Jefferson College, AAS, Computer Aided Drafting Design Technology ? Architectural

Form NP
NEW PROGRAM PROPOSAL FORM
Sponsoring Institution(s): Jefferson College
Program Title: Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology
Degree/Certificate: Certificate, Associate of Applied Science Degree
Options: Architectural Option, Engineering Technology Option
Delivery Site(s): Jefferson College
CIP Classification: 151302 (Please provide a CIP code)
Implementation Date June 2008
Cooperative Partners
Expected Date of First Graduation: August 2008

AUTHORIZATION
Brenda Russell, Associate Dean,
Person to Contact for More Information Telephone
Brenda Russell, Associate Dean, Career & Technical Education, (636) 797-3000, ext. 467.

I. Need:
a. Student Demand:

Students in the Jefferson College service delivery area have frequently requested the course/program. In addition, industry requests for employees with up-to-date skills in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) has stimulated prospective and returning students to request the program.

Form SE
STUDENT ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS

Year	1	2	3	4	5
Full Time	18	36	36	36	36
Part Time	7	14	21	21	21
Total	25	50	57	57	57

b. Market Demand:

According to the U. S. Department of Labor, approximately 44 percent of all jobs for drafters is in architectural, engineering, and related services that design construction projects or do other engineering work on a contract basis for other industries. The Department of Labor further states that opportunities should be best for individuals with at least 2 years of postsecondary training in a drafting program that provides strong technical skills as well as considerable experience with Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) systems.

CADD systems have increased the complexity of drafting applications while enhancing the productivity of drafters. In addition, CADD systems have also enhanced the nature of drafting by creating more possibilities for design and drafting.

As technology continues to advance, employers look for drafters with a strong background in fundamental drafting principles, a high level of technical sophistication, and the ability to apply knowledge to a broader range of responsibilities.

c. Societal Need

Demand for drafting specialties varies throughout the country with employment contingent on needs of local industry. Employment in the St. Louis Metropolitan area is expected to increase approximately 12 percent by 2008. Though the need for drafters is sensitive to economic cycles, population growth should lead to growth in the construction industry.

Growth in retail trade, health cares services, education, and recreation should lead to growth in nonresidential building construction. The need to upgrade and replace highways and bridges and the increase in population will be factors in the employment growth in heavy construction.

d. Methodology used to determine market demand and societal need:

i. Research from the Missouri Department of Economic Development
ii. Documentation from the St. Louis Region Commerce and Growth Association
iii. Information from the Associated General Contractors, the Engineer’s Club of St. Louis, Southern Illinois University—Edwardsville, and Washington University.

II. Duplication and Collaboration

Currently, similar programs exist at St. Louis Community College, Meremec campus; Mineral Area College; St. Charles Community College; East Central College; and ITT Technical Institute.

The distance of the community colleges with CADD—Architectural programs plays a major role in the need for a CADD—Architectural program at Jefferson College. Students look for programs within easy access to their home or place of work. In addition, the drive time in the St. Louis Metropolitan area can have a direct impact on a student’s college selection. The distance of Jefferson College from community college’s with similar programs are noted below.

1. St. Louis Community College, Meremec campus is approximately 35 miles from Jefferson College.
2. Mineral Area College is approximately 35 miles from Jefferson College.
3. St. Charles Community College is approximately 55 miles from Jefferson College.
4. East Central College is approximately 40 miles from Jefferson College.

ITT Technical Institute has a campus in Arnold, Missouri. Arnold is located in Jefferson County; however, the cost of the program

III. Program Structure

CADD Core:
Engineering Drawing (4) CDD104
AutoCAD I (3) CDD121
AutoCAD II (3) CDD122
Technical Mathematics I (3) MTH121
Technical Mathematics II (3) MTH122
Statics & Strength of Materials (5) CVL256

General Education:
Group I. Communications (3) ENG101(H)
Group II. Humanities/Communications (3)
Group III. Social/Behavioral Sciences (3); Constitution (3)
Group IV. Science (5) PHY108 or 111
Group VI. First Year Experience (1) COL101

Architectural Option
Architectural Drafting (4) CDA124
Residential Drafting & Design (3) CDA253*
Building Mechanical & Electrical Systems (3) CDA263
Structural Drafting & Design (3) CDA266
3D AutoCAD (2) CDD226
Construction Techniques (2) CVL113
Civil Drafting & Design (3) CVL273
Technical Electives (5)
   3D Solidworks I (2) CDD227
   Residential Carpentry (3) CVL105
   Residential Plumbing (3) CVL110
   Construction Methods & Estimating (3) CVL120
   Surveying I (4) CVL151
   Advanced Residential Carpentry (3) CVL155
   Introduction to Machine Shop (2) MTT105
   Metal Fabrication (3) MTT130

Engineering Technology Option
3D Solidworks I (2) CDD227
3D Solidworks II (2) CDD247
Advanced Engineering Drawing (4) CDM123
Computer Aided Design I (5) CDM267*
Computer Aided Design II (5) CDM268
Machine Shop I (6) MTT122
Introduction to Metallurgy (3) MTT148
CNC Programming I (2) MTT151

a. Total credits required for graduation

Certificate – 37 credit hours
Associate of Applied Science – 64 credit hours

b. Residency requirements

None

c. Courses and credits required for general education

	Category	Cr. Hrs.
Group I	Communications	3
Group II	Humanities/Communications	3
Group III	Social/Behavioral Sciences	3
	Constitution	3
Group IV	Science	5
Group VI	First Year Experience	1
	Total General Education Credits	18

d. Courses and credits required for the major

First Semester- Hours
CDD104 Engineering Drawing* - 4
CDD121 AutoCAD I* - 3
CVL113 Construction Techniques* - 2
MTH121 Technical Mathematics I* - 3
Total - 12

Second Semester - Hours
CDA124 Architectural Drafting* - 4
CDD122 AutoCAD II* - 3
MTH122 Technical Mathematics II* - 3
Total - 10

Third Semester - Hours
CDA253 Residential Drafting and Design* - 3
CDA263 Building Mechanical and Electrical Systems* - 3
CDD226 3D AutoCAD - 2
Total - 8

Fourth Semester - Hours
CDA266 Structural Drafting and Design* - 3
CVL256 Statics and Strength of Materials - 5
CVL273 Civil Drafting and Design* - 3
Technical Elective(s) (See list below) - 5
Total - 16

Approved Technical Electives - Hours
CDD227 3D Solidworks - 2
CVL105 Residential Carpentry - 3
CVL120 Construction Methods and Estimating - 3
CVL151 Surveying I Hours - 4

e. Number of free elective credits remaining

Approved Technical Electives:
CDD227 3D Solidworks - 2
CVL105 Residential Carpentry - 3
CVL120 Construction Methods and Estimating - 3
CVL151 Surveying I - 4

f. Requirements for thesis, internship, or other capstone experiences

N/A

g. Unique features

N/A

IV. Financial Projections

Form FP Financial Projections (Deleted)

V. Program Characteristics and Performance Goals

Institution Name Jefferson College
Program Name Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology
Date December 13, 2007

(Although all of the following guidelines may not be applicable to the proposed program, please carefully consider the elements in each area and respond as completely as possible in the format below. Quantification of performance goals should be included wherever possible.)

Student Preparation

• Any special admissions procedures or student qualifications required for this program which exceed regular university admissions, standards, e.g., ACT score, completion of core curriculum, portfolio, personal interview, etc. Please note if no special preparation will be required.
  No special prep required.
• Characteristics of a specific population to be served, if applicable.
  Not Applicable

Faculty Characteristics

• Any special requirements (degree status, training, etc.) for assignment of teaching for this degree/certificate.
  The CADD-Architectural instructor must have a minimum of three years experience in Architectural Drafting and Design. A Bachelor’s degree is a strong preference.
• Estimated percentage of credit hours that will be assigned to full time faculty. Please use the term "full time faculty" (and not FTE) in your descriptions here.
  A minimum of 15 credit hours per semester will be assigned.
• Expectations for professional activities, special student contact, teaching/learning innovation.
  The faculty member is expected to obtain at least 30 hours of professional development per year in his or her subject matter.

