CAD Training

The computer aided design program at Nashville State Technical 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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Nashville State Technical Community College

1556 Crestview Dr, Madison, TN

Nashville State Technical Community College is a two-year college that offers over 80 programs of study, and provides higher learning with affordable tuition. NSCC provides a stepping stone for students who want to pursue a four-year degree or prepare to enter the workforce. Students can prepare to move on to a four-year school, and earn associate’s degrees along with technical certificates.

NSCC’s mission is to bring higher education to middle Tennessee and serves the area with five campuses, which includes the main campus on White Bridge Road. Additional campuses include Cookville, Humphreys County, Southeast Campus, Dixon and Clarksville.

Students who wish to enter the job market quickly can rely on NSCC because they offer a one-year technical certificate. The technical programs provide students with the knowledge they need through hands on experience.

Nashville state is well known for its affordable tuition costs, with in state fees starting at $139 per credit hour, and out of state starting at $574 per credit hour. Financial aid is available, along with a variety of federal, state and local financial programs as well. Please visit Nashville States Financial Services page for more information.

For more information on tuition costs and any additional fees at NSCC, please follow the link.

NSCC provides student resources that include a Testing Center, on campus Bookstore and a Computer Open Lab, allowing students to work at their leisure. Nashville States Career Services Office offers help with student grades, transferring credits and eventual employment. There is no shortage of social and professional clubs at NSCC, and all students are encouraged to participate as much as possible.

There are over 9,000 students currently enrolled at Nashville State Community College, and the school offers distance learning as well. For more information on the opportunities available through NSCC, please visit their website.

Students Enrolled in the CAD Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Nashville State Technical Community College offers a less than two-year award program in cad.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 610
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.42
  • Average Annual Salary: $54940

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

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $58700

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

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.97
  • Average Annual Salary: $60250

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

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $50420

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