Mechanical Drafting Technology Diploma (D50340)

The Mechanical Drafting Technology curriculum prepares technicians to produce drawings of mechanical parts, components of mechanical systems, and mechanisms. CAD (Computer Assisted Drafting) and the importance of technically correct drawings and designs based on current standards are emphasized.

Course work includes mechanical drafting, CAD, and proper drawing documentation. Concepts such as machine shop processes, basic materials, and physical sciences as they relate to the design process are also included. The use of proper dimensioning and tolerance techniques is stressed.

Graduates qualify for employment in mechanical areas such as manufacturing, fabrication, research and development, and service industries.

Course and Hour Requirements

Major Courses

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
DFT 111	Technical Drafting I	1	3	2
DFT 112	Technical Drafting II	1	3	2
DFT 151	CAD I	2	3	3
DFT 152	CAD II	2	3	3
DFT 154	Intro to Solid Modeling	2	3	3
MEC 110	Intro to CAD/CAM	1	2	2

Select at least 15 hours from the following:

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
ATR 112	Intro to Automation	2	3	3
BPR 111	Print Reading	1	2	2
BUS 110	Introduction to Business	3	0	3
BUS 115	Business Law I	3	0	3
BUS 137	Principles of Management	3	0	3
CIS 110	Introduction to Computers	2	2	3
CIS 113	Computer Basics	0	2	1
CTS 130	Spreadsheet	2	2	3
DFT 115	Architectural Drafting	1	2	2
DFT 119	Basic CAD	1	2	2
DFT 153	CAD III	2	3	3
DFT 254	Intermed Solid Model/Render	2	3	3
EGR 111	Engineer Comp and Careers	2	2	3
HYD 110	Hydraulics/Pneumatics I	2	3	3
ISC 112	Industrial Safety	2	0	2
ISC 132	Mfg Quality Control	2	3	3
ISC 135	Principles of Industrial Mgmt	4	0	4
MAC 121	Intro to CNC	2	0	2
MAC 122	CNC Turning	1	3	2
MAC 124	CNC Milling	1	3	2
MEC 111	Machine Processes I	1	4	3
WBL 111	Work-Based Learning I	0	0	1
WBL 112	Work-Based Learning I	0	0	2

Total Major Hours: 30

General Education Courses

Communications:

Select One

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
COM 110	Introduction to Communication	3	0	3
ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry	3	0	3

COM 110: or higher

Mathematics:

Select One

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
MAT 121	Algebra/Trigonometry I	2	2	3
PHY 121	Applied Physics I	3	2	4

MAT 121: or higher

Total General Education Hours: 6-7

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36-37

Suggested Sequence of Courses - Day Sequence

Fall Semester

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
DFT 111	Technical Drafting I	1	3	2
DFT 151	CAD I	2	3	3
DFT 154	Intro to Solid Modeling	2	3	3
	Mathematics Course	2-3	2	3-4
	Technical Electives	0-4	0-4	7
	Total Credit Hours:	7-12	11-15	18-19

Mathematics Course, Technical Electives: See: "Course and Hour Requirements"

Spring Semester

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
DFT 112	Technical Drafting II	1	3	2
DFT 152	CAD II	2	3	3
MEC 110	Intro to CAD/CAM	1	2	2
	Communications Course	3	0	3
	Technical Elective	0-4	0-4	8
	Total Credit Hours:	7-11	8-12	18

Communications, Technical Elective: See: "Course and Hour Requirements"

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36-37

Suggested Sequence of Courses - Night Sequence

FIRST YEAR

Fall Semester

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
DFT 111	Technical Drafting I	1	3	2
DFT 151	CAD I	2	3	3
DFT 154	Intro to Solid Modeling	2	3	3
	Total Credit Hours:	5	9	8

Spring Semester

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
DFT 112	Technical Drafting II	1	3	2
DFT 152	CAD II	2	3	3
MEC 110	Intro to CAD/CAM	1	2	2
	Total Credit Hours:	4	8	7

SECOND YEAR

Fall Semester

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
	Mathematics Course	2-3	2	3-4
	Technical Electives	0-4	0-4	7
	Total Credit Hours:	2-7	2-6	10-11

Mathematics Course, Technical Electives: See: "Course and Hour Requirements"

Spring Semester

Course Number	Title	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Credits
	Communications Course	3	0	3
	Technical Elective	0-4	0-4	8
	Total Credit Hours:	3-7	0-4	11

Communications, Technical Elective: See: "Course and Hour Requirements"

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 36-37