Technical Design

The Technical Design program is designed to provide the student with the skills necessary to perform as an entry-level designer/draftsperson and Computer Aided Design (CAD) operator in today’s engineering and design firms around the world.

At the end of the program, successful students will be able to:

• Use computer-aided design software to create technical drawings.
• Use technical, human, and information resources to complete projects.
• Effectively use oral, written and graphic communication skills.
• Use computer technology to exchange information and develop technical drawings.
• Use systematic, problem-solving approach for project development.
• Use related interactive GIS computer software technology to meet projects.
• Perform functions of graphical design required of entry-level technical designers.

DEGREES

Associate in Technical Arts

• Technical Design (93-94 credits)

Certificate of Proficiency

• Technical Design (47-48 credits)
• Architectural Design (54 credits)
• Civil Design (58 credits)
• GIS Technology (60 credits)
• Mechanical Technology (55 credits)

Certificate of Completion

• Architectural Design (36 credits)
• Civil Design (36 credits)
• GIS Technology (43 credits)
• Mechanical Technology (34 credits)

Certificate of Recognition

• Technical Design (12 credits)
• Architectural Design (19 credits)
• Civil Design (19 credits)
• GIS Technology (19 credits)
• Mechanical Technology (19 credits)

CAREER OPTIONS

• Architect Technician
• Drafters
• Engineering Technician
• Technical Designers
• Technical Illustrator
• Surveyor’s Aide

STARTING SALARY

$2941 - $4290 month

ADVISORS:

Grant Newman

Phone: 360.475.7393

Email: gnewman@olympic.edu

Ron Raty

Phone: 360.475.7389

Email: rraty@olympic.edu

Pete Sanchez

Phone: 360.475.6552

Email: psanchez@olympic.edu

Source: 2008 Olympic College Workforce Development "Red Book"