At the end of the program, you will be able to produce computer-aided mechanical drawings of components and assemblies of industrial machines, machinery parts and other mechanical equipment by:
Preparing engineering drawings to meet current standards by:
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Visualizing and applying basic drafting fundamentals
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Preparing and editing engineering drawings
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Creating CAD drawings
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Calculating part features using math skills
Doing quantity take-offs and creating Bills of Material by:
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Creating Bills of Material in a CAD environment
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Extracting information from prints and specifications
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Recognizing various materials and manufacturing processes
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Calculating and/or measuring material lengths, areas, or mass
Communicating effectively in an office or engineering environment by:
Demonstrating an understanding of office equipment, policies and procedures by:
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Using time efficiently
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Operating office equipment such as scanners, plotters, printers, etc.
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Using general software such as work processors, spreadsheets, and the Internet
Conducting field work by:
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Interpreting and demonstrating professional responsibility
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Practicing basic safety procedures
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Drawing basic sketches and/or taking notes
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Operating measuring tools and video equipment
Interpreting and applying job-related information by:
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Interpreting and applying drafting standards
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Using discipline-related terminology
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Interpreting drawings and extracting required information
Using computers as an engineering tool by:
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Operating a computer and its operating system
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Using software for CAD and general office applications
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Using the Internet for research and communication
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Demonstrating appropriate computer etiquette
Applying general detaining practices on drawings by:
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Drawing sectional views
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Calculating and applying welding symbols
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Calculating and applying tolerances
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Applying appropriate G,D & T symbols
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Applying finishing symbols
Using parametric modeling software to create 3D models and engineering drawings by:
Identifying basic manufacturing materials by:
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Distinguishing different types of metals
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Differentiating between thermoplastics and thermosets
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Identifying various types of fasteners and selecting them from catalogues
Understanding basic processes and machinery used in manufacturing by:
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Differentiating various machines used in manufacturing
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Understanding the set-up procedures and basic operations of machines used in manufacturing
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Interpreting tables and calculating bend allowances
Comprehending material flow and scheduling in manufacturing processes by:
Measuring parts to extract dimensional data by:
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Using various types of measuring instruments
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Recognizing and using both imperial and metric measuring systems
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Converting imperial to metric and vice versa
Researching information from technical data, catalogues, specifications, standards, etc. by:
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Finding specifications and product information for catalogued hardware and parts
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Using the Internet to do searches
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Finding and applying engineering drafting standards