Computer-aided Drafting and Design Technology, AAS

Interpret and create architectural and machine drawings using computer-aided drafting (CAD) software. Get your degree fully online!

Learn by designing, building, and modeling

Math, science, and engineering skills are essential, but working collaboratively and communicating effectively are vital. Tech and soft skills are necessary to transform a concept into a functional reality. Watch the video to see how drafting technology is used.

Architecture, construction, and engineering rely on drafting technology to plan, design, and execute projects. In four semesters, you learn how to prepare technical drawings using the latest technology.

Engage with specialized coursework, including:

Industry Standard Software: AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, Civil3D, and Microstation
Interpreting Machine and Architectural Drawings
Graphic Analysis
Parametric Design
Architectural Design and Drafting
Structural Design and Drafting
Building Information Modeling

Choose how you would like to learn, hyflex courses are taught:

Face-to-face
Live video through Zoom or Teams
Recorded instruction to watch at your convenience
Online

Explore JCCC's catalog to learn about our Computer-aided Drafting and Design Technology degree and individual courses

[Catalog] Computer-aided Drafting and Design Technology, AAS

[Catalog] Drafting Technology courses

Learn to be part of a team during an internship

JCCC’s state-of-the-art software, up-to-date equipment, and experienced professors are here to help you to become a drafting technician. Each Drafting Technology professor teaches and then gives you one-on-one attention as you practice each concept. Discipline-specific classes like architecture and civil, mechanical, and structural design sharpen your skills.

Part of our CAD program involves gaining more real-world experience from internship opportunities at local firms and businesses where CAD skills make you a vital part of a team. Architectural firms, construction companies, specialized design services, and manufacturing firms employ technicians who have learned the skills taught at JCCC.

When you’re not in class, hang out with like-minded students who share your passion through one of our clubs and organizations.

Construction Specification Institute: Student Chapter at JCCC – Gain insight into the construction field and network with professionals.
Engineering and Math Club of JCCC – Work on engineering skills and group dynamics in this fun club especially for engineering students.
Computer Club – Expand your knowledge of computer programs, apps, and games in this group that attracts tech lovers from many career paths.

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Technology, tutoring, and academic support

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) offers free services and tutors to all JCCC credit students. We want you to be successful in your coursework. Visit the ARC on the first floor of the Library.

If you need help with career decisions, talk with a career coach in the Career Development Center.

Drafting technicians are in demand

JCCC's drafting classes prepare you for an exciting career in two years. Start here, go anywhere, and join our graduates. Here are a few of the companies our graduates are employed:

Affinis, Argus, Automatic Systems Inc, Black & Veatch, BRR Architecture, Burns & McDonnell, Foodservice Concept Design, GBA, GPW & Associates, HDR, Henderson Engineers, Kellar Engineering, Kiewit, Klover Architects, LK Architecture, McAffe Henderson Solutions, Olsson, Professional Engineering Consultants, RTE, Smith & Boucher Engineers, SPX Technologies, Studio NYL, Square One Studio

The U.S. Department of Labor compiles statistics on the careers involving drafting technicians.

For information on careers in Kansas, including salary and job prospects explore the Power BI Post Graduate Report.