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Computer-Aided Design and Drafting A.A.S.
Program Available at:
- Eastfield
- Mountain View
Catalog Year 2022-2023 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Computer-Aided Design and Drafting webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Computer Aided Design and Drafting. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree Computer-Aided Design and Drafting. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The A.A.S. degree is designed to prepare the student for employment in a wide range of industries as a CAD operator, printed circuit board designer or technician. Information in related fields is provided to enable the student to work effectively with engineers, technologists, architects and professional staff. Enrollment in CADD cooperative work experience courses (co-op) provides students with on-the-job experience while in the program. Courses that complete the degree, Mechanical Drafting Certificate (MD), and Advanced Mechanical Drafting Certificate (AMD) are noted below.
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 degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
CHOOSE ONE:
- DFTG 1315 – Architectural Blueprint Reading Architecture based coursework OR
- DFTG 1325 – Blueprint Reading and Sketching Mechanical based coursework (Course also applies to MD or AMD)
CHOOSE ONE:
- DFTG 1405 – Technical Drafting Mechanical based coursework (Course also applies to MD and AMD) OR
- DFTG 1417 – Architectural Drafting-Residential Architecture based coursework
DFTG 1409 – Basic Computer-Aided Drafting (Course also applies to MD and AMD)
CHOOSE ONE:
- MATH 1324 – Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of "C" or better. OR
- MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of "C" or better.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm your academic/career goals before the end of the semester.
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Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 2
Technical Elective (one course)*
DFTG 1445 – Parametric Modeling and Design (Course also applies to MD and AMD)
DFTG 2428 – Architectural Drafting-Commercial
DFTG 2419 – Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of “C" or better.
* Technical Elective must be selected from the following: DFTG 1315, DFTG 1325, DFTG 1329, DFTG 1330, DFTG 1333, DFTG 1358, DFTG 1391, DFTG 1395, DFTG 2300, DFTG 2321, DFTG 2323, DFTG 2381. The following courses will NOT count toward the Mechanical Drafting Certificate and Advanced Mechanical Drafting Certificate: DFTG 1315, DFTG 1325, DFTG 1330, DFTG 1391, DFTG 1395, DFTG 2300, DFTG 2321, DFTG 2381
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
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Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 3
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- DFTG 2431 – Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting OR
- DFTG 2432 – Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting (Course applies to AMD)
Technical Elective (one course)**
Technical Elective (one course)**
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
**Technical Elective must be selected from the following: DFTG 1405, DFTG 1413, DFTG 1417, DFTG 1492, DFTG 1493, DFTG 2402, DFTG 2419, DFTG 2431, DFTG 2432, DFTG 2435, DFTG 2440.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
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Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Cooperative Education course, if applicable.
Total Hours: 18
SEMESTER 4
CHOOSE ONE:
- DFTG 2380 – Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General (Course also applies to MD and AMD) OR
- Technical Elective (one course)* (Course also applies to MD and AMD)
Technical Elective (one course)**
DFTG 2440– Solid Modeling/Design (Course applies to AMD)
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course.
DFTG 2438 – Final Project-Advanced Drafting This is the capstone experience.
* Technical Elective must be selected from the following: DFTG 1315, DFTG 1325, DFTG 1329, DFTG 1330, DFTG 1333, DFTG 1358, DFTG 1391, DFTG 1395, DFTG 2300, DFTG 2321, DFTG 2323, DFTG 2381. The following courses will NOT count toward the Mechanical Drafting Certificate and Advanced Mechanical Drafting Certificate: DFTG 1315, DFTG 1325, DFTG 1330, DFTG 1391, DFTG 1395, DFTG 2300, DFTG 2321, DFTG 2381.
**Technical Elective must be selected from the following: DFTG 1405, DFTG 1413, DFTG 1417, DFTG 1492, DFTG 1493, DFTG 2402, DFTG 2419, DFTG 2431, DFTG 2432, DFTG 2435, DFTG 2440.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, apply for Graduation.
- Meet with your success coach to apply for the Computer-Aided Design and Drafting A.A.S., Mechanical Drafting Certificate and Advanced Mechanical Drafting Certificate.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 14
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS