CAD Drafting Technician: Mechanical
Certificate of Achievement Drafting · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The mechanical drafting technician degree and certificate programs provide students with competency skills in 2D and 3D CAD software tools, knowledge of drafting practices/standards and design/prototyping/manufacturing processes. They develop these skill performing real-world design tasks using industry standard software applications including AutoCad, Solidworks and MasterCam. Students apply 3D CAD to drive Additive Manufacturing processes including 3D Printing. As part of their coursework they take the Solidworks CSWA and CSWP exams. Students develop marketable skills that qualify them for positions such as CAD operators, CAD technicians, Design/Draftsmen, and 3D printing technicians in mechanical design, engineering and manufacturing industries.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Effectively express information regarding drafting/design activities and topics through speaking, writing, producing drawings and diagrams, using digital media and other appropriate modes of communication/expression.
- Demonstrate knowledge and technical competency in applied mechanical drafting practice.
- Demonstrate mastery of the application of modern CAD software tools in the production of technical documents that comply with current industry accepted drafting standards and practices.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity and work effectively in teams.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed life-long learning, especially concerning maintenance and improvement of technical skills.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA): | 29 | |
| DRAFT 20 | Computer-Aided Drafting and Design | 4 |
| DRAFT 21 | Mechanical Design I | 3 |
| DRAFT 41 | Mechanical Design and Drafting II | 4 |
| DRAFT 43 | Advanced CAD Modeling and Applications | 3 |
| DRAFT 78 | Advanced Mechanical Design Applications | 4 |
| EGTECH 10 | Introduction to Engineering Design/Graphics | 4 |
| EGTECH 16 | Computer Integrated Manufacturing - CNC Material Removal | 3 |
| EGTECH 30 | Introduction to Additive Manufacturing - 3D Printing | 4 |
| Total | 29 | |
Other Information
Manufacturing, Industrial Design, and Transportation
Local Program (Major) Code: N137
Program Control Number: 20715
TOP Code: 0953.40*
CIP Code: 15.1306