Drafting/CAD
Certificate of Achievement (C) Drafting/Computer-Aided Design · Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The one-year Drafting Certificate Program focuses on application of state-of-the-art Computer Assisted Design (CAD) systems and applying engineering and architectural principles, fundamentals, and methods to achieve practical results. This program offers comprehensive training for entry-level drafting positions.
Requirements
Certificate of Achievement Requirements
Complete all Major Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. Candidates for a Certificate of Achievement are required to complete at least 20% of the major requirements through SBCC.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| Required Core | ||
| DRFT 101 | Basic Drafting | 3 |
| DRFT 130 | Computer-Assisted Drafting And Design I | 5 |
| DRFT 131 | Computer-Assisted Drafting And Design II | 5 |
| List A - Complete 15 units of Drafting electives from the following: | 15 | |
| DRFT 120 | Architectural Drafting I | |
| DRFT 121 | Architectural Drafting II | |
| DRFT 124 | Architectural Rendering I | |
| DRFT 125 | Architectural Rendering II | |
| DRFT 126/EH 126 | Landscape Drafting I | |
| DRFT 127/EH 127 | Landscape Drafting II | |
| DRFT 132 | Building Information Modeling with Revit ® - I | |
| DRFT 290 | Work Experience In Drafting 1 | |
| DRFT 299 | Independent Study In Drafting | |
| ENGR 105 | Engineering Graphics | |
| MAT 136 | Introduction to 3D Animation | |
| MAT 137 | Visual Effects for Film, Television and Gaming | |
| MAT 138 | 3-D Character Animation | |
| List B - Complete 3 units of Controlled electives from the above list of Drafting Electives or from the following: | 3 | |
| ENGR 115 | Statics And Strength Of Materials | |
| ENGR 117 | Electronic Circuits | |
| ENGR 117L | Electronic Circuits Laboratory | |
| Total Units | 31.00 | |
- DRFT 290 may be taken up to four times for a maximum of 4 units each time. Students may use a maximum of 16 units of DRFT 290 to satisfy the 18 units of drafting and controlled electives required for the degree.
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to prepare and understand technical drawings.
- Ability to use computer software to generate technical drawings.
- Obtain occupational knowledge and skills related to drafting.
- Understand methods, materials and technical skills related to design and construction.
Recommended Sequence
Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.
How to schedule an Academic Counseling appointment.