College of Technology - Building Unlimited Career Opportunities
Computer Aided Design Drafting Technology
Program Options & Length:
- Program begins in August (Fall Semester).
- Program length is 2 1/2 to 4 1/2 semesters
- Admits 20 students each year
- Typical classroom hours are from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., 5 days per week
- Summer Session - mandatory
Program Description
The Computer Aided Design Drafting Technology graduate works on many levels in the engineering and manufacturing world. On the drafting level, they create working drawings from rough sketches or layouts that have been prepared by engineers and designers. The drawings are prepared in accordance to specifications dictated by their company and recognized standards. Computers are the tools of their trade. They are competent on the latest versions of CAD and software. They are exposed to a variety of engineering disciplines including mechanical, structural, architectural, piping, electrical and power technology. They are expected to be able to make engineering computations involved with layout, dimensioning and detailing of machine and structural parts. On the design level, they calculate stresses, size members of structural components and mechanical parts, do layout work for drafters to follow, write technical reports and supervise drafting groups.
The design/drafter must be able to visualize forms and shapes from blueprints and sketches, understand and apply theoretical principles and technical knowledge, concentrate on details for long periods of time, and use independent judgement in planning work and solving problems. Design/drafters should enjoy technical work; work that involves close tolerances, sets limits and standards. The successful design/ drafter should be able to organize work rapidly, work under pressure and be willing to assume responsibility for quality work.
Certificates & Degrees
- Technical Certificate Mechanical Drafting
- Advanced Technical Certificate Design Drafting
- Associate of Applied Science degree Design Drafting Technology
Career Opportunities
88% of 2008 - 2009 students reporting are employed or continuing their education.
- Engineering and architectural firms
- Machinery manufacturers
- Architectural and structural metal manufacturers
- Construction companies
- Median income -Idaho $36,850, and nationally, $40,390 in this field*
- About 840 drafters work in this occupation in Idaho*
Cost of Attendance
Fees apply to the current Idaho State University fee schedule which includes mandatory student health insurance. Students with existing health insurance coverage may waive student health insurance. Waivers are available at http://www.isu.edu/stuhlth/insurance/.
Additional program, equipment, and book costs are listed here.
Paying for College
You may apply for financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans to help finance your college education. When you pay registration fees, you are a student of Idaho State University with the privileges and responsibilities of a college student.
Affirmative Action, ADA & Equal Employment Opportunity at ISU
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pertaining to civil rights. All rights, privileges, and activities of the University are made available without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, disability, national origin or veteran status. The University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Evidence of practices that are not consistent with such a policy should be reported to:
Joyce Hammond-Perry J.D.
Affirmative Action Director
Rendezvous Complex 157 Stop 8315
(208) 282-3973
ADA Policy Statement
Idaho State University is committed to equal opportunity in education for all students, including those with documented disabilities. If you have a diagnosed disability or if you believe that you have a disability that might require reasonable accomodation, please contact:
Dennis J. Toney,
ADA Disabilities and Resource Center Director
Graveley Hall 123 Box 8121
E-mail tonedenn@isu.edu
208-282-3599
