CAD for Manufacturing
Kent State University’s Undergraduate Certificate in CAD for Manufacturing is an online program designed to equip students with essential computer-aided design (CAD) skills. This program prepares individuals for roles in manufacturing and engineering by teaching them how to create and manipulate technical designs using industry-standard software.
CAD for Manufacturing Undergraduate Certificate Program Overview
The CAD for Manufacturing undergraduate certificate prepares students with hands-on training and instruction on a number of the most popular software tools used by industry in computer-aided drafting and design and in solid modeling. Students equipped with these certificate skills are the most sought after for employment in drafting/designing. Specific industry-used software students will learn include: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor and Creo.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the CAD for Manufacturing certificate will be able to:
- Read and interpret working drawings for engineering components and systems.
- Create formal 2D drawings with accurate dimensions and tolerances.
- Design and draft mechanical components and assemblies using 3D modeling techniques.
- Apply advanced parametric solid modeling and simulation features to create and analyze solid models.
- Apply critical thinking skills in design and manufacturing problems.
CAD for Manufacturing Undergraduate Certificate 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.
For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.
Important Dates
Program Courses
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate Requirements | ||
| AGD 11003 | SOLID MODELING | 3 |
| AGD 22000 | TWO-DIMENSION COMMUNICATION | 3 |
| MERT 12000 | ENGINEERING DRAWING | 3 |
| MERT 12001 | COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN | 3 |
| MERT 34002 | ADVANCED SOLID MODELING | 3 |
| Minimum Total Credit Hours: | 15 | |
CAD for Manufacturing Undergraduate Certificate Program Tuition and Fees
Ohio Residents
| Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Course | Approximate Tuition Cost |
$335.57 Lower Division Courses $393.35 Upper Division Courses | $1,006.71 Lower Division Courses $1,180.05 Upper Division Courses | $5,200 part-time1 $3,700 full-time2 |
Non-Ohio Residents
| Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Course | Approximate Tuition Cost |
$345.57 Lower Division Courses (13 ch) $403.35 Upper Division Courses (3 ch) | $1,007.40 Lower Division Courses $1,175.70 Upper Division Courses | $5,400 part-time3 $3,800 full-time4 |
1The $335.57 per-credit-hour tuition rate for LOWER division courses and $393.35 for UPPER division courses applies to part-time Ohio resident undergraduate students taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester. This certificate consists of 13 lower division courses and 3 upper division courses.
2 The flat-rate semester fee of $3,692.65 for LOWER division courses and $4,327.54 for UPPER division courses applies to full-time Ohio resident undergraduate students taking between 12-18 credit hours per semester. This flat rate would apply if the student completed the certificate in one semester.
3The $345.57 per-credit-hour tuition rate for LOWER division courses and $403.35 for UPPER division courses applies to part-time non-Ohio resident undergraduate students enrolled in a fully online degree program and taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester, PLUS a $10 per-credit-hour surcharge. This certificate consists of 13 lower division courses and 3 upper division courses.
4The flat-rate semester fee of $3,692.65 for LOWER division courses and $4,327.54 for UPPER division courses applies to full-time non-Ohio resident undergraduate students taking between 12-18 credit hours per semester, PLUS a $10 per-credit-hour surcharge for actual credits taken (between 12-18 semester credits or $120-$180). This flat rate would apply if the student completed the certificate in one 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 may vary based on a student’s chosen academic plan. 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.
The total program costs are estimates and are not final or binding. Program costs are based on standard fees, but fees may vary based on the actual classes taken. Kent State University disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance upon these program cost estimates by any person. Program costs are subject to change without notice.
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