Drafting Technology
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DRF 104
Blueprint Reading
2 credits
Offered upon request
Interpreting technical drawings and accompanying specifications. Emphasizes
technical terms and symbols, industrial standards and tolerances. Reading of
working drawings and sketches, basic drafting fundamentals and techniques are
covered. Designated for non-drafting technicians.
DRF 108
Technical Drafting
2 credits
Offered every fall and spring semester
Course is designed for students with little or no drafting background. Course
content includes careers in drafting/ engineering, use of drafting equipment,
drafting techniques, lettering, geometric construction, multi-view and
isometric drawings, sectional and auxiliary views, and basic dimensioning.
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DRF 150
Dimensioning and Tolerancing
1 credit
Offered every fall and spring semester
An intensive course covering basic and advanced dimensioning techniques.
Emphasis is placed on the ANSI Y14.5M standard for geometric dimensioning and
tolerancing.
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DRF 160 
Descriptive Geometry
3 credits
Offered every fall and spring semester
Prerequisite: DRF 261 or concurrent enrollment in DRF 261
The study of lines, planes, successive auxiliary views, intersection of planes,
angles between planes, developments, parallelism, perpendicularity, and the
relationships between various geometric elements.
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DRF 170
Residential Architecture
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Prerequisite: DRF 261 or concurrent enrollment in DRF 261
Extended registration available
Students will be instructed in residential architecture drafting techniques
required to design and draft floor plans, exterior and interior details, and
structural representations. The course will use architectural CAD software to
develop a full set of residential house plans.
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DRF 207
CAD Teacher Seminar
1 credits
Offered upon request
For High School and Community College Teachers wishing to advance their
knowledge and skills in the area of Computer Assisted Design and Drafting
(CADD). This short term course is geared to meet the various levels of CADD
expertise from beginning to advanced. Attendees will be divided into skill
level groups and areas of interest. Basic technique and commands will be
covered for the beginning skill levels and advanced techniques will be covered
for attendees with experience in the CADD field.
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DRF 214
3D Animation
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Prerequisite: DRF 261
Extended registration available
Students become familiar with different methods of presenting technical
information in a graphical format. Emphasis is in the use of 3D computer
graphics and animation using Autodesk’s 3D Studio MAX and 3D Studio VIZ
software. Students use various output
methods and media such as CD-ROM, Internet and video tape.
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DRF 220
Machine Drafting
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Extended registration available
Prerequisite: DRF 261
This course uses the latest in
parametric drafting technology (Auto Mechanical Desktop) in the study of
mechanical drafting, threads and fasteners, detail and assembly drawings,
section views, and basic dimensioning and tolerancing techniques.
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DRF 230
Map Drafting
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Extended registration available
Prerequisite: DRF 261
Studies basic elements of map
drafting, including symbols, plotting contour lines, grid maps, elevation and
profiles, closed and open traverse, and basic use of GPS systems.
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DRF 232
Structural Drafting
2 credits
Offered every fall semester
Extended registration available
Prerequisite: DRF 261
A study of the basic elements of structural drafting including symbols,
dimensioning, design, and detail drawing of steel and concrete structures.
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DRF 240
Electronics Drafting
3 credits
Offered every fall and spring semester
Provides instruction in drafting techniques related to the electronics
industry. Additional topics covered include Military Standards, schematic
drawings, correct use of electronic symbols, point-to-point and highway
diagrams, block and logic diagrams, and printed circuit board design.
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DRF 261
Introduction to AutoCAD
2 to 3 credits
Offered every fall and spring semester
Students will gain hands-on experience using AutoCAD computer drafting
software. Emphasis is placed on the integration of 3D solid modeling and 2D
drafting output.
2 Credit Course
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3 Credit Course
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DRF 262
Commercial Architecture
2 to 3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Extended registration available
Prerequisite: DRF 170
Course will focus on the use of CAD in the area of commercial architectural
facilities layout and design. Projects involve the creation of commercial floor
plans, external elevations, and site plans. Emphasis is placed upon meeting the
customer needs, local building codes, and industry standards.
2 Credit Course
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3 Credit Course
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DRF 263
Survey of CAD Systems
2 to 3 credits
Offered every fall and spring semester
Students will explore different Computer Aided Drafting systems or
applications. Students will select one or two applications from among
MicroStation, Cad Key, CADAM, Design CAD, AutoDesk Map, LightScape,
architectural or mechanical applications, etc., and produce working drawings,
models, or other appropriate output to demonstrate the use of each product. One
application will be selected for 2 credits, two applications will be selected
for 3 credits.
2 Credit Course
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3 Credit Course
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DRF 271
Advanced AutoCAD
2 to 3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Extended registration available
Prerequisite: DRF 261
Course examines how to use advanced AutoCAD software capabilities. Students
will focus on system customization including menu development and macro
programming using AutoLisp. Advanced drawing techniques and drafting
applications will also be included.
2 Credit Course
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3 Credit Course
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DRF 284
Advanced Animation
3 credits
Offered upon request
Prerequisite: DRF 214 and DRF 261
Students study advanced methods of developing and presenting
animation. They become familiar with 2D
still frame editing, 3D object creation using available animation software,
composing video segments, and the use of audio tracks in animation. Students develop story boards for all
projects. Students learn about and use
special effects, cuts, sound, and final editing and output techniques. Students output completed projects via
CD-ROM, Internet, and/or video tape.
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DRF 297
Workshop
1 to 6 credits
Offered upon request
Extended registration available
Designed to meet a variety of needs for students in Drafting Technology.
DRF 298
Workshop
1 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Extended registration available
Designed to meet a variety of needs for students in Drafting Technology.
DRF 299
Independent Study
1 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Extended registration available
Design and execution of original projects under faculty supervision.
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