Architectural CAD Technician Career Major - Overview

Architectural CAD Technician

Architectural CAD Technician
Campus
Metro STEM Academy
(Springlake Campus)
Career Major Length
1030 hours
Who Can Enroll
Juniors, Seniors & Adults
Schedule
M-F 7:40-10:30A &/or 11:25A-2:15P
Fees
In-State Tuition:
$2,575.00
Out-of-State Tuition:
$6,695.00
Book Costs:
$344.00
Exam Fees:
$90.00
Supplies Costs:
$0.00
Average Oklahoma Salary
$18/hr
Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are subject to change without notice. Exam fees are nonrefundable.

Learn to convert the ideas and specifications of the engineer architect into working drawings by utilizing both manual sketching and parametric solid modeling methods that meet ANSI (American National Standards Institute) and/or AIA (American Institute of Architecture) drafting standards. Students will be trained with some of the most challenging and expanding equipment in the CAD industry. This major prepares the student for an exciting career in a CAD field or for advancing to a college or university to complete a higher degree.

Career Major Length
1030.00Total Hours
Course Title
Hours
Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drafting & Design
140.00
Support Documentation
55.00
Principles of CAD
185.00
3D Building Information Modeling
150.00
Architecture Computer-Aided Drafting & Design
120.00
CAD Architectural Level 1
105.00
CAD Architectural Level 2
105.00
CAD Architectural Level 3
105.00
Professional Development
65.00

Helpful Attributes and Abilities

  • Ability to read at the 10th grade level
  • General understanding of Geometry and Algebra
  • Basic to moderate typing and computer literacy skills
  • Ability to think critically and logically

Student Organizations

Certifications Available

Metro Tech Accreditations