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CIP 15.1304 Engineering Technologies

Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD

IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education · 2025

Total graduates

19

2025 · 4 schools

International share

0.0%

0 international students

Overview

Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD is a specialized field that focuses on the use of computer-aided design and drafting tools to create detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering projects. This discipline combines technical skills with an understanding of engineering principles, allowing professionals to effectively contribute to the design and construction of infrastructure such as roads, bridges, buildings, and water systems.

Students in this program learn to utilize various CAD software, such as AutoCAD, to produce accurate technical drawings that are essential for project planning and execution. They also gain knowledge of engineering standards, regulations, and best practices, ensuring that their designs meet safety and quality requirements. The curriculum typically includes courses in civil engineering concepts, drafting techniques, project management, and structural analysis.

Graduates of Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD programs are well-prepared to enter the workforce as drafter technicians, CAD operators, or design assistants in engineering firms, construction companies, and government agencies. Their skills are vital in translating engineering ideas into visual representations that can be used by architects, engineers, and construction teams.

Overall, this field offers promising career opportunities, especially as infrastructure development continues to be a priority in many regions. The demand for skilled drafters who can proficiently use CAD software is consistently high, making this an attractive option for those interested in the intersection of technology and civil engineering.

Graduates by year

Graduates by degree level (first and second majors)

AssociateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral

From 2003 to 2025, graduates fell 57% and the international share went from 0.0% to 0.0%.

International share (%)
Graduates by group, 2025
White
36.8%
Asian
5.3%
Hispanic
52.6%
Black
0.0%
Other
5.3%
Intl.
0.0%

Colleges that award this degree

In 2025, 4 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.

RankSchoolStateGraduatesInternational
— Austin Community College District Texas 8 0
— New Mexico State University-Dona Ana New Mexico 5 0
— Santa Ana College California 4 0
— Diablo Valley College California 2 0

Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.

Related jobs and pay

OccupationUS employmentMean hourly wageMean annual wage
Architectural and Civil Drafters 103,700 $34.01 $70,740

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2003–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.