Computer Aided Drafting and Design Pathway

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The purpose of this program is to prepare individuals for employment in the drafting and computer drafting fields. The program emphasizes the theoretical knowledge required for a variety of drafting positions in the building and manufacturing fields. The program emphasizes the theoretical knowledge required for a variety of drafting positions in the building and manufacturing industries.

PHSC offers several certificates that can be earned as students work toward AS degree goals. The Associate in Science degree in Drafting and Design Technology includes a certificate in AutoCAD Foundations.

Upon completion, students need to contact the Admissions and Student Records office to apply for certificates. Students are encouraged to complete courses in the AS degree.

Degree Type:
Associate in Science
Meta-Major:
Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing
Program Code:
AS-DDT
Degree Minimum:
60 credit hours
GPA Requirement:
2.5 or higher

General Education Requirements — 18 credits

  • CGS 1100 Microcomputer Applications, 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Microsoft Office Specialist
  • ENC 1101 English Composition I, 3 credits
  • AMH 2020 History of the United States II or POS 2041 American Federal Government, 3 credits
  • Any Area II Math Course in AS, 3 credits
  • Any Area III Natural Science Course in AS, 3 credits
  • Any Area V Humanities Course in AS, 3 credits

Major Courses - 39 Credit Hours

  • BCN 1001 Building Construction, Spring Only, 3 credits
  • EGN 2123 Skills and Design I, 3 credits
    • Corequisites
      • ETD 2320 Computer Aided Drafting I
    • Associated Certifications
      • Certified SolidWorks - Additive Manufacturing
  • ETC 1250 Properties of Materials, Fall Only, 3 credits
  • ETD 1100 Technical Drawing I, 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Certified Drafter - Mechanical
  • ETD 1530 Architectural Drafting, 3 credits
    • Prerequisites
      • ETD 2320 Computer Aided Drafting I
      • ETD 1100 Technical Drawing I
  • ETD 2110 Engineering Drafting, 3 credits
    • Prerequisites
      • ETD 2320 Computer Aided Drafting I
    • Associated Certifications
      • Certified Drafter - Mechanical
      • Certified SolidWorks Associate - Academic (CSWA - Academic)
  • ETD 2218 Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, 3 credits
    • Prerequisites
      • ETD 2320 Computer Aided Drafting I
      • ETD 1100 Technical Drawing I
  • ETD 2320 Computer Aided Drafting I, 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Certified Drafter - Mechanical
      • Autodesk Certified User - AutoCAD
      • Autodesk Certified User - Inventor
      • Autodesk Certified Professional - AutoCAD
  • ETD 2340 Computer Aided Drafting II, 3 credits
    • Prerequisites
      • ETD 2320 Computer Aided Drafting I
    • Associated Certifications
      • Autodesk Certified Professional - AutoCAD
  • ETD 2381 Computer Aided Drafting for Manufacturing, 3 credits
    • Prerequisites
      • ETD 2320 Computer Aided Drafting I
  • ETD 2941 Internship in Drafting and Design, 3 credits
    • Prerequisites
      • ETD 1530 Architectural Drafting
      • ETD 2110 Engineering Drafting
      • ETD 2218 Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
  • ETI 1411 Introduction to Manufacturing, 3 credits
  • MNA 1100 Interpersonal Behavior in Organizations, 3 credits

Electives — 12 credits

Any course in this section may satisfy the elective category. However, courses identified as a pathway elective are strongly encouraged to be completed in order to transfer to a university.

Choose One of Three Courses in the List Below - 3 credits

  • EET 1084 Introduction to Electronics, 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Manufacturing Skills Standards Council - Certified Production Technician
  • ETI 1110 Introduction to Quality Assurance, 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Manufacturing Skills Standards Council - Certified Production Technician
      • Manufacturing Technician - Level 1
  • ETI 1420 Manufacturing Processes and Materials, 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Manufacturing Skills Standards Council - Certified Production Technician
      • Manufacturing Technician - Level 1
      • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
  • ETI 1701 Industrial Safety, 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Manufacturing Skills Standards Council - Certified Production Technician
  • ETM 1010 Mechanical Measurement & Instrumentation (Spring only) 3 credits
    • Associated Certifications
      • Manufacturing Skills Standards Council - Certified Production Technician
  • OST 2335 Business Communications, 3 credits

Program Map

The Program Map is a recommended term-by-term plan for full-time students. All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students.

Fall Semester I - 15 Credits

  • ETC 1250 - 3 cr.
  • ETD 1100 - 3 cr.
  • ETD 2320 - 3 cr.
  • ETI 1411 - 3 cr.
  • Any Area II Math Course in AS - 3 cr.

Spring Semester I - 15 Credits

  • BCN 1001 - 3 cr.
  • EGN 2123 - 3 cr.
  • ETD 1530 - 3 cr.
  • ETD 2340 - 3 cr.
  • ENC 1101 - 3 cr.

Summer Semester I - 3 Credits

  • CGS 1100 - 3 cr.

Fall Semester II - 15 Credits

  • ETD 2110 - 3 cr.
  • ETD 2218  - 3 cr.
  • MNA 1100 - 3 cr.
  • AMH 2020 or POS 2041 - 3 cr.
  • Any Area III Natural Science Course in AS - 3 cr.

Spring Semester II - 12 Credits

  • ETD 2381 - 3 cr.
  • ETD 2941 - 3 cr.
  • Program Elective - 3 cr.
  • Any Area V Humanities Course in AS - 3 cr.