CAD Training

The computer aided design program at River Parishes 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 Louisiana colleges that offer cad training.

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River Parishes Community College

925 West Edenborne Parkway, Gonzales, LA

About

River Parishes Community College, located in Sorrento, Louisiana, was founded in 1997 through the approval of a measure passed in State Senate. The school was established in recognition of the lack of a community college system, and the few such schools operating in the state, though it was among the most populous in the Union. The school, along with six others, forms the Louisiana Community and Technical College System which is responsible for the operation and funding of two year institutions throughout the state.

Academics

River Parishes Community College offers students a variety of programs that allows them to choose the path that best suits their goals. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree, followed by applying for transfer to four year institutions in order to continue their studies and earn their degree. Career training programs provide individuals with an education in an industry or field with the intention of seeking long term employment upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.

Programs offered include:

• Bookkeeping
• Education
• Liberal Arts
• Welding
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Admissions and Financial Aid

River Parishes Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual interested in enrolling to do so by submitting an application and paying associated fees. Students should provide transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and may be required to take a placement exam. Students are also asked to participate in orientation and to meet with a counselor prior to registration. Financial aid is awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and is offered in the form of loans, grants and scholarships.

Students Enrolled in the CAD Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. River Parishes Community College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 390
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $59220

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

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $70470

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

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $68650

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

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.31
  • Average Annual Salary: $44330

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