Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Computer-Aided Design Specialist

Career Studies Certificate
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

This program is included in: G3

The rapidly evolving field of computer technology has had a dramatic impact on the architectural/engineering professions. The Computer-Aided Design Specialist Career Studies Certificate was created to meet the contemporary graphic needs of architectural and industrial design firms. This program provides the student with thorough training in two- and three-dimensional computer graphics, including studies in visualization and animation.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree Drafting intensive using a computer. Student must be suitable to sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Degree progress can be obtained by starting DRF-231 in the Summer prior to the Fall semester. Hermitage High School has a dual enrollment opportunity that would enable students to complete 4 of the seven courses prior to graduating from high school.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and J Sargeant Reynolds Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses ITE-115 is an acceptable alternative to CSC-155
Doing More With Your Degree Students can obtain employment in a design office or subcontractor's office. Some examples include: Architectural firms, Engineering firms, Construction offices like a home builder developing plans, Subcontractors doing Fire System design, Electrical design, Swimming Poll layouts, producing fabrication drawings for reinforcing steel, structural steel, special ceilings layouts, bleacher layouts and any number of activities that support the construction process.
Program Successes & Highlights Students will be able to sit for the AutoCAD and Revit Certified User Certificate and potentially obtain Professional User Certificates in those two software programs. There are many opportunities in this field to make meaningful contributions to the built environment.
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Computer-Aided Design Specialist
21
Career Studies Certificate in Computer-Aided Design Specialist
21
Course Grad Req 221-729-01
21
Computer-Aided Design CSC
21
ITE 152
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DRF 231
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DRF 232
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
DRF 238
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
General Education Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ARC 221
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ARC 222
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Not Required
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning Prior learning is considered
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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Number of Transfer Students
916
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100% of students who have earned an American high school diploma or completed a GED or equivalency.
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? https://issuu.com/reynoldscommunitycollege/docs/digital_hs_recruitment_packet?fr=sZmMwOTQ3OTA5NA
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Not Required
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
17-3011.00Architectural and Civil DraftersPrepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3022.00Civil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansApply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3029.00Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherAll engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3029.01Non-Destructive Testing SpecialistsTest the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3029.08Photonics TechniciansBuild, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 21 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Computer-Aided Design Specialist at J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $3,423 $0 $3,423
Fees
Additional Fees $0 Per Semester $0 0 $0 Additional fees per semester of $8.50 for In-State and $32.00 for Out-of-State students.
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.