Drafting and Design Technology Programs

Herzing University prepares drafting and design graduates to work in a broad spectrum of fields including aerospace, electronics and architecture. They gain the broad array of software skills needed as well as a practical background in meeting the needs of specific industries.

Drafting and Design Technology Program Comparison Chart

Program Credits Months
Associate of Science in Drafting and Design Technology 82 20
Bachelor of Science in Technology Management With a Minor In
Drafting and Design Technology
131 36
*Average number of months for students to complete program

Associate of Science in Drafting and Design Technology

Students learn the CAD system and software skills needed to produce work that meets industry standards. The curriculum focuses on architecture, structural, HVAC and mechanical design. Students study AutoCad, geometric dimensioning and tolerance as well as 3D modeling and drafting standards. They also gain the well-rounded background provided by the required general education courses. Graduates will be prepared for an entry-level position in almost any company’s drafting or design department. Specific career opportunities may be in areas such as detailing, layout and design work for architects, consulting engineers and builders.

Potential job titles include CAD Drafters, CAD Designers, CAD Specialists, CAD Technicians, Drafting Detailers, Engineer Drafters, and Application Designers.

Bachelor of Science in Technology Management

Students who continue their studies to the bachelor level can transfer their drafting credits into this degree, which adds core business and management courses, for greater opportunities in career advancement into supervisory or management roles.

Herzing University student data for Drafting and Design Technology programs

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Drafting Employer
“Affiliated Engineers has been hiring Herzing graduates for more than a decade. The knowledge and skills that Herzing graduates posses have proven effective and beneficial to our organization.”

Aubree Osborne
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