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- School Code: 124500
- Phone: (805) 378-1400
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
71%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
24:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,295Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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CAD Training
The computer aided design program at Mt San Antonio 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 California colleges that offer cad training.
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Mt San Antonio College
7075 Campus Rd, Moorpark, CA
Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) in Walnut, California is one of the largest of California's two-year community colleges. It is comprised of a single campus, located in the San Gabriel Valley, and serves communities east of Los Angeles. Mt. SAC offers over 200 degree and certificate programs.
Over the years, students and faculty of Mt. SAC have received awards of distinction for their academic and professional accomplishments. Recent awards won by Mt. SAC students have included the 2010 Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, the Guistwhite Scholarship, gold medals from SkillsUSA for vocational students, honors in national speech championships, national titles in men's football and soccer, "Outstanding Performance Award" for the Mt. SAC vocal jazz ensemble, and more.
History
Mt. SAC was founded in 1945 as "Eastern Los Angeles County Community College." It was later renamed for the snow-capped mountain that is visible in the distance from the campus (commonly known by locals as "Mt. Baldy"). Mt. SAC's 421-acre campus was once part of the La Puente Rancho. There was an army hospital on the site during World War II, which later became a Navy hospital. In 1946, this facility opened as Mt. San Antonio College.
The area around Mt. SAC was not yet populated, and was accessed by dirt roads that ran through grasslands and fields of cactus. The local area began to develop as Mt. SAC grew in size. The city of Walnut, California sprung up around the Mt. SAC campus, and the college district now includes cities such as Baldwin Park, Covina, Diamond Bar, Hacienda Heights, Irwindale, La Puente, Pomona, West Covina, and more.
Academics
The Mt. SAC academic calendar follows the semester system, with fall and spring semesters running 16 weeks. There is a shorter, 5-week winter "intersession" and a summer "intersession."
Colleges and Schools
Mt. SAC has Divisions and Departments, rather than schools, and they are:
- Arts
- Business
- Continuing Education
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Library & Learning Resources
- Physical Education
- Technology & Health
Students at Mt. SAC may pursue professional certificates, Associate's degree programs, distance or online learning, and courses for transfer to a four-year university. Mt. SAC offers "Career Clusters" for students who want to focus their study plan via courses linked to a profession or vocation. Career Cluster course plans may be followed to earn a degree or certificate, or to transfer to a four-year university program for advanced study.
The Mt. SAC Career Clusters are:
- Agricultural Cluster
- Business & Computer Cluster
- Family & Consumer Sciences Cluster
- Health Sciences Cluster
- Media & Design Cluster
- PE / Kinesiology Cluster
- Public Safety & Counseling Cluster
- Science Cluster
- Teacher Preparation Cluster
- Technology Cluster
Student Life
Mt. San Antonio College has a Student Life Office available to all students, which provides activities and services that make life on the Mt. SAC campus as rewarding as possible. There are 40 clubs and organizations to join, many social activities and events, as well as leadership opportunities. Mt. SAC also offers its students many services and amenities such as a Student Center, Career Placement Services, housing and rental information to help find housing in the surrounding community, and more.
Athletics
The Mt. SAC "Mounties" athletics teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, and they have won national championships in several sports. The Mt. SAC Athletics Department has captured nearly 50 California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) State Championships in recent years, as well as several NATYCAA honors.
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cheer & Dance
- Cross Country
- Football
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cheer & Dance
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Community Life
Mt. SAC is located in the San Gabriel Valley, an area of diverse cultures, thriving businesses, and centers for science and the arts. Students at Mt. SAC will have access to local sites and organizations such as The Huntington, Caltech University, City of Hope, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, among others.
Students Enrolled in the CAD Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mt San Antonio College has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than One Year Certificate | 27 |
Less Than Two-Year Award | 8 |
Associate's Degree | 7 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 37 |
Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 11 |
Hispanic | 17 |
White | 14 |
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
Students who have completed the CAD program at Mt San Antonio College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
Salary & Wages
- Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
- Total Employment: 190
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.72
- Average Annual Salary: $59730
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
Salary & Wages
- Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Hourly Rate: $32.33
- Average Annual Salary: $67250
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
Salary & Wages
- Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
- Total Employment: 90
- Average Hourly Rate: $25.38
- Average Annual Salary: $52790
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
Salary & Wages
- Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
- Average Hourly Rate: $35.64
- Average Annual Salary: $74140
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 provide a better idea of the applicants Mt San Antonio College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Mt San Antonio College may provide student services including:- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
- Beach Volleyball