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DRFT
DRFT-DRAFTING 10. Plot drawings produced in AutoCAD at various scales and on various
sheet sizes. 1
11. Utilize the two Drawing Environments: Paper Space and Model Space.
DRFT 100. Introduction to Architecture, Engineering, & Construction 1
3 Credits (3)
12. Manage AutoCAD drawing files.
Introduction to and exploration of careers in the fields of architecture,
engineering, and construction. Specific fields to include: architecture, civil
DRFT 112. Drafting Concepts/Computer Drafting Fundamentals I
engineering, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, engineering
4 Credits (2+4P)
technology, residential construction, commercial construction,
Basic drafting skills, terminology, and visualization. Introduction to
geographical information systems (GIS), surveying, sustainable design,
principles and fundamentals of computer-aided drafting. Same as E T
and green building
106.
Learning Outcomes
Prerequisites: OECS 207, OECS 125 or consent of instructor.
1. Prepare accurate written technical documents,
2. Produce drawing documents that are technically sound, DRFT 113. Drafting Concepts/Computer Drafting Fundamentals II
4 Credits (2+4P)
3. Develop and practice productive work skills, and
Drafting for mechanical/industrial applications; machine part detailing,
4. Upgrade technical knowledge and skills to keep pace with real-world assemblies in orthographic, isometric, auxiliary, oblique, and sectional
changes views. Two-dimensional AutoCAD with introduction to 3-D AutoCAD.
5. Describe different career options in architecture, engineering, and Same as E T 216. Restricted to: Community Colleges only.
construction, Prerequisite: DRFT 112.
6. Define the roles of different design professionals and support staff, DRFT 114. Introduction to Solid Modeling
7. Explain related educational and professional licensing requirements, 3 Credits (2+2P)
8. Articulate employer expectations, Introduction to 3D mechanical parametric solid modeling and basic
9. Explore related courses and programs of study at DACC and NMSU, assembly creation utilizing Autodesk Inventor as well as other applicable
and 1 solid modeling software packages. Creation of 2D working drawings
from 3D solid models and 3D models for machining/manufacturing
10. Develop good workplace skills and professional, productive work
purposes will be emphasized. Application of Geometric Dimensioning and
habits.
Tolerancing (GD&T), material properties, and industry standard fastening
DRFT 105. Technical Drawing for Industry and manufacturing practices methods will be introduced. Restricted to
3 Credits (2+2P) Community Colleges campuses only.
Technical sketching, basic CAD, and interpretation of drawings with Prerequisite: DRFT 109.
visualization, speed and accuracy highly emphasized. Areas of focus Learning Outcomes
1. Create 3D solid models.
include various trades such as machine parts, welding, heating and
cooling, and general building sketches/plan interpretation. 2. Read and interpret 2D technical drawings.
3. Read and interpret 3D technical drawings.
DRFT 108. Drafting Concepts/Descriptive Geometry
2 Credits (1+2P) 4. Define and sketch the standard, sectional, and auxiliary views of a
Basic manual drafting skills, sketching, terminology and visualization. given object.
Graphical solutions utilizing applied concepts of space, planar, linear and 5. Annotate working mechanical drawings following industry standards.
point analyses. Metric and S.I. units introduced. 6. Dimension working mechanical drawings following industry
DRFT 109. Computer Drafting Fundamentals standards.
3 Credits (2+2P) 7. Identify standard threads callouts.
Introduction to principles and fundamentals of drafting using both 8. Identify standard fasteners callouts.
manual drawing techniques and computer-aided drafting (CAD) 9. Identify standard metal shapes and sizes. 1
applications. Crosslisted with: E T 109 and C E 109. May be repeated up
10. Produce sheet and assembly drawings. 1
to 3 credits.
Learning Outcomes 11. Manage Electronic files.
1. Describe related career options/pathways.
DRFT 115. General Construction Safety
2. Explain and apply common drafting terms, concepts, and
3 Credits (3)
conventions.
Overview of general construction safety related to building, highway and
3. Utilize various AutoCAD commands and Coordinate Entry methods to road construction, and surveying field work for entry-level individuals.
produce accurate and precise Two-Dimensional drawings. Students will also have the opportunity to earn a 10-hour construction
4. Setup AutoCAD working environment, drawings, styles, and applicable industry OSHA card.
settings. Learning Outcomes
5. Navigate the AutoCAD user interface efficiently. 1. Discuss the general history of OSHA.
6. Apply different drafting methods, strategies, and processes. 2. Discuss the general history of the U.S. safety movement.
7. Utilize AutoCAD to produce basic 2D CAD working drawings. 3. Utilize the OSHA web site as a basic safety resource.
8. Measure utilizing scales accurately. 4. Utilize the Call Before You Dig website as a basic safety resource.
9. Create drawings with different scales and units. 1 5. Recognize construction site hazards.
6. Identify construction site hazards.
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7. Avoid construction site hazards. 3. Understanding and the use of the terminologies used in the industry.
8. Follow proper basic first aid procedures in an emergency. 4. Use AutoCAD Civil 3D.
9. Avoid exposure to blood-borne pathogens in an emergency situation. 5. Enter appropriate data into AutoCAD software in order to retrieve
1 necessary outcomes.
10. Interpret hazard communication. 1 6. Plot/Print different types of civil engineering working plans.
11. Recognize proper lifting techniques. 1 7. Read, interpret and understand engineering drawings.
12. Recognize personal protective equipment. 8. Define and understand the different types of engineering drawings.
DRFT 124. Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing DRFT 151. Construction Principles and Print Reading
3 Credits (2+2P) 3 Credits (2+2P)
Introduction to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) for Introduction to construction materials, methods, and basic cost
the mechanical CAD drafting, solid modeling, mechanical engineering estimating and print reading applicable in today's residential, commercial,
technology, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing industries. and public works industry. Instruction by print reading and interpretation,
Related industry standard finishes and fasteners will also be introduced field trips, and actual job-site visits and progress evaluation.
and explored. Learning Outcomes
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): DRFT 114. Restricted to Community 1. Read, Interpret, and Reference Construction Working Drawings and
Colleges campuses only. Construction Specifications.
DRFT 130. General Building Codes 2. Perform basic sketches related to construction details, plans, etc.
3 Credits (2+2P) 3. Apply standard working drawing/drafting practices including
Interpretation of the Building Code, local zoning codes, A.D.A. appropriate scale, units, linetypes, text, dimensions, etc.
Standards and the Model Energy Code to study construction and design 4. Differentiate among the various construction/design disciplines
requirements and perform basic plan checking. Restricted to: Community including Civil/Survey, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical,
Colleges only. Plumbing, Electrical, etc.
Learning Outcomes 5. Know the basic principles related to the following processes:
1. Navigate, interpret, and apply Codes as necessary to meet different Construction Document Development, Bidding, Permitting, and
agency or governmental entities’ requirements for their approval. Construction.
2. Develop critical thinking strategies to develop a preliminary design 6. Identify common construction materials and quality control practices
and plan to check for code compliance. associated with the various construction disciplines listed above.
3. Classify occupancy classification of buildings and structures. 7. Know basic construction methods associated with the various
