As a graduate of the Computer Aided Drafting Technology program, you will be prepared for a variety of jobs, including:
Drafter in the following fields:
Architecture
Civil engineering
A/E/C manufacturers
Surveying technicians
Engineering technicians
Demand for Computer-Aided Design (CAD) professionals varies by specialty and depends on the needs of local industry, particularly architectural and engineering services and manufacturing. Future income for CAD designers will depend on where you live, how much experience you have, how much skill you bring and which degree you earn. However, an expected yearly income for A.A.S. degree graduates with the A/E/C/ concentration ranges from $26,000 to $59,100.
Computer Aided Drafting Technology students are required to complete a 10-week cooperative work experience (co-op) to gain real-world experience working in a computer-aided design environment.
The following employers throughout the country have hired Computer Aided Drafting Technology students and graduates:
