Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD

Northland Community and Technical College, a public institution in Thief River Falls, MN, offers a one- to two-year certificate in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD. This program is part of the drafting and design technology field (CIP 15.1303) and provides training in architectural drawing, computer-aided design software, and technical documentation used in construction and building design.

The college also offers a two- to four-year certificate in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD for students seeking an extended credential in the same area. Other programs at Northland include Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Carpentry, Plumbing Technology, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology. Students in this certificate program can expect hands-on work with CAD tools, architectural conventions, and drawing standards applicable to residential and commercial construction projects.