2020-2021 College Catalog

Drafters Assistant TCC

Drafters Assistant TCC (Major Code: DA31)

Program Description

All of the courses included in the Drafter's Assistant TCC program are embedded in either the Drafting Technology diploma or Degree programs. The Drafter's Assistant TCC endows students with the prospect to begin on the career pathway toward advancement in the drafting profession. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in drafting practices and software. This TCC could also serve if needed as an exit point for high school dual enrolled students needing a point of exit for employment purposes.

Career Information

Occupation

Drafters

Career Projections

The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 13.7% nationally and 14.8% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $55,924 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.

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Admission Requirements

General College Admissions Requirements

Program Contact Information

Dreem Penn

Program Coordinator, Drafting and Electrical

Academic Building C2207C

dpenn@atlantatech.edu

404-225-4520

Program Length and Cost

Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 1 term
Program Credit Hours: 11
Estimated Program Cost: $2,042

Course Outline

 

Requirements List

DFTG 1101CAD Fundamentals

4

DFTG 1103Technical Drawing I

4

XXXXOccupational Elective

3

Total Credit Hours:11

Total Credit Hours: 11

Program Outcomes

1. Graduates will be able to assist in site surveys.
2. Graduates will be able to assist maintaining documentation of drawings.
3. Graduates will be able to communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, supervisors and clients.