Associate in Science

The CAD technology curriculum provides a solid foundation in mechanical drafting, printed circuit design and use of microprocessors. The CAD labs at Middlesex are equipped with powerful Pentium computers that complement the popular AutoCAD software for mechanical courses and PADS-PCB for printed circuit board design courses. Students create drawings in 2D and 3D, generate solid models and explore animation techniques, all skills that are sought in the fast growing, high-salaried field of computer aided design. Drafting techniques and microcomputer systems, database, spreadsheet and word processing are interrelated. As a result, students gain versatility in various areas of CAD, in addition to technical proficiency. Graduates of the program are qualified to pursue jobs in several CAD career fields, especially mechanical and printed circuit board design.