4. Determine “Location on Property” requirements of buildings and construction disciplines listed above.
structures. 8. Conduct safe construction observations for the sole purpose of
5. Classify occupant loads of buildings and structures. documenting construction materials, methods, and progress.
6. Calculate exit requirements of buildings and structures. 9. Utilize proper, technical construction terminology. 1
7. Determine fire rating of building elements. 10. Conduct material research, and utilize the organization standards of
8. Define specific construction requirements based on types of the Construction Specifications Institute. 1
construction and materials. 11. Document construction phases by visiting construction sites and
9. Determine the number of plumbing fixture counts based on developing a digital, construction project portfolio.
occupancy group and occupant load. 1
10. Determine accessibility requirements of buildings and structures. DRFT 153. Survey Drafting Applications
3 Credits (2+2P)
DRFT 135. Electronics Drafting I Introduction to drafting in the field of survey engineering. Drawings,
3 Credits (2+2P) projects and terminologies related to Point Data, topography, land/
Drafting as it relates to device symbols; wiring, cabling, harness diagrams boundary surveys, legal descriptions and plat surveys. Using the current
and assembly drawings; integrated circuits and printed circuit boards; Autodesk software. Taught with SUR 143. Restricted to: Community
schematic, flow and logic diagrams; industrial controls and electric power Colleges only.
fields. Drawings produced using various CAD software packages. Prerequisite: DRFT 109.
Prerequisites: DRFT 108 and DRFT 109. Learning Outcomes
1. Use appropriate drafting/technical terminology.
DRFT 143. Civil Drafting Fundamentals
2. Identify different types of survey work drawings.
3 Credits (2+2P)
Introduction to drafting in the field of Civil Engineering. Drawings, 3. Understand and use terminologies used in the industry.
projects, and terminologies related to topographic, contour drawings, 4. Use AutoCAD Civil 3D.
plan and profiles, and street/highway layout. Restricted to Community 5. Enter appropriate data into AutoCAD software in order to retrieve
Colleges only. Taught with E T 143 and SUR 143. necessary outcomes.
Prerequisite: DRFT 109. 6. Plot/Print different types of civil engineering working plans
Learning Outcomes
7. Read, interpret and understand surveying drawings.
1. Use appropriate drafting/technical terminology.
2. Identify of the different types of Civil Engineering work drawing plan DRFT 163. Civil Infrastructure Detailing
sets. 3 Credits (2+2P)
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Infrastructure detailing related to civil engineering projects including: Applicable residential building and zoning codes, construction methods
ponding, roadway, sewer, and storm-water structures; concrete and materials, adaptable residential design, and drawing and sheet layout
foundations; and related utility details. Restricted to Community Colleges for architectural drafting will be introduced. Restricted to Community
campuses Colleges campuses only.
Prerequisite(s): DRFT 109. Prerequisite(s): DRFT 109.
Learning Outcomes DRFT 181. Commercial Drafting
1. l. Prepare accurate written technical documents,
3 Credits (2+2P)
2. Produce drawing documents that are technically sound, Drafting principles, plan coordination, and code analysis applicable in the
3. Develop and practice productive work skills, and development of working drawings for commercial, public, and industrial
4. Upgrade technical knowledge and skills to keep pace with real-world building projects. Students will utilize National Cad Standards, ADA
changes DRFT 163 Course Competencies l. Create applicable details Standards, and will be introduced to modern office practice. Restricted to
utilizing AutoCAD and other software packages, Community Colleges campuses.
5. Interpret local design standards, applicable codes, and industry Prerequisite: DRFT 109.
practices, Learning Outcomes
1. Setup AutoCAD drawings for architectural projects.
6. Apply local design standards,
2. Apply building code to residential drafting projects.
7. Apply applicable codes,
3. Apply design standards to residential drafting projects.
8. Follow standards industry practices,
4. Produce a residential floor plan working drawing.
9. Design applicable details within given parameters, and
5. Produce residential foundation plan working drawings.
10. Develop good workplace skills and professional, productive work
6. Produce a residential wall section working drawing.
habits.
7. Produce residential exterior elevation working drawings.
DRFT 164. Intermediate Mechanical Drafting/Solid Modeling 8. Produce a residential interior elevation working drawing.
3 Credits (2+2P) 9. Produce a residential site plan working drawing. 1
Intermediate 3D mechanical parametric solid modeling and assembly
10. Coordinate details and referencing throughout a set of residential
creation utilizing Solidworks as well as other applicable parametric
working drawings. 1
modeling software packages. Creation of 2D working drawings from 3D
11. Set drawings to scale, including multiple scaled drawing on one sheet
solid models, 3D models for machining/manufacturing, and assemblies
layout.
will be emphasized. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T),
material properties, and industry standard fastening and manufacturing
DRFT 190. Finding and Maintaining Employment
practices and methods will be further explored. Restricted to Community
2 Credits (2)
Colleges campuses only.
Techniques in self-evaluations, resume writing, application completion,
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DRFT 114.
job interviewing, and job retention. Exposure to work ethics, employee
Learning Outcomes
attitudes, and employer expectations.
1. Recognize standard views of a given object.
2. Recognize auxiliary views of a given object. DRFT 204. Geographic Information Systems Technology
3 Credits (2+2P)
3. Dimension working mechanical drawings following appropriate
The use of digital information for which various digitized data creation
industry standards.
methods are captured. Users will capture, store, analyze and manage
4. Produce sectional views of a given object.
spatially referenced data in a modeled mapping procedure.
5. Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT) practices and Learning Outcomes
standards to working drawings. 1. Present projects and critiques using visual, oral, and written
6. Identify standard thread and fastener callouts. communication skills.
7. Apply standard thread and fastener specifications. 2. Prepare written technical documents use appropriate drafting/
8. Create 3D solid models. technical terminology.
9. Produce sheet and assembly drawings. 1 3. Produce documents that are technically sound.
10. Manage Electronic files. 4. Analyze information to develop solutions to technical aspects of a
problem/situation.
DRFT 165. Introduction to Building Information Modeling 5. Upgrade knowledge and skills to keep pace with real-world changes.
3 Credits (2+2P) 6. Produce projects that respect the intellectual property of others.
Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the development
7. Participate in activities of professional organization and community
of virtual 3D building models, construction documents, renderings and
service.
basic animations related to architectural, structural, and mechanical/
8. Demonstrate professionalism with regard to attendance, punctuality
electrical/plumbing building components. Utilizes the latest BIM
and contribution to course.
technologies in the integration one, parametric BIM. Restricted to
Community Colleges campuses only. 9. Demonstrate professional demeanor. 1
10. Practice productive work skills. 1
DRFT 180. Residential Drafting
3 Credits (2+2P) 11. Create an employment portfolio.
Basic residential drafting including, floor plans, foundation plans,
sections, roof plans, exterior and interior elevations, and site plans. DRFT 214. Advanced Solid Modeling
3 Credits (2+2P)
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Advanced 3D mechanical parametric solid modeling and assembly 8. Identify plumbing fixtures and materials typically included in
creation utilizing Inventor, Solidworks, and/or other applicable solid residential and commercial plans.
modeling and parametric modeling software packages. Creation of 9. Cite sizing standards of plumbing piping. 1
complete working drawing sets and/or sheet sets, PDF documents, and 10. Specify methods to conserve energy in the plumbing installation. 1
assembly drawings will be emphasized. Developing and designing parts
11. Draft plumbing lines and symbols with proper line weights and
and assemblies to meet client needs will be introduced and explored.
abbreviations. 1
Restricted to Community Colleges campuses only.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DRFT 114. 12. Describe drainage and vent systems. 1
Learning Outcomes 13. Differentiate between public and private sewage disposal systems,
1. Recognize standard views of a given object. and identify basic component of each system. 1
2. Recognize auxiliary views of a given object. 14. Create and utilize symbols legends and schedules used in preparing
3. Evaluate shop drawings and hand drawings. plumbing plans. 1
4. Create PDFs and Three-Dimensional PDFs from Three-Dimensional 15. Identify code requirements related to heating and cooling equipment
models and assemblies. and duct systems. 1
5. Dimension working mechanical drawings following appropriate 16. Explain how differing heating and cooling systems work. 1
industry standards. 17. Contrast zonal and central heating systems and list the advantages
6. Produce sectional views of a given object. and disadvantages of each. 1
7. Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT) practices and 18. List the code requirements for HVAC systems. 1
standards to working drawings. 19. Define basic HVAC terminology and identify basic HVAC symbols. 2
8. Identify standard thread and fastener callouts. 20. Describe how schedules are used in HVAC drawings, and cite the kind
9. Apply standard thread and fastener specifications. 1 of information included in schedules. 2
10. Produce assembly drawings. 1 21. Create and utilize symbols legends and schedules used in preparing
HVAC plans.
