A.S. in Design and Engineering Drawing Technology
The Design and Engineering Drawing Technology Major concentrates on visualizing architecture, engineering, drafting, entertainment, animation and computer-generated imagery (CGI). It is a creative, technical practice and discipline with a balance of a design and technical courses providing students with a diverse foundation of knowledge in the fields above. Emphasis is on proper and efficient methods of engineering drawing, digital production, sketching, story boarding, 3D digital models, animations and multifaceted presentations.
This degree prepares the student for entry level opportunities as a CAD (computer-aided design) / design person or animation modeler.
Formerly known as "Design and Drafting Technology" or "Drafting and Design Technology."
A.S. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
- Describe effective engineering drawing, computer-generated imagery (CGI) and visualization techniques including graphic communication of design and technical drawings, orientation of design and technical drawings, and the decision making process for design and technical drawings.
- Demonstrate the ability to use technology to prepare engineering drawing, architectural, computer-generated imagery (CGI), computer-aided drawings (CAD), and multimedia presentations. Estimate time, material, labor and equipment required for this expertise.
- Demonstrate planning techniques and administration of engineering drawing, architectural, computer-generated imagery (CGI) and document control for design and technical working drawings.
This degree requires meeting the Citrus College General Education and proficiency requirements combined with successful completion (grades of "C" and above) of the following major requirements:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| ARCH 100 | Introduction to Architecture and Environmental Design Foundations | 3 |
| ARCH 102 | Visual Communication | 2.5 |
| or DRAF 102 | Visual Communication | |
| ARCH 200 | Portfolio Preparation | 3 |
| DRAF 160 | Foundation Digital Design Tools - Intermediate Computer Aided Design (CAD) | 3 |
| DRAF 161 | Advanced Computer Aided Design (CAD and Design Tools) | 3 |
| DRAF 190 | Advanced Digital Design Tools | 3 |
| DRAF 290 | Introduction to Maya Practices | 3 |
| Total Units | 20.5 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Note: Co-requisite MATH course (2 units) and/or substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 100 | Introduction to Architecture and Environmental Design Foundations | 3 |
| DRAF 101 | Beginning Computer Aided Design (CAD) | 3 |
| ARCH 110 | Introduction to Design Fundamentals and Communication | 4 |
| MATH 144 |
Technical Mathematics or Introductory Statistics or Introductory Statistics - Honors or Pre-Calculus or Calculus for Business and Social Sciences |
4 |
| Units | 14 | |
| Winter Term 1 | ||
| ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H |
Reading and Composition or Reading and Composition - Honors |
4 |
| Units | 4 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| ARCH 111 | Foundation Design | 4 |
| DRAF 161 | Advanced Computer Aided Design (CAD and Design Tools) | 3 |
| SPCH 103 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 |
| ARCH 102 or DRAF 102 |
Visual Communication or Visual Communication |
2.5 |
| Units | 12.5 | |
| Summer Term 1 | ||
| PHYS 110 |
Physics in Everyday Life or Physics in Everyday Life - Honors or College Physics A or College Physics A - Honors |
4 |
| Units | 4 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| DRAF 160 | Foundation Digital Design Tools - Intermediate Computer Aided Design (CAD) | 3 |
| ARCH 250 | History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism | 3 |
| ARCH 200 | Portfolio Preparation | 3 |
| DRAF 190 | Advanced Digital Design Tools | 3 |
| Units | 12 | |
| Winter Term 2 | ||
| HIST 107 |
History of the United States before 1877 or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors or History of the United States since 1877 or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors or History of Women in the United States |
3 |
| Units | 3 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| DRAF 290 | Introduction to Maya Practices | 3 |
| ARCH 251 | History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day | 3 |
| KIN 170 |
Fitness for Life or Health and Wellness in Society or Health and Wellness - Honors or Introduction to Nutrition |
3 |
| ETHN 101 or ETHN 116 |
Introduction to Ethnic Studies or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies |
3 |
| Units | 12 | |
| Total Units | 61.5 | |
Note: Course selections may affect total unit value.
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.