Computer-Aided Design & Drafting / Median Salary: $56,024

Computer-Aided Designers/Drafters use software to create plans for everything from cars to skyscrapers. Because of the limitless benefits of their profession, CAD Designers may find work in many exciting fields including construction and engineering. They use specialized computer software to generate drawings, blueprints, plans, and other design documents for use across a wide variety of fields (mechanical design, architecture, construction, engineering, etc.).

Skills

  • CAD/3D Software
  • Design/Drafting
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Computer Literacy
  • Communication

Job Titles

  • Drafting Technician
  • Autocad/CAD Technician
  • Mechanical Designer
  • Civil Design Technician
  • Drafter

Primary Tasks

  • Create graphical representations of civil structures, mechanical devices or machinery, topography and more.
  • Operate computer systems.
  • Evaluate designs or specifications to ensure quality.
  • Create diagrams, specs or maps depending on the project.
  • Evaluate technical data to determine the effect on designs or plans.
  • Prepare detailed work plans.
Source: www.qualityinfo.org

Training

Training in Computer-Aided Design & Drafting is available locally at Linn-Benton Community College. Computer-Aided Drafting workstations are used in all courses. Current industry-standard versions of Autodesk series software and Solidworks are used in engineering graphics classes.

High School/College Courses:

  • Mathematics (Algebra I, II, Geometry, and Trigonometry)
  • Drafting/CAD (if available)
  • Industrial Arts
  • Graphic Design classes

LBCC’s CADD Program

LBCC’s Computer-Aided Design & Drafting Program earns you a two-year degree that prepares you to work as Drafting Technician, Autocad/CAD Technician, Mechanical Designer, Civil Design Technician, and Drafter. The first year of study provides a sound general background, while the second year provides more specific coverage of major occupational areas, such as civil, mechanical, electronic, architectural and technical illustration.

Learn more at www.linnbenton.edu/cadd.

Contact

Linn Benton Community College
6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany, Oregon 97321
541-917-4999
admissions@linnbenton.edu
www.linnbenton.edu

To apply to LBCC, visit:
https://www.linnbenton.edu/futures-start-here/index.php

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