CAD PROGRAMS
The CAD Department includes the Computer Aided Design Program (3.5-4.5 credits), Drafting and Design Management Program (3.5 credits) and the brand new Computer Aided Manufacturing Program (4.5 credits). All programs are focused on the design process and how it is applied in modern careers including manufacturing, construction and fabrication. Students in all programs have the opportunity to earn college credits and Industry certification including their 10 hour OSHA certification, and their NOCTI certifications. Students work with the Autodesk suite of software and apply their designs to create models and products utilizing some of the most modern tools and equipment. There is a shop room with various power tools and equipment, and design lab with computers, and a brand new manufacturing lab equipped with 3D printers and scanners, Micro Mills, and Vinyl Cutters.
CAD PROGRAMS
CAD PROGRAM (CTE)
· Computer Aided Design (1 unit) (3 CHS Credit)
· Career and Financial Management (1/2 credit)
Must take 2 of the 3 following courses:
· Design & Drawing For Production (I unit)
· CAD/Residential Construction (1 unit)
· CAD/Manufacturing Systems (1 unit)
Industry Recognized Certification: NOCTI CAD, 10 HOUR OSHA General Industry
DESIGN & DRAWING FOR PRODUCTION (DDP)
(1 CREDIT) (FINE ART CREDIT)
Have you ever wondered how your cell phone went from and idea to a product? Design and Drawing for Production (DDP) is an activity-based course which will teach you how products are created from start to finish. Students in DDP will develop solutions to various design or product problems using research, sketching, drawing and presentation techniques. Individual and group projects will emphasize the development of the critical thinking and encourage you to think creatively. The computer will be used to create original 3-D solutions. DDP may be used to satisfy the art requirement for graduation.
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN/MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS
(1 CREDIT)
Did you ever look a product and think, “I could make that much better?” This course focuses on assembling products in an assembly line, factory type setting. Students will organize themselves as a real company making real products. They will utilize the CAD lab and wood shop to take their product from design through production. Some of the tools that are available for them to use are mini-lathes with duplicators, table and panel saw, drill presses, and routers.
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN/RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
(1 CREDIT)
The lights are out, and National Grid tells you it is your problem. Or you mistakenly threw your homework down the drain, and now your sink is clogged. Or maybe you just want to have your computer and your 360 both networked in your house. This class is hands on and introduces students to various building trades. This class also allows the students to earn a lifetime OSHA certification through the CareerSafe Online platform of exams. Students will utilize the CAD lab to model and prototype, and then build in the wood shop using the most modern tools and equipment available.
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN CHS
(1 CREDIT) 3 CHS CREDITS, SCCC, (CIS 140)
Prerequisite: Grade 11 or 12, or permission from instructor
College credit in high school for free! This course teaches the basics of computer aided drafting as applied to engineering drawings using the AutoCAD 2013 drafting package. Student will learn various topics in CAD that map to the SCCC CAD class at Schenectady County Community College. Upon successful completion of the class with a “B” or better, the student will receive a SCCC transcript. Did I mention the cost? ITS FREE!
COMPUTER AIDED MANUFACTURING
(1 CREDIT)
Prerequisite: Grade 11 or 12, or permission from instructor
This course focuses on 21st century manufacturing and the skills required to maintain and excel in this ever changing technologically advanced field. Students will be given the opportunity to work on Micro Mills, Vinyl Cutters, 3D Printers, and 3D Scanners. Students will also be given the opportunity to earn their 10 hour OSHA certification if they do not already have it. They will utilize the design tools in the Autodesk suite of software.