Architectural and Engineering Drawing Technology Diploma
DT12 - 202612
Program Description
The Drafting Technology diploma program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the drafting field, such as drafter, CAD operator, or Civil Tech based on the specialization area a student chooses to complete. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or retrain in drafting practices and software.
Program Specific Information
Students are accepted each semester based on space and course availability
Program Length and Availability
3 Semesters
Campus Availability: Hall
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for the Pell Grant and may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.
Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.
Admissions Requirements
Must be 16 years of age.
High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission. (Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)
Request official ACCUPLACER, SAT, or ACT test scores be sent to the Admissions Office or refer to our Admissions Assessment Procedure found here for more options: Admissions Testing – Lanier Technical College.
Curriculum
Basic Skills – Total of 8 Hours
Program-Specific Core – Total of 11 Hours
Choose a Specialization – Total of 27 Hours
Mechanical Drafting Specialization
Mechanical Drafting Electives – Choose 3 Hours
Architectural Drafting Specialization
Architectural Drafting Electives – Choose 3 Hours
Total Credit Hours: 46
Graduation requirement includes completion of a total of 46 hours in the above areas.
Graduation Plan -Diploma in Drafting Technology (Mechanical Specialization)
Note: For a list of which courses are part of the elective area, please see the Curriculum tab for this program.
Semester One
ENGL 1010 - Pre-Req: Test Scores – See Advisor
Semester Two
MATH 1012 - Pre-Req: Test Scores – See Advisor
Semester Three
Apply for Graduation
Choose One:
| DFTG 1015 | Practical Mathematics for Architectural and Engineering Drawing | 3 |
| Or | |
| MCHT 1013 | Machine Tool Math | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Total Credit Hours: 46
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.
Graduation Plan - Diploma in Drafting Technology (Architectural Specialization)
Note: For a list of which courses are part of the elective area, please see the Curriculum tab for this program.
Semester One
ENGL 1010 - Pre-Req: Test Scores – See Advisor
Semester Two
MATH 1012 - Pre-Req: Test Scores – See Advisor
Semester Three
Apply for Graduation
| EMPL 1000 | Interpers Relations/Prof Dev | 2 |
| DFTG 1133 | Commercial Drawing I | 4 |
| DFTG 1131 | Residential Drawing II | 4 |
| Architectural Drafting Elective | 3 |
Choose One:
| DFTG 1015 | Practical Mathematics for Architectural and Engineering Drawing | 3 |
| Or | |
| MCHT 1013 | Machine Tool Math | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Total Credit Hours: 46
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.