Architectural CADD & Construction Technology, Level 1 Certificate

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First Semester

1st 8-weeks

OSHT 1391 - Special Topics in Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician 3 credit hours.
DFTG 1309 - Basic Computer-Aided Drafting 3 credit hours.
DFTG 1305 - Introduction to Technical Drawing 3 credit hours. ² OR
ENGR 1304 - Engineering Graphics I 3 credit hours.

2nd 8-weeks

DFTG 2340 - Solid Modeling/Design 3 credit hours.
DFTG 2319 - Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting 3 credit hours.

Total Hours: 15

Second Semester

1st 8-weeks

TECM 1349 - Technical Math Applications 3 credit hours. OR
MATH 1414 - College Algebra for STEM Majors 4 credit hours. ¹ OR
MATH 2412 - Pre-Calculus Math 4 credit hours. ²
DFTG 1317 - Architectural Drafting - Residential 3 credit hours.

2nd 8-weeks

CNBT 1316 - Construction Technology I 3 credit hours.
DFTG 2328 - Architectural Drafting – Commercial 3 credit hours.

Total Hours: 12

Third Semester

1st 8-weeks

CNBT 1350 - Construction Technology II 3 credit hours.
DFTG 2347 - Advanced Technical Animation and Rendering 3 credit hours.

2nd 8-weeks

DFTG 1393 - Special Topics in Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD 3 credit hours. OR
ENGR 1307 - Plane Surveying 3 credit hours.
DFTG 2331 - Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting 3 credit hours.

Total Hours: 12

Total Graduation Hours: 39

¹ TSI required

² College Algebra required

Transfer Outlook

The Architectural CADD & Construction Technology (LV1) certificate prepares students for entry-level positions with building contractors and architectural engineers. The hands-on construction technology application classes will help lead to an associate degree in construction management.

Career Outlook

Architectural/Civil Drafter- $36,017* w/Associate Degree

*Based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas