Programs of Study

Computer-Aided Drafting Technology AAS

Program Description

Computer-Aided Drafting Technology is a course of study designed to prepare students to apply technical skills and advanced computer software and hardware knowledge to the development of plans and related documentation. The instruction will also ensure students are provided the necessary background to manage the hardware and software components of a CAD system.

Coursework includes instruction in mechanical drafting, computer-assisted drafting and design (CADD), creating and managing two and three-dimensional models.

Graduates should qualify for CAD jobs in architectural and engineering consulting firms and industrial design businesses locally, regionally, and globally.

Admission Criteria

Admission to this program requires that students be high school graduates or have a recognized equivalency.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  • Apply technical skills and advanced computer software and hardware to develop plans and related documentation.
  • Manage the hardware and software of a CAD system.
  • Illustrate a clear understanding of mechanical drafting, computer-assisted drafting and design (CADD), creating and managing two and three-dimensional models.
  • Read/interpret mechanical drawings and apply communicated information to fabricators.
  • Employ knowledge, skills, and attitudes that meets established industry benchmarks.

Career Opportunities

Graduates should qualify for employment in:

  • drafting and design businesses
  • architectural firms
  • advanced manufacturing plants
  • aviation/engineering facilities
  • construction projects

Transfer Opportunities

Whiles the AAS is a degree leading to immediate job placement upon graduation, Craven Community College has a special relationship for transfer to a BS degree in Industrial Technology with East Carolina University.

Contact Information

Executive Director of Career Programs
252-638-7372

Admissions Office
252-638-7430

Degree Requirements

The following suggested schedule is based on full-time enrollment. Part-Time Students begin with ACA-111, BPR-111, DFT-151, ISC-112. Continue with sequence of required courses. General education courses may be taken at any time. For information about prerequisites and corequisites, please refer to the catalog

Courses in this program

First Semester

Semester Credit Hours: 16

Second Semester

Semester Credit Hours: 14

Third Semester

Semester Credit Hours: 12

Fourth Semester

Semester Credit Hours: 14

Fifth Semester

Semester Credit Hours: 13

Major Elective

Students must select two credits from the following options. Contact an advisor for information on work based learning courses.