Cert in Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians

This certificate in CAD and mechanical design technology teaches computer-aided drafting, mechanical drawing and product development. It is aimed at people who want to support engineers and manufacturers by producing detailed drawings and prototypes. The program is compact and technical, including a technical mathematics course. Prairie State publishes disclosure information noting the program length, tuition and fees, and an estimate for books and supplies. Graduates can seek work as CAD technicians, mechanical designers or design technicians in manufacturing, aerospace, automotive and industrial companies, and may use the credential as groundwork for further study in engineering or design. The program page lets prospective students apply, ask for more information or schedule time with an advisor, and it names a faculty contact who can answer questions about requirements and how courses fit together.