Professional drafters make ideas possible. They take a concept created by an engineer or an architect and turn it into a technical drawing so that it can be built or manufactured. This program prepares students to enter the field of commercial architecture as it relates to Structural detailing. They will learn to apply manual and CAD techniques while becoming familiar with the standards used in the commercial construction industry. They will practice modeling the building and creating sections and details along with notes and required dimensions. Considerable time will also be spent on-site planning including topography and building access.
Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring
All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.
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Tuition
At Renton Technical College, tuition is affordable and competitive.
Financial Aid
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Scholarships
The RTC Foundation offers scholarships to help pay the costs of attending school.
All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.
Entry Requirements
Admission Requirements
- Entry Advisor interview
Admission Recommendations
- High school diploma or GED
- Instructor interview
Course Information
Requirements for Certificate:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| COL 101 | College Success | 2 |
| DFT 101 | Introduction to Drafting | 3 |
| DFT 113 | Introduction to Computer Aided Design | 5 |
| DFT 115 | Structural Detailing | 3 |
| DFT 117 | Introduction to BIM Applications | 5 |
| DFT 121 | Commercial Architecture | 5 |
| DFT 122 | Working with As-Builts | 3 |
| DFT 124 | Materials in Manufacturing and Construction | 2 |
| DFT 128 | Civil Drafting | 5 |
| DFT 185 | Job Readiness | 2 |
| AMATH 175J | Technical Mathematics for Advanced Manufacturing | 5 |
| COMP 100 | Applied Composition (preferred) or | |
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition | 5 |
| Total | 45 |
Requirements for AAS Degree:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| Certificate of Completion | 45 | |
| DFT 106 | Mechanical Drafting and Design | 5 |
| DFT 154* | Software Applications for Drafting | 2 |
| DFT 201 | Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing | 2 |
| DFT 206 | Mechanical Design | 5 |
| DFT 213 | Parametric Modeling | 5 |
| DFT 215 | Emerging Design Technologies | 2 |
| DFT 295* | Engineering Design Technology Practicum | 3 |
| PYSC& 100 | General Psychology or | |
| PSYC& 200 | Lifespan Psychology or | |
| SOC& 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 5 |
| One approved general education option | 5 | |
| Approved elective option(s) (minimum 11 credits required) | 11-17 | |
| Total | 90-96 |
Approved General Education Courses:
Approved General Education classes are listed below. Students should choose options that meet their career and educational goals. Transfer credits and requests to take a class not listed below must be approved by the program Dean.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| ANTH& 106 | American Mosaic | 5 |
| BIOL& 100 | Survey of Biology | 5 |
| BIOL& 160 | General Biology | 5 |
| CMST 280 | Intercultural Communication | 5 |
| CMST& 101 | Introduction to Communication | 5 |
| GEOL& 101 | Introduction to Physical Geology | 5 |
| HUM& 101 | Introduction to Humanities | 5 |
| NUTR& 101 | Human Nutrition | 5 |
| POLS 150 | Contemporary World Issues | 5 |
| PSYC& 200 | Lifespan Psychology | 5 |
Approved Elective Courses:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| AMATH 190 | Financial Algebra | 5 |
| DFT 220 | Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems | 4 |
| DFT 296 | Engineering Design Technology Internship | 10 |
| MTEC 100 | Machining Essentials | 7 |
| MTECS 186 | Advanced SolidWorks | 3 |
| MTECS 224 | Machining Essentials | 7 |
| SURS 110 | Basic Surveying I | 4 |
| WELD 102 | Oxyacetylene Welding & Brazing | 7 |
Optional Courses:
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| DFT 294* | Engineering Design Technology Cooperative Education* | (5) |
*Students may take DFT 294 in place of DFT 154 and DFT 295.
Program Outcomes
- Utilize 2D and 3D CAD/BIM software, drawings, engineer's sketches, calculations, notes, building codes, and standards to produce civil, architectural, structural, and mechanical product information for a commercial building.
- Produce Data Packages (DP's) that achieve full product definition for mechanical assemblies and parts using drawing-based definition and model-based definition.
- Apply mechanical design principles, mathematics, materials, and manufacturing process knowledge to design a mechanical assembly along a single digital thread.
- Organize and produce geometric & non-geometric product data using spreadsheet software, windows file organization, and cloud storage organization.
- Demonstrate job readiness through work ethic, a commitment to positive human relations, diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace, and navigation of employment tasks.
- Utilize BIM applications to maintain and implement changes throughout the design process.
Accreditation
External accreditation is not applicable to this program.
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