# OAD: Associate of Applied Science in Drafting and Design (Self-Paced) 100% online training with expert live support Canonical URL: ## Overview Across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries, demand keeps rising for professionals who know how to use and combine Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technologies. The programs at the Virtual Design & Construction Institute (VDCI) are shaped to ready students for these sought-after roles through expert instruction, a hands-on and industry-focused curriculum, and practical, project-based experience. These programs also offer a clear path to earning certificates and degrees that support immediate workforce entry while opening doors for lasting career growth in the AEC field. Through targeted CAD and BIM coursework, students gain both the technical knowledge and applied skills needed to thrive across a range of design and construction settings. The curriculum for the Occupational Associate Degree (OAD): Associate of Applied Science in Drafting and Design grows out of real-world workflows and puts heavy weight on collaboration and problem-solving. Students reach a high level of fluency in CAD and BIM software while also sharpening critical thinking, design communication, and analytical skills vital to professional practice. Courses feature hands-on lessons and exercises that mirror the tools, techniques, and standards used by today's leading firms, giving students the practical experience and technical grounding needed to succeed in the AEC industries. ## What you'll learn - Build fluency in industry-standard drafting tools such as AutoCAD and Revit for creating accurate 2D and 3D technical drawings; read and apply technical drawing standards, symbols, annotations, and specifications found in architectural and engineering documents - Produce complete construction document sets, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and detail sheets for complex design projects; build Building Information Models (BIM) that generate coordinated 2D drawings from 3D designs - Fold manufacturer information, CAD details, and project standards into drafting workflows - Handle project workflows by organizing files, using titleblocks, and preparing sheet sets for presentation and printing - Put practical CAD and BIM techniques to work in real-world drafting and design scenarios across disciplines - Sharpen mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills through coursework in college algebra, geometry, and calculus, supporting accurate measurements, scaling, and technical analysis - Grow clear written and verbal communication skills through English composition, technical writing, and communications courses, lifting documentation quality and professional collaboration - Gain wider contextual understanding through electives such as sociology and art history, feeding design awareness, visual literacy, and effective communication within diverse project teams ## Curriculum 1. **Residential Blueprint Reading Course (Self-Paced)** 2. **Commercial Blueprint Reading Course (Self-Paced)** 3. **Introduction to Residential Design Course (Self-Paced)** 4. **Intro to AutoCAD Course (Self-Paced)** 5. **Intro to AutoCAD Lab (Self-Paced)** 6. **Intermediate AutoCAD Course (Self-Paced)** 7. **Intermediate AutoCAD Lab (Self-Paced)** 8. **AutoCAD Construction Documents I Course (Self-Paced)** 9. **AutoCAD Construction Documents II Course (Self-Paced)** 10. **AutoCAD Construction Documents III Course (Self-Paced)** 11. **CAD Detailing Course (Self-Paced)** 12. **Introduction to Commercial Design Course (Self-Paced)** 13. **Intro to Revit Course (Self-Paced)** 14. **Introduction to Revit Lab (Self-Paced)** 15. **Intermediate Revit Course (Self-Paced)** 16. **Intermediate Revit Lab (Self-Paced)** 17. **BIM Construction Documents I Course (Self-Paced)** 18. **BIM Construction Documents II Course (Self-Paced)** 19. **BIM Construction Documents III Course (Self-Paced)** 20. **BIM Detailing Course (Self-Paced)** 21. **Intro to Photoshop Course (Self-Paced)** 22. **Introduction to Photoshop Lab (Self-Paced)** 23. **Intermediate Photoshop Course (Self-Paced)** 24. **Introduction to Illustrator Course (Self-Paced)** 25. **Introduction to Illustrator Lab (Self-Paced)** 26. **Illustrator Intermediate Course (Self-Paced)** 27. **Introduction to InDesign Course (Self-Paced)** 28. **Introduction to InDesign Lab (Self-Paced)** 29. **Intermediate InDesign Course (Self-Paced)** 30. **Revit & Twinmotion Interior Rendering Course (Self-Paced)** 31. **Revit & Twinmotion Exterior Rendering Course (Self-Paced)** 32. **Communication & Connection Course (Self-Paced)** 33. **Self-Management Skills Course (Self-Paced)** 34. **Teamwork, Collaboration & Leadership Course (Self-Paced)** 35. **OAD Capstone Project (Self-Paced)** 36. **OAD Portfolio Course (Self-Paced)** 37. **College Algebra Course (Self-Paced)** 38. **College Geometry Course (Self-Paced)** 39. **Calculus 1 Course (Self-Paced)** 40. **English Composition Course (Self-Paced)** 41. **Technical Writing Course (Self-Paced)** 42. **Intro to Sociology Course (Self-Paced)** 43. **Communications Course (Self-Paced)** 44. **Art History Course (Self-Paced)** ## Pricing **Tuition:** $9999 Payment options: pay-as-you-go installments, equal installment plan, and GI Bill accepted.