Engineering Technologies and the Trades

To prepare graduates to be proficient with common applications computer-aided drafting technology.

• The student will demonstrate the ability to produce several types of drawings using CAD software.

To prepare graduates to enter the field of computer-aided drafting

• The graduate will enter a career related to the computer-aided drafting field within three years of graduation.

To prepare graduates to complete drawings using standard CAD techniques

• The student will demonstrate the use of standard CAD drawing methods to prepare a variety of technical drawings.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively within a diverse society

To prepare graduates to successfully interact with others through drawings and other technical means.

• The student will prepare CAD drawings based on generally accepted national and international standards.
• The student will demonstrate the use of universal technical concepts (e.g. mathematics, Newtonian mechanics).

To prepare graduates to communicate effectively

• The student will demonstrate the ability to clearly describe CAD drawings and techniques in an oral presentation.
• The student will demonstrate the ability to gather information needed for drawings using the internet.

To prepare graduates to quantitatively analyze common CAD problems.

• The student will demonstrate quantitative skills directly applicable to commoCAD and technical problems.

To prepare students to demonstrate information literacy.

• Students will use traditional and contemporary information technology.
• Students will identify, access, and appropriately use authoritative sources of information.

College Seminar is an opportunity for students to develop the skills necessary to improve the chances for success in the college environment. General College procedures, the fundamental notions of time management and study skills, and the specific responsibilities of today's students in a variety of local and global environments are discussed. One or more collaborative projects will be an integral part of the course. Corequisites: The course must be taken in the student's first thirty hours of study. General first year courses would usually be taken at the same time.

This course covers the four fundamental operations on integers, rational numbers, and real numbers. It includes the study of weights and measures, exponents and radicals, factoring, and linear equations, with an emphasis on technical applications.

Alternatives: courses recommended for transfer credit.

Develops understanding and problem solving skill necessary to interpret engineering drawings through the principles of: orthographic sectioning, auxiliary and pictorial drafting techniques; dimensioning and sketching in the preparation of detail drawings of cast machined parts.

Develop understanding and problem-solving skills necessary to develop and interpret engineering drawings using computer-aided drafting software (AutoCAD). Topics include: assembly and detail drawing composition, design for assembly/manufacturing (DFA/DFM), geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, tolerance control and standard fits, fasteners, gearing, sheet metal developments, weldments and functional drafting techniques. Additional instruction will be given in the development of 2-D and 3-D CAD generated drawings and system operations. Prerequisite: MT101 Engineering Drawing, or permission of instructor. (Spring semester only)

This course is an introduction into the use of three-dimensional solid modeling CAD software. Topics include creating models using features such as protrusions, cuts, rounds, blends, revolutions, and sweeps. Model planning and design intent are stressed. Assemblies, drawings, documentation, and detailing are also covered, as well as output and interfaces with common software such as spreadsheets and word processing. Corequisite: MT101 Engineering Drawing.

This is an introduction into the use of MicroStation CAD software. Topics include: Basic theory and operational concepts, main palette use, projecting elements, entity construction and editing, entity manipulations, text and dimensioning parameters. Laboratory exercises involve 2D and 3D engineering drawing construction. Prerequisites: MT121 Mechanical Drafting or CT101 Civil Drafting or equivalent. (Fall semester only)

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course prepares the student to perform effectively in both the oral and written contexts of occupational communications. A blend of formal lectures and student participation, the course includes practice in giving oral presentations, writing business letters, resumes, memos, instructional materials and reports, and using visual aids. This is a highly practical course specifically designed for students in A.O.S. degree programs. Prerequisite: A minimum score of 38 on the Nelson-Denny Reading Test and appropriate evaluation on the placement test writing sample; or succesful completion of DS050, DS051, or SL115 and succesful completion of EN099 or SL116; or permission of Humanities Department Head or designee.

English 1 is a composition course. By focusing on several kinds of writing--self expressive, informative, argumentative/persuasive, and others--it teaches the student to produce the clear, correct and effective prose required in a wide variety of professions and occupations. Class meetings are a blend of lecture and discussion with frequent in-class writing activities. Conferences may be required. Readings are studied as models of good writing and for the ideas they contain. There are eight writing assignments altogether, including an in-class essay, a research-based assignment, and a business writing assignment. Prerequisites: Appropriate evaluation on the placement test writing sample, or successful completion of EN099 Introduction to College English, or successful completion of SL116 ESL4 Advanced Composition, or permission of Humanities Department Head or course instructor.

This course is a continuation of MA105 Technical Mathematics 1, with further topics from algebra as well as from geometry and trigonometry, and an emphasis on technical applications. Prerequisite: MA105 Technical Mathematics 1.

An introduction to standard drawing and drafting practices used by architectural-civil engineering offices and contractors. Topics include: site, foundation, plan-elevation drawings, structural sections, glazing, insulation, waterproofing, timer-concrete-steel detailing. Perspective drawings and construction specifications will also be included. Prerequisite: MT121 Mechanical Drafting, or permission of instructor. (Spring semester only)

Manufacturing Processes deals with non-machining methods of processing materials into manufactured components or products. This course is an introduction to many of the traditional processes used in manufacturing except machining, which is covered in a separate course.

