Computer-aided engineering software for mold design and mechanical applications are also used. Tool design is critical to the manufacturing industry. Tooling is the foundation for product design and the manufacturing industry. Students learn to design and detail basic tooling requirements for the manufacturing of products. Consideration for safety of the design and manufacturing processes are also emphasized.
Students also gain an understanding of the related areas of mathematics, materials and machining.
Get a Great Job Converting an abstract idea into a working design is the job of the technical drafter and tool designer. Admission Requirements Students entering the program should have a background in CAD and a desire to develop tool design skills. Entry into a B.S. program may have other requirements. The CAD Drafting and Tool Design Technology program at Ferris leads to an associate in applied science degree. Graduation requires a minimum 2.0 GPA in core classes, in the major and overall.