Drafting Technician
Technical Diploma
26 Credits | 1 Year
Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, Superior
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Career Cluster: Architecture & Construction
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As a Drafting Technician, you’ll play a key role in bringing the visions of homeowners and engineers to life. In this career, you’ll use advanced software to convert creative designs into precise technical drawings that will guide the construction of buildings, products, and systems. Your work will be a crucial part of the process, ensuring that projects are built to the highest standards. If you’re eager to explore the world of design, technology, and innovation, this career can set you on an exciting path!
Program Overview
The Drafting Technician program prepares you for a dynamic career in the engineering, architectural, construction, and manufacturing industries. As a student, you will learn how to create precise working and technical drawings from rough sketches or start-from-scratch designs. Key skills you'll develop include the ability to visualize forms and shapes from documents and sketches, apply technical knowledge to your work, and maintain a sharp attention to detail. Additionally, you'll gain experience in the latest versions of industry-standard software, like AutoCAD and Revit, ensuring you're ready for success in the fast-paced world of design and construction.
Program Outcomes
Drafting Technician graduates will be able to:
- Develop construction documents
- Examine basic construction materials and systems
- Use computer-aided drafting and architectural related software
- Utilize office practices and standards
- Utilize the Enrolled Wisconsin Commercial Building Code incorporating the International Building Code (IBC)
Technical Standards
In this program, students should be able to meet specific technical standards, which are the essential skills and abilities needed to be successful in a program, with or without reasonable accommodation. It is important to review and understand these standards before applying to the program.
Get hands-on experience working with software and technology that is currently used in the industry.
Learn by doing.
Use current technology.
Great starting salary potential.
Academics
The coursework for this program is relevant and current. All classes are taught by individuals experienced in the field in a variety of areas.
Career Pathways
As a Drafting Technician student at Northwood Tech, you can continue your education to build upon your credentials by working to earn the Architectural Commercial Design associate degree.
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Required Courses
The courses in the Drafting Technician program are designed to incrementally increase your knowledge in construction, CAD/BIM and building systems with a hands-on approach.
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Drafting Technician is Part of a Career Pathway
As a Drafting Technician student at Northwood Tech, you can earn credentials each step of the way!
You could take this first and get a credential.
Continue your education to earn an associate degree.
Earn a bachelor's degree through Northwood Tech's transfer opportunities.
Admissions and Tuition
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Tuition and Fees
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Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to help you pay for your education. It can come in the form of grants, loans, federal work-study, military and veterans benefits, division of vocational rehabilitation benefits, and scholarships.
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Cost of Attendance
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of the costs that you may incur while attending Northwood Technical College.
Estimated Total Program Tuition 2024-25*
Drafting Technician
26 Credits | 1 Year
$4,301
*Tuition is an estimate and does not include any miscellaneous fees for various courses, tools, books, supplies or uniforms. Program book costs are in addition to tuition and fees and vary depending on course selection and where the books are purchased or rented.
Laptops with architectural software are available to student use while in the Architectural Commercial Design program.
After the Northwood Tech Drafting Technician Program
Upon completion of the program, you will earn a Drafting Technician technical diploma. Continue your education in the Architectural Commercial Design associate degree program.
Transfer Center
Transfer your Northwood Tech credits to a four-year college to earn your bachelor's degree and beyond.
Career Outlooks
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