Students develop CAD skills and techniques by using the most modern equipment and software such as: AutoCAD®, Pro/ENGINEER®, SolidWorks® and MS Project®. Instruction is given in mechanical, electrical and architectural design. Students will use the acquired computer skills from various courses to complete projects in the areas of their interest. Graduates may seek positions as detailers/drafters/CAD operators.
Upon completion, the Certificate in Computer-Aided Design is awarded.
Career Forecast
- You'll find career opportunities as a CAD designer, detailer, draftsman, or CAD operator. Ample positions exist in industrial and durable-goods manufacturing, as well as with architectural and engineering firms.
- You can continue with your education at MassBay and pursue an Associate’s Degree.
Program Requirements
| Course ID |
Course Title |
Credits |
| MN 101 |
Intro to CADD |
4 |
| MN 130 |
Engineering Design with CAD I |
4 |
| MN 135 |
Engineering Design with CAD II |
4 |
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Program Electives (2) |
8 |
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Total Credits: |
20 |
Program Footnotes:
Program Electives: Mechanical Detailing, Project Management, Architecture & Civil CAD Applications, Architectural Design, Electro/Mechanical Design, Animation Material & 3D Modeling, Project Design, Designing Plastic Parts
CS100 or equivalent computer experience is required for MN 101 and MN 130. Equivalent computer experience includes the ability to create and manipulate folders and documents, create and edit MS Word and EXCEL documents, zip and unzip files, download and upload to and from the Internet and familiarity with the Microsoft XP or Microsoft 2000 Operating System.
Students with AutoCAD ® experience may substitute a program elective for MN101 with program advisor approval