Engineering Graphics & Technologies Courses

CAD101 Technical Drawing I  (4)

This course teaches the basic concepts of drafting communication. Subjects include line types, orthographic projections, sectioning, language, auxiliary views, pictorial drawings, and scale.

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CAD131 Computer Graphics I (5)

This course provides the student with a basic understanding of computer drafting hardware and software, basic use and application of each.  In-depth exploration of drawing, editing and coordinate input are developed.

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CAD151 Technical Drawing II (4)

Prerequisite: CAD101

This course teaches the advanced concepts of drafting communication. Subjects include threaded fasteners, manufacturing materials, forming processes, dimensioning complex shapes, and assembly drawings.

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CAD182 Computer Graphics II (5)

Prerequisite: CAD131

This course provides the student with an advanced understanding of computer drafting hardware/software and the use and application of each. The course provides an in-depth development of drawing, editing, and coordinate set-up.

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CAD201 Technical Drawing III (4)

Prerequisite: CAD151

This course teaches introductory concepts of drafting communication as it pertains to mechanical engineering and processes of manufacturing.  Subjects include line types, orthographic projections, sectioning, language, auxiliary views, pictorial drawings, and scale usage.

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CAD211 Spreadsheets (3)

This spreadsheet application course is designed to show students how to organize data, complete calculations, make decisions, graph data, and develop professional-looking worksheets. The course will also cover Microsoft Windows concepts and terminology.

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CAD221 Geometry (2)

This course covers the principles of basic geometric construction: lines, arcs, circles, angles, and the relationships between geometric forms. The course will focus how these principles apply to graphic construction.

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CAD232 Computer Graphics III (5)

Prerequisite: CAD182

This advanced course will cover hardware, networking, and Internet concepts.  The course will cover how to install hardware devices, interrupts, jumpers, and switches, as well as troubleshooting.  Network protocol, operations, and concepts will also be covered.  The course will also focus on accessing information on the Internet and using e-mail and news groups.

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CAD232B Computer Graphics III (2)

Prerequisite: CAD182

This course covers basic parametric modeling.  Working with CAD software students will work in three dimensions through shape description, sketching, and multi-view projection exercises.  Students will work with mechanical drawings and specifications to assemble three-dimensional digital prototypes.

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CAD251 Technical Drawing IV (4)

Prerequisite: CAD201

This course teaches advanced concepts of drafting communication as it pertains to mechanical engineering and processes of manufacturing. Subjects include line types, orthographic projections, sectioning, language, auxiliary views, pictorial drawings, and scale usage.

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CAD261 Database (4)

This database application course is designed to show students how to create, store, sort, and retrieve data. The course will also cover Microsoft Windows concepts and terminology.

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CAD271 Trigonometry (2)

This course covers trigonometric functions, solution of triangles, vectors, and complex numbers. Application of trigonometric functions in the solution of triangles will be stressed.

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CAD282 Computer Graphics IV (5)

Prerequisite: CAD232

This course covers advanced parametric modeling. Working with CAD software students will work in three dimensions through shape description, sketching, and multi-view projection exercises. Students will work with mechanical drawings and specifications to assemble three-dimensional digital prototypes.

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EGT106 Computer Numeric Control Concepts (3)

This introductory course the concepts and capabilities of Computer Numeric Control machine tools. Topics to include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion students should be able to explain operator safety, machine operation, data input, program preparation, and program storage.

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EGT186 Engineering Graphics Application (2)

This course teaches the basic concepts of Computer Aided Drafting communication and various applications. Subjects include templates, line types, orthographic projections, sectioning, language, auxiliary views, 2 and 3 dimensional objects, scale, plotting, assembly files, and Design Intent.

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EGT206 Machining Processes (3)

This introductory course teaches basic machine shop operations.  The student shall be able to understand and apply basic machining processes tolerancing symbols.  Completion of this course the student shall be able to apply basic machining operations including, safety, calculations, metrology, blueprint reading, machining tooling, material science and other machine shop operations.

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EGT 226 Computer CAD/CAM Operation (4)

This course instructs the concepts and capabilities of Computer Numeric Control machine tools.  Topics to include Computer Aided Drafting and Computer Aided Machining (CAD/CAM) integration, tooling processes, machine setup, machine controller operation, and the basic applications.  Upon completion students should be able to integrate Computer Aided Drafting to Computer Aided Machining in both 2D and 3D milling and lathe, generate geometry and setup Computer Numeric Control processes using Mastercam software, apply tooling setup and operation, understand the Post Processor, and operate a Computer Numeric Control machine.

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MFT110 Blueprint Reading & Geometric Dimensioning (3)

This course teaches the basic concepts of print reading for machine trades. The student shall be able to interpret blueprints, and shop drawings, including interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerancing symbols.  Completion of this course the student shall be able to solve a construction problem utilizing shop drawings or blueprints.

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MFT120 Precision Measurement (2)

The course provides for the study of basic measuring tools used in manufacturing industries.  The course will allow students to gain proficiency in the use of basic manufacturing devices and an entry-level analysis of the results of these measurement techniques.

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MFT 240 Precision Measurement II (2)

The course provides for the study of measuring tools used in manufacturing industries. The course will allow students to gain proficiency in the use of manufacturing devices.

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TCH100 OSHA 10 (1)

This course will explain job/site safety and precautions for job/site hazards; determine the uses of personal protective equipment (PPE); identify the safety equipment and procedures related to safe work practices and environment; identify fire prevention and protection techniques; explore Hazardous Communications (HazCom) including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDA).

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