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Pickens Technical College

Short-Term CertificateCIP: 15.1701

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Aurora, Colorado

    500 Airport Blvd, Aurora, Colorado, 80011-9307

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingQuality Control AnalysisOperations MonitoringActive LearningMonitoringWritingOperations AnalysisTime ManagementEquipment MaintenanceMathematics

Knowledge

Engineering and TechnologyComputers and ElectronicsMathematicsDesignProduction and ProcessingMechanicalEnglish LanguagePhysicsEducation and Training

Abilities

Near VisionOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingWritten ExpressionFluency of IdeasOriginalityVisualizationFinger DexterityPerceptual SpeedInductive ReasoningFar Vision

Tasks

  • Prepare sketches of ideas, detailed drawings, illustrations, artwork, or blueprints, using drafting
  • Modify and refine designs, using working models, to conform with customer specifications, production
  • Evaluate feasibility of design ideas, based on factors such as appearance, safety, function, service
  • Compute or record photonic test data.
  • Maintain clean working environments, according to clean room standards.
  • Adjust or maintain equipment, such as lasers, laser systems, microscopes, oscilloscopes, pulse gener
  • Interpret the results of all methods of non-destructive testing (NDT), such as acoustic emission, el
  • Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, o
  • Identify defects in solid materials, using ultrasonic testing techniques.
  • Operate drones for remote inspection of large or hard-to-reach structures, such as wind turbines, bridges, or tall buildings.
  • Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details
  • Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
  • Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimat

Technology

Data base user interface and query softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareDocument management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareVideo creation and editing softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareGeographic information systemElectronic mail softwareData base management system software

Tools

Compact digital camerasDesktop computersLaptop computersLiquid crystal display LCD video projectorsPersonal computersUniversal serial bus USB flash drivesAbrasive grinding machinesAnalog oscilloscopesAtomic force microscopes AFMAutocollimatorsBench refractometersBinocular light compound microscopesBiosafety cabinetsBit error rate testers BERTCalipersChemical protective face shieldsChemical vapor deposition CVD systemsCollimatorsCommon path interferometersComputerized numerical control CNC band sawsComputerized numerical control CNC drill pressesAcoustic emissions systemsAcoustic testersAmp metersBinocular polarizing microscopesBinocularsBlack lightsCapacitance testersCharge-coupled device CCD camerasClosed circuit television systems

Work Values

AchievementRelationshipsWorking ConditionsRecognitionIndependenceSupport
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Commercial and Industrial Designers27-1021.00
  • Photonics Technicians17-3029.08
  • Non-Destructive Testing Specialists17-3029.01
  • Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other17-3029.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Design sketches and basic technical drawings — produce under direct supervision using CAD software and drafting instruments in a studio or entry-level design department.
  • Design briefs and project requirements — read and interpret with guidance to identify key constraints before beginning concept development on assigned product tasks.
  • Manufacturing materials and production methods — research under supervision and compile findings into organized reference notes for use by senior designers.
  • Initial concept ideation — generate multiple rough visual concepts using graphics and photo imaging software in response to a defined product challenge.
  • Design feasibility factors such as safety and function — recognize and flag basic concerns to a supervising designer during early-stage concept review.
  • Working drawings and specification sheets — assist in drafting from provided sketches under the direction of a lead designer in a product development setting.
  • Cross-functional meetings with engineering or marketing teams — attend and document discussion points and action items to support established design workflows.
  • Physical models and prototypes — assist in coordinating fabrication by preparing material lists and liaising with model-shop staff under senior oversight.
  • Desktop publishing and document management software — use to format and organize design presentations and project files according to studio standards.
  • Product characteristics such as market appeal and handling qualities — investigate using secondary research methods and summarize findings for team review.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
62%
Placement Rate
92%