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Computer Aided Design Certificate (CAI)

Type: Career, Certificate (C1)

Open Admissions

Division: STEM and Business


This program provides the fundamentals of design and technical description in the field of Computer Aided Design. This 23 credit certificate program is available for incoming students, and is also well suited for individuals currently working in the manufacturing or architectural areas who wish to acquire competency. The student is trained in AutoCAD software products.
 

If you have questions related to program admissions or applications, please contact info@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4188.

 

First Year

Fall

CAD105Computer Aided Design: AutoCAD

3

CMP101Composition 1

3

MAT151-XXX
Mathematics Elective MAT151 level or above

3

 

MET103Introduction to Manufacturing

3

OR

EGS102Introduction to Engineering

3

 

 

CPS100Information Technology and Its Applications

3

OR

OPN-ELECTIVE
Open Elective

3

 

Total Credit Hours:15

Spring

CAD106Computer Aided Design: 3D AutoCAD and Revit

3

CAD107Computer Aided Design: SolidWorks

3

LA-ELECTIVE
Liberal Arts Elective

3

MAT152-XXX
Mathematics Elective MAT152 level or above

3

Total Credit Hours:12

Requirement Notes

CPS100: May be fulfilled by challenge exam and 3 liberal arts elective credits.  Students with appropriate prerequisites are strongly recommended to substitute CPS101.

Liberal Arts Elective: Recommend  CMP102, or CMP150, or SPE102.

Program Note

Communication and Mathematics proficiency required to graduate.

See guided pathway sheets for advising information specific to your area of focus.

 

Total Credit Hours: 27

 
Program Student Learner Outcomes
  • Demonstrate proficiency with Autodesk software including AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Prepare accurate engineering drawings showing the detail and method of assembly of machinery and mechanical devices.
  • Apply related academic skills (from mathematics, e.g.) to solve drafting and design problems.
  • Complete the Autodesk and SolidWorks Certification exams.
  • Use related soft (technical writing and communication) skills when solving drafting and design problem.
 
Occupational Skills Required
  • Comfortable using a computer for long periods of time
  • Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time paying close attention to detail.
  • Ability to work with a team
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time

Most Common Linked Occupation Title – All Education Levels
  • Mechanical Drafter

Most Common Linked Occupation Title – Associate’s or Less

  • Mechanical Drafter


Top Transfer Institutions
  • University of Massachusetts Lowell
  • Wentworth Institute Of Technology