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| Students receive instruction from experienced experts in each Computer Aided Drafting Technology (CAD) course at Vatterott College in Kansas City. The Associates of Occupational Studies degree in CAD introduces students to fundamental drafting concepts and autoCAD, as well as civil and residential architecture. Classes progress toward more advanced concepts such as customizing autoCAD, mechanical design, solid modeling, 3-D studio viz, and much more. The objective of the Computer Aided Drafting Technology program is to give students the skills needed to meet the employment requirements of an entry-level computer draftsperson. Students graduating from this program will learn the necessary skills to obtain employment in the drafting field with a working knowledge of project management, CAD customization and CAD as it applies to the mechanical, architectural and civil/structural fields. This program consists of 90 weeks and a total of 108 quarter credit hours. |
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Facilities
The CAD program at Vatterott College in Kansas City is equipped with computer labs that offer the latest software and hardware meant to help students learn efficiently. Labs are open additional hours to provide work-study time outside of classes. Enrollment provides each student online resources such as library services, a student portal, email and online companion courses.
Career Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
“Architectural and civil drafting is expected to be the fastest growing specialty. Increases in overall construction activity stemming from U.S. population growth and the related need to improve the Nation’s infrastructure should spur demand for drafters trained in architectural and civil design.” Course List
CAD-101 Drafting Fundamentals
CAD-102 Introduction to AutoCAD CAD-103 Civil/Residential Architecture CAD-104 Structural Drafting & Design/Steel Detail with SDS/2 CAD-105 Commercial Architecture CAD-106 Mechanical CAD-201 Customizing AutoCAD CAD-202 3D Studio Viz CAD-203 AutoCAD and Office Applications GE-101 English Composition 1 GE-105 Introduction to Psychology GE-205 College Algebra Student Achievement Information
2010 ACCSC Graduation Benchmark: 36%
2010 ACCSC Graduation Rate: 67% 2010 ACCSC Employment Benchmark: 70% 2010 ACCSC Employment Rate: 100% Federal 2010 On Time Grad Rate: 100% Click here for more information regarding student achievement. Occupations
Financing
Federal Education Loans: $27,180.91
Private Education Loans: $0 Institutional Payment Plans:$0 Click here for more information regarding financing. Institutional Costs
Tuition: $35,100
Books & Supplies: $2,500 Lab/Tech Fee: $2,250 Reg. Fee: $100 Total Cost: $39,950 Transportation and Living Expenses
Transportation: $346
Room & Board (Dependent, living with parents): $399 Room & Board (Independent): $796 Room & Board (Military, receiving housing allowance): $399 Personal Expenses: $251 |
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