Computer Drafting Technology - AAS

The Computer Drafting Technology program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to create precise technical drawings and blueprints using advanced computer-aided design (CAD) software. This hands-on program covers various areas of drafting, including architectural, civil, and mechanical design, with a focus on preparing students for the dynamic demands of industries such as architecture, civil engineering, and manufacturing. Through practical experience, students will develop expertise in using industry-standard software like AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers as drafting technicians, CAD operators, and design specialists.

Careers

Computer drafting technicians create technical drawings for architectural, electronic, civil engineering, aviation and manufacturing firms. These drawings are two or three dimensional and include specifications, dimensions, materials, mass properties and other data required for a project’s plans.

Institution Wide Outcomes

Hutchinson Community College is committed to a tradition of excellence in education that prepares students for success in academics, careers, and life. To achieve this goal, HutchCC has established five Institution-Wide Outcomes (IWO) that are embedded into all academic courses. These outcomes are designed to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

1. Demonstrate the ability to think critically and make reasonable judgments by analyzing, combining, and evaluating information.
2. Demonstrate the skills necessary to access and manipulate information through various methods.
3. Demonstrate effective communication through reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
4. Demonstrate effective interpersonal and collaborative skills.
5. Demonstrate effective quantitative-reasoning and computational skills.

Program Outcomes

1. Demonstrate proficiency with Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software, including parametric modeling, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and two-dimensional applications.
2. Utilize industry related equipment, such as drawing and measurement tools, a plotter, 3D printer, and 3D scanner.
3. Relate basic manufacturing and construction processes to the creation of working drawings.
4. Develop working drawings using orthographic projection, pictorial representation, dimensioning, and annotations.
5. Convey designs to clients through effective oral and visual communication techniques.

Accreditation

Hutchinson Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.