COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
This program is designed for adults currently employed or expecting to be employed as mechanical technicians. Upon completion of the six credit computer-aided drafting module, students receive a Certificate of Proficiency. Graduates may, in turn, qualify for admission to the associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology at Penn State New Kensington. The associate degree can lead to a bachelor of science degree in Engineering Technology).
| Course Sequence | ||
| Year 1 | Fall | Spring |
| EGT 101 | EGT 114 | |
| EGT 102 | ||
| Year 2 | Fall | |
| EGT 201 |
| EGT 101 | Technical Drawing Fundamentals (1) |
| Technical skills and drafting room practices; fundamentals of theoretical graphics; orthographic projection including sectional and auxiliary views; dimensioning. Lab. | |
| EGT 102 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting (1) |
| A first course presenting an intensive study utilizing a computer-assisted drafting and design system to obtain graphic solutions. Lab. | |
| EGT 114 | Spatial Analysis and Computer-Aided Drafting (2) |
| Spatial relations of applications in engineering technology with more advanced functionality of computer-aided drafting and design systems. Prerequisites: EGT 101, 102. | |
| EGT 201 | Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting (2) |
| Applications of principles of engineering graphics; preparation of working drawings; details, examples, and bill of material using CAD. Lab. Prerequisites: EGT 101, 102, 114. |
For more information, contact Continuing Education at 724-334-6010.