North Country Career Center

CADD Arch/Mech Engineering Design

CAD Techniques: A narrative about the program.
Computer Aided Design is a lot like learning a new language without the grammar or tongue twisting. Design is the language of industry and the CAD software the tool of today's Architects and Industrial Designers. The goal of the program is the achievement and an understanding of the software and ones abilities to apply it to real world situations. Therefore, the ability to analyze a problem for the best utilization of the software will be developed along with the problem solving design phase. Computer Aided Design has value for all students because industrial development plays a major role in shaping our society and the world. A knowledge of the composition, design and applications of the basic materials, tools, products and procedures of industries is gained through guided laboratory experiences. The ability to work in a group and the proper attitude toward work is also stressed in all phases of the program. Occupational guidance experiences are important as the student is guided through exploratory design experiences. Both architectural and mechanical in nature, many of these design problems will be built working from your drawings. Project work is the motivational experience through which much of the content of the course is taught. The project itself is not the end product but only a means of instruction.

Projects
Architectural – Model building: these include topographic and building. Mechanical – Mouse trap powered vehicle CNC projects include Cams, Gears and Linkages. Samples can be provided for show only; no touching of models

For the student who is …
Interested in design; has a creative flair and the ability to analyze problems logically; good communications skills; ability to promote ones ideas passionately and eloquently; is highly organized; and, likes creating pictures using a computer.

Post High School Training.
Bachelors degree and more Associate degree On-the-job training Certificate Programs

Career opportunities
Architect; Architectural Design; Interior Design; Interior Decorator; Set Designer; Sales Representative; Lighting Designer; Space Planner; Retail Store Designer; Visual Merchandiser; Mechanical Designer; Product Designer; Engineers; GIS / Mapping; Model Builders; Rendering / Technical Illustrators.