Design Drafting Technology

DRAF 101: AutoCAD Computer-Aided Drafting I

Units: 4
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours. (0953.00)

This course introduces computer-aided drafting. Students use computers with AutoCAD software and peripheral equipment to develop computer-generated drawings for various fields and industries, including architecture, engineering, landscape, and interior design. Students learn principles and techniques that enable them to create, edit, modify, scale, and plot two-dimensional technical drawings. Students develop increased proficiency and skill attainment with each repetition. (May be repeated one time.)

DRAF 110: Graphics Communication

Units: 4
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in ENGR 110.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. (0953.00)

This course introduces graphics as a fundamental means of communicating technical information for product design, manufacturing, and construction. Students develop an understanding of graphics communication in the design process and gain hands-on experience using modern computer-aided solid modeling software to produce part models, assemblies, and drawings according to industry standards.

DRAF 111: Engineering Design Graphics

Units: 4
Prerequisites: DRAF 110 or ENGR 110.
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in ENGR 111.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. (0953.00)

This course prepares engineering and design students to use the graphic communication tools used by engineers in industry. Students develop an advanced understanding of these tools in the engineering design process and gain hands-on experience using modern computer-aided solid modeling software to produce complex part models, assemblies, and drawings.

DRAF 120: Manufacturing Processes

Units: 4
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 4 hours. (0953.00)

This course provides students a basic understanding of the properties of materials and how these materials, including plastics, metals, ceramics, and composites, are transformed into finished products. Students study basic and advanced manufacturing processes, including material removal, joining and assembly, molding and casting, surfacing, and finishing.

DRAF 136: Fundamentals of Design

Units: 3
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours. (0953.00)

This course introduces the fundamentals of the design process as students develop and apply design skills using visual elements and principles of two- and three-dimensional design. It includes solving visual problems and creating authentic designs using black and white and color media in both two- and three-dimensions. Students also study design in historical, social, and multicultural contexts.

DRAF 201: Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting Using AutoCAD

Units: 4
Prerequisites: DRAF 101.
Corequisite: DRAF 101 if prerequisite not met.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. (0953.00)

A continuation of DRAF 101, this course will focus on applying advanced AutoCAD skills in the design process to create models, drawings, and related documentation for a wide variety of applications and industries. Topics include tolerancing, blocks, libraries, attributes, bills of materials, isometric drawings, plotting, solid modeling, and rendering. Skills in visualizing, creating, and editing three-dimensional shapes for modeling, testing, analysis, rapid prototyping, and marketing will be studied and applied. Emphasis will also be placed on improving productivity and presentation skills. (May be repeated one time.)

DRAF 203: SolidWorks 3D Solid Modeling I

Units: 3
Prerequisites: DRAF 101.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 1.50 hours, laboratory 4.50 hours. (0953.00)

This course introduces design students to the basics of 3D parametric solid modeling, including part and assembly model creation, modification, and storage. From these models, students produce CAD drawings, renderings, and presentation media based on their understanding of end-user needs. Additional topics include sketching, the user interface, configurations, design tables, and rapid prototyping.

DRAF 204: SolidWorks 3D Solid Modeling II

Units: 3
Prerequisites: DRAF 203.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 1.50 hours, laboratory 4.50 hours. (0953.00)

This course provides advanced theory and hands-on application of 3D parametric solid modeling to students with prior modeling experience or course work. Building upon the fundamentals, students develop skill in creating weldments, sheet metal, surface models, mold designs, and advanced assembly models. The course emphasizes developing and refining modeling skills, improving productivity, enhancing presentation, and using analysis and simulation tools to solve design problems. Additional topics include file translation, advanced drawings, presentation assessment, and 3D printing.

DRAF 207: AutoDesk Revit Building 3D CAD

Units: 2
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Not open to students with credit in ARCH 207.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours. (0953.00)

Introduction to modeling the built environment using Revit software. Students will create and modify building models, produce presentations including renderings and animated walk-throughs, manipulate parametric objects, create schedules/ legends from the inclusive data base, and generate construction documents from the model.

DRAF 292: Internship Studies

Units: 0.5-3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: Complete 75 hrs paid or 60 hrs non-paid work per unit.
Enrollment Limitation: Instructor, dept chair, and Career Center approval. May not enroll in any combination of cooperative work experience and/or internship studies concurrently.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU

This course provides students the opportunity to apply the theories and techniques of their discipline in an internship position in a professional setting under the instruction of a faculty-mentor and site supervisor. It introduces students to aspects of the roles and responsibilities of professionals employed in the field of study. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students must develop new learning objectives and/or intern at a new site upon each repetition. Students may not earn more than 16 units in any combination of cooperative work experience (general or occupational) and/or internship studies during community college attendance.

DRAF 296: Topics in Drafting

Units: 1-3
Prerequisites: None
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Lecture 1 hour.
Lecture 2 hours.
Lecture 3 hours. (0953.00)

This course gives students an opportunity to study topics in Drafting that are not included in regular course offerings. Each Topics course is announced, described, and given its own title and 296 number designation in the class schedule.

DRAF 298: Directed Study in Drafting

Units: 1-3
Prerequisites: None
Enrollment Limitation: Instructor and department chair approval and successful completion of 12 units of college work with at least a 3.0 grade-point average.
Repeatability Rule: May be taken for a total of 3 units.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU
Laboratory 3 hours
Laboratory 6 hours
Laboratory 9 hours. (0953.00)

This course allows students to pursue a special area of interest in order to achieve specific goals beyond the scope of existing courses within the discipline. Students work independently and interact directly with an instructor on an individual basis and as prescribed by the Directed Study Agreement.

DRAF 299: Occupational Cooperative Work Experience

Units: 1-4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: Complete 75 hrs paid or 60 hrs non-paid work per unit.
Enrollment Limitation: Career Center approval. May not enroll in any combination of cooperative work experience and/or internship studies concurrently.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU

Cooperative Work Experience is intended for students who are employed in a job directly related to their major. It allows such students the opportunity to apply the theories and skills of their discipline to their position and to undertake new responsibilities and learn new skills at work. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students may not earn more than 16 units in any combination of cooperative work experience (general or occupational) and/or internship studies during community college attendance.