Drafting and Design Technology is a series of courses designed to develop drafting knowledge and skills to produce technical architectural and engineering drawings, using both the drawing board and computer-aided drafting (CAD) techniques. The program consists of three courses outlined below:

Fundamentals of Drafting and Design: This is the entry-level course that will develop the foundational skills in the drafting field.

Machine Drafting and Design: This intermediate level course builds on the skills learned in Fundamentals. Students focus on sectional, auxiliary, and pictorial drawings; technical sketching; dimensioning; threads & fasteners; multiview drawings; and elementary design.

Architectural Drafting and Design: Students learn skills related to architectural design, floor plans , elevations , architectural details, and roof plans in this intermediate level course.

Students enrolled in the Drafting and Design Technology program have the option to participate in the SkillsUSA Student Organization. This organization provides leadership and competitive opportunities on the district, state, and national levels.  Click on the "Student Organizations" link for more information on   Skills USA.