Drafting and Design Technology

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DDT 117: MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

Credits 3
This course in materials and processes includes the principles and methodology of material selection, application, and manufacturing processes. Emphasis is directed to solids to include material characteristics, castings, forging, and die assemblies. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and understand the significance of materials’ properties, structure, basic manufacturing processes, and express and interpret material specifications.

DDT 124: BASIC TECHNICAL DRAWING

Credits 3

This course covers sections, auxiliary views, and basic space geometry. Emphasis will be placed on the theory as well as the mechanics of applying sections, basic dimensioning, auxiliary views, and basic space geometry.

DDT 220: ADVANCED TECHNICAL DRAWING

Credits 3

This course covers the methods of providing size description and manufacturing information for production drawings. Emphasis will be placed on accepted dimensioning and tolerancing practices including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for both the Customary English System and the ISO System. Upon completion, students should be able to apply dimensions, tolerances, and notes to drawings to acceptable standards, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and produce drawings using and specifying common threads and various fasteners, including welding methods.

DDT 225: STRUCTURAL STEEL DRAFTING

Credits 3
This course covers the theory and practical applications necessary to understand the basic design and terminology of structural steel components used in light commercial buildings. Emphasis is placed on structural steel techniques, bolted and welding connections, framing plans, sections, fabrication and connection details, and bills of material. Upon completion, students should be able to produce engineering and shop drawings incorporating standards shapes, sizes, and details using the A.I.S.C. Manual and incorporating safety practices.

DDT 236: DESIGN PROJECT

Credits 3
This course allows the student to plan, execute, and present results of an individual design project. Emphasis is placed on attainment of skills related to a project agreed upon by the Instructor and student. The student will be able to demonstrate and apply competencies identified and agreed upon between the student and instructor.