Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing Certificate

Program Statement

This certificate program provides students with the needed skills to become a professional computer-aided draftsperson, mechanical, or manufacturing technicians in the engineering industry. Students learn fundamental concepts of engineering drawing through advanced computer-aided design techniques and CAD/CAM. They will utilize and set up standard machine-shop equipment and operate and program CNC machinery. Students also understand the materials to be processed and technical drawing through the use of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, and CamWorks.

Program Information

This program serves as a solid base for continuing on toward a degree with all courses transferring to BCC's Automation, Electro-Mechanical, and Mechanical Technology programs.

Students utilize typical industrial CNC machining centers, high-tech computer equipment, and the latest AutoDesk, SolidWorks, and/or CAM software.

Total credits:
23

Course Sequencing

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
14
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
9

Overview

Academic Area

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Degree Offered

Certificate of Accomplishment in Computer Aided Design & Manufacturing

Program Code

CN

Program Contact

Mary Cass
Program Coordinator
Mary.Cass@BristolCC.edu

Adrienne Foster Scharf
Dean of STEM
Adrienne.FosterScharf@BristolCC.edu

 

CIP Code

15.1306