Machining Academy: CAD Technician

Course Description:

The CAD Technician Technical program is designed for individuals seeking entry-level employment as a Computer-Drafting Technician.

This program provides the necessary entry-level competencies for producing production-type drawings and documents required for engineering and manufacturing applications in mechanical industries. Competencies learned will include: creating mechanical drawings using CAD software, using computer skills to prepare engineering document,s and applying 3D computer-generated graphical solutions to illustrate or enhance product designs.

Begins: 08/15/2025

Ends: 12/11/2025

Class days and time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 pm-9:00 pm

4 hours Weekly Online

Total Hours: 160 Hours

In-Person and Online (Blended) Program

Credential:

Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting

Class Cost: Tuition $260.30 + books (TUITION MUST BE PAID PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS)

Click the link below to register:

https://mcdowelltechconed.com/registration.php

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Students enrolled in Machining Academy: CAD Technician Class can apply for all the scholarships available at the link below. Scholarships will be awarded based on financial need. Scholarship funds are limited so not everyone will be approved for a scholarship.

For more questions regarding scholarships please call Tabitha Buff at 828-659-0465 or tmbuff54@go.mcdowelltech.edu

Click the following link for more information on Scholarships and to apply:

https://mcdowelltech.edu/academic-degree-programs/cewd/scholarships/

McDowell Technical
Community College

54 College Drive
Marion, NC 28752

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Machining Academy: CAD Technician

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

McDowell Technical Community College

call: 828-652-6021

McDowell Technical
Community College