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Computer-Aided Design Operator Certificate
Program Available at:
- Eastfield
- Mountain View
Catalog Year 2020-2021 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Level 1 Certificate
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI May be Exempt
For more information, visit the Dallas College Computer-Aided Design and Drafting webpage and your academic advisor at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Computer-Aided Design Operator Certificate. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn a Computer-Aided Design Operator Certificate. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. Courses from this certificate may apply to the related A.A.S. degree. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
This certificate program prepares you to become certified as an entry-level CADD operator and enter the work force. Jobs performed would entail 2D and 3D CADD drawings using AutoCAD software. Courses that complete this Certificate are noted below.
Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites, as long as the student completes the TSI waiver form prior to enrollment.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
CERTIFCATE MINIMUM: 18 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
DFTG 1409 – Basic Computer-Aided Drafting
CHOOSE ONE:
CHOOSE ONE:
- DFTG 1405 – Technical Drafting Mechanical based coursework OR
- ARCE 1421 – Architectural Illustration Architecture based coursework
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm your academic/career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 11
SEMESTER 2
DFTG 2419 – Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting
CHOOSE ONE: *
- ARCE 1303 – Architectural Materials and Methods of Construction
- DFTG 1329 – Electro-Mechanical Drafting OR
- DFTG 2321 – Topographical Drafting
* There are additional courses that can be selected. Speak with academic or faculty advisors for specific list.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
- Apply for Computer-Aided Design Operator Certificate Completion.
Total Hours: 6-8
PATHWAY TOTAL: 17-19 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS