Fall 2020 Credit Classes for DFTG

DFTG 1309
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: An introduction to computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinate systems, and plot/print to scale. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1409. The student may register for either DFTG 1309 or DFTG 1409 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

DFTG 1315
(3 Credit Hours)

Prerequisite: Introductory.

Course Description: The fundamentals of blueprint reading for the construction industry will be examined. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

DFTG 1325
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1425. The student may register for either DFTG 1325 or DFTG 1425 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

DFTG 1345
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Parametric-based design software for mechanical assembly design and drafting. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1445. The student may register for either DFTG 1345 or DFTG 1445 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

DFTG 1405
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Introduction to the principles of drafting to include terminology and fundamentals, including size and shape descriptions, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1305. The student may register for either DFTG 1405 or DFTG 1305 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 1409
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: An introduction to basic computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on drawing setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1309. The student may register for either DFTG 1409 or DFTG 1309 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 1417
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, terms, and symbols. Preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structures. Emphasis on light frame construction methods. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1317. The student may register for either DFTG 1417 or DFTG 1317 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 1425
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1325. The student may register for either DFTG 1325 or DFTG 1425 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 1445
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Parametric-based design software for 3D design and drafting. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1345. The student may register for either DFTG 1345 or DFTG 1445 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 1492
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.)

DFTG 1495
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.)

DFTG 2321
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: A course in map drafting. Emphasis is given to plotting of surveyors field notes, plotting elevations, contour drawings, plan and profiles, and laying out traverses. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

DFTG 2332
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Advanced techniques, including the use of a customized system. Presentation of advanced drawing applications, such as three-dimensional solids modeling and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2432. The student may register for either DFTG 2332 or DFTG 2432 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

DFTG 2336
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Emphasis on the productivity of CAD software through development of computer-aided drafting programs with emphasis on database design, access techniques, and structure methods with particular application in engineering graphics. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)

DFTG 2380
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Lab.)

DFTG 2381
(3 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)

DFTG 2419
(4 Credit Hours)

Prerequisite Recommended: Basic Computer-Aided Drafting or the approval of the instructor.

Course Description: The fundamentals of computer aided drafting using an alternative computer aided drafting program. Emphasis is placed on drawing set-up; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects; adding text and dimensions; using layers and coordinating systems; as well as using input and output devices. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2319. The student may register for either DFTG 2319 or DFTG 2419 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 2428
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, governing codes, terms and symbols including the preparation of detailed working drawings for a commercial building, with emphasis on commercial construction methods. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2328. The student may register for either DFTG 2428 or DFTG 2328 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 2431
(4 Credit Hours)

Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1417.

Course Description: Use of architectural specific software to execute the elements required in designing standard architectural exhibits utilizing custom features to create walls, windows and specific design requirements for construction in residential/commercial and industrial architecture. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 2432
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: Exploration of the use of system customization for drawing production enhancement and the principles of data manipulation. Presentation of advanced applications, such as three-dimensional objects creation and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2332. The student may register for either DFTG 2332 or DFTG 2432 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)

DFTG 2438
(4 Credit Hours)

Course Description: A drafting course in which students participate in a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2338. The student may register for either DFTG 2338 or DFTG 2438 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.)