Associate of Science in Computer-Aided Drafting
* An Associate of Science degree is considered a terminal degree. The decision on course transferability rests with the receiving institution.
Program Description
Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Computer-Aided Drafting develops design techniques and skills that satisfy entry-level requirements as a general designer in a CAD environment. Students explore the theoretical design process in architecture, mechanical, civil, electronic and structural engineering, together with 3-D modeling and 3-D animation specialties. In addition to traditional design training, hands-on computer-assisted design is applied to all disciplines.
Program Objectives
The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and objectives.
- To develop a student’s ability to design, draft and animate effectively using accepted industry standards
- To prepare students for jobs in animation and in architectural, civil, mechanical, structural and electronic engineering fields
- To assist students in becoming proficient with electronic drafting and animation software
Prerequisite for Major Courses:
None
Program Outline
To receive an Associate of Science degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, students must earn 72.0 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows.
| Computer-Aided Drafting Major Courses (48.0 credit hours) |
| Introduction to Computer Information Systems |
4.0 credit hours |
Introduction to Design Drafting |
4.0 credit hours |
3-D Prototyping |
4.0 credit hours |
3-D Modeling |
4.0 credit hours |
Building Information Management I |
4.0 credit hours |
Building Information Management II |
4.0 credit hours |
Mechanical Drafting I |
4.0 credit hours |
Mechanical Drafting II |
4.0 credit hours |
Architectural Drafting I |
4.0 credit hours |
Architectural Drafting II |
4.0 credit hours |
Structural Drafting |
4.0 credit hours |
Civil Engineering Drafting |
4.0 credit hours |
Lower Division General Education Courses (24.0 credit hours) (pdf file)
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* An Associate of Science Degree is considered a terminal degree and is not transferable.
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