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Engineering CAD Technology

  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
  • 67 credits
  • 2 Years
  • Delivery Method: On-Campus

Why Study Engineering CAD Technology at LSC?

Build a robot! Take the engineering CAD technology AAS degree for a solid understanding of CAD (computer-aided design). Build a robot as course work and compete in Lake Superior College’s Robot Wars! Along the way, you’ll learn about CAD and how it applies to engineering and manufacturing. We’ll teach you CAD 2D and 3D software programs and provide hands-on machine shop and welding experiences. As a CAD student, you’ll learn how to take a design from concept to initial design to prototype, to final product. Many CAD students find employment even before completing their program. They finish their second year of schooling while getting paid for the skills they previously learned.

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Career Information

Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the MN Dept of Employment & Economic Development, and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to gather valuable career information such as wage reports, career outlook, job prospects, industry trends, and career opportunities. These tools are available to help empower students to make informed decisions about their educational and professional paths.

Below you will find the Career Field and Career Cluster that this program is related to. Learn more about if this career area fits your interests!

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Technology Engineering, Manufacturing, and Technology

Is Manufacturing right for you?

Manufacturing workers work with products and equipment. You might design a new product, decide how the product will be made, or make the product. You might work on cars, computers, appliances, airplanes, or electronic devices.

Plan Your Education

The Engineering CAD Technology Program Guide is a tool to help you map out how to successfully get your degree at Lake Superior College.

View approximate total tuition and fees for MN residents to complete this degree.

This program may be completed in 2 years if prerequisites are complete.

Educational Pathways

Plan early to transfer to a 4-year college. Consult with an advisor.

Employment Opportunities

  • CAD Designer
  • CAD Technician
  • CAD Drafter
  • Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, Architectural and/or Engineering
    • CAD Technician
    • CAD Designer

Skills and Knowledge

  • AutoCAD
  • SOLIDWORKS
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Electrical/electronic drawings
  • Industrial piping layouts
  • Fluid power drawings
  • Jig and fixture design
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