AA/AS in Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians

Computer Aided Design and Drafting trains students to create precise technical drawings of manufactured goods like machinery and of built structures including houses, offices and pipelines. It appeals to people who like drawing and solving problems. Short certificates can be completed first, with an associate degree available at Eastfield and Mountain View. The college estimates associate tuition at $5,940 for county residents who attend full time over two years. Most required books, software and supplies are built into that price, although some programs add further costs. Prerequisites are not counted in the estimate, and a given credential may not start at every campus every semester. Prospective students can request more information from the college, and an advisor can help match a credential to their goals and timeline.