Design what’s next.
Build the skills needed to create detailed architectural drawings and digital designs.
The Architectural CAD Certificate prepares you to use industry-standard software to develop plans, layouts and technical drawings used in construction and design.
You鈥檒l learn how to translate concepts into precise digital models, working with tools used by architects, designers and engineers. Graduates are prepared to support design and draft projects in architecture firms, construction companies and related industries.
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Embrace innovation in an Automation and Engineering Career
Demand for electro-mechanical technicians is likely to grow as demand increases for engineers to design and build new equipment in various fields.
An Architectural CAD Certificate prepares you for roles creating technical drawings and digital models used in architecture and construction.
In these roles, you鈥檒l create and edit 2D and 3D drawings, develop plans and layouts and support the design and planning of buildings and infrastructure projects.
The Architectural CAD Certificate Program at Moraine Valley is designed to be completed in about one and a half years.
The Architectural CAD Certificate Program at Moraine Valley can typically be completed in about one and a half years when attending full time. This program prepares students for careers in architecture and civil engineering as CAD specialists. Students learn to create, edit and produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings and digital models used in design and construction projects.
Potential careers in Architectural CAD
The Architectural CAD Certificate prepares you for careers creating technical drawings and digital models used in architecture, engineering and construction.
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These degree and certificates are part of the same program and allow you to explore specialized areas, with some designed for graduates looking to advance their skills.
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Faculty with real-world experience.
Your instructors don鈥檛 just teach the material; they鈥檝e worked in the field. With experience in architecture, graphic design and CAD technologies, they bring real examples and practical knowledge into every class. You鈥檒l learn what to expect and how to prepare for your first role in the field.
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| Program | Type of Credential | Curriculum Code | Department or Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 1436 | Computer Integrated Technologies |
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