AutoCADD Architectural Drafting, SC
Program Description
The AutoCADD Architectural Drafting Skills Certificate is designed to enhance student's abilities in the AutoCADD computer-aided drafting program relevant to industry drafting standards, theories and preparation for the Nevada Residential Designer state licensing exam.
This program is not eligible for financial aid. However, it may be eligible for scholarship funding if the student is awarded scholarships.
Recommended Course Schedule
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1st semester | Units | |
| AAD 180 | Design Foundation I | 3 |
| AAD 181 | Design Foundation I Discussion | 3 |
| Semester Total | 6 | |
| 2nd semester | ||
| AAD 223 | Graphic Software for Arch, Const, Dsgnr, Planners | 3 |
| AAE 280 | Design Foundations II | 6 |
| Semester Total | 9 | |
| Total Units | 15 | |
Program Requirements
Skills Certificates can consist of a single course or a short set of courses that provide training for entry-level positions or career advancement. These short-term certificates may also prepare students to take state, national and/or industry-recognized certifications or licensing exams.
Skills certificates are awarded upon completion of coursework and marked on a student's transcripts at the end of the semester. Students cannot declare a skills certificate as one's major. Skills Certificates are not eligible for Financial Aid.
To earn a skills certificate, students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
- Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AAD 180 | Design Foundation I | 3 |
| AAD 181 | Design Foundation I Discussion | 3 |
| AAD 223 | Graphic Software for Arch, Const, Dsgnr, Planners | 3 |
| AAE 280 | Design Foundations II | 6 |
| Total Units | 15 | |
Program Outcomes
Students completing the certificate will:
PSLO1: Students will apply their knowledge of preparing architectural orthographic drawings by illustrating floor plans, roof plans, and elevations, and choose the most appropriate cross-sectional views, line-work, drawing sheet size setup, dimensions, and construction notes.
PLSO2: Students will experiment with basic mathematical operations by calculating various measurements, areas, and scale conversions and compare them to different architectural design solutions.
PLSO3: Students will digitally input hand drawn schematic designs, assign appropriate line weights, and line types that align with industry standards.
