Technical Modeling Design
The Associate in Applied Science in Technical Modeling Design at Kent State University provides hands-on training in 3D modeling and design principles. This online program covers essential topics like computer-aided design (CAD) and technical drawing, equipping students with the skills needed for entry-level roles in fields such as engineering, manufacturing, and architecture. Graduates are prepared to support the design and production processes in technology-driven environments.
Technical Modeling Design Associate’s Degree Program Overview
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Technical Modeling Design offers creative students the technological and artistic skills to navigate today’s competitive career path. Graduates gain design skills in computer-aided design (CAD), 2D and 3D modeling, digital graphics, photo-realistic rendering, animations and videos. The ability to combine technical precision with artistic creativity prepares graduates for entry-level jobs such as technical illustration, drafter/designer technician, architecture and manufacturing design, marketing and video game development.
The degree program articulates with the CAD for Manufacturing undergraduate certificate, the Bachelor of Science degree in Animation Game Design and other select bachelor’s degrees at Kent State.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Apply visualization, presentation, and image-processing tasks to various types of design projects.
- Create formal 2D drawings to scale with accurate dimensions.
- Design and create parametric solid models and assemblies.
- Create realistic renderings and animations from 3D scenes and models.
- Recognize the need for and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
Technical Modeling Design Associate’s Degree Program Admissions Requirements
The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.
Kent State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.
International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning a minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score, minimum 47 PTE score or minimum 100 DET score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive English Program. For more information on international admission visit the admissions website for international students.
For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.
Program Courses
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements (courses count in major GPA) | ||
| TMD 11003 | SOLID MODELING | 3 |
| TMD 12000 | DIGITAL GRAPHICS | 3 |
| TMD 12001 | TEXTURING AND RENDERING | 3 |
| TMD 22000 | TWO-DIMENSION COMMUNICATION | 3 |
| TMD 22001 | MODELING FOR ARCHITECTURE | 3 |
| TMD 22010 | THREE-DIMENSION SCULPTING | 3 |
| Major Electives, choose from the following: | 12 | |
| AGD 21000 | FUNDAMENTALS OF MIXED REALITY | |
| AGD 22004 | MODELING AND TEXTURING II | |
| AGD 22095 | SPECIAL TOPICS IN ANIMATION AND GAME DESIGN | |
| AGD 23020 | GAMING AND CULTURE | |
| ARTS 14000 | DRAWING I | |
| EMAT 10310 | MY STORY ON THE WEB | |
| MERT 12000 | ENGINEERING DRAWING | |
| MERT 12001 | COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN | |
| MERT 22003 | COMPUTER-AIDED TOOL DESIGN | |
| MERT 34002 | ADVANCED SOLID MODELING | |
| TMD 22095 | SPECIAL TOPICS IN TECHNICAL MODELING DESIGN | |
| Additional Requirements (courses do not count in major GPA) | ||
| BMRT 11000 | INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS | 3 |
| BUS 10123 | EXPLORING BUSINESS | |
| ENTR 27056 | INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP | |
| COMM 15000 | INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN COMMUNICATION (KADL) | 3 |
| EERT 32003 | TECHNICAL COMPUTING | 3 |
| ENG 20002 | INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL WRITING | 3 |
| MATH 11010 | ALGEBRA FOR CALCULUS (KMCR) | 3 |
| UC 10001 | FLASHES 101 | 1 |
| Kent Core Composition | 3 | |
| Kent Core Humanities and Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Kent Core Social Sciences | 3 | |
| Kent Core Basic Sciences | 3 | |
| General Electives (total credit hours depends on earning 60 credits hour) | 2 | |
| Minimum Total Credit Hours: | 60 | |
Technical Modeling Design Tuition and Fees
Ohio Residents
| Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Course | Approximate Tuition Cost |
$345.63 Lower Division Courses $405.15 Upper Division Courses | $1,036.89 Lower Division Courses $1,215.45 Upper Division Courses | $15,200 full-time1 |
Non-Ohio Residents
| Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Course | Approximate Tuition Cost |
$355.63 Lower Division Courses $415.15 Upper Division Courses | $1,066.89 Lower Division Courses $1,245.45 Upper Division Courses | $15,800 full-time2 |
1The flat-rate semester fee of $3,803.42 for LOWER division courses applies to full-time Ohio resident undergraduate students taking between 12-18 credit hours per semester. The approximate tuition for Associate degrees is calculated at 4 full-time semesters using the lower division course flat rate.
2The flat-rate semester fee of $3,803.42 for LOWER division courses applies to full-time non-Ohio resident undergraduate students enrolled in a fully online degree program and taking between 12-18 credit hours per semester, PLUS a surcharge of $10 per credit hour of actual credits taken (between 12-18 semester credits or $120-$180). The approximate tuition for Associate degrees is calculated at 4 full-time semesters using the lower division flat rate and the surcharge of $600.
For part-time semesters: The $345.63 per-credit-hour tuition rate for LOWER division courses and $405.15 for UPPER division courses applies to part-time Ohio resident undergraduate students, PLUS a $10 per-credit-hour surcharge for non-Ohio resident undergraduate students, taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester.
- An additional Distance Learning fee for all students enrolled in a distance learning course is $15 per credit hour. Program tuition and costs are estimated and subject to change.
- Actual tuition costs will vary based on a student’s chosen academic plan. The full cost of attendance consists of tuition and fees, and when applicable, food, housing, books, course materials, supplies and equipment, transportation and personal expenses for the enrolled terms. Other expenses not included in tuition and fees totals can be found on the Kent State University cost of attendance web page.
- For a complete listing of tuition rates for approved online programs, please contact Kent State’s Financial, Billing & Enrollment Center at 330-672-6000 or via our website Contact Us link.
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