11. Produce working drawing sets and/or sheet sets. 1
12. Interpret client needs/instructions. DRFT 240. Structural Systems Drafting
3 Credits (2+2P)
DRFT 222. Introduction to Geomatics
Study of foundations, wall systems, floor systems and roof systems in
3 Credits (2+3P)
residential, commercial and industrial design/construction. Produce
Theory and practice of geomatics as applied to plane surveying in the
structural drawings including foundation plans, wall and building
areas of linear measurements, angle measurements, area determination,
sections, floor and roof framing plans, shop drawings and details;
differential and trigonometric leveling, and topographic mapping.
schedules, materials lists and specifications. Use of various software.
Crosslisted with: SUR 222.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DRFT 180 or DRFT 181. Restricted to
Prerequisite: MATH 1250G or MATH 1430G.
Community Colleges campuses only.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
1. Various
1. Have a basic understanding of Structural Systems.
DRFT 230. Building Systems Drafting 2. Have a knowledge of the different types of materials used in
3 Credits (2+2P) Structural Design.
Development of working drawings for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC 3. Understand the complete lifecycle of a project as it pertains the
systems, for residential and commercial building through the applications Structural Systems.
of both 2D Drafting and 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM) 4. Be able to take basic hand sketches and turn them into usable
techniques. Basics of project setup, National CAD Standards, ADA construction documents.
Standards, modern office practice, code analysis, as well as Sustainability 5. Project File management skills.
and LEED for new construction. Restricted to: Community Colleges only.
Prerequisite: DRFT 180 or DRFT 181. DRFT 242. Roadway Development Drafting
Learning Outcomes 3 Credits (2+2P)
1. Differentiate between three phases of electrical installation: Advanced civil/survey technology and drafting related to roadway
temporary, rough-in, and finish. development. Emphasis is on relevant terminology, codes/standards,
2. Define basic electrical terms. and the production of complex working drawings such as topographical/
3. Cite basic rules of electrical circuit design. grading, drainage, master utilities, roadway P P/details/etc., according to
4. Specify methods of wiring a home with energy conservation agency standards. Restricted to Community Colleges campuses only.
techniques. Prerequisite: DRFT 143.
Learning Outcomes
5. Draft basic electrical symbols, including switches, duplex receptacle
1. Become familiar with industry terminology.
outlets, ceiling and wall-mounted lights, and circuit lines.
2. Utilize file management.
6. Identify basic service specification requirements, including service
3. Configure AutoCAD for the civil drafting environment.
capacity, service entrance, meter base, and distribution panel
locations. 4. Recognize and utilize line types associated with Civil Drafting.
7. Create and utilize symbols legends and schedules used in preparing 5. Create a standardized layering system for duplication of drawings.
electrical plans. 6. Understand industry standards and conventions for roadway
development.
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7. Utilize design standards in the creation of roadway development 6. AutoCAD software for 2-D Drafting.
drawings. 7. Revit software for Building Information Modeling (BIM).
