Program Description
Teaches a full array of industry standard design skills and technologies including Computer Aided Drafting and Solid Modeling, enabling students to assist and work with engineers and related professionals. Prepares students to pursue paraprofessional positions in engineering industries.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Employ CAD-integrated simulation tools to perform stress analysis, motion studies, and other virtual tests to optimize product performance.
- Apply foundational principles of engineering, including mechanics, materials science, and design analysis, to create and evaluate CAD designs for engineering applications.
- Utilize industry-standard Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models that meet engineering and manufacturing specifications.
- Analyze engineering problems and develop effective CAD-based solutions.
Program Requirements
- Students must complete their credit English and Mathematics within the first 24 credits.
- One course must meet the cultural competence graduation requirement.
- CORE: The General Education CORE is that foundation of the higher education curriculum providing a coherent intellectual experience for all students. Students should check with an advisor or the transfer institution (ARTSYS) before selecting General Education CORE requirements. http://artsys.usmd.edu/
- In some General Education categories (Mathematics, Biological & Physical Sciences), a 4-credit course selected from the GenEd course list will satisfy the requirement in place of a 3-credit course. Students should check with an advisor before selecting these courses.
- For the Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition requirement, a 3-credit PHED, HLTH, or NUTR course may satisfy the requirement in place of a 1-credit course. Students should check with an advisor before selecting this course.
- Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in ENGL 101 English Composition.
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Students must complete a minimum of nine credits at the 200-level.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| English | ||
| ENGL 101 | English Composition | 3 |
| Mathematics | ||
| MATH 165 | Precalculus | 4 |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities | ||
| Arts Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: | 3 | |
| Business Ethics | ||
| Communication Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: | 3 | |
| Career Communication | ||
| Biological & Physical Sciences | ||
| Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: | 3 | |
| Survey of Physics (Spring) | ||
| Survey of Physical Science | ||
| Physical Geology (Fall) | ||
| Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition Requirement | ||
| Select one PHED, HLTH, or NUTR course | 1 | |
| Concentration Courses | ||
| CADT 101 | AutoCAD I | 3 |
| CADT 102 | AutoCAD II | 3 |
| CADT 110 | Introduction to SolidWorks | 3 |
| CADT 250 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 4 |
| CADT 255 | Dynamics | 4 |
| CMSC 105 | Introduction to Programming with Python | 3 |
| CMTE 100 | Occupational Safety & Health | 2 |
| ENGR 100 | Introduction to Engineering Design | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select 12 credits of the following: | 12 | |
Any BLDT, CADT, CMIS, CMTE, ENGR, GISA, MATH, or SPAN courses | ||
| Internship | ||
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Transfer Note
For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Career and Academic Planning Services office at 301.846.2471 or visit Transfer Services.
Guided Pathway to Success (GPS)
Suggested schedules map your path to degree completion.
Students should meet with an advisor each semester to carefully select and sequence courses based on their specific academic goals and interests. Visit Jefferson Hall or call 301.846.2471 for advising.
| Recommended First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101 | English Composition | 3 |
| MATH 165 | Precalculus | 4 |
| CADT 101 | AutoCAD I (1st 7 1/2 week) | 3 |
| CADT 102 | AutoCAD II (2nd 7 1/2 week) | 3 |
| CMSC 105 | Introduction to Programming with Python | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Recommended Second Semester | ||
| Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: | 3-4 | |
| Survey of Physics (Spring) | ||
| Survey of Physical Science | ||
| Physical Geology (Fall) | ||
| CADT 110 | Introduction to SolidWorks (7 1/2 week) | 3 |
| ENGR 100 | Introduction to Engineering Design 1 | 3 |
| Any BLDT, CADT, CMIS, CMTE, ENGR, GISA, MATH, or SPAN course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15-16 | |
| Recommended Third Semester | ||
| Communication Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: | 3 | |
| Career Communication | ||
| CMTE 100 | Occupational Safety & Health | 2 |
| CADT 250 | Statics and Strength of Materials (15-week) 2 | 4 |
| Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition Requirement | 1,3 | |
| Any BLDT, CADT, CMIS, CMTE, ENGR, GISA, MATH, or SPAN course | 3 | |
| Credits | 13-15 | |
| Recommended Fourth Semester | ||
| Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list) - Recommended course(s) below: | 3 | |
| Business Ethics | ||
| Arts Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| CADT 255 | Dynamics (15-week) 3 | 4 |
| Select from the following: | 6 | |
Any BLDT, CADT, CMIS, CMTE, ENGR, GISA, MATH, or SPAN course | ||
| Internship | ||
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 60-63 | |
- 1
Prerequisite: MATH 165 Precalculus
- 2
Prerequisite: ENGR 100 Introduction to Engineering Design
- 3
Prerequisite: CADT 250 Statics and Strength of Materials
Part-time Students
Part-time students should complete courses in the order listed on the pathway. Please contact program manager for questions about part-time status.
Students who take fewer than 15 credits each semester or who require developmental English or Math coursework will need additional semesters to complete their degrees. Summer term and January session classes may help students to make faster progress.
Pathway Legend
Milestone - courses with the Milestone notation should be taken within the recommend credit range to stay on track for program completion.
Fall, Spring, Summer - courses with a Fall, Spring, or Summer notation indicate the course is offered in the specified semester only.