AA/AS in Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians

The computer aided design and drafting associate degree at El Camino College in Torrance, California, is offered through the college's CADD program. Students move through a sequence of required and elective courses that combine classroom study with applied practice, and each pathway is mapped so that progress toward completion is easy to track. Students develop skills in mechanical drawings, three-dimensional design and modeling, structural simulation and geometric dimensioning, alongside exposure to 3D printing and virtual reality. The college also publishes a catalog entry and a program map for the credential, which help students plan their terms with a counselor. A revised curriculum began in Fall 2024, and certificates can be finished in six months to a year for those seeking a quicker credential. Prospective students can reach the department by phone or email through the contact details on the program page and can begin enrollment through the college's general application steps.