GCC CAD COURSES

Susan Campbell
Occupational Program Director

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS


CAD100	Fundamentals of 2D AutoCAD
Utilize AutoCAD software to generate two-dimensional (2-D) drawings and components in a generic installation. Apply basic AutoCAD commands and properties to format, draw, edit, layer, dimension, import/export, and manage drawing files. Creation, manipulation, and hardcopy production of 2-D drawing files from major AutoCAD command and display environments and plot options. Prerequisites: None.
CAD101	Elements of CAD Graphics (AutoCAD)
Computer generation of common design components using pure elements and basic geometric procedures. Development of concept illustration based on standard pictorial methods. Introduction of multiview presentations and projection techniques. Prerequisites: None. *This course is recommended to be taken at the same time as CAD100 for degree and certificate seeking students.
CAD145	Survey of CAD
Survey of the basic standards and procedures for drawing setups and design documentation in the fields of architecture, manufacturing, and civil technology. Multisource hardcopy design presentation. Prerequisites: CAD101 and CAD135.
CAD155	Advanced 2D CAD Techniques
Techniques associated with the automation and semi-automation of design documentation; attribute manipulation and file maintenance; advanced plotting techniques. Prerequisites: CAD101 and CAD135.
CAD165	Architectural Software (AutoCAD Architecture) I: Residential CAD
Introduction to AutoCAD Architecture, a solid modeling software used by architecture professionals. Procedures unique to advanced software and pertinent to architectural documentation. Emphasis on residential working drawings. Prerequisites: CAD145 or permission of instructor.
CAD167	Architectural Software (REVIT) I: Residential CAD
Introduction to REVIT architectural modeling software. Development of skills pertinent to architectural documentation. Introduction to Revit is taught creating a basic set of residential working drawings. Prerequisites: CAD145 or permission of instructor.
CAD175	Manufacturing Modeling and Design
Specialized training in parametric parts and assembly modeling with an emphasis in manufacturing design. Design, construction and documentation of primitive, regional, and composite models using American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards. Prerequisites: (CAD145, CAD155 and CAD215) or permission of instructor.
CAD186	Site Development I
Use coordinate geometry and survey point databases to create topographic maps utilizing civil engineering/surveying application software. Volumetric analysis of earthwork (cut and fills). Production of base mapping, earthwork, grading, and drainage plans. Prerequisites: CAD145 or permission of instructor.
CAD215	Three-Dimensional AutoCAD Modeling
Reduction of 3D design concepts to coordinate space and procedural syntax required for AutoCAD 3D file development. Manipulation of wireframes; surfacing techniques; development of solids using Boolean operations. Production of standard displays and outputs involving 3D objects. Prerequisites: (CAD101 and CAD135) or permission of instructor.
CAD245	Design and Modeling of Mechanisms
Specialized training in the design of manufactured products using commercially available mechanisms and hardware. Specific applications include: cams, gears, specification control parts, and operating sheets (O.S.) and methods of tooling (M.O.T.). Prerequisites: CAD175 or permission of instructor.
CAD255	Structural Details
CAD-based instruction in the development of framing plans, sections, and details of typical southwestern construction systems. Creation of personal standard detail files for wood, concrete/masonry, and steel construction systems. Includes applicable codes, materials, methods, and office practices. Prerequisites: CAD145 or permission of instructor.
CAD265	Architectural Software (AutoCAD Architecture) II: Commercial CAD
Use of AutoCAD Architecture, an architectural solid modeling software to generate features associated with commercial building design. CAD treatment of selected details and other structural practices common to nonresidential buildings. Emphasis on the practices and standards of working drawings. Prerequisites: CAD165.
CAD267	Architectural Software (REVIT) II: Commercial CAD
Advanced use of Revit architectural modeling software to generate drawings and features associated with commercial building design. Emphasis is on the customization of 3D features and development of custom families. Prerequisites: CAD167.
CAD281	Electro-Mechanical Product Documentation
Specialized training in the documentation and design of electro-mechanical products, using various sources of design information as part of the manufacturing process. Typical construction documents for this class will include block, schematic, logic, and interconnect diagrams, electronic component assemblies (ECA's), printed wiring board packages, and chassis and rack design including front panel layout. Prerequisites: CAD175 or permission of instructor.
CAD286	Site Development II
Advanced civil CAD course utilizing a coordinate geometry and survey point database to create construction drawings utilizing the latest civil engineering/surveying software. Prerequisites: CAD186.
CAD295	Design Geometry
CAD based graphical solutions for problems in architectural and engineering design. Study of the geometry of technical drawing with an emphasis on the space relationship of points, lines and planes. Develop skills used to resolve design problems using both analytical and graphical methods. Prerequisites: (CAD215 and DFT107) or permission of instructor.
BLT263	Building Codes
Designed specifically to acquaint students with safety principles of building construction under the International Building Code (IBC), including structural requirements for wood, masonry and concrete, fire resistance of building construction, fire resistant materials, and ratings and occupancy requirements. Prerequisites: None.
DFT106	Algebra and Graphs for Design Technology
Algebraic principles and applications used in the design trades. Additional topics in the use of rectangular coordinates. Prerequisites: MAT092 or equivalent, or 1 year of high school algebra, or permission of department.
DFT107	Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry for Design Technology
An introduction to plane trigonometry and plane and solid geometry with practical applications to the field of design drafting. Problems in the analysis of force, stress, and vectors as well as primary geometric considerations. Prerequisites: DFT106 or equivalent.
CET211	Strength of Materials
A study of strength and application of the materials of engineering construction, including the mechanics of beams, shafts, and bolted and welded connections under various loading conditions. Prerequisites: DFT107, or ELT102, or (MAT151 and MAT182), or MAT187, or equivalent, or permission of department.
ART184	Computer Animation
The art of animation (animated sequences, special effects, titles, etc.) using the computer. Construction characters, background graphics, color, scaling, storyboard, cells, timing, editing, and surface rendering. Screening and discussion of selected animated short films and videos. Prerequisites: ART100, or ART111, or ART116, or permission of instructor.
ART185	Modeling, Rendering and Animation for Technical Presentations
Intermediate course in technical modeling, visualization, and animation. Uses Discreet's 3D Studio's software suite of modeling, rendering and animation tools to visualize and solve design issues. Development of professional quality presentation materials for design projects. Prerequisites: ART/MMT184 or (ART/MMT184AA, ART/MMT184AB, ART/MMT184AC) and CAD215 or permission of instructor.




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