Adjunct Instructor Drafting

Suffolk County Community College; Selden (NY); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Suffolk is seeking in-person Adjunct Instructors in Drafting to begin Fall 2026 at the Ammerman Campus in Selden, NY. Ideal candidates have an architectural background and can teach basic CAD in AutoCAD and 3D modeling in Revit.

Courses include DRF112 - Technical Drawing/Basic CAD and DRF218 - Architectural Drafting: Presentations. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s in architecture or architectural technology, two years of professional AutoCAD/Revit experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural technology is required.
• Two years of recent professional experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2023+ and Revit 2023+ for 3D/2D drafting must be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Teach DRF112 - Technical Drawing/Basic CAD and DRF218 - Architectural Drafting: Presentations.
• Develop and deliver lecture plans and course materials; assess student work and provide feedback.
• Ensure alignment with industry standards and SUNY Suffolk curriculum requirements.

Skills

Architectural drafting

CAD interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

SUNY Suffolk is searching for in-person Adjunct Instructors in Drafting beginning in the Fall 2026 semester to teach day classes, at theAmmerman Campus in Selden, NY. SUNY Suffolk is a comprehensive community college committed to open access, equity, and student success, and candidates for adjunct faculty positions should be prepared to demonstrate their commitment to these values.

Instructors must have an architectural background to teach students how to create precise technical 2D drawings using AutoCAD and 3D models using Revit by teaching one of the following courses:

DRF112 - Technical Drawing/Basic CAD

Course Description:

This is an introductory course to basic and intermediate drafting practices that test students' ability to produce, read and understand technical working drawings. Included are basic geometric drawing, Multiview drawing, measuring to scale and dimensioning of technical drawings. Work includes two-dimensional and pictorial (engineering and architectural) drawings created by hand and with the use of CAD (Computer-Aided Drafting). Note: DRF112 and DRF114 are equivalent and credit will not be given for both. (2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. laboratory) No prerequisite. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to properly use both manual drafting equipment and AutoCAD software by reading, understanding and creating basic geometric shapes, multiview drawings, sectional drawings, pictorial drawings and technical working drawings based on industry requirements.
• Communicate the geometry and intent of design features by effectively adding standardized dimensions and notes to drawings.
• Effectively manipulate the AutoCAD software interface which includes file setup and management by producing drawings of the kind used in industry.

DRF218 - Architectural Drafting: Presentations

Course Description:

Aesthetic design of simple structures. Topics include site plans, perspective, modeling and rendering techniques, and use of computer-assisted drafting system. (2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. laboratory) Prerequisite: DRF112 and COT114. Offered on: A / 3 cr. hrs.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Effectively apply commercial space planning guidelines and basic design principles to their project as governed by codes and standard practices.
• Properly use Revit software by reading, understanding and creating a comprehensive set of commercial design development drawings of the kind used in industry.
• Effectively communicate design projects by describing verbally, graphically and in writing the design intent by following typical industry guidelines in executing a presentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or architectural technology.
• Two (2) years of recent professional experience as an architectural drafter, designer, or architect using AutoCAD and/or Revit software.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD version 2023 or newer for 2D drafting (professional portfolio of AutoCAD work must be presented).
• Proficiency with Revit version 2023 or newer for 3D modeling (professional portfolio of Revit work must be presented).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Architectural Registration (RA) license.
• Master’s degree in architecture.
• Teaching experience at the college level.

HIRING SALARY:

This is a Unit III position covered under the Faculty Association of Suffolk County Community College collective bargaining agreement with the college.

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