C2021 – 2022
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Computer-Aided Design Technical Certificate 
Career Cluster:	Architecture and Construction

CCC	
CIP Number	0615130204	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	14 Credit Hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	17-3011 – Architectural and Civil Drafters	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as architectural, civil, surveying, structural, and/or mechanical CAD/CAM draftspersons, plans examiners, design drafters, and for further career advancement in the design, construction and manufacturing industries.

This certificate program is part of the Computer-Aided Drafting and Design AS degree program, CIP 1615130202 (formerly AS Drafting and Design Technology-1615130102).

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers courses that provides technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the architecture, construction, civil, surveying, structural and mechanical drafting industry. Program content prepares students to create detailed drawings for builders and manufacturers to construct and produce products.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Apply fundamental drafting skills.
02.0	Prepare Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) drawings.
03.0	Apply technical mathematics.
04.0	Prepare architectural engineering and construction (AEC) drawings. (Optional)
05.0	Prepare civil engineering drawings. (Optional)
06.0	Prepare mechanical drawings. (Optional)

2021 – 2022
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Computer-Aided Design Technical Certificate
CIP Number:		0615130204
Program Length:	14 Credit Hours
SOC Code(s):		17-3011

This certificate program is part of the Computer-Aided Drafting and Design AS degree program (1615130202).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Apply fundamental drafting skills--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Operate drafting instruments.	
01.02	Perform lettering techniques.	
01.03	Prepare multi‑view drawings.	
01.04	Prepare section and detail drawings.	
01.05	Prepare supplemental auxiliary views.	
01.06	Prepare dimension drawings.	
01.07	Prepare pictorial drawings (e.g. isometric, perspectives, etc.).	
01.08	Prepare sketches and/or renderings.	
01.09	Prepare title blocks, borders, general notes, symbols, abbreviations, and legends.	
01.10	Compile a portfolio of drawings and/or other works.	
02.0	Prepare Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) drawings--The student will a able to:	
02.01	Utilize a graphical user interface.	
02.02	Perform standard drafting procedures.	
02.03	Operate peripheral equipment, such as printers, plotters, scanners, etc.	
02.04	Apply CAD drawing standards as established and updated by the industry.	
02.05	Construct various geometric figures of lines and shapes.	
02.06	Create and edit text using appropriate style and size to annotate drawings.	
02.07	Use and control accuracy-enhancement tools for entity-positioning methods, such as snap, XYZ and coordinate systems.	
02.08	Identify, create, store, and use standard part symbols and libraries.	
02.09	Use editing commands to modify objects.	
02.10	Control entity properties by layer (i.e. color, line type and line weight).	
02.11	Use viewing commands to perform zooming and panning.	
02.12	Plot drawings on media using layout and scale.	
02.13	Use query commands to access the database for entity characteristics, distance, area and status.	
02.14	Apply standard dimensioning rules.	
02.15	Export CAD drawings to web format.	
02.16	Demonstrate an understanding of point sources in 3-D.	
02.17	Apply Computer-Aided Modeling.	
02.18	Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of Building Information Modeling (BIM).	
02.19	Apply specialized CAD functions, such as 3-Dimensional (3D) modeling, CAD rendering, CNC milling, etc. (Optional)	
03.0	Apply technical mathematics--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Solve arithmetic problems.	
03.02	Solve algebra problems.	
03.03	Solve geometry problems.	
03.04	Solve trigonometry problems. (Optional)	
03.05	Solve surveying problems. (Optional)	
04.0	Prepare architectural, engineering and construction (AEC) drawings (Optional)--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Prepare floor plan drawings.	
04.02	Prepare foundation plan.	
04.03	Prepare elevation drawings.	
04.04	Prepare schedules.	
04.05	Prepare sections and detail drawings.	
04.06	Build architectural models.	
04.07	Prepare plot and site plan drawings.	
04.08	Create basic structural drawings and detailing conventions.	
04.09	Demonstrate an understanding of construction materials, methods and techniques.	
04.10	Develop a virtual building model using BIM software.	
04.11	Prepare drawing sheets from a BIM model.	
04.12	Prepare landscape layouts. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.13	Prepare wood roof framing plan. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.14	Prepare stairway drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.15	Prepare fireplace drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.16	Prepare plumbing fixture layout drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.17	Prepare Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) equipment layout drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.18	Prepare residential electrical plan drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.19	Prepare perspective and isometric drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
04.20	Develop a computational design algorithm. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
05.0	Prepare civil engineering drawings (Optional)--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Apply drafting techniques.	
05.02	Apply surveying fundamentals.	
05.03	Demonstrate an understanding of and apply mapping scales.	
05.04	Read and interpret legal descriptions and plot plans.	
05.05	Read, interpret and draw contour lines.	
05.06	Draw roadway and/or street layouts.	
06.0	Prepare mechanical drawings (Optional)--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Prepare fastener drawings.	
06.02	Prepare assembly drawings.	
06.03	Prepare detail and section drawings.	
06.04	Prepare technical drawings.	
06.05	Prepare spring drawings.	
06.06	Prepare casting drawings.	
06.07	Prepare computer-aided drawings.	
06.08	Prepare material specifications and parts list.	
06.09	Identify geometric tolerances and dimensioning of specific machined surfaces.	
06.10	Prepare cam drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.11	Prepare gear drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.12	Prepare welding drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.13	Prepare bearing drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.14	Prepare forging drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.15	Prepare tool drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.16	Prepare molding diagrams. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.17	Prepare stamping drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	
06.18	Prepare numerical-control drawings. (Optional, if standard is taught)	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml