FAQ Mechanical Drafting

What is the Mechanical Drafting E-Degree?

Lake Area Technical Institute’s mechanical drafting E-Degree is the mechanical drafting courses from the Engineering / Architectural Drafting curriculum that is offered online. Students taking this course will be able to attain a diploma in the area of mechanical drafting in 24 months.

What are the cutoff dates for applying for the Mechanical Drafting E-Degree?

There is not a cutoff date for admissions. However, early applications are recommended to guarantee your spot in the program. Financial aid and scholarships do have deadlines, though. Check the Deadlines link for more information.

What is the cost?

(All costs are subject to annual adjustments and the following may not reflect the current fees).

$ 78.00 - per credit hour
$ 12.00 - state funding fee per credit hour
$ 30.00 - department fee per credit hour
$ 1.00 - state R&M fee per credit hour
$ 4.50 - campus support fee per credit hour
$ 30.00 - distance fee per credit hour

Any student enrolled in six or more credits may be eligible to receive financial aid. Contact the LATI financial aid office for more information. A $20 application fee is required when an application is submitted. Upon acceptance, a deposit of $150 is required. Of this amount, $125 will be applied to tuition and fees. Certain classes require specific software which could be an additional cost.

What are the computer requirements?

Click on the laptop info below and choose the Engineering & Architectural Drafting tab to view the hardware specification requirements for this course.

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Do I need to attend any on-campus courses, seminars or events?

Yes. Selected labs will be held on campus. This will give you the opportunity to ask questions and receive “live” instruction and personal assistance. In addition it will also give you the opportunity to use specialized equipment that you would not have access to normally.
Initially labs will be every other weekend with the following format:
Friday lab time is 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday lab time is 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Will my credits transfer to other colleges?

LATI has articulation agreements with many other colleges and universities. Check the Articulation Agreements link for more information. Most of the articulation agreements specify
a student must graduate from the LATI program in order for the credits to transfer.

Is there Financial Aid available?

Any student enrolled in six or more credits may be eligible to receive financial aid. Contact the LATI financial aid office for more information.

Will I have an advisor?

Mark Ramsey, mechanical drafting Instructor will be your online advisor and will be able to answer any questions you have while you are applying to and after becoming enrolled in LATI.

Are there any prerequisites for the courses I will be taking?

Although not required, the following courses would be beneficial to this course of study prior to attending LATI; Math, Communications, English, and Computer Concepts. Your advisor can also answer questions about prerequisites.

When do I start my classes?

Classes begin on the first day of LATI’s fall and spring semesters. In order to have the program run, there will need to be no less than 8 students enrolled. The maximum number of students allowed will be 15. Online students have the luxury of working whenever and wherever they choose, but still must adhere to the deadlines and due dates set by the course instructor.