Computer Aided Design (CAD) / Architectural Drafting

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Learn basic drafting and design fundamentals using AutoCAD® and SketchUp computer-aided drafting (CAD) tools.

Eligibility

Year 1:
- Grade 11
Year 2:
- Successful completion of CAD 101 & 151

Other Requirements

Students are required to attend an Information Session in the Spring semester (prior to Onboarding)
- JTED will communicate with students and parents the days and times of the two sessions
Parents/Guardians complete JTED enrollment
Students complete PCC Onboarding requirements
- Apply to PCC
Attend JTED & PCC New Student Orientation
- Upload Verification of Lawful Presence via MyPima

Things to Consider

In this program high school students complete the CAD Technician college certificate at Pima Community College.
Students provide their own transportation to the downtown campus.
In this program you are a high school student and a college student. Your performance is reflected on your transcript for your high school and Pima Community College.
Your grades for this course will impact your college GPA as well as your high school GPA.
Students earn college credit while in the program.
If you are a high school graduate or have earned a GED, you are not eligible to attend this program through Pima JTED. Please apply directly with PCC.

Direct Employment

Architectural & Civil Drafter

Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training

Civil Engineering Technician and Technologist
Architect

Location

JTED @ Pima Community College (Downtown)

1255 North Stone Ave.

Schedule Availability

Classes are scheduled per semester (days & times will vary)
Students are expected to be on campus 2 evenings a week between 4 – 10 p.m.

*Class times & locations are subject to change by Pima Community College

Program Completion/Sequence

Year 1

Fall
- CAD101 – Computer Aided Drafting

Spring
- CAD151 – Computer Aided Drafting for Construction

Year 2

Fall
- CAD155 – Residential Computer Aided Design

Spring
- CAD157 – Introduction to Site Development Design
- STU100 – Student College Success

Arizona Department of Education Standards

Entrance Requirements for Year 2

Successful completion of CAD 101 & 151

Certifications

CAD Technician*

*Only students who successfully complete all 17 CAD credits and apply for PCC graduation

Work Based Learning Requirements

Students who complete year 1 or more of the program and meet the Internship Program eligibility requirements may have the opportunity to complete an internship.

Credits

2/Year

Earn 17 PCC credits total

More Information

Required Supplies

Reliable access to the internet to complete homework assignments
Reliable laptop or PC (not a Chromebook as CAD software is not compatible) or ability to use the PCC lab (please reach out to your JTED counselor if you need assistance with this)