Program Educational Objectives for Drafting/Design Engineering Technology:

1)            Ability to use tools and technologies of the CAD draftsperson effectively

2)            Competency using a computer workstation to produce engineering drawings and how the system manages engineering related data

3)            Competency with manual drawing on a board.

4)            Competency with Drafting Standards

5)            Ability to complete and edit drawings in the various disciplines such as Mechanical, Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Electronics and Piping

6)            Ability to design, analyze and use engineering drawings to improve processes and products.

7)            Commitment to quality and continuous quality improvement.

8)             Demonstration of good oral, written, and graphical communication

9)             Ability to appreciate and engage in life long learning

10)           Function effectively as a team member

11)           Understand the importance of ethical behavior in the professions, society and economy

12)           Competency to enter the job market or continue pursuing an advanced degree

1)            Apply basic concepts to multi-view and pictorial drawings. Explore freehand sketching, manual drafting techniques and the use of computer graphics.

2)            Develop three dimensional geometrical models using wireframe and solid modeling techniques. Develop oblique and isometric drawings for illustrations purposes. Create three dimensional parametric models and prototypes.

3)            Complete a set of residential plans for a single family dwelling that meets basic building code and construction specifications.

4)            Analyze and solve three dimensional space problems such as points, lines, planes, developments, solids and shade/shadows.

5)            Explore various application areas such as mapping, piping, electronics and industrial detail drawings.

6)            Development and solution of residential design problems using renderings, illustrations and sketches for interior design.

7)            Design and development of drawing modern tooling techniques that include jig and fixture design for various machining operations.

8)             Demonstrate a commitment to quality while engaging in life long learning.

9)             Function effectively as a team member to solve problems and complete tasks.

10)          Understand the importance of ethical behavior in the professions, diversity in society and the economy.