Enrollment Projections

• Student FTE majoring in program by the end of five years.
  Annualized student FTE for CADD-Architectural program should be approximately 15.2.
• Percent of full time and part time enrollment by the end of five years.
  75% if students are expected to be full-time, 25% are expected to be part-time.

Student and Program Outcomes

• Number of graduates per annum at three and five years after implementation.
  3 years: 18 5 years: 25
• Special skills specific to the program:
  Individuals planning careers in Computer Aided Design and Drafting should take courses in mathematics, science, and computer technology. Mechanical ability and visual aptitude are important. Prospective CADD—Architectural students should be able to perform detailed work accurately and neatly. Knowledge of construction methods is helpful. Good interpersonal skills are also needed because drafters and designers work closely with engineers, surveyors, architects, and other professionals and occasionally with customers.
• Proportion of students who will achieve licensing, certification, or registration.
• Performance on national and/or local assessments, e.g., percent of students scoring above the 50th percentile on normed tests; percent of students achieving minimal cut-scores on criterion-referenced tests. Include expected results on assessments of general education and on exit assessments in a particular discipline as well as the name of any nationally recognized assessments used.
  WORKKEYS assessments for Career Tech graduates are proportionally higher than the national averages. Between 66% and 100% of the students score at or above the national norms on the WORKKEYS tests. It is expected that CADD—Architectural students would fall into this category.
• Placement rates in related fields, in other fields, unemployed.
  Individuals planning careers in Computer Aided Design and Drafting should take courses in mathematics, science, and computer technology. Mechanical ability and visual aptitude are important. Prospective CADD—Architectural students should be able to perform detailed work accurately and neatly. Knowledge of construction methods is helpful. Good interpersonal skills are also needed because drafters and designers work closely with engineers, surveyors, architects, and other professionals and occasionally with customers.
  
  Placement and Transfer Rates

Employment Related	Employment Non-related	Continuing Education Related	Continuing Education Non-related	Military	Unknown Status	Total
31%	15%	44%	2%	1%	7%	100%

• Transfer rates, continuous study-See Continuing Education above.

Alumni and Employer Survey

• Expected satisfaction rates for alumni, including timing and method of surveys
  Satisfaction rates are expected to be above average. Other related courses have yielded the following:

Excellent	Above Average	Average	Below Average	Poor
43% 12%	38% 47%	17% 37%	3% 3%	0% 1%

• Expected satisfaction rates for employers, including timing and method of surveys

VI. Accreditation

Program Accreditation

• Institutional plans for accreditation, if applicable, including accrediting agency and timeline. If there are no plans to seek specialized accreditation, please provide reasons.

The program is accredited by the American Design Drafting Association. In addition, Jefferson College’s institutional affiliations include:

American Association for Higher Education
American Association of Community Colleges
American Association of Community College Trustees
American Technical Education Association
Council of North Central Community/Junior Colleges
Missouri Community College Association
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Missouri School-College Relations Association
National Junior College Athletic Association
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

VII. Institutional Characteristics

The ratio of males to females is approximately six females to four males. This ratio has remained relatively constant over the past five years. The average age of the student body is now 25 years of age—up slightly from last fall’s average age of 24.1. However, the median (middle) age is 0.7, attesting to the predominance of younger students. The minority enrollment this fall is approximately 4.2% of the student body. Ethnicity is a “soft” data item; self-reported, and in some cases, not reported. This percentage has always been higher than the County’s percentage of minority residents (approximately 2.5%) It is the belief of College administration, employers, and Jefferson County residents that the population served by Jefferson College would provide a qualified, diverse base for the Computer Aided Drafting and Design—Architectural program.

VIII. Other Relevant Information