Drafting/CAD Technology Program Details

Drafting is considered to be the graphic language of the industrial world. Drafters develop clear, complete and accurate working plans, maps, and detailed drawings based on rough sketches and specifications furnished by engineers, architects, or designers.  In today's technological world, Computer-aided drafting (CAD) systems are the principal tool used to prepare drawings.

If you are seeking a career in computer-aided drafting, these competency-based courses will enable you to develop the skills that are essential for entry-level employment. Professionals from the various drafting disciplines worked closely with course designers and developers to ensure that you will have attained the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the field of drafting.

The drafting curriculum is certified by the American Design Drafting Association and maintains compliance with engineering and industry standards.

Job Opportunities:

Drafters usually work for architectural, engineering or construction firms, government agencies, mining firms and manufacturing industries. Drafting training also opens many doors to management, supervision and inspection positions where the ability to read and interpret technical drawings are valuable skills.

Average Salary in Tennessee:

(TN Department of Employment Security) $13.02 per hour

Estimated Time to Complete: 12 months online for full-time students

Estimated Cost: Trimesters $973* This does not include texts, software or application fees. Subject to change.

Online Certificates Descriptions:

The Detail Drafter Certificate will enable you to acquire the knowledge and develop the skills to apply shape description to design problems and prepare drawings that conform to national standards.

The Drafting and CAD Technician Diploma is a continuation of the detail drafter certificate. The courses will introduce you to the drawings prepared by drafters in the following disciplines: architectural, civil, electrical, electronic, mechanical, and process piping.

*The CAD Technician Certificate is designed for practicing professionals with experience and/or training as a drafter, designer, surveyor, architect, engineer, machinist, or manufacturing programmer. This certificate will focus on developing the skills necessary for the successful use of AutoCAD in business and industry. Contact your local Technology Center to determine eligibility. 

Online Certificates:

Detail Drafter Certificate: (864 Clock Hours)

Drafting and CAD Technician Diploma : (1296 Clock Hours)

* CAD Technician Certificate: (340 Clock Hours)
(Contact your local Technology Center for minimum requirements and qualifications.)

Drafting / CAD Technology (CAD)

(The program offerings for the online CAD are presented in an fifteen week cycle)
Students are to contact a local TN Technology Center to enroll and register.
Registration is open NOW! Limited enrollment.

CAD Technician Certificate
For Practicing Professionals
(Contact your local Technology Center for minimum requirements and qualifications.)

Note:
Since the online curriculum is equivalent to the traditional classroom curriculum, it is recommended that you select one or two courses during your first term if you are employed full time.
Courses may be taken as part of the certificate or diploma program or as stand alone training opportunities.

*This does not include texts, software or application fees which are subject to change.

Contact your local
Tennessee Technology Center
for further information.