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Associate of Applied Science
Laurel Ridge Community College
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Associate of Applied Science Degree in General Engineering: Compupter-Aided Drafting
Associate of Applied ScienceAssociate of Applied Science Degree in General Engineering: Compupter-Aided Drafting
Laurel Ridge Community College
Provides a thorough preparation in drafting, emphasizing the use of computers and, particularly, computer-aided design and drafting. Upon completion of this program occupational objectives include CAD operator, CAD technician, drafting technician, engineer’s aid, or other related positions.
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | Degree provides a thorough preparation in drafting, emphasizing the use of computers and, in particular, computer-aided design and drafting. Upon completion of this program occupational objectives include CAD operator, CAD technician, drafting technician, engineer's aid or other related positions. |
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | This program is G3 eligible. IN-DEMAND credentials and education programs that are eligible for more funding than ever before through the G3 Scholarship. |
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Students transferring to Laurel Ridge with an Associate Degree or higher already completed will be able to transfer in applicable credits to their degree and will have SDV 100 waived. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Laurel Ridge does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree while in high school or after high school graduation. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | https://laurelridge.edu/credit-for-prior-learning/ |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market. We offer many courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. Our student life team offers many ways for students to get involved including clubs, activities, and volunteer opportunities. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | The catalog year in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into their curriculum at Laurel Ridge. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog placement is tied to semester start selected in the application. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | https://laurelridge.edu/transfer/ |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this
program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your
current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can
complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program
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If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.
If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Arch and Engin Tech--Building Construction Management Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Design Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Engineering Technology, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Engineering Technology: Data Center Operations Specialization, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in General Engineering Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology Degree | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology with a Major in Civil Engineering Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology with a Major in Electronics Engineering Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Scienc - Engineering Technology with a Major in Industrial Engineering Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Engineering Technology with a Major in Mechanical Engineering Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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| 17-3021.00 | Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | Operate, install, adjust, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3022.00 | Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3023.00 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3024.00 | Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3024.01 | Robotics Technicians | Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
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