2006-07 Catalog Archive (Archived July 31, 2006)

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Course Descriptions

CAD116
Introduction to 2D CAD
An introduction to the use of computer-aided drafting equipment and CAD software to prepare 2D drawings. Includes CAD workstation components, use of basic Windows operating system, CAD software commands for drawing lines, shapes, dimensions, notes, editing, saving work, and plotting drawings. CD and BCD students must schedule CCD101 and CCD102 simultaneously with this course. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab)

CAD117
Technical Drawing, Print Reading and 2D CAD
This course is designed for students enrolled in technical programs that require an understanding of basic mechanical drawing, print reading, and the fundamentals of 2D Computer-Aided Drafting. Provides an introduction to technical sketching. Provides basic instruction in 2D CAD applications including saving, plotting, and editing CAD files. CAD software is used in the instruction of orthographic projection, geometric construction, sectional views, axonometric projection, dimensioning and technical notation, tolerancing, and auxiliary views. Included is the interpretation of drawings, symbols, notation, technical information, and geometric tolerancing used on industrial working drawings. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab)

CAD118
CAD - Comprehensive 2D Applications
Comprehensive computer-aided drafting skills covering basic to advanced 2D CAD topics. Included are: draw and modify commands, drawing management topics, geometric construction procedures, accuracy features, view management, dimension applications, plotting techniques, use of layouts and viewports, external reference file and symbol applications, attributes, tolerancing, introduction to 3D applications, and productivity skills. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Corequisite(s): CCD101 and CCD102.

CAD119
3D CAD and Parametric Modeling - Solids
An understanding of 3D and solids modeling using CAD and parametric modeling software. Included are: the development of solid models, generating and editing solid models, development of multiview drawings and assemblies from solids geometry, analyzing solids, shading and rendering topics, and the development of physical models with rapid prototyping equipment. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CAD118 and CCD102 or CAD117.

CAD126
Advanced 2D CAD
An advanced 2D computer-aided drafting course that builds on the basic skills learned in the CAD116 course. Included is the use of layouts, external referenced drawings, multiview drawings using view ports, symbol libraries, attributes, tolerancing, advanced editing, productivity skills and an introduction to 3D CAD. CD and BCD students should schedule CCD121 and CCD122 simultaneously with this course. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CAD116.

CAD237
3D CAD and Modeling
This course provides an understanding of 3D and solids modeling using CAD and an introduction to parametric modeling. Includes the development of 3D wire frame and surface drawings, generating and editing 3D geometry, development of multiview drawings from 3D geometry, analyzing 3D models, shading and rendering topics, and the development of physical models with rapid prototyping equipment. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CAD116 and CCD102 or CAD117.

CAD238
3D CAD and Parametric Modeling-Surfaces
Provides an understanding of surface modeling using parametric modeling software. Surface modeling techniques expands the range of models that can be accomplished in 3D CAD applications. Included in the course are: the development and modification of complex surfaces used to generate solid models, development of multiview and assembly drawings, analyzing solids, shading and rendering, and the development of physical models with rapid prototyping equipment. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CAD119.

CAD247
CAD Management and Customization
An introduction to the customization and management of a computer-aided drafting system for the purpose of increasing user productivity. Topics include customizing menus, using text editors, use of CAD specific programming language in the modification of drawing databases and to write macros. Use of third party software and advanced file management is also addressed. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Prerequisite(s): CAD126 and CCD102 or ACH125 or CAD119 and CCD102. Spring Only.