This program prepares students for employment as a DRAFTER or DESIGNER in the CIVIL ENGINEERING, architecture, or construction fields. Civil drafters create detailed technical drawings of buildings, structures, and various construction projects designed by architects and civil engineers. Civil drafters must be proficient in industry-standard CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, REVIT) and have knowledge of industry standard drafting practices. Employment is available in private industry and at local and county government agencies. This program also develops essential job skills for ENGINEERS. Many university engineering programs may not include these job skill courses as part of their curriculum. Other courses in this program may transfer to the university.

If more units are needed to complete the associate degree, it is suggested students also take: Engr 118, 119 (surveying).

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ select and develop engineering careers

✓ read and produce industry-standard civil engineering drawings.

✓ use a variety of CAD software standards for the civil  engineering field