Computer-Aided Design Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
APPLICATION CODE 72
For curriculum information, contact the Science, Engineering, and Technology Division—Room SET-430—443-518-1600.
The growing applications of computer-aided design (CAD) in such fields as electro‑mechanical engineering, civil engineering, architecture, multimedia, and presentation graphics have increased the demand for skilled technicians to assist in all phases of conception and design. Graduates will be able to gain employment as a skilled application specialist in CAD. Individuals experienced in manual drafting may also enroll in this program to enhance their skills and knowledge. Students will learn to use the CAD system to develop complex drawings and technical documents. Among the skills acquired in this area of study, students will learn to program the CAD system and develop their own application packages. Students will become proficient in recognizing various computer graphic file formats and translation standards. Also, students will become familiar with various CAD systems in the industry. HCC and the Howard County public school system have developed a tech prep track in computer-aided design technology.
Suggested Semester 1
Suggested Semester 2
Suggested Semester 3
Suggested Semester 4
*Electives - Select from the courses below:
Computer-Aided Design
| CADD 100 | Principles of Drafting | 3 |
| CADD 105 | CAD Projects and Presentations | 3 |
| CADD 106 | CAD Systems | 3 |
| CADD 108 | Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) | 3 |
| CADD 109 | Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM) | 3 |
| CADD 120 | Three-Dimensional Modeling and Animation | 3 |
| CADD 121 | Introduction to Gaming and Simulation Design | 3 |
Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
| CADD 105 | CAD Projects and Presentations | 3 |
| CADD 108 | Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) | 3 |
| CADD 208 | Intermediate Geographical Information Systems (GIS) - GIS Analyst | 3 |
| CADD 210 | Advanced Geographical Information Systems (GIS) - GIS Programmer | 3 |
| ENST 105 | Environmental Science | 3 |
| ENST 115 | Environmental Science Laboratory | 1 |
| GEOL 107 | Introduction to Physical Geology | 3 |
| GEOL 117 | Introduction to Physical Geology Laboratory | 1 |
A graduate should be able to
- Develop and demonstrate the knowledge and application of various CADD systems as it applies to specific design disciplines.
- Demonstrate mastery of tools used for creating and translating various CADD file formats.
- Demonstrate knowledge of CADD hardware and software requirements including cloud-based workflows and current industry trends.
- Describe, analyze, and effectively apply the core principles of design and manufacturing using CADD.
- Identify, understand, evaluate, and apply ethical reasoning as it applies to the use of CADD as a design and planning tool.
Total Credit Hours: 60