Study computer-aided design at JCC
The Computer-Aided Design certificate at Jamestown Community College prepares you for entry-level manufacturing positions in engineering drawing and computer-aided design. After graduation, you can immediately enter the workforce in positions like CAD operator/designer, or quality assurance personnel.
While at JCC, you’ll learn how to use industry-standard CAD-based systems like AutoCAD and SolidWorks. If you want to expand your knowledge, the CAD certificate can ladder directly into an A.A.S. degree in Mechanical Technology with a concentration in design.
2023 median pay for drafters: $62,530/year according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Where to study at JCC
- Fully available on the Jamestown Campus
- Some courses must be completed on the Jamestown Campus
Courses
CAD skills
After you complete the program, you will be able to:
- Write effective CNC programs for the machining of mechanical components.
- Use an industrially accepted CAD software package to prepare 2-D drawings and 3D solid models.