The Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»nical College Mechanical Drafting and Design Technology program offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, a diploma and a CAD Operator certificate toÌýprepare graduates for high-demand careers in engineering companies that design and manufacture products.
Mechanical Drafting and Design Technology graduates work in a variety of settings:
- Manufacturing companies
- Engineering firms
- Electro-mechanical companies
- Contract firms
Why Study Mechanical Drafting & Design at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»?
Hands-on education taught by industry experts
Great career for problem-solvers who are interested in engineering, mechanical and mathematical solutions
Work in a variety of industries with growth potential
Industry & Career Outlook
Potential Jobs:
- CADD Operator
- Designer
- CAD Drafter
- CAD Technician
- Mechanical Drafter
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $31.11 per hour
Top Earners: $42.62 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at .Ìý
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Other Program Info
Take a self-guided virtual tour of our campus to see what it's like to be a student at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³». View program labs, common student spaces, campus offices and more.Ìý
Students can choose to complete the Mechanical Drafting & Design programs part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisor for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
Below, new students can find the first semester part-time course options. After the first semester, work with your faculty advisor to plan future semesters.
First Semester Course Options
Fall Semester:
MECH 1216, MATH 1081, MECH 1200, MECH 2064
Spring Semester:Ìý
MECH 1229, MACH 1090, MECH 2074, ENGL 1107 OR ENGL 2105, MECH 2055
Notes: Course options differ depending on whether you plan to start in the fall or spring semester. The courses are listed in order of importance; for example, diploma and/or AAS degree students wishing to start in the fall semester with just 1 course would take MECH 1216, if they wish to take 2 courses they would take MECH 1216 with MATH 1081, etc.Ìý
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to learn more about becoming a student at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»? Request info to receive program-specific information, connect with admissions and learn more about paying for college.
Info for Current Students
Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.
The Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»nical College Mechanical Drafting and Design Technology program offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, a diploma and a CAD Operator certificate toÌýprepare graduates for high-demand careers in engineering companies that design and manufacture products.
Mechanical Drafting and Design Technology graduates work in a variety of settings:
- Manufacturing companies
- Engineering firms
- Electro-mechanical companies
- Contract firms
Hands-on education taught by industry experts
Great career for problem-solvers who are interested in engineering, mechanical and mathematical solutions
Work in a variety of industries with growth potential
Industry & Career Outlook
Potential Jobs:
- CADD Operator
- Designer
- CAD Drafter
- CAD Technician
- Mechanical Drafter
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $31.11 per hour
Top Earners: $42.62 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at .Ìý
Other Program Info
Take a self-guided virtual tour of our campus to see what it's like to be a student at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³». View program labs, common student spaces, campus offices and more.Ìý
Students can choose to complete the Mechanical Drafting & Design programs part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisor for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
Below, new students can find the first semester part-time course options. After the first semester, work with your faculty advisor to plan future semesters.
First Semester Course Options
Fall Semester:
MECH 1216, MATH 1081, MECH 1200, MECH 2064
Spring Semester:Ìý
MECH 1229, MACH 1090, MECH 2074, ENGL 1107 OR ENGL 2105, MECH 2055
Notes: Course options differ depending on whether you plan to start in the fall or spring semester. The courses are listed in order of importance; for example, diploma and/or AAS degree students wishing to start in the fall semester with just 1 course would take MECH 1216, if they wish to take 2 courses they would take MECH 1216 with MATH 1081, etc.Ìý
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to learn more about becoming a student at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»? Request info to receive program-specific information, connect with admissions and learn more about paying for college.
Info for Current Students
Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.
The Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»nical College Mechanical Drafting and Design Technology program offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, a diploma and a CAD Operator certificate toÌýprepare graduates for high-demand careers in engineering companies that design and manufacture products.
Mechanical Drafting and Design Technology graduates work in a variety of settings:
- Manufacturing companies
- Engineering firms
- Electro-mechanical companies
- Contract firms
Hands-on education taught by industry experts
Great career for problem-solvers who are interested in engineering, mechanical and mathematical solutions
Work in a variety of industries with growth potential
Industry & Career Outlook
Potential Jobs:
- CADD Operator
- Designer
- CAD Drafter
- CAD Technician
- Mechanical Drafter
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $31.11 per hour
Top Earners: $42.62 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at .Ìý
Other Program Info
Take a self-guided virtual tour of our campus to see what it's like to be a student at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³». View program labs, common student spaces, campus offices and more.Ìý
Students can choose to complete the Mechanical Drafting & Design programs part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisor for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
Below, new students can find the first semester part-time course options. After the first semester, work with your faculty advisor to plan future semesters.
First Semester Course Options
Fall Semester:
MECH 1216, MECH 2064, MECH 1200
Spring Semester:Ìý
MECH 1229, MACH 1090, MECH 2074
Notes: Course options differ depending on whether you plan to start in the fall or spring semester. The courses are listed in order of importance; for example, diploma and/or AAS degree students wishing to start in the fall semester with just 1 course would take MECH 1216, if they wish to take 2 courses they would take MECH 1216 with MATH 1081, etc.Ìý
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to learn more about becoming a student at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»? Request info to receive program-specific information, connect with admissions and learn more about paying for college.
Info for Current Students
Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.
Start Dates:
Fall semester: August
Spring semester: January**
**Students who start in the spring will need longer to complete due to course prerequisites.