Overview
The Virtual Design and Construction Certificate assists construction professionals who want to upgrade their skills. The certificate also prepares new students for entry-level jobs in the field of virtual and computer aided design (CAD).
Coursework includes skills in computer-aided architectural drafting, plan reading for residential and commercial buildings, and virtual design methods used in construction.
All of the certificate courses also apply to the associate’s degree program Civil Engineering Technologies-Architectural Major.
Related Programs
Civil Engineering Technology—Architectural Major (CETAO)Contacts
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Work as an entry-level draftsperson in an architectural or engineering firm
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Draftsperson
- CAD Drafter
- Building (BIM) Modeler
Graduate Employment Outlook
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of draftspersons will decrease slightly through 2032; however, more than 16,000 openings are projected each year, on average, as a result of the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire. Employment of civil engineering technicians is projected to remain steady.
$35,000 annual salary
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
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Curriculum
Effective 2024-2025 academic year
Virtual Design and Construction Certificate (VDCC)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CET 115 | Architectural Drafting and Computer Aided Design | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| MAT 124 | Applied Algebra and Geometry | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| CET 106 | Plan Reading for Construction Management | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| CET 120 | Advanced Computer Aided Design: Revit Architecture | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| CET 141 | Building Construction Methods 1: Materials and Codes | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| MAT 125 | Algebra and Trigonometry | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Semester 3 | ||||
| CET 245 | Building Information Models for Construction | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| CET 253 | Virtual Design and Construction Layout | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 18 | 22 | 27 | |