They study local building codes and regulations. Students learn how to assist civil engineers and inspect construction of all kinds. They study building methods and construction regulations. They are able to take surveyors notes and produce the drawing to the necessary specifications. Upon completion of the program, the student works with engineers in designing highways, skyscrapers, railroads, airports, subdivisions, etc.
Students learn about the objects they draw and about industrial materials.
They progress from copying drawings from textbooks to developing drawings from notes given to them by the instructor. Three certificates are available after a student has completed Basic Drafting and does not desire to continue toward a diploma. 648-1296 hours To find out more about the Drafting and CAD Technology program, check out the Virtual Tour.