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Programs Industrial Technologies

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

Grades 11-12*

*Entering 12th grade: First year 12th grade students are only enrolled if classroom space is available. Entering 12th grade students can complete year 1 with JTED and can continue in the college program as a graduate at their own expense.

Other Requirements

  • Students must complete JTED & PCC Onboarding requirements
    • Complete JTED enrollment 
    • Apply to PCC
  • Attend JTED & PCC New Student Orientation
    • Upload and submit college forms (Verification of Lawful Presence, FERPA)

Things to Consider

  • 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.

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

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)

Beneficial Classes to Take in High School

Academic Classes

  • Math
  • Art

CTE Classes

  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • Computer Science

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