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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Drafting 110B
Course Description and Outline


DFT 110B: Blueprint Reading For Industry


2008-2009
Credits 3
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Drafting
Academic Division Technology
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Teaches those concepts required by machine shops or engineering, electrical and welding industries. Student will begin with simple prints and proceed to more advanced prints.
II : Course Objectives

Demonstrate an understanding of methods used to produce drawings and blueprints.

Demonstrate the ability to interpret multiview drawings.

Demonstrate an understanding of drawing dimensions.

Demonstrate an understanding of tolerances and allowances.

Demonstrate a basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing(GDT).

Demonstrate an ability to interpret fastener designations.

Demonstrate an ability to interpret welding drawings.

III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

The mission of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Drafting Technology is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the current drafting environment.

This course addresses the following A.A.S. degree student learning outcomes:

1. Know the subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree

2. Are able to do the following:
a. acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement.
c. demonstrate effective communication and computation skills appropriate to the chosen occupational field.
d. utilize appropriate resources to remain current in the chosen occupational field.

Sections II and III were prepared on November 1, 2007. Please contact the Technology division for more information.
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