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.
This Program is Not Available for Financial AId.
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
Ubani Ogbonnaya
Program Chair, Civil Engineering Technology
Office: C 2207
404-225-4520
ugbonnaya@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 1 term
Program Credit Hours: 11
Estimated Program Cost: $2,042
Required Courses
Occupational Courses - (11 Credits)
| DFTG 1101 | CAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| DFTG 1103 | Multiview/Basic Dimensioning | 4 |
| XXXX | Occupational 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.