Introduction:
The Mountain View College CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing)
certificate is a multi-disciplinary program designed to train individuals as entry
level drafters and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programmers or operators. The
CAD/CAM certificate includes courses in technical math, basic drafting, and advanced CAD techniques. Students will also take courses in the use of manual mills and lathes,
CNC programming, and CAD/CAM programs such as MasterCAM.
Job Opportunities:
Students who complete the program successfully can find good paying jobs
as entry level drafters, machinists, and CNC operators or programmers in various
industries including oil field equipment, aerospace, and automotive.
The job opportunities in the metal working and related industries have grown considerably over
the last few years. The Bureau
of Labor Statistics expects the need for CAD/CAM to be good
because so many individuals are currently retiring.
Certificate:
CAD/CAM Certificate Suggested Courses - The courses can be taken for credit or non-credit
through Continuing Education.
|
Semester I |
|
Course Number |
Title |
Credit Hours |
|
DFTG 1405
|
Technical Drafting
|
4 |
|
MCHN 1301 |
Beginning Machine Shop |
3 |
|
DFTG 1409 |
Basic Computer-Aided Drafting
|
4 |
|
TECM 1303* |
Technical Mathematics
|
3 |
|
|
Total Hours Semester I |
14 |
|
Semester II |
|
Course Number |
Title |
Credit Hours |
|
INMT 1343 |
Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
|
3 |
|
DFTG 1395 |
Special Topics in Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical CAD/CADD |
3 |
|
MCHN 1454 |
Intermediate Machining II
|
4 |
|
|
|
10 |
|
Semester III |
|
Course Number |
Title |
Credit Hours |
|
MCHN 2338 |
Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing
|
3
|
|
DFTG 2435
|
Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting |
4 |
|
|
Total Hours |
31 |
* Courses may be substituted. Please consult the MVC catalog. |
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