Automotive

Design your own building or product using state-of-the-art computer-based drafting and design tools. Learn how to use commands, capabilities and procedures to produce a professional, industry-standard drawing. After a general introduction to computer-aided design and drafting, you will choose one of two self- aced tracks, Architectural/Civil drafting or Mechanical/Electrical drafting. In Architectural/Civil Drafting, you will create floor plans, elevations, and section views from your own designs and learn how to create all the plans required for a building permit. In Mechanical/Electrical Drafting, you will create mechanical assembly designs of your own products and learn basic geometric tolerance, fits, manufacturing processes, and electrical drafting. You will also use computer controlled machines to make products. Prerequisite:NTC Director’s office approval of your application Note : Students enrolled in this potential Running Start course may earn college credit and contract for weighted GPA credit, see page 11 for details.

Enhance your understanding of state-of-the art computer-based drafting and design tools. By continuing self-paced tracks in either Architectural/Civil drafting or Mechanical/Electrical drafting, you will sharpen you skills and expand your knowledge of computer-aided drafting and design In Architectural/Civil Drafting, you will explore residential, commercial and civil drafting and work in groups to complete a design requirement and generate professional- grade plans. In Mechanical/Electrical Drafting, you will design mechanical and electrical systems and work in groups to complete a design requirement and generate professional- grade plans. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CADD 1 Note: Enrollment requires approval of the NTC Director's office and instructor. Students enrolled in this potential Running Start course may earn college credit and contract for weighted GPA credit, see page 11 for details.