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FINANCIAL AID RATE

96%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

18

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,244

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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CAD Training

The computer aided design program at Chattanooga State Community College prepares students for careers as mechanical drafter or other areas of manufacturing such as design, engineering, and management. The program focuses on applying technical skills to create working drawings and computer simulations for a variety of applications. Program courses include: specification interpretation, dimensioning techniques, drafting circulations, material estimation, technical communications, computer applications, and interpersonal communications. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer cad training.

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Chattanooga State Community College

1646 S Russell Ave, Jefferson City, TN

College life transforms the lives of students. Truly oriented towards preparing them to be independent, knowledgeable and productive contributors to society, Chattanooga State Community College provides students with educational opportunities of diverse interests. This college is committed towards student success, not only in academics but also in life and aims to see all students in prominent job roles. Developing the potential of individual students and helping them maximize their potential is an important role that the staff of this college takes up as a task every year.

Chattanooga State community College also provides students with lots of courses to select from. You can select degree programs, honors or even online courses. One option that has drawn attention is - career programs, which are designed for those advancing in their careers. Also, if attending college physically is not feasible, students have an option to select online courses where in you can earn an education outside the traditional class room.

A powerful learning experience is when students share knowledge and engage in discussions to communicate and help educate each other. Degree express offered by Chattanooga State Community College is one such learning community. This college also offers diploma programs and certificate programs that are conducted with dedicated full time faculty.

Moreover this college provides students with ample information online - right from admission process to course selection and campus details, faculty details and much more. Choosing the right course and the right education path is just a matter of interest.

Students Enrolled in the CAD Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chattanooga State Community College offers a less than one year certificate program in cad.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male20
Female6

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic1
White23
Multiple Races1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the CAD program at Chattanooga State Community College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Architectural Drafters

Description

Prepare detailed drawings of architectural designs and plans for buildings and structures according to specifications provided by architect.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural drafters employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -3.0% from 2014 to 2024

Electronic Drafters

Description

Draw wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings used for manufacture, installation, and repair of electronic equipment.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electronic drafters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.4% from 2014 to 2024

Mechanical Drafters

Description

Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mechanical drafters employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Drafters, All Other

Description

All drafters not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, drafters, all other employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -3.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Chattanooga State Community College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Chattanooga State Community College may offer student services including:

  • Online classes
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Employment search assistance
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Chattanooga State Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Softball
  • Volleyball