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Computer Aided Design (CAD), Associate in Applied Science

Outcomes

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an ability to work independently and apply interpersonal and technical skills to solve problems.
  • Exhibit proficient 2D drafting, 3D modeling, and computer skills in using several current industry standard CAD software such as but not limited to AutoCAD, Inventor and/or Solidworks to create mechanical designs for product parts, assemblies and models, applying appropriate drafting standards, dimensioning and tolerancing for same.
  • Applies 3D parametric modeling techniques to create a digital prototype of the project and use rapid prototyping or similar technology to create a physical prototype of the design.
  • Utilize analysis tools included in the CAD software perform simple analysis of parts, and dynamic motion analysis of assemblies to detect interferences of assembled parts. 
  • Exhibits competent technical vocabulary, graphical techniques and knowledge applicable to a variety of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electronics, architectural, civil and others.
  • Competently uses verbal and written presentation skills utilizing appropriate presentation tools (model, sketches, drawings, visual aids, etc.,) to convey design concept, product features, problems encountered and resolved, and features of a design.
  • Understanding of the basic design process, work breakdown structure (WBS), time management, project scheduling, analyzing and researching data in an acceptable and standardized manner as it relates to Engineering Design.


Courses

First Semester

CADM100Engineering Graphic Essentials

3 credits
CADM115Computer Aided Design I

3 credits
CISC101Introduction to Information Technology

3 credits
COLS101College Success

1 credits
ENGL101English I

3 credits
MATH140College Algebra

3 credits
Total Credit Hours:16

Second Semester

CADM125Manufacturing Processes

3 credits
CADM205Computer Aided Design II

3 credits
CADM230Parametric Modeling- Inventor I

3 credits
CMTH102Introduction to Communication

3 credits
ENGL151TEnglish II

3 credits
Total Credit Hours:15

Third Semester

CADM210Computer Aided Design III

3 credits
CADM220Parametric Modeling - SOLIDWORKS I

3 credits
CADM240Digital Manufacturing I

3 credits
MATH145Trigonometry

3 credits
PHYS101Physics I

4 credits
Total Credit Hours:16

Fourth Semester

CADM250Design Project

3 credits
CADM255Statics and Strength of Materials

4 credits
Elective

3 credits
General Education Elective (AH or SIT)

3 credits
General Education Elective (SSHB)

3 credits
Total Credit Hours:16

Total Credit Hours: 63

  • One course should be designated as Diversity and Global Awareness (D).
  • For the General Education Elective, students must select two courses: one from Arts & Humanities (AH) or Social Science: Society and Institutions over Time (SIT), and one from Social Science: Scientific Study of Human Behavior (SSHB).
  • One of the General Education Electives must be taken in a Writing Intensive (WI) section.