DRAF 1010 - Descriptive Drafting Applications (S) 3 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours
Measurements in slope, level, grade, pitch, etc. are studied. Students explore graphic and mathematical development of geometric shapes and research these developments. Sketch- ing of geometric shapes is included. Prerequisites: DRAF 1110 or equivalent and MATH 1050.
DRAF 1020 – Architectural Estimation 3 Credit Hours – 3 Lecture Hours
Estimation of architectural construction to include slope, level, grade, pitch, material, and calculation of area, volume, strength, and loads. Students will explore new and existing material. Sketching of plans and construction techniques will be dis- cussed. Prerequisite: DRAF 1110 or equivalent and MATH 1050.
DRAF 1110 – Fundamentals of Drawing (F) 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
A thorough introduction to instruments and equipment com- monly used in today’s drafting occupations. Laboratory work is emphasized. The student is required to 1) use all reproduc- tion and blueprint equipment; 2) become familiar with and be able to explain drafting room procedures; 3) sketch and di- mension a series of drawings dealing with orthographic, pic- torial, and auxiliary views; 4) use intersection and developments by modeling; and 5) letter, using gothic single-stroke lettering to beginning-drafter standard.
DRAF 1120 - Technical Drawing (S)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
A continuation of DRAF 1110. Emphasis is placed on manual skill in the manipulation of all drafting tools when drawing or tracing with ink. The student is required to make clear, com- plete, and accurate working plans and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches for use in engineering or manufac- turing whole structures. Tasks include the final sketch or pro- posed drawings, checking dimensions of parts, citing materials to be used, and identifying the relation of one part to another in the whole structure. Prerequisite: DRAF 1110 or proficiency in basic drafting skills. Students will be tested during second class period.
DRAF 1210 - CAD: AutoCAD I (F, S, U) 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
A study of computers and their application to drafting in which the student must 1) start up and stop the CAD system prop- erly; 2) use the drawing commands in drawing orthographic and sectional views; 3) plot drawings; 4) use the file handling commands such as archive, backup, copy, directory, save, and delete; 5) demonstrate block assignment; 6) rotate and scale assigned blocks; 7) create and assign blocks; 8) use automatic dimensioning in drawings; and 9) create a properly docu- mented drawing in compliance with accepted drafting stan- dards. Software: AutoCAD. Prerequisite: DRAF 1110 or instructor approval.
DRAF 1220 - CAD: AutoCAD II (F, S)
3 Credit Hours - 1 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
A continuation of DRAF 1210 that emphasizes three dimen- sional aspects and basic CAD programming. The student is required to modify drawings with the use of commands de- signed to rotate, scale, and transform; to edit drawings; and to use different pens and layers in drawings. Software: AutoCAD. Prerequisite: DRAF 1210.
DRAF 1230 – CAD: AutoCAD III (Variable) 3 Credit Hours - 1 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
This course allows students to expand their CAD ability by us- ing application software in the architectural, heating, ventila- tion and air conditioning, electrical, instrumentation machine design, piping, structural, and mapping areas. Software: As appropriate. Prerequisite/corequisite DRAF 1220 or equivalent.
DRAF 2110 - Architectural/Construction Drafting I (F) 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
Presents the principles and practices of architectural/ construc- tion technology drawing. Coverage includes plot plans, eleva- tion specifications, concrete foundations, floor plans, framing, wall sections, structural and electrical building materials, roof designs, building codes, and building materials. Prerequisites: DRAF 1010 or DRAF 1020, DRAF 1120, and CAD elective I .
DRAF 2120 - Architectural/Construction Drafting II (S) 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
A continuation of DRAF 2110. This course places emphasis on service requirements, window and door schedules, drainage requirements, heat loss, and restoration. Students work to- gether in a team to build a model architectural/construction project. Prerequisite: DRAF 2110.
DRAF 2210 - Pipe Drafting I (F)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
Requires the student to show knowledge of fittings, valves, supports, and fabrication of pipe by lab work. Students must also draw spool sheets, isometrics, and P & Is from plan views. Prerequisites: DRAF 1010 or DRAF 1020, DRAF 1120, and CAD elective I.
DRAF 2220 - Pipe Drafting II (S)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
A continuation of DRAF 2210 in which the student is required to show the ability to draw spool sheets from Plan Elevation Piping Drawing, to design a piping system with safety of the operators in mind, to draw and design both single and double line piping with proper symbols in place, to determine flow rate and pump size for a system, and to determine vessel size and nozzle size for storage and rate of flow. Students work together in a team to build a model piping system. Prerequisite: DRAF 2210.
DRAF 2310 - Structural Detailing (F)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
Emphasis is on AISC and ASTM standards for detailing simple beam connections; calculating loads, reactions, and stresses nec- essary to detail steel; and making a material, Take Off, and a Field Bolt List. Prerequisites: DRAF 1010, DRAF 1120, and CAD elective I.
DRAF 2320 - Structural Design (S)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to design structural steel connections, design simple beams and columns as used in structural steel members, work with and design concrete footings and foundations, write specifications, and determine the cost of a structural project. Students work to- gether in a team to build a model structural project. Prerequisite: DRAF 2310.
DRAF 2410 - Jigs and Fixtures (F)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
Requires the student to use gauge makers tolerance, place fits on parts, use a reference library to solve problems with materials by having knowledge of the different types, have an understanding of jigs and fixtures and how they are used in manufacturing, and be familiar with components and standard items used to build jigs and fixtures. Prerequisites: DRAF 1010 or DRAF 1020, DRAF 1120, and CAD elective I.
DRAF 2420 - Tool and Die Design (S) 4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
Emphasis is placed on 1) designing and drawing single point cut- ting tools; 2) designing and drawing multipoint cutting tools, functional gauges, milling machine vise jaws, and milling ma- chine fixtures for CNC machines; 3) designing and drawing a progressive die; and 4) designing and drawing a form die. Pre- requisite: DRAF 2410.
DRAF 2510 - Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (F, S)
4 Credit Hours - 3 Lecture Hours, 2 Lab Hours
Coverage includes the use of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of parts, how symbols are used, and how functional gauging techniques work. Prerequisites: DRAF 1010 or DRAF 1020, DRAF 1120, and CAD elective I.
DRAF 2520 - Product Design (F)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
The student is required to 1) determine a variety of materials to use for a part, 2) plan an approach to manufacture a prod- uct, 3) draw and dimension a part by using geometric dimen- sioning and tolerances, 4) research and develop a product, 5) give oral and written presentations of a product, and 6) rede- sign a product. Prerequisites: DRAF 1010 or DRAF 1020, and CAD elective I. Prerequisite or Corequisite: DRAF 2510.
DRAF 2710 - Machine Design (S)
4 Credit Hours - 2 Lecture Hours, 4 Lab Hours
Presents the opportunity to compute cost of manufacturing, operation, and maintenance; design and draw parts that are not standard; identify features of safety; determine factors in packaging and transportation; work machine design problems using elementary mechanics; and determine strength of ma- terials. Prerequisites: DRAF 2520.
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DRAF 2990 - Special Topics in Drafting Design Technology 1 - 4 Credit Hours
Emphasis is placed on independent study designed to enhance the student’s ability to analyze a problem and select a work- able alternative. The student will design a unit that can be manufactured; a complete set of working drawings is required. A daily record book will be kept. Prerequisite: 12 credit hours of Drafting Design Technology courses.