Engineering Graphics Technology Diploma (EG12) Diploma
Program Description:
The Engineering Graphics diploma program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the drafting field, such as drafter, CAD operator or Civil Tech based on the specialization area a student chooses to complete. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or retrain in drafting practices and software.
Entrance date: Each semester
Program admission requirements:
Minimum Test Scores
| ACCUPLACER NEXT GENERATION– | Reading | 224 | ACCUPLACER- | Sentence Skills | 60 |
| Writing | 236 | Reading Comprehension | 55 | ||
| Arithmetic | 229 | Arithmetic | 34 |
High School diploma or equivalent required for admission.
Credits required for graduation: 46
Beginning Spring 2022 (January 2022), ALL FIRST TIME college students will be required to take the College Success (COLL 1020) course.
| Basic Skills Courses 8 credits | |
|---|---|
| ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I
Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills. |
3 |
| EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development
Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today's rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills. |
2 |
| Select one of Math courses for minimum of 3 credits | |
| MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics
Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, measurement and conversion, formula manipulation, technical applications, and basic statistics. |
3 |
| MATH 1013Algebraic Concepts
Emphasizes concepts and operations which are applied to the study of algebra. Topics include basic mathematical concepts, basic algebraic concepts, and intermediate algebraic concepts. |
3 |
| Occupational Courses 14 credits | |
|---|---|
| DFTG 1101CAD Fundamentals
Corequisite: COMP 1000 Establishes safety practices as they relate to a drafting environment. Introduces basic CAD functions while presenting essential principles and practices for line relationships, scale, and geometric construction. |
4 |
| DFTG 1103Multiview/Basic Dimensioning
Prerequisite: DFTG 1101 Technical Drawing I provides multiview and pictorial sketching, orthographic drawing and fundamental dimensioning methods necessary to develop 2D and 3D views that completely describe machine parts for manufacture using intermediate CAD software techniques. |
4 |
| XXXX xxxx Occupational Elective | 3 |
| Select one of the following three courses for a min. 3 cr.: | |
| DFTG 1015Practical Geometry and Trigonometry for Drafting Technology
Prerequisite: MATH 1013 This course introduces and develops basic geometric and trigonometric concepts. Course content will emphasize geometric concepts and trigonometric concepts as they pertain to drafting/CAD. |
3 |
| MATH 1015Geometry and Trigonometry
Prerequisite: MATH 1013 Emphasizes basic geometric and trigonometric concepts. Topics include measurement conversion, geometric terminology and measurements, and trigonometric terminology and functions. |
3 |
| MCHT 1013Machine Tool Math
This course develops mathematical competencies as applied to machine tool technology. Emphasis is placed on the use of machining formulas by incorporating algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric functions. Topics include machining algebra and geometry, applied geometry, and applied trigonometry. |
3 |
| Completion of One of Two Specializations 24 Credits | 24 |
|---|---|
| Architectural Drafting Specialization-8A12 24 credits | 24 |
| DFTG 1125Architectural Fundamentals
Introduces architectural fundamental principles and practices associated with architectural styles and drawing. Fundamentals residential and commercial practices will be covered. Topics include: specifications and materials; architectural styles, construction drawing practices and procedures, dimensioning and scales. |
4 |
| DFTG 1127Architectural 3D Modeling
In the Architectural 3D Modeling course, the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Parametric modeling for Architectural drafting. The student will develop the skills necessary to create 3D models and presentation/constructions drawings. |
4 |
| DFTG 1129Residential Drawing I
Prerequisite: DFTG 1125 Introduces the essential skills necessary for assessing the expected materials, labor requirements and costs for given structures or products also students will be introduced to architectural drawing skills necessary to produce a basic set of construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: material take-offs; footing and foundation; floor plans; exterior elevations; site plans; and construction drawing techniques/practices. |
4 |
| DFTG 1131Residential Drawing II
Prerequisite: DFTG 1129 Continues in-depth architectural drawing practice and develops architectural design skills. Plans are designed to meet applicable codes. Topics include: material take-offs; footing and foundation; floor plans; exterior elevations; site plans; and construction drawing techniques/practices. |
4 |
| DFTG 1133Commercial Drawing I
Prerequisite: DFTG 1125 Introduces commercial drawing skills necessary to produce construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: structural steel detailing, reflected ceiling plans, rebar detailing, and commercial construction drawings. |
4 |
| XXXX xxxx Occupational Elective-4 hrs | 4 |
| COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy
Introduces the fundamental concepts, terminology, and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology, the Windows environment, Internet and email, word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software, and presentation software. |
3 |
| Mechanical Drafting Specialization-8M72 24 | 24 |
| DFTG 11053D Mechanical Modeling
In the 3D Mechanical Modeling course, the student becomes acquainted with concepts of the software related to Parametric modeling for mechanical drafting. The student will develop the skills necessary to create 3D models and presentation/working drawings. |
4 |
| DFTG 1109Auxiliary Views/Surface Development
Prerequisite: DFTG 1105 Introduces techniques necessary for auxiliary view drawings, surface development, and developing sheet metal parts. Topics include: primary auxiliary views, secondary auxiliary views, surface development, and developing sheet metal parts. |
4 |
| DFTG 1107Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views
Prerequisite: DFTG 1103 Corequisite: DFTG 1105 Technical Drawing II continues dimensioning skill development and introduces tools for precision measurement and sectional views. |
4 |
| DFTG 1111Fasteners
Prerequisite: DFTG 1103 This course covers the basics of identifying fastening techniques, interpreting technical data, and create working drawings. Topics include utilization of technical data, identifying thread types, graphic representation of threaded fasteners, utilization of other fastening techniques, welding symbol identification, and welding symbol usage in working drawings. |
4 |
| DFTG 1113Assembly Drawings
Prerequisite: DFTG 1111 Technical Drawing V provides knowledge and skills necessary to create working drawings for the manufacture of machine parts. Topics include: detail drawings, orthographic assembly drawings, pictorial assembly drawings, and utilization of technical reference source. |
4 |
| XXXX xxxx Occupational Elective-4 hrs | 4 |
| COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy
Introduces the fundamental concepts, terminology, and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology, the Windows environment, Internet and email, word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software, and presentation software. |
3 |
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