The student will gain knowledge and skills needed to produce drawings and understand basic drafting theory. Topics developed on the board will include sketching, lettering, instruments, scaling, applied geometry, orthographic projection, dimensioning, applied technical mathematical relations, primary auxiliary views, sections, threads, and weld symbols.
This is a systems oriented course designed to introduce students to the concepts, techniques, and applications of PC-based computer aided drafting. It is the intent of the course to provide students with competencies that will allow them to use the system to create drawing files and down load files for hard copies. Command structure, coordinate systems, text dimensions, and plotting will be covered.
This course is the study of the principles involved in the construction drawings of an average wood frame residential structure. A complete set of working drawings will be developed.
The study and application of standards used for producing working drawings, including the fundamentals of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Both detail and assembly drawings will be mechanically produced.
Fundamentals of mapping and geographic information systems (GIS). Includes applications of mapping projections, presentation of surveying information, and GIS methods. Mapping and GIS computer applications will be used and developed throughout the course.
This is a study in advanced CAD concepts and procedures to develop three-dimensional wire frame models. Emphasis will be on the creation and use of 3D primitives, surface modeling, basic solids modeling, shading techniques, and the use of animation software. Exercises will include rendered output to paint type printers.
A planned and supervised work-learning experience in industry, business, government, or community service agencies related to the University program of study.
Prerequisites: Two semesters of attendance at Montana State University-Northern, approval of advisor, Dean of the College of Technical Sciences, and cooperative education coordinator. Pass/Fail only
The student will explore advanced computer modeling techniques used in industrial design. Students will experiment with various applications in solving assigned problems.
Prerequisites: DRFT 256, DRFT 356, or consent of instructor Course Fee: $10.00
This course will introduce the successful student to various aspects of CAD Management and decision making. The successful student will gain knowledge applicable to an active CAD environment in which technological concerns need to be addressed in a clear and efficient manner.
A study in the effects of using CAD images, animation, and video for professional presentations. Students will explore a variety of software and techniques. A final project will be required.
Prerequisite: DRFT 256 or instructor permission Course Fee: $15.00
An advanced course designed to prepare the student for the basics of mechanical design. Techniques and procedures used in the design process, geometric tolerancing and dimensioning, and the application of CAD will be studied.
This course meets the general education requirements for a capstone course. Prerequisite: DRFT 205 and DRFT 256 Course Fee: $10.00
3 semester credits (Lec.1, Lab. 4; Spring) The application of pictorial representations to describe external and internal design features of manufactured components, subassemblies, and completed products; and construction projects.
A continuation in the study of CAD presentation and simulation techniques that builds on the skills learned in DRFT 356. Advanced multimedia and 3D studio concepts and methods will be explored to create still and animated images.
3 semester credits (Lec. 2, Lab. 2; Spring) This is a system oriented course designed to introduce students to the concepts and techniques involved with AEC-CAD applications software. Applications relating to residential drawing and small commercial design will be explored. A plot plan, foundation plan, floor plan, electrical plan, elevations, and a 3D pictorial will be developed.
Prerequisites: DRFT 201 and DRFT 256 Course Fee: $15.00
A planned and supervised work-learning experience extending the student’s learning experience in industry, business, government, or community service agencies related to the University program of study.
Prerequisites: Cooperative Education 298 or Junior standing and approval of advisor, Dean of the College of Technical Sciences, and cooperative education coordinator. Pass/Fail only
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Course Fee: $15.00
Prerequisite: DRFT 131, or permission of instructor
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