Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

The Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General certificate (2–4 year) at San Juan College is a public institution program in Farmington, NM. This credential prepares students to create technical drawings, plans, and specifications using manual and computer-aided drafting (CAD) tools, supporting design and engineering teams across construction, manufacturing, and engineering industries.

Falling under CIP 15.1301 in the engineering technologies field, this program covers topics such as technical drawing standards, geometric dimensioning, CAD software, and design documentation. San Juan College also offers related programs including Instrumentation Technology/Technician, Industrial Technology/Technician, Computer and Information Systems Security, Make-Up Artist/Specialist, and Barbering/Barber. Students in Farmington pursuing careers in technical design and drafting will find this certificate a structured entry point into roles supporting engineers, architects, and industrial designers.