This course presents advanced AutoCAD software and concepts. The basics of menu customization, system setup and 3D techniques, presentation graphics, rendering and solids modeling are stressed. Also included are selected concepts and techniques which become available during the course as a result of new software releases and/or refinements. Prerequisite: MT240 AutoCAD.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course instructs the student in the preparation of written reports. The course is taught by lecture, discussion and in-class writing. The student will write several reports based on the types written in the fields of business, industry and science. Emphasis is placed on organization, format, language and purpose. Prerequisite: EN110 Oral and Written Communication or permission of the instructor.

This course seeks to deepen the students' understanding of human nature and the human condition through the study of ideas and values expressed in both imaginative literature and a full-length book of non-fiction. To this end, students use and develop critical thinking and language skills. They do so mainly in their attempts to raise and answer questions in their readings, discussions, and expository writing tasks, which may include exploratory writing, an academic journal, reports and essays. A library-oriented research project is required. Prerequisite: EN101 English 1: Composition or EN105 English Composition for Speakers of Other Languages

This course introduces the principles, techniques, and technologies used to produce graphic design on the computer. The visual elements and language of graphic design are taught through the demonstration and mastery of programs and problem-solving methods. It includes becoming technically proficient in the use of software, learning the methodology of graphic design, and demonstrating problem-solving ability.

This course integrates previous and current course work and applies it to the design of manufactured parts. Designing for easier and more economical manufacturing is emphasized. Topics include assigning tolerances based upon how the part is to function, common manufacturing process tolerances, limit dimensions, avoiding tolerance accumulation, datums, introduction to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, ASME Y-14.5M-1994, and functional gauging. Prerequisite: MT121 Mechanical Drafting or equivalent. (Fall semester only)

This is an introduction to the concepts of force systems and strength of materials. Topics covered include vectors, equilibrium of concurrent and coplanar force systems, stress, strain, shear and bending moment diagrams, bending and deflection of beams. Emphasis is placed on applying theory in practical situations. Prerequisite: MA106 Technical Mathematics 2 or trigonometry background and permission of instructor. (Fall semester only)

Content of the course deals with the various types of service system drawings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), water supply, drainage distribution, fire protection, control and communication systems. Both residential and commercial application will be emphasized, along with CAD drawing methods. Prerequisite: MT112 Architectural-Civil Drafting. (Fall semester only)

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

Introduction to the theory and practices of metal removal, as practiced in industry. The set-up and safe operation of conventional machine tools is stressed, along with their capabilities and limitations. Common processes such as drilling, grinding, milling, threading and turning will be utilized on a lab project. Topics include: speeds and feeds, metal cutting theory, cutting fluids, selection of tooling, fixturing, precision measurement, layout procedures and N/C programming introduction. Prerequisites: MT121 Mechanical Drafting or MT101 Engineering Drawing, (or equivalent), MA105 Technical Mathematics 1 or permission of instructor. (Spring semester only)

This course is a study of the legal problems, building codes, specifications and efficient construction methods relating to construction projects. Techniques of estimating costs of construction projects are studied and applied. In addition, management topics include Deming's fourteen points, Just In Time (JIT), quality control and ISO-9000 are included. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (Spring semester only)

The tooling drafter is a specialist responsible for the conception, planning and drawing of economically justifiable production tooling. Topics include tool design fundamentals, break even charts, tool materials, workholding principles, 3-2-1 basis of location, jig and fixture design for different processes, presswork tooling, punch and die set, gauging and assembly tooling. Prerequisites: MT141 Machining Fundamentals, MT221 Tolerance and Assembly Drafting. (Spring semester only)

This is an introductory course pertaining to electrical principles, basic electrical and electronic components, and circuit descriptions. Drawing topics include schematics, assembly drawings, ladder diagrams, logic diagrams and integrated circuits. This course also discusses basic circuit design and related topics to aid in the understanding of drawings. Prerequisite: MT240 AutoCAD or MT232 InterGraph CAD. (Spring semester only)

This is the second course in Microstation CAD that deals with three dimensional CAD drawings/models. From the 3 D model, a 2 D drawing comprised of plan views, elevation views and isometric views can be derived easily. The lab assignments will illustrate important concepts that need to be understood to deal with complex 3 D modeling problems. Third party software which uses the graphical user interface (GUI), which builds upon Microstation's utilization, will be introduced when available. Prerequisite: MT232 InterGraph CAD. (Spring semester only)

This course covers advanced solid modeling concepts and techniques. Topics include creating complex parametric models and assemblies using all feature types; creating detail and assembly drawings with various sectioning and view techniques; measurements; surfaces; and motion and analysis models. Model and assembly preplanning are emphasized. Prerequisites: MT155 Introduction to Solid Modeling or permission of the Department Head.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.