In the context of Texas, CCAD can stand for two different things: the Corpus Christi Army Depot or Computer–Aided Drafting and Design programs offered by various educational institutions.
Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD):
Corpus Christi Army Depot, Corpus Christi, Texas, is the U.S. Army’s center of excellence for helicopter and component repair and remanufacture. Its mission is to ensure the health of the national Organic Industrial Base to provide constant aviation repair and remanufacturing activities both home and deployed in support of soldiers, allied and industry partners, and the Department of Defense. The depot is dedicated to being the world’s finest helicopter and component repair and remanufacture facility, or “We answer the nation’s call, we keep the Army flying.”
Texas Computerized Drafting & Design (CADD) Programs
Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) a field at the intersection of art and technology that creates the technical drawings and plans employed in manufacturing, architecture and construction involves working with clients about how the actual products and spaces they create should look and operate. To gain skills for a successful CADD career, students can attend a CADD program at one of several educational institutions based in Texas.
Collin College:
This is an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design. Hands-on training is central to the program, and students learn how to use standard AutoCAD tools and techniques to create projects in 2D and 3D, but they also develop skills to adapt the software to their needs and improve accuracy and productivity. Prerequisites: Computer literacy and familiarity with geometry.
Dallas College:
Dallas College provides an adaptable Computer Aided Design and Drafting program where you can tailor your studies toward one of several types of computer-aided design. Each laboratory is equipped with PC and Sun workstations, printers, plotters, and current versions of software such as AutoCAD, Architectural Desktop, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Viz 4. Funding for home study and online courses leading to a certificate or degree are available as well.
Central Texas College:
The flexible, competency based CADD program from Central Texas College will prepare students to enter the world of drafting and design. The self-paced structure of the program lets students build their own schedule, meaning they are able to earn a certificate or degree in a short amount of time. The curriculum focuses on cultivating critical thinking, work ability, the process of drafting, and three-dimensional perception. It keeps its computer hardware and software up to date with current standards and trends in the industry.
Tarrant County College (TCC):
TCC has a Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) program that trains students to become CADD professionals. The program enables students to focus on areas of study of interest to them, including manufacturing and building and civil disciplines. The emphasis is on using the latest technology and CAD software, and day or evening classes are available to accommodate different schedules. It covers working drawings, realizing prototypes with 3D printing, inventing, designing, and constructing new products.
Lone Star College:
Before transferring to a university, Lone Star College offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree for a career in Architectural Design Technology. Currently, this two-year program offers a pathway for students who complete the Architectural Design Level I Certificate to apply credits earned toward the degree. LSC-Cypress Center and LSC-North Harris offer the full program.
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Career Opportunities in CADD:
Types of Career Paths for CADD Programs Graduates:
- Design: Producing layouts for products or buildings.
- CADD Operator: Software to produce technical drawings and plans.
- Architect: Designing buildings and supervising their construction.
- Engineer: Using scientific principles to create machines, structures and other objects.
In the world of CADD analysis the different branches of professions may require education in various fields to receive the right training and education for the job.
In summary:
Texas is home to the Corpus Christi Army Depot; CCAD above does refer to a military depot for helicopter repair and remanufacturing, CTD: CCAD also is used to identify the institution’s Computer-Aided Drafting and Design programs. Below are thirteen degree programs that prepare students for careers in drafting, design, architecture and engineering.