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- School Code: 378000
- Phone: (360) 532-9020
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47%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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CAD Training
The computer aided design program at Green River 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 Washington colleges that offer cad training.
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Green River Community College (GRC)
1620 Edward P Smith Drive, Aberdeen, WA
Green River Community College, whose main campus is located in Auburn, Washington, has several campuses located across the surrounding communities of Kent, and Enumclaw.
GRCC offers lots of interesting extra-curricular activities for its students. Not only is there an active student government, but also a two student run-radio stations, a theater, many on-campus concerts and entertainment, and an art gallery.
While GRCC offers lots of transferable 2-year degrees, they also offer extensive amounts of career training and technical programs to help augment already existing careers. GRCC is fully accredited and is partnered with state universities to ensure the transfer of any completed two-year degrees.
Athletics are also a big part of Green River Community College. GRCC offers men’s basketball, baseball, cross country, golf, and track & field. They also offer women’s basketball, cross country, fast pitch softball, golf, soccer, volleyball, track & field. In addition to many sports teams, the Green River Community College Gators also offers cheerleading.
The cost to attend Green River Community College is $107.00 per credit hour for in-state students. Out-of-state residents can attend Green River Community College for $120.00 per credit hour. GRCC also accepts international students at a rate of $279.00 per credit hour.
Applications for Green River Community College can be completed online or in-person. GRCC offers a flexible payment plan for students who may need to make tuition payments. Tuition in full can be paid online or in-person on any GRCC campus.
If you are interested in applying at Green River Community college, or if you want to learn more about this school, click here to access the GRCC official website.
Students Enrolled in the CAD Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. GRC has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 2 |
| Associate's Degree | 15 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 17 |
| Female | 0 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| White | 8 |
| Unknown | 5 |
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 Green River 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 admission details below may give an overview of the students Green River Community College accepts. The details may include 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
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Green River Community College may offer services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Track and Field
- Soccer
- Volleyball