The CAD & 3D Printing certificate prepares students with the technical skills increasingly valued across a wide range of industries. Through focused coursework and hands-on experience, students develop a strong working knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) and 3D printing software and its applications across multiple fields. This certificate helps students stand out to potential employers and research programs, while also supporting Southwestern’s commitment to high-impact, experiential learning.
Certificate Requirements
Required courses:
- PHY53-104 Introduction to Engineering
- PHY53-XX2 Applications of CAD
Four courses, approved by the chair of the Physics Department, from:
- BIO50-364 Comparative Vertebrate Morphology
- ENV49-474 Advanced GIS
- PHY53-XX4 Engineering Design
- PHY53-XX2 Rapid Prototyping
- PSY33-224 Inquiry-Based Research Methods with Animals
- PSY33-834 Research in Behavioral Neuroscience
- THE72-164 Design Fundamentals
- THE72-724 Scenic Design
- THE72-854 Scenic Elements and Stage Properties
One high-impact experience, approved by the chair of the Physics Department, from:
- Internship
- Faculty-mentored research (SURF)
- Study Abroad
- King Creativity Fund Project
As is the case with all certificates, certificate requirements must be fulfilled with Southwestern courses only; transfer credit, AP/IB scores, or other non-residence SU credit are not accepted.
In the News
Southwestern University to Introduce Certificate in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and 3D Printing
With computer-aided design and 3D printing skills increasingly in demand across a variety of industries, Southwestern University students will soon have another avenue to sharpen their technical knowledge.
