Computer-Aided Design Technologies Degree and Certificate Programs
Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree
Seminole State's Computer-Aided Technologies degree is a two-year program leading to a workforce- ready Associate in Science degree. This program provides the highest quality education, the training and the technical skills needed in the industry today. The curriculum includes a balance of technical design and construction coursework with classes such as Blueprint Reading, Construction Materials and Methods, Computer-Aided Design I, Revit I and Construction Documents.
The associate degree allows students to customize their educational pathway through a series of electives focused in architecture and design, construction, engineering and design technology or virtual design and construction. A required internship allows students to apply classroom theory to practical work-related applications and to develop proficiency in AEC ( Architecture/ Engineering/ Construction) industry software.
Short-Term, Embedded Certificate Programs
Seminole State's Computer-Aided Design Technician certificates prepare students for entry-level employment or are for professionals to advance their proficiency in the latest industry technologies such as AutoCAD or Revit. Students who complete at least one of the certificates may also pursue the Associate in Science (A.S.) in Computer-Aided Design Technologies with all credits applied toward the degree.
Seminole State offers the following certificates:
Career Opportunities
With technology advancements in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industries, there is a need for high-skilled computer design technicians to support these fast-growing industries. Graduates work at architectural and design firms, in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) departments at major construction and engineering companies. The construction building trades such as plumbing, HVACR and electrical now have integrated emerging technologies into their own practices to support the general contractors.