3D Modeling and Prototyping Certificate of Proficiency Pathway

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3D Modeling and Prototyping map for 2025-2026

This program map represents one possible pathway through the program and may not reflect the most current catalog requirements. Make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Mira Costa College: 3D Modeling and Prototyping

Term 1 — Fall

4 courses307 hours11 units

DESN 120

Manufacturing Processes

Major
3 units
69 hours

DESN 204

Modeling, Prototyping, and Manufacturing

Major
3 units
85 hours
Advisory

DESN 286

Professional Certification Preparation

Major
1 unit
17 hours

DESN 101

Computer-Aided Design and Drafting

Pre-requisite to DESN 201.

Elective
4 units
136 hours

Term 2 — Spring

2 courses188 hours6 units

DESN 201

Advanced AutoCAD Computer-Aided Design and Drafting

Major
3 units
85 hours
Prerequisites

DESN 203

Solid Modeling

Major
3 units
103 hours
Advisory

Petition for Certificate of Proficiency

Milestone

Program 1/1:
Mira Costa College: 3D Modeling and Prototyping — Certificate of Proficiency

17 units | 495 hours

Term 1 — Fall | 11 units | 307 hours

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
DESN 120	Manufacturing Processes	Major	3 units 69 hours
DESN 204	Modeling, Prototyping, and Manufacturing	Major	3 units 85 hours
DESN 286	Professional Certification Preparation	Major	1 unit 17 hours
DESN 101	Computer-Aided Design and Drafting	Elective	4 units 136 hours

Term 2 — Spring | 6 units | 188 hours

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
DESN 201	Advanced AutoCAD Computer-Aided Design and Drafting	Major	3 units 85 hours
DESN 203	Solid Modeling	Major	3 units 103 hours
Petition for Certificate of Proficiency	Petition for Certificate of Proficiency	Milestone	- n/a

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