Drafting and Design

Students in the Drafting and Design program will be immersed in a project-based curriculum that may be focused on architectural drafting, mechanical drafting, and/or civil drafting. Students receive one-on-one assistance from experienced instructors, review best practices, and focus on industry standards.

All courses are computer-use intensive and competency-based. Students develop a strong working knowledge of visual communication and the technical skills needed to create industry-standard drawings and models using professional drafting software.

Upon completion, students are prepared for entry-level employment in drafting and design fields and/or continuing their education in related disciplines.

Objectives

• Develop a general knowledge of the drafting and design industries.
• Define terminology and processes related to drafting and design.
• Demonstrate correct sketching techniques.
• Use visual communication to convey design ideas.
• Interpret and prepare industry-standard documents.
• Create accurate 2D and 3D models using state-of-the-industry software.
• Develop drawings that align with industry conventions and standards.
• Practice redlining and iterating designs.
• Create physical models.

Syllabi

Providing course syllabi promotes openness and transparency in course expectations and supports a clear, accessible learning environment for all students.

View Drafting Department course syllabi (opens in a new tab)

Program Courses

1. 1

   About Your Program

   Bridgerland Technical College is open year-round. Most programs are open-entry, which means you can start at the beginning of each month as long as space is available.

   Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions about your program. You can also check available start dates.

   Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor

   Not ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.

2. 2

   Admissions

   Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent.

   Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application (opens in a new tab)
3. 3

   Programmatic Requirements

   Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements (if applicable) via email. If you do not receive this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.

   Complete Introduction to Drafting and Design (DRFT0995) with a B- or better. This 30-hour class introduces students to the fundamentals of the drafting and design industry, including basic drafting terms, multi-view drawings, basic blueprint reading, and AutoCAD terms and commands.

   If you attended BTECH as a high school student, you may be able to waive the preadmission course with your grades. Contact a Student Success Advisor for more information.

   Sign up for Introduction to Digital Design (MDSN0995)
4. 4

   Enrollment and Registration

   Once programmatic requirements are completed, meet with a Student Services Representative to finalize enrollment. You will declare your start date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.

   The first month’s payment or completed Financial Aid is required at enrollment. No appointment is necessary.

   Questions? Call (435) 753-6780, email studentservices@btech.edu, or visit Student Services at the Logan Campus.

5. 5

   Financial Aid

   Bridgerland Technical College offers a variety of financial aid options for students who qualify.

   Bridgerland Technical College does not participate in, or endorse, any student loan programs.