DFTG Courses

  • DFTG 1309 - Basic Computer-Aided Drafting

    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.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

  • DFTG 1317 - Architectural Drafting – Residential

    Architectural drafting procedures, practices, terms, and symbols. Preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structures. Emphasis on light frame construction methods

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

  • DFTG 1405 - Introduction to Technical Drawing

    An introduction to reading, interpreting, and developing technical drawings, including the principles of drafting and computer-aided design.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

  • DFTG 1413 - Drafting for Specific Occupations

    Discussion of theory and practice with drafting methods and the terminology required to prepare working drawings in specific or various occupational fields

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

  • DFTG 1425 - Blueprint Reading and Sketching

    An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades. Topics to include welding drawing, HVAC, electrical and architectural/construction.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 4.0
    Lab hours: 1.0

  • DFTG 1433 - Mechanical Drafting

    Study of mechanical drawings using dimensioning and tolerances, sectioning techniques, orthographic projection, and pictorial drawings.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Prerequisites:

  • DFTG 1445 - Parametric Modeling and Design

    Parametric-based design software for 3D design and drafting.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Prerequisites:

    • DFTG 2419 - Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting

    Restrictions:

    • DFTG 2419 or consent of instructor

  • DFTG 2331 - Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting

    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.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 3.0
    Lecture hours: 2.0
    Lab hours: 4.0

    Prerequisites:

    Restrictions:

    • DFTG 1309 or consent of instructor

  • DFTG 2402 - Machine Drafting

    Production of detail and assembly drawings of machines, threads, gears, utilizing tolerances, limit dimensioning and surface finishes.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Prerequisites:

  • DFTG 2412 - Technical Illustrations and Presentations

    Study of pictorial drawings including isometrics, obliques, perspectives, charts, and graphs. Emphasis on rendering and using different media.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

  • DFTG 2419 - Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting

    A continuation of practices and techniques used in basic computer-aided drafting including the development and use of prototype drawings, construction of pictorial drawings, extracting data and basics of 3D.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Prerequisites:

  • DFTG 2427 - Landscape Drafting

    A study of site planning and landscape design.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

  • DFTG 2428 - Architectural Drafting–Commercial

    Preparation of architectural drawings for commercial structures with emphasis on construction methods, including architectural drafting procedures, practices, governing codes, accessibility requirements, terms and symbols.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

  • DFTG 2430 - Civil Drafting

    Preparation of civil drawings including drafting methods and principles used in civil engineering.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Prerequisites:

  • DFTG 2438 - Final Project – Advanced Drafting

    A drafting course in which students participate in a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. • Identify Problems • Use industry standard research techniques. • Create complete drawing packages

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 2.0

    Prerequisites:

  • DFTG 2440 - Solid Modeling/Design

    A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 3.0
    Lab hours: 3.0

    Prerequisites:

  • DFTG 2450 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

    Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, according to standards, application of various geometric dimensions and tolerances to production drawings.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0
    Lecture hours: 4.0
    Lab hours: 1.0

    Prerequisites:

  • DFTG 2486 - Internship – Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General.

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Grade Basis: L
    Credit hours: 4.0

    Restrictions:

    • This is a 20 hour per week internship program
    • Consent of Professor