DFTG 1409 BASIC COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING (4-3-3). An introductory course in computer-aided-drafting and design (CADD) employing AutoCAD software. Topics to be covered include: drawing set-up, drawing and editing techniques, pictorial drawing, dimensioning, printing, plotting, and basic 3D modeling. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405, High School drafting or Instructor approval. (EDG 1064)
DFTG 1417 ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING-RESIDENTIAL (4-3-3). This course is an introduction to the preparation of architectural construction documents for a single family residence. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405 and DFTG 1409 or Instructor approval. Laboratory fees. (EDG 2044)
DFTG 1421 ARCHITECTURAL ILLUSTRATION (4-3-3). Visual communication is a drawing studio intended to help the student visualize his/her creative thought process and the environment around them. The class is structured to advance the students visualization skills of architectural subjects by developing hand-drawn perspectives and presentation techniques. Basics of three dimensional CAD modeling will also be covered. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1417. (EDG 2144)
DFTG 1425 BLUEPRINT READING FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS (4-3-3). A survey course for students enrolled in vocational-technical majors. Methods of representation used in construction trades with emphasis on rough layouts and blueprint reading, with a section on materials take-off and cost estimating. CNBT 1446 may be substituted for DFTG 1425. Fee: $16 Skills: R (EDG 1034)
DFTG 1433 MECHANICAL DRAFTING (4-3-3). This is an advanced course in modern graphic drawing and design. Topics covered include: dimensioning techniques, drafting standards, pictorial drawings, auxiliary views, sections, fasteners, assembly and detail drawings. The engineering design process is also covered. Fee: $16 Skills: R Prerequisites: DFTG 1405 or Instructor approval. May be taken concurrently with DFTG 1409. (EDG 1044)
DFTG 1448 TOPOGRAPHICAL DRAFTING (4-3-3). This course covers the techniques employed in the creation of civil engineering graphics. Topics include: symbology, scales, mapping, computations, surveying notes, drawing plats, and roadway design. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405 and DFTG 1409. (EDG 2064)
DFTG 1454 ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING-COMMERCIAL (4-3-3). Designed to enhance and further the knowledge the student gained from DFTG 1417. This course emphasizes accuracy of details and knowledge of building materials. Each student will prepare a set construction documents for a commercial structure. The course will be operated in the same manner as a typical architectural firm. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1417. (EDG 2124)
DFTG 1456 DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY (4-3-3). A study of drawing projection (orthographic projection and auxiliary views) used in engineering graphics. Projection principles are applied to analyze drawings using manual and computer graphics. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405, High School Drafting or Instructor approval. (EDG 1054)
DFTG 1458 ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC DRAFTING (4-3-3). An introduction to schematics, logic diagrams and electro/mechanical design. Study of electronic symbols and the use of industrial and military standards. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405. May be taken concurrently with DFTG 1409. (EDG 2034)
DFTG 1491 SPECIAL TOPICS IN DRAFTING (4-2-4). A laboratory course in which the student selects and develops an advanced course of study under the direction of the professor in the specific area of employment the student is seeking. Particular attention is given to the development of a portfolio suitable for job hunting in the Engineering Design Graphics field. May be taken twice for credit when topics vary. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: Instructor approval. (EDG 2184)
DFTG 1495 ST: PRO/E SURFACE MODELING AND ADVANCED TOPICS (4-3-3). This course focuses on advanced Pro/E foundation techniques and touches on the Pro/Surface module. Modeling solid and surface features as well as advanced modeling techniques that provide more flexibility in the design process will be studied. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 2440. ( )
DFTG 2402 MACHINE DRAFTING (4-3-3). A study of machine design dimensioning and tolerancing with emphasis on the use of ANSI and ISO standard practices. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405 and DFTG 1433. DFTG 1409 is recommended. (EDG 2014)
DFTG 2404 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD DESIGN (4-3-3). To develop in the student an understanding of what a printed circuit board is and how it is designed and manufactured. The study of an electronic schematic and its relationship to the printed circuit board. Includes methods for creating the master layout, skills required to produce master photographic artwork from master layout, and the fabrication of printed circuit boards. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1458. DFTG 1409 and HART 1401 are recommended. (EDG 2094)
DFTG 2410 STRUCTURAL DRAFTING (4-3-3). This course covers the AISC specifications and standards, stressing structural theory and data. Students prepare working drawings depicting structural steel, pipe, and reinforced concrete. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1417. (EDG 2054)
DFTG 2412 TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION (4-3-3). Introduction to 3D CAD drawings as used in manufacturers' catalogues, engineering manuals, and promotional literature. Work to be done in various media including computer graphics. Introduction to design, problem solving, and team building. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405 and DFTG 1409. (EDG 2024)
DFTG 2432 ADVANCED COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (4-3-3). Exploration of the use of system customization for drawing production enhancement and the principles of data manipulation. Presentation of advanced applications, such as three-dimensional object creation and linking graphic entities to external nongraphic dta. This course builds on the skills achieved in earlier Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) courses. The student exploits advanced and customizable features of the CAD software to build an efficient, integrated, customized CAD environment. The course explores in more detail several advanced concepts aimed at increasing drawing efficiency, including linking with external drawings and documents, creating, editing, and maintaining libraries of drawing components, and creating dimension styles and viewpoints. The student also gains exposure to the customizable features of the CAD software, including linetypes, hatch patterns, scripts, slide shows, macros, shapes, and an integrated custom menu system. The course concludes with a brief introduction to the programming environment accessible from the CAD software, to help the student decide whether to continue on into the CAD Programming course. Prerequisites: DFTG 1409.
DFTG 2436 CAD PROGRAMMING (4-3-3). This course provides instruction on customizing computer-aided-drafting and design programs. Topics discussed include the basic organization of operating systems, including Windows facilities; building custom libraries of line types and hatch patterns; writing script files and creating slide shows; creating customized menus; and basic programming constructions for the creation of LISP routines. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1405, DFTG 1409 and completion 16 credit hours of EDG course work or Instructor approval. (EDG 2174)
DFTG 2440 SOLID MODELING/DESIGN (4-3-3). A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 2402. (EDG 2014)
DFTG 2470 INTEGRATED CIRCUIT LAYOUT AND DESIGN I (4-3-3). This is an introductory course in the design of integrated circuitry and the I.C. designer's role in industry. Students will study I.C. design theory and employ specialized CADD software to plan chips and create "cells". Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1409, DFTG 1458, or Instructor approval. May be taken concurrently with HART 1401. CETT 1425 recommended. (EDG 2084)
DFTG 2471 INTEGRATED CIRCUIT LAYOUT AND DESIGN II (4-3-3). An advanced course in the layout and design of integrated circuits. Students will study advanced design theory and employ specialized CAD tools to layout and verify circuits. Prerequisites: DFTG 2470 and Instructor approval. May be taken concurrently with CETT 1425. (EDG 2104)
DFTG 2472 INTRODUCTION TO GIS (4-3-3). This course will present Geographic Information Systems technology and how GIS works across a variety of industries. Topics may include Geographic Information Systems and city planning, emergency-911 systems, engineering, statistics, real estate, federal and state governments. Prerequisites: DFTG 1409 or instructor approval. (EDG 2134)
DFTG 2473 INTRODUCTION TO CAD/CAM (4-3-3). An introductory course in computer-aided-drafting and computer-aided-manufacturing (CAD/CAM) employing computer graphics databases for modern prototyping and machining methods. Fee: $16 Prerequisites: DFTG 1419, DFTG 1409, and DFTG 2402. (EDG 2154)
DFTG 2474 ARCHITECTURAL MODELING (4-3-3). This course presents computer techniques used in the creation of three dimensional architectural models. Prerequisites: DFTG 1454. (EDG 2114)
MCHN 1419 MANUFACTURING MATERIALS AND PROCESSES (4-3-3). A study of materials used in manufactured products, and methods of forming and machining them. Fee: $16 Skills: R Prerequisites: High School Algebra or equivalent. (EDG 1024)