Computer Aided Drafting
It all starts with a plan.
That plan might start on the back of a napkin, but it ends with a professional drafter and drafting software.
Students in Salina Tech’s Computer Aided Drafting program learn to use industry-standard software, such as Revit, AutoCAD and SolidWorks to create everything from house plans to complex three-dimensional machine parts.
CAD technicians (or drafters) typically start their career by working directly under licensed architects, engineers and planners to develop support documentation such as drawings, blueprints and profiles. Salina Tech’s CAD program is designed to prepare them for this by covering topics such as mechanical drafting, civil drafting, CAD math, modeling and sheet metal design.
What You Will Learn
Knowledge, technical skills, attitudes and workplace skills necessary for successful employment in the drafting profession.
Provide relevant learning experiences facilitated by qualified staff using current methods and equipment to meet occupational requirements and needs.
Ensure that all students are informed of the performance that is expected of them.
Provide a Computer Aided Drafting program that meets the employment needs of the community.
Develop and nurture relationships with the engineering community in order to provide adequate and varied job placement for each student.
Careers
Architectural Firms
Construction Companies
Mechanical Engineering Firms
Civil Engineering Firms
Ag-Related Industries
Manufacturers
City, County, & State Engineering Offices
Information
Faculty
Ryan Weber has been teaching Computer Aided Drafting at Salina Tech since 2010. Prior to that, he spent 5-1/2 years as a design technician for Coperion K-Tron, which gave him the opportunity to travel to 30 states and 2 foreign countries to assist manufacturers of products as diverse as toothpaste, peanut butter and flour.
He has a Masters Degree in Career and Technical Education from Pittsburg State University, a Bachelors Degree in Business Management from Kansas Wesleyan University and an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus. He is also a Certified SolidWorks Professional and Certified AutoCAD Professional.
Ryan.Weber@SalinaTech.edu | 785-309-3127
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Scholarships
The Community Foundation administers over thirty-seven (37) scholarships, turning dreams of higher education into a reality. Our scholarship application process begins in January. Scholarship applications will be available online from January – March 14th. https://www.communityfoundation.us/scholarships.cfm
Open to full-time, first time post-secondary students enrolled at Salina Tech for the fall of 2019. Apply now.