Mechanical CAD Drafting

Use your creativity to solve problems and create new products. Develop the technical skills needed for entry-level work in an engineering department. You will learn to interpret and prepare mechanical drawings of products and machine components to the specifications of the designer and /or the engineering team. You could also investigate other areas of the design process such as strength requirements, material choice, product improvement and cost savings. In addition, you will learn about manufacturing processes, technical drafting and technical math.

Program Name: 
Mechanical CAD Drafting
Program Number: 
31-606-3
Type of Degree/Diploma: 
Technical Diploma
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  • Program can be completed entirely online at this college.
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Employment Snapshot

Median Salary Six Months After Graduation: 
$46,539
Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree: 

AutoCAD Drafter
CAD Technician/Drafter/Operator
CATIA Operator
Design Drafter
Inventor Operator

Delivery: 
Hybrid - This program has courses that can be completed online and some that must be completed in a traditional classroom setting.