Because every project starts with a drawing, computer-aided drafting (CAD) technicians are in high demand. Nothing can be designed, constructed or machined without schematics and drawings provided by drafting technicians.

Architectural & Engineering Design is a College Tech Prep program designed to provide students with the experience, training and education necessary for developing the attitude and skills required for careers in engineering and design. First-year students develop skills in board drafting and basic CAD application for architectural and technical drawings. Second-year students receive advanced CAD training and design, as well as CNC machine processing. Students develop skills by completing a competency-based curriculum that includes many hands-on projects. The state-of-the-art drafting lab consists of 20 training stations equipped with AutoCAD, MasterCam, & Chief Architect 3D software.

Architechtural & Engineering Design provides graduates with the prerequisite skills to enter college in engineering, industrial and manufacturing technology, and CAD design. Besides getting a "head start" over their classmates, drafting students will learn skills they need for employment during and to enter college in Engineering, Industrial, Architecture, and Manufacturing Technology and CAD Design

Designing for a purpose

• Board drafting skills
• Dimensional drawing
• Computer skills
• CAD application and training
• Sectional and auxiliary views
• Blueprint design and interpretation
• Building and manufacturing codes
• Mechanical design and layout
• Structural design and layout
• Technical and architectural tolerances
• Prepare a bill of materials needed for manufacturing
• CNC machine processing
• Applying mathematics and physics to drafting applications
• Timely completion of projects
• Surveying methods
• GPS training
• Rapid prototyping printing - 3D models 

• Computer skills
• Communication and human relation skills
• Mathematics and science
• Critical thinking skills
• Good attendance
• Strong work ethics
• Professional attitude

• Specialized professional training
• Associate’s degree in CAD or engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in architectural or technical design
• Master’s degree

Since 2002 at least one student has competed in the Ohio State Skills -USA competition
2003 Team of three students placed 3rd in Southeast Ohio College Tech Prep Showcase competition
2004 Team of three students placed 3rd in Tech Prep Construction Showcase competition at state level
2005 team of three students placed 1st in Tech Prep Manufacturing Showcase competition at the Regional and State level.
2005 team of three students placed 2nd in Tech Prep Manufacturing Showcase competition at the National Level
2006 two teams of three students placed 1st in Tech Prep Manufacturing Showcase competition at the Regional and State level.
2006 team of three students placed 5th in Tech Prep Construction Showcase competition at the national level.