Computer Aided Drafting - Interior Design, Certificate - Academic Plan

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Total Credits = 20

The Computer Aided Drafting Certificate prepares students for advanced levels of Computer Aided Design (CAD) within industry, utilizing the latest hardware and software releases. The certificate may be completed within one year. This certificate prepares students to perform 2D and 3D design within CAD and other CAD-related software.

Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Recommendations

Where requirements are listed as course categories (e.g. Electives, Arts/Humanities) rather than as specific courses, please note that depending upon course choice, prerequisites may be required.

*Grade C or better required

Required Course	Prerequisite, Corequisite, or Recommendation
IND 2200 - Drafting for Interiors	Required: Attend an Interior Design Orientation
CAD 2210 - Advanced Sketchup	Prerequisite: CAD 1110 - SketchUp
CAD 2221 - Advanced Revit Architecture	Prerequisite: CAD 2220 - Revit® Architecture

Recommended Course Sequence

Semester 1: Fall

IND 2200 - Drafting for Interiors 4 Credits
CAD 1110 - SketchUp 3 Credits
MGD 1011 - Adobe Photoshop I 3 Credits

Semester 2: Spring

CAD 1105 - AutoCAD for Interiors 4 Credits
CAD 2220 - Revit® Architecture 3 Credits

Semester 3: Summer

Elective (Choose 1)

CAD 2210 - Advanced Sketchup 3 Credits
CAD 2221 - Advanced Revit Architecture 3 Credits

Notes

Course availability is subject to change.
All courses are available to take online at least once per academic school year.
ACC’s CAD Program suggests using a Windows computer for all drafting software. Prior to beginning the CAD Certificate Program, students should be able to easily navigate through a computer’s file manager, navigate new software, and use the internet.
Consult with the Interior Design Program Chair for advising and/or course substitutions.
Refer to 2024/2025 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this certificate.