Drafting and Design Technology, A.S. Certificate

Program Information

A.S. Certificate - Code 092901 - Catalog 2024/2025

Anindya Paul, Chair, 386-506-4155, Anindya.Paul@daytonastate.edu

Deborah Kirkland, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4158, Deborah.Kirkland@daytonastate.edu

Tammy Fritz, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4154, Tammy.Fritz@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The mission of the Drafting and Design Technology program is to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to secure entry-level employment as a drafter in any application. The program, which uses the latest technology and innovative teaching methods, also transitions into Associate of Science and baccalaureate programs.

Description:

The program provides entry-level skills in Drafting and Design Technology for engineering, manufacturing, architecture and related disciplines. Instruction covers the various aspects of engineering and architectural drawings with specific instruction in 2D and 3D computer aided drafting. Solid modeling is emphasized to provide a variety of modes for communicating designs. With the inclusion of general education courses, this certificate can be directly applied toward the Associate of Science degree in Drafting and Design Technology.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge and skills to produce orthographic drawings which comply with the standards of various industry organizations.

  2. Identify and use different tools, equipment, materials and products commonly used to produce design media.

  3. Demonstrate proficiency in industry-related computer applications by earning software certification.

  4. Plan and initiate design projects to provide solutions to needs and problems.

  5. Create presentations to communicate designs using rendering, animating, prototyping, and printing.

  6. Evaluate existing models, solutions, and conditions as influences on final designs.

Financial Aid

The length of this program makes it ineligible for federal financial aid and state financial aid.

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Approximate Additional Costs

Program Tuition and Fees*:   $2,252.36
 Access Fee: $25.52 ($1.16 per credit)
 Assessment Fee: $34
 Lab Fees: $249
 Textbook Estimate: Varies depending on new, used, renting, or e-books

*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.

Additional Admission Requirements

  • Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements. 

Careers

The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on the any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org.  For additional career information, please see:

17-3019.00 Drafters, All Other http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3019.00

17-2051.00 Civil Engineers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-2051.00

17-2051.01 Transportation Engineers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-2051.01

17-2051.02 Water/Wastewater Engineers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-2051.02

17-3012.00 Electrical and Electronics Drafters http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3012.00

17-3012.01 Electronic Drafters http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3012.01

17-3012.02 Electrical Drafters http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3012.02

17-3026.00 Industrial Engineering Technicians http://www.onetonline.org/help/green/17-3026.00

17-3013.00 Mechanical Drafters http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-3013.00

Program Length: The typical length of this program is two (2) semesters (30 weeks) for a full-time student.  The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the placement rate (2017/18) for this field at 80%.

For additional Information on wages, trends and career videos:

http://www.careerinfonet.org/occ_rep.asp?optstatus=011000000&soccode=173019&id=1&nodeid=2&stfips=12&search=Go

Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

Program Specific Courses

Program Specific Courses require a "C" or better.

ETD2320CComputer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

ETD2340CComputer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

EGN1111CEngineering Drawing and Lab

3

ETD2357CInventor Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETD2364CSolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETD2465CTool Design and Lab

3

IND2500Professional Practices for the Design Industry

3

ETG2949Cooperative Education Experience in Engineering

1-4

ETG2949: This is a variable credit course (1-4 credits). The academic department has approved it for 1 credit in this program.

 

Sample Program of Study

1st Semester

EGN1111CEngineering Drawing and Lab

3

ETD2320CComputer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

ETD2364CSolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETG2949Cooperative Education Experience in Engineering

1-4

ETG2949: This is a variable credit course (1-4). The academic department has approved it for 1 credit in this program.

 

2nd Semester

ETD2340CComputer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

ETD2357CInventor Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETD2465CTool Design and Lab

3

IND2500Professional Practices for the Design Industry

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 22