Computer Aided Drafting and Design

Program Overview

The Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) certificate program provides foundational knowledge and skills in drafting, AutoCAD, and various engineering disciplines. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of architecture, mechanical and civil engineering, and topographical drawing. Upon completion, graduates are eligible for ASET membership and employment opportunities in consulting, surveying, and government sectors.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) certificate program is a multi-disciplinary program focusing on the core disciplines of the built environment:

• mechanical engineering technology,
• civil engineering technology, and
• building design technology.

Objectives:

The program aims to provide students with:

• foundational theories and concepts in drafting,
• skills in AutoCAD, mathematics, topography, architecture, physical sciences,
• technical and artistic skills

Program Description:

Students will gain a basic understanding of:

• architecture,
• computers,
• mechanical and
• topographical drawing and design.
Students may also choose to complete a second year in the Built Environment Engineering Technology diploma program.

Outline:

First Year

Fall Semester

• CADD 101 - Drafting I
• CADD 121 - CADD Applications I
• CADD 122 - CADD Applications II
• CADD 172 - Sustainability & Systems Thinking I
• CADD 174 - CADD Labs
• Math 150 - Technical Math

Winter Semester

• CADD 102 - Drafting II
• CADD 132 - Mechanical Design I - Applied Physics
• CADD 151 - Technical Communications
• CADD 161 - Civil Design I - Civil Design Fundamentals
• CADD 173 - Construction Methods

Careers:

Employment opportunities

exist with:

• consulting engineers,
• land surveyors,
• oil and gas industry,
• mining and manufacturing companies,
• federal, provincial, and
• municipal governments.
Completing the one-year program provides students with eligibility for membership in the Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET) after two years of suitable industry experience.