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Course Description
The curriculum prepares students to read and create technical graphics and 3-dimensional digital prototypes for the design of mechanical components within a fabrication process. Technologies utilized in the program include parametric solid modeling CAD systems to generate 3D models, technical graphics and analysis, presentation renderings, and to produce laser cut and 3D printed mechanical prototypes. A CAD technician supports design & fabrication activities with knowledge of sustainable production processes and industry standards. Job functions include CAD modeling, geometric problem solving, presentations of design reviews, and collaborating in design projects. Interpretation of engineering drawings is based on American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y14 standards.
A Certificate is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.
Student Learning Outcomes
**Please see attached program narrative (download under LMI data attachments)
2020-2021 | 2021-2022 |
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2 students | 6 students |
This program aligns with the following goals of the Educational Master Plan:
**Please see attached program narrative (download under LMI data attachments)
This is an existing approved occupational skills certificate to be modified to a low-unit certificate of achievement for student certificate transcriptability for student’s academic purposes & success.
The purpose of the program is to support students to gain the skills necessary to obtain entry level careers in mechanical design and fabrication through the use of CAD (computer-aided design) software and fabrication technologies. Students not only virtually prototype designs, they explore physical fabrications using advanced/rapid prototyping equipment such as laser cutting, 3D printing, vacuum forming, and CNC milling to realize design potentials.
This integrates industry credentialing including two levels of Solidworks CAD credentials, up to the Professional level certification. Students also prepare to successfully complete the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Associates Credential. These industry credentials provide an improved opportunity for internships and job opportunities within the Mechanical design and fabrication industries (and related fields) as well as opportunities within the Green Energy and Environmental Sector.
This certificate integrates the core courses for an existing stackable Certificate of Achievement that is AS Degree applicable.
Required units in the program: 13
Requirements | Dept. Name/# | Name | Units | Sequence Option A |
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Required Core (13 units) | DT 008A DT 008B DT 008C DT 030 | Introduction to Digital Design and Fabrication Intermediate Digital Design and Fabrication Advanced Systems Design & Fabrication Sustainable Technologies | 3 3 4 3 | Yr 1, Fall Yr 1, Spring Yr 1, Summer Yr 1, Fall |
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