Drafting Technology
See also Computer-Aided Manufacturing.
DRF051 Technical Graphics
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
Covers fundamentals of graphics communication. Includes multiview and pictorial representation, dimensioning and section and auxiliary views. Prerequisite: DRF130 or consent of instructor. Class fee $15. Offered as needed.
DRF054 Drafting 1
2 credit hours, 4 Lecture/Lab hours
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. Class fee $10. Offered as needed.
DRF101 Basic CAD for Electronics
2 credit hours, 4 Lecture/Lab hours
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.
DRF110 Applied Engineering Computations
2 credit hours, 2 Lecture hours
Covers computation and presentation of technical data to solve typical problems found in mechanical, civil, design and related areas. Prerequisite: MTH070 or consent of instructor. F, W
DRF114 Drafting Orientation
2 credit hours, 4 Lecture/Lab hours
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.
DRF130 CAD 1
3 credit hours, 5 Lecture/Lab hours
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
DRF131 CAD 2
3 credit hours, 5 Lecture/Lab hours
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 CAD 1 or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp, Su
DRF132 CAD 3
3 credit hours, 5 Lecture/Lab hours
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 CAD 2 or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp
DRF140 Advanced Technical Graphics
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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
DRF150 Architectural Drafting 1
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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
DRF155 Mapping and Platting
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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.
DRF160 Technical Software Application
3 credit hours, 5 Lecture/Lab hours
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: CS101; MTH081 or MTH111; and concurrent enrollment in DRF131; or consent of instructor. Sp.
DRF165 CAD System Administration
3 credit hours, 5 Lecture/Lab hours
Covers customizing parameters for maximizing AutoCAD. Includes researching and installing custom programs for optimizing drawing performance. Also covers creating custom menu systems for specific applications. Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor. Sp
DRF170 AutoCAD Certification Prep
2 credit hours, 3 Lecture/Lab hours
Presents preparation course for Level 1 AutoCAD Certification Exam administered by Rand Worldwide. Prerequisite: DRF132 or consent of instructor. Sp
DRF210 Parametric Design
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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. Class fee $15. F, W
DRF220 GIS 1
2 credit hours, 4 Lecture/Lab hours
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
DRF221 GIS 2
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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
DRF230 Introduction to MicroStation PC
3 credit hours, 5 Lecture/Lab hours
Introduces the MicroStation PC drafting software. Covers basic drawing, editing and display commands. Contrasts operations with AutoCAD. Prerequisite: DRF131 or consent of instructor. F, W, Sp.
DRF231 Advanced MicroStation
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
Uses Microstation software to produce building construction drawings. Emphasizes creating master drawings containing all building data. Includes manipulation of file contents to produce multiple drawings. Introduces 3-D modeling tools. Prerequisite: DRF230 or consent of instructor. Sp.
DRF240 Architectural Drafting 2
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
Covers advanced architectural drafting techniques and methods. Incorporates a full set of working drawings, shear wall designs, advanced construction details, building process, current building codes used in residential buildings Uses AutoCAD to draft a full set of construction drawings. Prerequisite: DRF150 or consent of instructor. W
DRF241 Structural Drafting
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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
DRF242 3-D Presentations
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
Covers production of objects and scenes as 3-D computer images, incorporating various materials and lights. Prerequisite: DRF132 or consent of instructor. F
DRF243 Architectural Design
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
Covers elements and principles of aesthetic design. Applies 3-D design and model to assigned project. Develops light commercial/residential project with emphasis on specific design criteria. Prerequisite: DRF240 or consent of instructor. Sp
DRF245 Civil Drafting and Design
4 credit hours, 10 Lecture/Lab hours
Introduces AutoCAD Land Development Desktop. Develops residential subdivision and typical utility design documentation. Prerequisite: DRF131 and DRF155 or consent of instructor. F
DRF246 Project Development
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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.
DRF251 Power Transmission Design
3 credit hours, 3 Lecture hours
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
DRF255 Technical Illustration
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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 renderings. Covers plotting to web and paper format. Prerequisite: DRF132 or consent of instructor. Sp.
DRF256 AutoLISP Programming
3 credit hours, 5 Lecture/Lab hours
Introduces AutoLISP functions. Focuses on development of programs to increase AutoCAD productivity. Prerequisite: DRF131. Class fee $15. W
DRF260 Tool Design
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
Introduces the principles of tool design, focusing on gauging, locating, clamping and figure design. Incorporates high production techniques and tooling. Prerequisite: DRF210 or consent of instructor. Class fee $15. W
DRF262 Machine Design
3 credit hours, 7 Lecture/Lab hours
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. Class fee $15. Sp
DRF280A-L Cooperative Work Experience
1-12 credit hours, 0-34 CWE hours
Places students in a business, industry or agency for on-the-job training and experience related to instruction. Field experience supervised by college instructors and work experience coordinators. See program advisors. Offered as needed.
Updated October 28, 2007 by Marketing and Student Recruitment.