Course Details

The Technical Drafting course is designed to help students develop and build familiarity with fundamental drafting concepts. Discussion concepts will include preparing industry standard documents using a drafting software.

The Advanced Technical Drafting course explores Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) to prepare and iterate advanced industry standard documents. Using these documents, students will then create a physical 3D model.

The Residential Drafting course serves as an introduction to residential design and explores emerging CAD tools to design a code-compliant home. Students will learn about residential materials and methods of construction to prepare construction documents that align with industry standards.

The Introduction to Building Information Modeling course teaches 3D architectural tools to explore Building Information Modeling (BIM). Students will demonstrate their learning of architectural drafting skills including architectural detailing, rendering, and methods of construction to prepare architectural documents that align with industry standards.

The Capstone Project course applies program-acquired skills and knowledge through a comprehensive student-defined project, culminating in a practical demonstration of expertise in drafting. Students will navigate project management, integrating analysis and iteration.

The Parametric Solid Modeling course explores parametric solid modeling, a process of feature and dimension driven design, for the creation of basic models. Students will learn about model/drawing association, best modeling practices, and industry standards.

The Advanced Solid Modeling course explores parametric modeling techniques for creating complex models and assemblies. Students will learn about advanced tools and design methods.

The Capstone Project course applies program-acquired skills and knowledge through a comprehensive student-defined project, culminating in a practical demonstration of expertise in drafting. Students will navigate project management, integrating analysis and iteration.

The Materials and Methods I course covers the typical materials and construction methods used in residential construction. Students will gain insights into residential construction practices through a blend of practical exercises.

The Materials and Methods II course covers the typical materials and construction methods used in commercial construction. Students will gain insights into commercial construction practices through a blend of practical exercises.

The Commercial Drafting I course delves into building codes, regulations, and compliance standards to create the framework for commercial building projects. Students will use Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create schematic building models.

The Commercial Drafting II course engages Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create precise and detailed building models. Students will develop the necessary skills to translate commercial design and code concepts into professional construction documents.

The Design Integration course explores integrated design, an approach where experts collaborate early to make buildings perform better. Students will discover how combining different design skills leads to more effective solutions for building projects.

The Virtual Design for Construction course explores digital technologies to create virtual representations of construction projects. Students will learn to plan and analyze projects digitally before construction, fostering efficiency.

The Production Drafting I course delves into the practical realm of blueprint reading for manufacturing. Students will learn about industry standards to successfully interpret technical drawings

The Production Drafting II course delves into the practical realm of blueprint reading for manufacturing. From understanding industry standards to utilizing parametric modeling software, students will learn the essentials of creating precise technical drawings.

The Production Drafting III course delves into the practical realm of drafting for manufacturing. From understanding industry standards to utilizing parametric modeling software, students will learn about applications of geometric, dimensioning, and tolerancing (GD&T) to create precise toleranced technical drawings.

The Reverse Engineering course involves analyzing products and systems to understand how they work. Students will utilize insights gained to improve the design and function of original items.

The Rapid Prototyping course uses design thinking—a problem-solving method emphasizing innovation and user-centered design. Students will create and iterate prototypes to solve design challenges effectively and innovatively.

The Introduction to Building Information Modeling course teaches 3D architectural tools to explore Building Information Modeling (BIM). Students will demonstrate their learning of architectural drafting skills including architectural detailing, rendering, and methods of construction to prepare architectural documents that align with industry standards.

The Design Integration course explores integrated design, an approach where experts collaborate early to make buildings perform better. Students will discover how combining different design skills leads to more effective solutions for building projects.

Students in the Drafting and Design program will be immersed in a project-based curriculum that may be focused on architectural drafting, mechanical drafting, and/or civil drafting. They will receive one-on-one aid from experienced instructors, review best practices, and focus on industry standards. All courses are computer use intensive and competency based. Students will develop a strong working knowledge of visual communication and its technical skills. Upon completion, students are prepared for entry-level employment and/or further continuing their education.