Drafting and Design Technology

Program Locations: Grand Island Campus, Hastings Campus
Program Level: Certificate, Diploma, Associate
Department: Skilled and Technical Sciences

Our Drafting and Design Technology program will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need for a successful career in the drafting field. You’ll acquire the ability to prepare clear, complete and accurate plans and detailed drawings for use in the building industry and manufacturing. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from one of three specializations: architectural design, manufacturing drafting and design, and structural detailing and design. Not only will you learn the fundamentals in our program, but also how to apply problem-solving skills.

Construction Management Transfer Program:

Our Drafting and Design Technology program also offers the option of transferring to the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Construction Management program. By choosing this option, you’ll attain an associate of science degree from CCC. Coursework at UNK will prepare you with the knowledge and skills necessary to organize, lead and manage people, materials and construction processes. Graduates will assist architects, structural engineers and construction professionals in project management, scheduling and inspections of construction projects.

Transfer Agreement

Program Options

Associate of Applied Science

Diploma

Certificate

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What will it cost?

At 2022-23 tuition and fee rates, completing the 60 credits required for the Drafting and Design Technology degree costs:

Nebraska residents - $6,600

Non-residents - $9,420

These costs are for tuition and fees only for the program of study as listed in the CCC online catalog. It does not include the cost of foundations courses, retaking courses or taking courses in addition to those required for the degree. It does not include the cost of books, supplies, tools, computers or other items that may be required.

2022-23 Tuition and Fees (cost per credit) Tuition Fees Total
Nebraska resident $94 $16 $110
Non-resident $141 $16 $157

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How long will it take?

Finish in 2 years by completing 15 credits a semester for 4 semesters

The length of time to complete a program is based on a student taking only the courses required for the program as listed in our online catalog. It does not include the cost of foundations courses that may be required based on assessment scores, retaking courses or taking courses that are not required by your program of study.

Your adviser will develop a plan of study to meet your personal needs.

What careers can I have?

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