficiency in essential tools, including AutoCAD and Solidworks, learning to create precise 2D and 3D models, dimensioned drawings, and assembly files, while also understanding the basics of manufacturing processes.
Certificate Requirements
| Term 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| DRF-141 | Engineering Drawings | 2 |
| DRF-142 or EGT-400 | Engineering Design or PLTW - Introduction to Engineering Design | 3 |
| CAD-330 | Solidworks I | 3 |
| CAD-340 | Solidworks II | 3 |
| CAD-300 | AutoCAD for Applied Engineer | 2 |
| MFG-202 | Manufacturing Process | 2 |
| Term Totals: | 15 | |
| Program Totals: | 15 | |