Cert in Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians

The computer aided design program at Southwestern Illinois College teaches students to produce the detailed technical drawings that turn engineers' and architects' concepts into finished buildings, vehicles and roads. Students may work toward a certificate, an applied science degree, or both. The college reports that it holds a certification from the American Design Drafting Association that no other school in the state or the St. Louis region has for teaching CAD. This signals to employers that the curriculum meets standards set by an international body for drafters and designers. Coursework prepares students for the Certified Drafter exam, a national credential that strengthens a professional profile. Instructors are experienced practitioners in the field. Students interested in drafting careers can explore the certificate first and continue to the degree later.