8. Generate roadway alignments. 8. Accuracy, legibility, neatness, and professional appearance of
9. Generate existing ground profiles. 1 drawings.
10. Generate proposed finish ground roadway profiles while adhering to 9. Drafting skills and speed. 1
design standards. 1 10. Work ethics, professionalism, and productive work habits. 1
11. Create utility plans that incorporate main lines, service lines, and all 11. Teamwork and presentations.
associated fittings. 1
12. Understand utility terminology and standards. 1 DRFT 254. Spatial Data Processing
13. Determine flow line, BOC elevations, etc. 1 3 Credits (2+2P)
Utilizes the tools and technologies of GIS, processing volumes of geodata
14. Understand the concepts of super elevated roadways roadway
identifying a numerical, coded or listed map. Involves the analysis of
transitions. 1
spatial data from various diverse applications and place in a descriptive
15. Generate finish grade surfaces. mapping process. Restricted to Community Colleges campuses only.
Prerequisite: DRFT 204.
DRFT 243. Land Development Drafting
Learning Outcomes
3 Credits (2+2P) 1. Present projects and critiques using visual, oral, and written
Advanced civil/survey technology and drafting related to land communication skills.
development. Emphasis is on relevant terminology codes/standards, and
2. Prepare written technical documents use appropriate drafting/
the production of complex working drawings such as subdivision plats,
technical terminology.
local utility and drainage plans, construction details roadway P P, etc.,
according to local development/ agency standards. 3. Produce documents that are technically sound.
Prerequisite: DRFT 143 and DRFT 153. 4. Analyze information to develop solutions to technical aspects of a
Learning Outcomes problem/situation.
1. Use appropriate drafting/technical terminology. 5. Upgrade knowledge and skills to keep pace with real-world changes.
2. Produce documents that are technically sound. 6. Produce projects that respect the intellectual property of others.
3. Analyze information to develop solutions to technical aspects of a 7. Participate in activities of professional organization and community
problem/situation. service.
4. Upgrade knowledge and skills to keep pace with real-world changes. 8. Demonstrate professionalism with regard to attendance, punctuality
5. Demonstrate professionalism. and contribution to course.
6. Practice productive work skills. 9. Demonstrate professional demeanor. 1
7. Read engineering drawings. 10. Practice productive work skills. 1
8. Produce complex engineering drawings. 11. Create an employment portfolio.
9. Read and interpret design standards related to land development and
subdivision design. 1 DRFT 255. Independent Study
1-3 Credits (1-3)
10. Plot or print to industry size sheets of paper.
Instructor-approved projects in drafting or related topics specific to the
student's individual areas of interest and relevant to the drafting and
DRFT 250. Principles of Detailing and Design
graphics technology curriculum. Consent of instructor required. May be
3 Credits (2+2P)
repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
Advanced practice in construction documentation in the development
and coordination of working drawings & specifications. In particular, will DRFT 258. Introduction to Infraworks
utilize Architectural Graphic Standards, National CAD Standards, and 3 Credits (2+2P)
ADA standards to develop detail drawings related to Architectural, Civil, Introduction to the utilization of Infraworks software for the
Structural and Building Mechanical systems. Will also be introduced to conceptualization, optimization, and visualization of infrastructure
basic principles, factors, and process of building design such as space projects in the context of the built and natural environment. Restricted to
planning, site analysis, and basic architectural programming. Community Colleges campuses
Prerequisite/Corequisite: DRFT 180 or DRFT 181. Restricted to Prerequisite(s): DRFT 143.
Community Colleges campuses only. Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes 1. Prepare accurate written technical documents,
1. Experience producing the various types of detailed working drawings 2. Produce drawing documents that are technically sound,
and related information for Civil, Residential Commercial Projects. 3. Develop and practice productive work skills, and
2. Industry Standards: Architectural Graphic Standards, National CAD 4. Upgrade technical knowledge and skills to keep pace with real-world
Standards, Building, and Land Development Codes, etc. changes DRFT 253 Course Competencies l. Navigate within a 3D
3. Internet Research methods for construction materials/methods, drawing/modeling space,
construction documents, CAD details, etc. 5. Connect drawings to data sources,
4. Architectural design process, including programming, schematic 6. Stylize data sources,
design documents, design development documents, and construction
7. Create models elements,
documents.
8. Analyze models,
5. Sustainability and LEED in architecture.
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