Computer-Aided Drafting Engineering Technology, Advanced Certificate

College(s):

Richard J. Daley

Program Code: 0456

Program Requirements

Required Program Core
340MFGT 105Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing I3
340MFGT 106Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing II3
340MFGT 107Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing III3
340MFGT 108Robotics I3
340MFGT 109Introduction to Manual Machining3
340MFGT 110CNC I Operations3
340MFGT 153Welding I GMAW3
or 340MFGT 195 Manual Machining II
340MFGT 170CAD I3
340MFGT 171Automated Metrology-Quality Assurance3
340MFGT 270CAD II Detailing3
Total Hours30

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Computer-Aided Drafting Engineering Technology. This does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn Basic Certificates (BC) in Manufacturing Technology and CNC Technology and an Advanced Certificate (AC) in Computer-Aided Drafting Engineering Technology. 

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
340MFGT 105 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing I 3
340MFGT 106 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing II 3
340MFGT 107 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing III 3
340MFGT 108 Robotics I 3
340MFGT 110 CNC I Operations 3
 Hours15
Semester 2
340MFGT 109 Introduction to Manual Machining 3
340MFGT 153
or 340MFGT 195
 Welding I GMAW
or Manual Machining II
 3
340MFGT 170 CAD I 3
340MFGT 171 Automated Metrology-Quality Assurance 3
 Hours12
Semester 3
340MFGT 270 CAD II Detailing 3
 Hours3
 Total Hours30

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Job Description

Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$46,104
Median 50th Percentile$70,381
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$98,160

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$22
Median 50th Percentile$34
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$47

Annual Job Openings

47 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less7.80%
A certificate32.84%
Some college8.76%
An Associate degree14.09%
A Bachelor's degree36.52%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

36.52% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Job Description

Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$43,665
Median 50th Percentile$59,260
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$94,948

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$21
Median 50th Percentile$28
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$46

Annual Job Openings

81 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less21.64%
A certificate1.25%
Some college36.92%
An Associate degree25.54%
A Bachelor's degree14.65%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

14.65% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Electrical and Electronics Drafters

Job Description

Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$43,253
Median 50th Percentile$64,957
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$105,599

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$21
Median 50th Percentile$31
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$51

Annual Job Openings

15 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less6.10%
A certificate21.07%
Some college6.74%
An Associate degree23.56%
A Bachelor's degree40.08%
A Master's or Professional degree2.46%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

42.54% continue their education beyond an associate degree