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Q: Do I have to complete the entire program?
A: Yes, it is in your best interest to complete the program. Most employers are looking for an Associate degree as a minimum requirement for entry level positions.
Q: What are starting salaries?
A: Starting salaries vary depending on the employer’s size, and the nature of the position, but should fall in the range of $20,000 to $40,000 per year. Advancement opportunities are good for degree holders, and improve for those who continue their education.
Q: When are classes?
A: The Computer-Aided Drafting and Design degree program is a daytime program, with the majority of classes held in the fall and spring semesters. There are a limited number of courses offered at night, and the general education courses are also offered during the summer.
Q: What are classes at KCC like?
A: Most classes are relatively small in size, approximately 24 maximum in lab classes. The rule of thumb for lecture classes is one and a half hours of homework for each hour of lecture. Lab classes vary in terms of homework, some are similar to lecture classes, while others may have little or no homework at all. There are two full-time CADD instructors at KCC, and we get to know our students very well. It is the personal attention you receive at KCC that sets us apart from most other schools.
Q: Must I have taken drafting in High School?
A: No. Many of our students start without any previous drafting education. All we ask for is your interest and enthusiasm.
Q: Can I transfer my degree?
A: Yes, we currently have transfer agreements to a number of four-year schools, including Ferris State University (Product Design Engineering Technology) and Siena Heights (Industrial Technology in Battle Creek).
Q: What will I do on the job?
A: As a drafter, detailer, designer, or CADD operator you will spend your time on a variety of tasks including CADD drawing, sketching, research, lab testing, taking field measurements, problem solving and report writing. A large percentage of our graduates will be working with mechanical drawings, and a few with architectural. Some of our graduates have chosen careers in other related fields like Technical Education, Technical Illustration, Quality Assurance, Sales Engineer and other various management positions.
Q: I have been away from school for a few years, can I still compete?
A: Yes, you can. The average KCC graduate is 29 years old. In addition, skill assessment and developmental courses are available in math, writing, and study skills to prepare you for the curriculum, and tutoring is available for most classes.
Q: Can I do it?
A: Absolutely! At KCC we excel at giving you the attention and care you need to sharpen your skills, and challenge you to do your best.
Q: Where do I begin?
A: Fill out an application, take the Compass test, see a KCC advisor, or contact one of the instructors in the Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Program:
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