# AutoCAD Drafting and Design (Certificate of Achievement)

Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Design and Manufacturing Technologies

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The AutoCAD Drafting and Design Program provides students with a solid foundation for an entry level position using the most current AutoCAD drafting technology available. This program is designed for students who are planning a career in drafting, as well as for those who are already working in the industry and want to improve their skills in drafting and design. This program will provide the knowledge and skill set to advance their professional goals.

Learning Outcome(s):

1.  Demonstrate modeling techniques to create mechanical industry standard drawings.
2.  Analyze and incorporate design intent into models as it applies to all elements of design throughout the drawing process.
3.  Apply industry standard geometric dimension and tolerancing practices to mechanical drawings for documentation and manufacturing.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Program Requirements** | | 9 |
| MACH 117 | Blueprint Reading and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD+T) | 3 |
| DT 101 | AutoCAD I | 3 |
| DT 102 | AutoCAD II | 3 |
| **Total** | | **9** |