Drafting Technology
See also Computer-Aided Manufacturing.
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers fundamentals of graphics communication. Includes multiview and pictorial representation, dimensioning, and section and auxiliary views.
Prerequisite: DRF130 or consent of instructor.
Offered as needed.
1 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.
Introduces fundamentals of drafting and basic drawing techniques. Emphasizes use of drafting instruments, standard orthographic projections, layout procedures, ASA-approved lettering techniques, geometric construction, selection of views, sectional auxiliary views, and standard dimensioning practices, including metrics.
Offered as needed.
Variable hours/1-3 credits
Allows student and instructor to identify a drafting project or problem and jointly draw up a contract. The contract sets forth a proposal to complete the project or solve the problem. Identifies objectives, procedures, and equipment needed, together with key checkpoints for student-instructor conferences. Intended for, but not limited to, second-year drafting or mechanical design students as an elective. Potential areas of consideration include community development projects, computer programming and applications, machine design, mapping, civil engineering drafting, or any drafting-related field. Provides consideration and encouragement to an interdisciplinary team of students working on a common problem.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
F, W, Sp, Su
1 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.
Covers the use of AutoCAD, schematic drawings, chassis design, block diagrams, and PC board layout drawings, in addition to basic CAD operations in the field of electronic drafting.
F
2 class hrs/wk, 2 cr.
Covers computation and presentation of technical data to solve typical problems found in mechanical, civil, architectural and related areas.
Prerequisite: MTH070 or consent of instructor.
F, W
3 lab hrs/wk, 1 cr.
Covers basic technical sketching and measurement skills and techniques used in the drafting process and practical pictorial communication.
F
1 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.
Introduces drafting as a career option. Offers field trips to offices and job sites, guest lecturers, Internet and periodical research on cutting-edge technology.
F
2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Incorporates hands-on experience with CAD (computer-aided drafting) software. Introduces standard graphics commands for two-dimensional drawings. Most students will use AutoCAD, but other general-purpose CAD software can also be used.
F, W, Sp, Su
2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Incorporates hands-on experience with CAD. Covers more complex graphics commands for two-dimensional drawings. Most students will use AutoCAD, but other general-purpose CAD software can also be used.
Prerequisite: DRF130 or consent of instructor.
F, W, Sp, Su
2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Incorporates hands-on experience with CAD. Covers advanced graphics commands for two-dimensional drawings. Introduces elementary customization techniques. Covers three-dimensional models created from surfaces and solids. Most students will use AutoCAD, but other general-purpose CAD software can also be used.
Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor.
F, W, Sp
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers fundamentals of graphics communication. Includes multi-view drawings, dimensioning, section views, auxiliary views, and descriptive geometry concepts.
Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor.
Sp
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers basic architectural drafting techniques and methods. Includes dimensioning, layout, symbols, and conventional construction methods used in residential buildings. Uses AutoCAD to draft a partial set of construction drawings.
Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor.
F, W, Sp
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers map components, legal descriptions, plot plans, and contours. Introduces Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor.
Sp
2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers engineering applications of purchased software packages, focusing on Excel. Includes the use of spreadsheets to store and manipulate data, design structural members, and aid in statistical analysis and parametric design.
Prerequisite: CIS101; MTH081 or MTH111; and concurrent enrollment in DRF131; or consent of instructor.
Sp
2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers customizing parameters for maximizing AutoCAD. Includes researching and installing custom programs for optimizing drawing performance. Also covers creating custom menu systems for specifi c applications.
Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor.
Sp
1 class and 2 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.
Presents preparation for Level 1 AutoCAD Certification Exam.
Prerequisite: DRF132 or consent of instructor.
Sp
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Uses parametric design software to create models of parts. Produces detail and assembly drawings for a simple machine. Applies precision dimensioning and tolerancing to current manufacturing standards.
Prerequisite: DRF132 or consent of instructor.
F, W
1 class, 3 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr.
Uses geographic information systems (GIS) software to view geographic relationships. Studies GIS basic concepts and covers physical, climatic, and social attributes of various regions of the world.
F, W
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Uses GIS and CAD software in GIS applications and projects. Studies advanced GIS concepts and covers basic CAD mapping commands and operations.
Prerequisite: DRF131 and DRF220, or consent of instructor.
Sp
2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Introduces the MicroStation drafting software. Covers basic drawing, editing and display commands. Contrasts operations with AutoCAD.
Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor.
W, Sp
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Uses MicroStation software to produce building construction drawings. Emphasizes creating master drawings containing all building data. Includes manipulation of fi le contents to produce multiple drawings. Introduces 3-D modeling tools.
Prerequisite: DRF230 or consent of instructor.
Sp
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers advanced architectural drafting techniques and methods. Incorporates a full set of working drawings, shearwall details, advanced construction details, building process, and current building codes used in residential buildings. Uses AutoCAD to draft a full set of construction drawings.
Prerequisite: DRF150 or consent of instructor.
W
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Introduces light commercial construction practices. Covers production of working drawings using AutoCAD software. Also covers drafting practices applied with the building materials of steel and concrete.
Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor.
W
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers production of objects and scenes as 3-D computer images, incorporating various materials and lights.
Prerequisite: DRF132 or consent of instructor.
F
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers elements and principles of aesthetic design. Applies 3-D design and model to assigned projects. Develops light commercial/residential project with emphasis on specific design criteria.
Prerequisite: DRF240 or consent of instructor.
Sp
1 class and 9 lab hrs/wk, 4 cr.
Introduces AutoCAD Land Development Desktop. Develops residential subdivision and typical utility design documentation.
Prerequisite: DRF131 and DRF155 or consent of instructor.
F
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Covers advanced elements of residential subdivision design and layout with associated utility work based on a theoretical set of municipal standards and specifications. Incorporates preparation of all design documentation in review-ready condition.
Prerequisite: CVL261.
Sp
3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Focuses on the design of power transmission systems. Incorporates hydraulics, pneumatics, electric motors, chains, belts, bearings, and speed reducers. Covers analysis of system requirements, sizing of machine elements, and selection of components from industrial catalogs.
Prerequisite: MTH082 or consent of instructor.
W
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Presents pictorial presentation methods for 3-D models using a variety of software.
Focuses on creating exploded view drawings, blended raster and vector images, and computer rendering. Covers plotting to Web and paper format.
Prerequisite: DRF132 or consent of instructor.
Sp
2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Introduces AutoLISP functions. Focuses on development of programs to increase AutoCAD productivity.
Prerequisite: DRF131.
W
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Introduces the principles of tool design, focusing on gauging, locating, clamping, and fixture design. Incorporates high production techniques and tooling.
Prerequisite: DRF210 or consent of instructor.
W
1 class and 6 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.
Presents practical design situations related to the drafting room. Selected design project(s) demonstrate a comprehensive study of parts relationships, materials application and product design.
Prerequisite: DRF210.
Sp
See CWE—Cooperative Work Experience.
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