Advanced Manufacturing CAD-CAM

CERT - Occupational Certificate


Students will gain understanding and skill in the use of CAD related platforms such as AutoCAD, Solidworks applications for creation of parts drawings, designs, and parametric modeling for use in 3D printing applications associated with computer aided manufacturing for CNC Milling operations.

Program Purpose


To learn drafting techniques using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Solid Works software.

Program Map


Recommended Program Map / Program Requirements

The recommended plan below meets the requirements to complete this program.  For official requirements, visit the AWC Catalog. If the recommended classes listed below don’t fit your schedule or interests, you can take alternate classes. 

To get started on your personalized Academic Plan, or schedule an appointment with the Advising Office or with a Faculty Advisor.

First Semester: Fall

Course Course Title Credits Area
DFT 100 Auto CAD Drafting 1 3 Major Requirement
CNC 101 Machine Operator 2 Prerequisite 
    5  

Second Semester: Spring

Course Course Title Credits Area
DFT 180 CAD with Solidworks 3 Major Requirement
CNC 201 Computer Aided Programming for CNC Machines 3 Major Requirement
    6  
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