Program Description
Prepare for a career in Computer Aided Design by obtaining a Basic CAD certificate. CCBC Catonsville is an Autodesk Authorized Training Center.
Program Outcomes
Successful Completion:
CCBC Credential: Students will be awarded a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate, and will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).
Financial Aid and Payment Options
- Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
- Partial Payment Option (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
- Tuition Waiver for Senior Citizens and Individuals with Disabilities
- Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
- Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
- Local Office of Workforce Development
Program Length
70 hours; number of weeks and start dates vary
Program Requirements
Information Sessions/Orientations
Not required, but a pre-registration visit can be scheduled. Contact the Coordinator, Kathleen Hebbel, for information.
Requirements
Minimum age of 16 with parental permission.
Recommended - Previous design or CAD experience is helpful, but not necessary.
Application Process
Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.
Program Course Sequence
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Course Number
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Course
Title
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Course Hours
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Textbook Information
(approximate cost; subject to change)
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Costs
T=Tuition/F=Fees
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Prerequisites (if applicable):
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VOD 525
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Fab Lab Introduction
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2
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None
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$99
T-$50/F-$49
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TEC 610
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Blueprint Reading
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14
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Course materials are provided and included in the course cost.
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$259
T-$125/F-$134
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Prerequisite Totals:
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16
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$358
T-$175/F-$183
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Course Series:
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TEC 149
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Basic AutoCAD
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35
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Course materials are provided and included in the course cost.
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$1239
T- $491/F-$748
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TEC 504
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Autodesk Revit Level I
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35
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Course materials are provided and included in the course cost.
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$1299
T-$545/F-$754
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Course Series Totals:
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70
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$2538
T-$1036/F-$1502
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Course Series & Prerequisite Totals:
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86
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$2896
T-$1211/F-$1685
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Additional Information
Additional Offerings (if applicable):
Sketchup Fundamentals – TEC 510, Introduction to MicroStation Graphics - TEC 400
Skills for Success:
Self-motivated; punctual and prompt; ability to work alone; ability to follow directions.
Career Opportunities:
Entry-level or assistive CAD designer/drafter positions in fields such as architecture, electronics, construction, and civil engineering.
Program Contact Information
Coordinator:
Kathleen Hebbel
khebbel@ccbcmd.edu
443-840-4641
Catonsville, BESS 100
Administrative Assistant:
Ollie Wright
owright@ccbcmd.edu
443-840-4476
Catonsville, BESS 100
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