At WVU Parkersburg, we take pride in providing our students with quality education, along with the tools they need to prepare them for the workforce upon graduation. Our drafting and design curriculums incorporate career planning classes with a capstone course that prepares students for the American Design Drafting Association certification exam by the end of the program. Drafting and design engineering classes set the stage for advanced careers in a variety of fields. We offer an associate degree in drafting that can extend to a bachelor’s degree in supervisory management.
Learn And Earn Program
West Virginia University at Parkersburg offers students the opportunity to gain paid work experience while completing their associate in Drafting through a state-funded program called Learn and Earn.
The Learn and Earn program is sponsored by the West Virginia Community and Technical College System, and is part of the Workforce Development Initiative Program. It is an opportunity to create partnerships between industry and community and technical colleges by allowing students hands-on learning experience, and employers to train ideal future employees.
Callix Miller
Assistant Professor, Drafting
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
Room C125
304-424-8000 ext. 485
callix.miller@wvup.edu
Associate
Associate of Applied Science in Drafting
The Associate of Applied Science in Drafting degree plan qualifies the graduates for the industries that require computer-aided design and simulation skills, such as Software, Architecture, and Engineering. Engineering drafting students are prepared for the technical aspects of their field throughout the course work.
Bachelor
Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervisory Management
The Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervisory Management degree plan creates drafting and design engineering professionals who are ready to embark on careers requiring advanced math, computer science, and CAD design skills.
What can I do with this degree?
Upon graduation, you will have the skills necessary for success in drafting, architectural design, digital imaging, simulator development, and related fields. With an Associate of Applied Science in Drafting, you will use 3-D software to create 3-D images, floor plans, and simulators or send files to a 3-D printer for prototyping capabilities.
Potential Careers
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Technician
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Draftsman
Mechanical Drafter
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Designer
Electrical Engineering Technician
Mechanical Designer
Piping Designer
Electrical Designer
Design Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Cartographer
Photogrammetrist
TUITIONEstimated rates for the 2023-2024 academic year. Additional course fees may apply and rates are subject to change. |
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|---|---|
| Per Credit Hour | $180 - $249 |
| Per Semester | $2,160 - $2,988 |
| Fall & Spring Semesters | $4,320 - $5,976 |
| Per Credit Hour | $376 - $401 |
| Per Semester | $4,512 - $4,812 |
| Fall & Spring Semesters | $9,024 - $9,624 |
| Per Credit Hour | $50 |
| Per Semester | $600 |
| Fall & Spring Semesters | $1,200 |
Estimated Costs of AttendanceEstimated total costs of attendance for students, varied based on residential status and living situation. |
|
| Room & Board | $3,600 |
| Transportation | $1,500 |
| Tuition & Fees | $5,040 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,500 |
| Miscellaneous | $2,000 |
Total | $13,640 |
| Room & Board | $7,200 |
| Transportation | $1,500 |
| Tuition & Fees | $5,040 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,500 |
| Miscellaneous | $2,000 |
Total | $17,240 |
| Room & Board | $3,600 |
| Transportation | $1,500 |
| Tuition & Fees | $9,792 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,500 |
| Miscellaneous | $2,000 |
Total | $18,392 |
| Room & Board | $7,200 |
| Transportation | $1,500 |
| Tuition & Fees | $9,792 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,500 |
| Miscellaneous | $2,000 |
Total | $21,992 |
Michele Wilson
Dean
Workforce, Technical and Computer Information Science Division
Workforce & Economic Development Room 109A
304-424-8355
Why Choose WVUP
West Virginia University Parkersburg is one of the top public universities in West Virginia for value, academics, and student life. Our graduates are prepared to walk out of their academic careers directly into a fulfilling professional career in their chosen field. To find out more about how West Virginia University Parkersburg can help prepare you for a career in drafting and design, explore our drafting degree plans or request more information today.