Civil Drafting Certificate is a Certificate program offered by Dallas College in Dallas, TX. Tuition is $1,782 total.
Program Overview
It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn a Civil Drafting Certificate. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements .
This certificate program prepares a student to become certified as an entry-level CADD operator specializing in civil drafting and design. Jobs performed would include the proficient use of the AutoCAD and Civil 3D software to create drawings necessary for civil engineering and/or surveying projects in addition to identifying terms used in civil design. Courses that complete this certificate and the Civil Drafting Occupational Skills Award (COS) are noted below.
Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
After reviewing your program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Civil Drafting Certificate and Civil Drafting Occupational Skills Award.
Curriculum
Dallas College publishes a semester-by-semester pathway for this credential totalling 18 semester credit hours across 6 courses, listed below. The pathway is an example sequence, not a contract; the official requirements are in the college catalog.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Admission Requirements and Process
Credential type: Level 1 Certificate.
Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide