COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN FOUNDATION LEVEL 1 | Austin Community College District

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active LearningReading ComprehensionActive ListeningMathematicsCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingWriting

Knowledge

DesignEngineering and TechnologyMechanicalMathematicsEnglish Language

Abilities

Near VisionMathematical ReasoningVisualizationOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionFluency of IdeasOriginalitySelective AttentionSpeech Recognition

Tasks

Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and contr
Produce three-dimensional models, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of compo
Create bills of materials.

Technology

Computer aided manufacturing CAM softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareMaterials requirements planning logistics and supply chain softwareDocument management software

Tools

Architects' scalesBacklit digitizersCompassesComputer aided design CAD multi-unit display graphics cardsCutting plottersDesktop computersElectronic scalesEstimating keypadsFlexible curvesFrench curvesGraphics tabletsHandheld calculatorsLarge-format digitizersNotebook computersPlotters

Work Values

SupportWorking ConditionsAchievementRelationshipsIndependenceRecognition

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium17-3013.00	Mechanical Drafters	title_inference	$68,510 median$107,600 top	-6.53%	-280

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Detailed design drawings — produce complete mechanical equipment drawings and specifications with reduced oversight using CAD software.
Three-dimensional models — develop accurate 3D part and assembly models in CAD software for routine mechanical components.
Schematic and angle views — independently lay out functional relationship diagrams depicting component assemblies in standard manufacturing contexts.
Design modifications — revise existing drawings to correct documented operating deficiencies based on engineering feedback and change orders.
Specification analysis — review engineering sketches, ideas, and related data to identify design factors affecting component geometry and fit.
Mathematical computation — apply trigonometric and algebraic formulas to calculate part dimensions and tolerances using computer-assisted equipment.
Scale blueprints — draft specialty items such as machine guards or fixture components at full or reduced scale from engineering concepts.
Materials requirements data — cross-reference material dimensions and part numbers against MRP or ERP software records to confirm accuracy.
Graphics and rendering software — produce clear presentation-quality images of mechanical assemblies for internal design reviews.
Interpersonal coordination — communicate drawing status updates and clarifying questions to engineers and production staff during project meetings.

Course Pathway

4 courses in this program

14 courses

Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

DFTG 1405INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL DRAWING

4 cr

DFTG 1433MECHANICAL DRAFTING

4 cr

DFTG 1430CIVIL DRAFTING 1

4 cr

DFTG 2431ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND DRAFTING

4 cr

Program Details

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Requirements

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Financial Aid

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