• CertificatesofProficiency• CertificatesofAchievement• AssociateDegrees

Forinformation,contactleadinstructorPaulClarkepclarke@miracosta.edu,(760)757-2121,ext.6405

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This brochure was funded by the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 (06-C01-032) awarded to MiraCosta College and administered by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office. It is the policy of MiraCosta College not to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital or parental status, age, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam-era veteran or mental or physical disability in all of its educational and employment programs and activities. Individuals with verifiable disabilities can be accommodated with advance notice.

MiraCosta College Design Drafting Technology Program

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Prepare for a Great Career!The Design Drafting Technology Program at MiraCosta College prepares students for careers in federal, state and local land-use planning; building and transportation agencies; private architectural, contract and construction companies; and for-profit industrial and manufacturing companies in life science, defense, sport/recreation equipment and various other industries. According to the California Employment Development Department, the mean annual salary for architectural and engineering drafters and technicians in San Diego/Carlsbad/San Marcos is more than $50,000.

Gain Experience Outside the ClassroomActivities outside the classroom include industry tours, internships, trips sponsored by the Engineering Club, and participation in local competitions such as the San Diego County Fair.

CertificatesofProficiencyCertificates of Proficiency are designed to be the first step in a career ladder. They are short-term certificates, typically requiring fewer than 18 units of course work, which introduce students to one aspect of a trade or occupation.

AppliedDesign 16–17unitsDraftingFundamentals 11units

CertificatesofAchievementCertificates of Achievement are designed to prepare graduates for immediate employment in specific career areas. The total units required for a certificate varies with each discipline.

ArchitecturalTechnology 27unitsComputer-AidedDesignandDrafting 26–28unitsComputer-AidedDrafting 20–21unitsElectro-MechanicalDrafting 24units

AssociateDegreesMiraCosta’s Design Drafting Program offers the following associate degrees:

ArchitecturalTechnologyComputer-AidedDesignandDraftingComputer-AidedDraftingElectro-MechanicalDraftingStudents planning to earn an associate degree should meet with a MiraCosta College counselor before or early in their first semester to identify courses that meet degree requirements. The associate degrees listed above require completion of a Certificate of Achievement and general education courses specified in the MiraCosta College Catalog.

MiraCosta’s Design Drafting Technology ProgramThe program offers courses for those who plan to transfer to a university and/or have an interest in a drafting-related career.

The program also provides training for those already employed in fields related to design and drafting. An active industry advisory board and instructors with industry experience ensure all instruction is closely aligned with the needs of local businesses.

Courses are also offered for those who may not be pursuing a career in design and drafting, but who have an interest in, or need to understand, graphic communication.

MiraCosta’s Design Drafting Technology Program uses state-of-the-art technology and software. Computer hardware and software are on a replacement cycle that ensures the college’s CAD lab is using the latest tools. Software subscriptions, including the recently acquired Autodesk Design Institute, guarantee that CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, 3ds Max, SolidWorks and numerous others are updated every year. The college also just added two rapid prototyping machines and two 3D scanners. With these new additions, students are able to design more and faster!

“The software and hardware used in the college’s drafting, architecture and engineering courses ensures that our students are being trained with the latest and best tools available,” says Design Drafting Technology instructor Paul Clarke.

Design Drafting Technology Certificates & Associate DegreesMiraCosta offers a wide range of classes that meet days, evenings, weekends and online. Students may choose to earn one or more of the following certificates, work toward an associate degree or complete requirements to transfer. For more information about each certificate and associate degree, please contact the Counseling Department at (760) 795-6670 or consult the MiraCosta College Catalog, available at the MiraCosta bookstore or online at www.miracosta.edu.

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MiraCosta’s Design Drafting Technology Program offers classes in computer-aided drafting, graphic communication, engineering design graphics, electronic design, Auto CAD, Revit, SolidWorks and more.

Ifyoucandreamit…youcanlearntodesignit!

“MiraCosta’s Design Drafting Program taught me detailed skills that prepared me for my current job and gave me the fundamentals I will use throughout my career.” —Milad Samadi, MiraCosta graduate hired as a CAD technician

“My entry level job with a structural engineering company was found through the many referrals MiraCosta passes on to students. After my experience with this first job I was able to find my dream job drafting both residential and commercial interior designs with a firm that specializes in high end design. I owe these opportunities to the dedicated staff and the classes offered at MiraCosta College.” —Donna K. Campuzzano, MiraCosta graduate hired as an AutoCAD technical designer

“I took one drafting class at MiraCosta College and realized I wanted to be an engineer. Now I’m getting my Bachelor of Science from USC’s School of Engineering!”

—Isabel Greenway, MiraCosta graduate