Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) Certificate
Award: Certificate in Computer Aided Design and Drafting
No. of credits required: 12
For more information: Contact Business & Applied Technology at bat@harford.edu; or Admissions, 443-412-2109.
Program Description
This certificate program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) through familiarization with the computer, peripheral devices and specialized software. This program prepares students to function as entry-level CADD technicians and operators who assist engineers and architects in all design and drawing preparation phases.
Program Goals
Upon successful completion of the CADD certificate, students will be able to:
- Create and revise CADD drawings.
- Choose appropriate tools and techniques to produce effective and well organized CADD drawings.
- Use industry terminology and standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve productivity and accuracy and construct appropriate solutions.
Employment Information
Conventional drafting practices have given way to the use of CADD. With the number of CADD positions continuing to increase into the future, employment opportunities will continue to grow. These opportunities include, but are not limited to the following: CADD Operator, Design Assistant, Layout or Mechanical Draftsperson, CADD Technician or Engineering technicians. Credits earned in this certificate program are applicable to the Associate of Applied Science degree in CADD.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Architectural and Civil Drafter positions will increase by 8% through 2026.
Certificate Requirements
In order to earn a certificate from Harford Community College, students must demonstrate basic competencies in English, reading, and mathematics by completing: ENG 018 Integrated Reading and Writing, MATH 020 Pre-Algebra I, and/or a qualifying exam must be passed.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CADD 101 | Introduction to CADD | 3 |
| CADD 102 | Intermediate CADD | 3 |
| Select one of the folllowing: | 3 | |
| Solid Modeling | ||
| Revit 1 | ||
| Solidworks | ||
| CADD 252 | Customizing AutoCAD | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |