Design Drafting Technology

(2½ to 4½ Semesters)

Instructors: Pusl, Wheelock

One Certificate option, one Advanced Technical Certificate, one Associate of Applied Science degree and one Bachelor of Applied Technology degree are available.

The program is accredited by The National Association of Industrial Technology.  The primary purpose of the National Association of Industrial Technology accreditation is to provide recognition of the attainment of certain professional goals and standards for Industrial Technology.  The secondary purpose is to encourage others to strive toward these goals and standards.  Each curricular pattern is reviewed in terms of its stated objectives, content, methods, supporting resources and evaluating systems.  

Objectives:

1. To provide educational opportunities for individuals seeking work in the design drafting industry to learn how to create and revise engineering and architectural drawings and complete basic design calculations.
2. To provide design drafting students the opportunity for hands-on learning in planning drawing layout, project set up, and proficiency in applicable computer software programs.
3. To prepare students to work effectively in a globally competitive marketplace.

For Program Information Packets, use this link, where there are descriptions of each program in general, course descriptions, lists of course sequences, and the cost of books, tools, uniforms, fees, and other expenses.
 

Certificate in Mechanical Drafting

(2½ Semesters)

Required Courses:

DEDR 111        Drafting Technology Theory I          3 cr
DEDR 113        Drafting Technology Laboratory I      9 cr
DEDR 116        Drafting Applied Mathematics          5 cr
DEDR 121        Drafting Technology Theory II         3 cr
DEDR 123        Drafting Technology Laboratory II     8 cr
DEDR 126        Drafting Applied Mathematics II       5 cr
DEDR 127        Measurement Laboratory                1 cr
DEDR 151        Drafting Technology Theory III        2 cr
DEDR 153        Drafting Technology Laboratory III    5 cr
DEDR 156        Drafting Applied Science              2 cr

General Education Requirements:

ENGL 101        English Composition                   3 cr
COMM 101        Principles of Speech                  3 cr

                                              TOTAL: 49 cr

Advanced Technical Certificate in Design Drafting Technology

(4½ Semesters)

The following courses are required in addition to the Mechanical Drafting Completion Certificate requirements:

DEDR 111        Drafting Technology Theory I          3 cr
DEDR 113        Drafting Technology Laboratory I      9 cr
DEDR 116        Drafting Applied Mathematics          5 cr
DEDR 121        Drafting Technology Theory II         3 cr
DEDR 123        Drafting Technology Laboratory II     8 cr
DEDR 126        Drafting Applied Mathematics II       5 cr
DEDR 127        Measurement Laboratory                1 cr
DEDR 151        Drafting Technology Theory III        2 cr
DEDR 153        Drafting Technology Laboratory III    5 cr
DEDR 156        Drafting Applied Science              2 cr
DEDR 212        Design Technology Theory I            4 cr
DEDR 214        Design Technology Laboratory I        8 cr
DEDR 218        Design Technology Strength
                  of Materials Laboratory I           1 cr
DEDR 222        Design Technology Theory II           4 cr
DEDR 223        Design Technology Laboratory II       7 cr
DEDR 226        Design Technology Applied Statics     5 cr
DEDR 228        Design Technology Strength 
                  of Materials Laboratory II          1 cr

General Education Requirements:

ENGL 101        English Composition                   3 cr
COMM 101        Principles of Speech                  3 cr
PHYS 100        Essentials of Physics                 4 cr
TGE 158         Job Search                            2 cr
                                              TOTAL: 87 cr

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Design Drafting Technology

(4½ Semesters)

Required Courses:

DEDR 111        Drafting Technology Theory I          3 cr
DEDR 113        Drafting Technology Laboratory I      9 cr
DEDR 116        Drafting Applied Mathematics          5 cr
DEDR 121        Drafting Technology Theory II         3 cr
DEDR 123        Drafting Technology Laboratory II     8 cr
DEDR 126        Drafting Applied Mathematics II       5 cr
DEDR 127        Measurement Laboratory                1 cr
DEDR 151        Drafting Technology Theory III        2 cr
DEDR 153        Drafting Technology Laboratory III    5 cr
DEDR 156        Drafting Applied Science              2 cr
DEDR 159        Internship                          1-8 cr
DEDR 211        Design Technology Theory I            4 cr
DEDR 213        Design Technology Laboratory I        8 cr
DEDR 218        Design Technology Strength of 
                  Materials Laboratory I              1 cr
DEDR 221        Design Technology Theory II           4 cr
DEDR 223        Design Technology Laboratory II       7 cr
DEDR 226        Design Technology Applied Statics     5 cr
DEDR 228        Design Technology Strength 
                  of Materials Laboratory II          1 cr

General Education Requirements:

ENGL 101        English Composition                   3 cr
COMM 101        Principles of Speech                  3 cr
Goal 3                                                3 cr
Goals 6, 7, 9, 10A, 11 or 12                          3 cr
PHYS 100        Essentials of Physics                 4 cr
TGE 158         Job Search                            2 cr
                                              TOTAL: 91 cr

The courses listed above will be taught in sequential blocks of instruction. Successful completion of a course is required before the student can progress in the program. If the student receives a grade lower than a "C-" in any math, theory, or lab course, then that course must be repeated and a passing grade of "C-" or better must be obtained before the student can advance in the program. The student must exit the program and make up their deficiency through Technical General Education or other appropriate methods. The student will then be allowed to repeat the course at the next available program opening.

Courses

Based on keyboarding skills, students may be required to take a 1 credit Keyboarding class in order to meet the competencies of the program.

DEDR 111 Drafting Technology Theory I 3 credits. Basic instruction to help the student gain knowledge and experience necessary to make drawings and learn drafting fundamentals and theory. Includes units in lettering, linework, and orthographics, notes, dimensions, tolerances, and working drawings. F

DEDR 113 Drafting Technology Laboratory I 9 credits. Puts into practice the knowledge gained in design theory classroom work and lectures. The student becomes familiar with all the lab equipment, including drawing boards, drafting instruments, and CAD system. F

DEDR 116 Drafting Applied Mathematics I 5 credits. Units include a review of basic algebra and continuation to advanced algebra and geometry to lay the groundwork for trigonometry. F

DEDR 121 Drafting Technology Theory II 3 credits. This course is a continuation of DEDR 111. Included will be instruction in the drafting theory of weldments, gearing, true position dimensioning and geometric tolerancing, component part catalog use, axonometric projection, piping and electrical drawings. PREREQ: DEDR 111. S

DEDR 123 Drafting Technology Laboratory II 8 credits. This course is a continuation of DEDR 113. Included will be instruction relating to weldments, gearing, bearings, dimensioning and tolerancing axonometric projection, electricity and piping. Emphasis is placed on drawing details, subassemblies, and on assemblies using a CAD system. PREREQ: DEDR 113. S

DEDR 126 Drafting Applied Math II 5 credits. This course is a continuation of DEDR 116. Subjects covered will include algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Solutions of problems relating to design drafting are emphasized. PREREQ: DEDR 116. S

DEDR 127 Drafting Measurement Laboratory 1 credit. Introduction to measuring devices,  including micrometers, calipers, scales, basic surveying instruments, and other precision measuring tools. PREREQ: DEDR 111, DEDR 113, and DEDR 116. S

DEDR 151 Drafting Technology Theory III 2 credits. Descriptive geometry is presented. The theory of graphical solutions to design problems relating to piping, machinery, and structures will be emphasized. Problems are solved manually, and using computer aided design techniques. PREREQ: DEDR 121. Su

DEDR 153 Drafting Technology Laboratory III 5 credits. Solving practical design problems using graphical techniques, and stressing logic will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on accuracy, and work quality. Areas of study will include structures, machines, and piping. Both manual and CAD procedures are presented. PREREQ: DEDR 123. Su

DEDR 156 Drafting Applied Science 2 credits. A review of algebra, geometry and trigonometry is presented. Areas of emphasis will help students transition into physics and statics. PREREQ: DEDR 126. Su

DEDR 159 Internship 1-8 credits. Pertinent industrial work experience approved by the coordinator. PREREQ: DEDR 111, DEDR 113, DEDR 116, DEDR 121, DEDR 123, DEDR 126, and DEDR 127, and permission of program coordinator. F, S, Su

DEDR 212 Design Technology Theory I 4 credits. The fundamentals of architectural design are presented. Floor plans, elevations, room layout, aesthetic design, site plans, heating and cooling systems, and specifications writing are included. PREREQ: DEDR 151 or DEDR 159. F

DEDR 214 Design Technology Laboratory I 8 credits. Lab experiences in architectural design are presented. Projects in home design including complete sets of plans are covered following industrial standards. Computer-aided solid modeling is studied. PREREQ: DEDR 153 or DEDR 159. F

DEDR 218 Design Technology Strength of Materials Laboratory I 1 credit. Overview of properties of materials used in design and construction; construction processes, characteristics of materials including aggregates, portland cement concrete, and masonry; use of lab equipment for testing of materials. PREREQ:  DEDR 127. F

DEDR 222 Design Technology Theory II 4 credits. The theories of structural steel detailing and structural design are presented. Procedures for detailing and designing basic structural components such as beams, columns, and cross bracing are presented. PREREQ: DEDR 212. S

DEDR 223 Design Technology Laboratory II 7 credits. Structural steel detailing and structural design projects are presented. Steel detailing will include beams, columns, cross bracing and stair stringers. Structural design includes beams, columns, cross bracing, reinforced concrete footings, and design of timber members. The AISC and the AITC standards are used. PREREQ: DEDR 212. S

DEDR 226 Design Technology Applied Statics 5 credits. Covers statics and strength of materials. Included are subjects of stress and deformation, structural and mechanical joints, torsion, centroids and moments of inertia, beam and column design, and combined stresses. PREREQ: PHYS 100. S

DEDR 228 Design Technology Strength of Materials Laboratory II  1 credit.  Continuation of DEDR 218. Overview of properties and associated testing of materials used in construction (including wood, iron and steel, and asphalt) and plan details relating to these topics.   PREREQ:  DEDR 218. S

DEDR 289 Directed Studies 1-16 credits. Individual work under staff guidance. For short, specialized subject areas. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D

DEDR 293 Internship 1-16 credits. Variable number of weeks of industrial work experience via a cooperative program for selected students. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D

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