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CIP PROGRAM: 15.1303
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD.

Summary: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to develop working drawings and electronic simulations for architectural and related construction projects. Includes instruction in basic construction and structural design, architectural rendering, architectural-aided drafting (CAD), layout and designs, architectural blueprint interpretation, building materials, and basic structural wiring diagramming.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Related Occupations

There are no occupations related specifically to this program.

National Completion Rate Trends

Year Associate'sBachelor'sMaster's
2020 650 20 22
2021 601 24 28
2022 566 27 16
2023 588 20 32
2024 544 24 14
Change -9.54% - +45.45%

Related CIPs

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15.1302 CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician.
15.1303 Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD.
15.1304 Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD.
15.1305 Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Electronics CAD/CADD.
15.1306 Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD.
15.1307 3-D Modeling and Design Technology/Technician.
15.1399 Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other.

Institutions granting degrees in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD.

Institution Degrees Granted (2024)5-Year Change
Academy of Art University24 -5.00%