Architectural Drafting Certificate

Location(s): Eastfield, Mountain View

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(Level I Certificate)

Eastfield and Mountain View campus only

Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CADD.ARCH.17

This certificate program prepares a student to become certified as an entry-level CADD operator specializing in architectural drafting and design. Jobs performed would include the proficient use of the AutoCAD software in creating drawings to architectural specification and identifying construction methods and materials used in building design.

Semester 1

Semester Total: 11 Credit Hours

Semester 2

DFTG 2380 - Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General (3 Credit Hours)
OR
Elective - Technical Elective (one course) (3 Credit Hours) +
DFTG 2428 - Architectural Drafting-Commercial (4 Credit Hours)

Semester Total: 7 Credit Hours

Minimum Hours Required: 18 Credit Hours

Electives

+Technical Elective

Must be selected from the following:

Note(s)

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.