Architectural AutoCAD

This award is not eligible for Financial Aid

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Architectural AutoCAD is designed to provide the foundation for the technical skills required for an entry-level position as a Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) operator in Architectural or Interior Design offices or related fields. Students develop two-dimensional (2D) drawings utilizing industry standard CAD software and learn presentation methods and construction documentation conventions. The CCL can also be incorporated into the Architectural Technology AAS and CCL pathways as well as pathways in the Interior Design program.

Details

Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Architectural AutoCAD (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5315N
Total credits required
6
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

What You'll Learn
  • Apply current standards in dimensioning, symbology, linetypes, lineweights, drawing notes for working drawings, design related drawings to read, interpret, and produce construction documents and portfolio-quality working drawings.
  • Use the latest 2D parametric modeling CAD software to develop technical drawings in a manner that is efficient and compliant with standard industry practices.
  • Apply construction industry codes and standards.
  • Produce multi-view layouts, sections, details, working drawings, and building components schedules.
  • Communicate with others in verbal and in written form to collaboratively solve complex problems within the discipline.
Career Statistics

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
$91,640
Architectural and Civil Drafters
$60,080
Interior Designers
$56,130

There are additional career opportunities associated with this certificate that do not have occupational data available for Arizona at this time. These occupations are listed below:

  • Drafters, All Other

* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
ARC/INT111 Architectural Computer Aided Design I: Introduction 3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
ARC/INT112 Architectural Computer Aided Design II: Plans and Elevations 3
Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm?id=16454270).

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.