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
| Course Number | Course Title | Course Hours | Textbook Information (approximate cost; subject to change) | Costs T=Tuition/F=Fees |
| Prerequisites (if applicable): |
| VOD 525 | Fab Lab Introduction | 2 | None | $99 T-$50/F-$49 |
| TEC 610 | Blueprint Reading | 14 | Course materials are provided and included in the course cost. | $259 T-$125/F-$134 |
| Prerequisite Totals: | 16 | | $358 T-$175/F-$183 |
| Course Series: |
| TEC 149 | Basic AutoCAD | 35 | Course materials are provided and included in the course cost. | $1239 T- $491/F-$748 |
| TEC 504 | Autodesk Revit Level I | 35 | Course materials are provided and included in the course cost. | $1299 T-$545/F-$754 |
| Course Series Totals: | 70 | | $2538 T-$1036/F-$1502 |
| Course Series & Prerequisite Totals: | 86 | | $2896 T-$1211/F-$1685 |
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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