Version: 3/20/2019 2
Additional Course Information
Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information regarding lab,
practicum, and clinical or other non-lecture instruction).
Pictorial Drawings
Tolerancing
Actual Object Drawing
Use of Measuring Devices
Data Calculations, manual & computer
Design Process
Bills of Material
Foundry Pattern Drawing
Drawing Reproduction
Weld Symbols
Course Learning Outcomes:
Learning Outcomes – Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
Utilize the steps used in the design process, terminology, mechanical processes to produce drawings.
Interpret terms used in tolerancing;
Calculate dimensions of mating parts using interference and clearance fits;
Identify thread forms and interpret thread notes;
Use calipers and micrometers for precision measurement;
Interpret and draw weld symbols;
Methods of Assessment:
Daily Drawings/Lab Work/Daily Quizzes
Four to Five Major Exams or Drawings
Dimension Post-Test
Research Paper
Final Project
(All drawings evaluated in terms of accuracy of drawing views, use of line types, line quality, dimensioning
accuracy and placement and drawing organization.)
Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
Required: Technical Drawing by Frederick Giesecke et al
Optional: Latest version of AutoCAD textbook from DFTG2319.
A flash drive is required for archiving data files
Note book to store notes and drawings.
Suggested Course Maximum:
20
List any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach the
course.
Computer work stations, plotters/printers (to print large 36" by 24" drawings), data projection system and appropriate
software
Calipers and Micrometers and other measuring devices
Course Requirements/Grading System: Describe any course specific requirements such as research papers or
reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
