2012 Renton Technical College
Program Options • Certificate of Completion • Associate of Applied Science Degree
Prepare yourself for a new career as a drafter/designer in Industrial and architectural companies. The Engineering Design Technology program covers mechanical and architectural drafting and design. The mechanical portion covers standards from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Students train in mechanical drafting, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, flat pattern development and pictorial drawings. The architectural portion covers floor plans, sections, and site plans for residential and commercial construction using American Institute of Architects (AIA) standards. By completing an additional 20 credits of General Education classes, you can earn your AAS degree. Program Length 4 quarters (1260 hours/77 credits) Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm
“I’ve been hired as a CAD Tech even though I am not quite done with the program. My employer recognized the skills I’ve learned at RTC and feels RTC students have great skills.” —Robert Rivera, student, Engineering Design Technology program
What we are about: This program is designed to provide entry-level skills for students seeking employment in the drafting and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) occupation as a Mechanical, Architectural CAD Technician. Throughout the year, students receive substantial training in the areas mentioned above. Other areas of training include applications of standards used in aircraft and aerospace manufacturing as well as ANSI, ISO, and ASME standards. Ample time is devoted to ―hands on‖ instruction throughout the program. Students learn to produce shop-ready drawings from models of tools and fixtures actually used in the industry. Renton Technical College is one of the selected few Autodesk Authorized Training Centers in the State of Washington and our curriculum is certified by the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA)
Enrollment Entry point is Fall Quarter only, or with instructor permission.
Graduates of this program have been hired by PACCAR The Boeing Company Mulvanny G2 Architects GeoDatum, Inc
To learn more about the Engineering Design Technology program, contact the instructor Mike Biell (425) 235-2309 mbiell@RTC.edu
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