Associate's degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, or closely related area of study, and 12,000 hours of full-time, successful, recent, gainful employment in a Computer-Aided Drafting related occupation OR a bachelor's degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, or closely related area of study, and 6,000 hours of full-time, successful, recent, gainful employment in a Computer Aided Drafting related occupation. Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope.