PRACTICAL ARTS -INDUSTRIAL ARTS / TECHNOLOGY

TECHNICAL DRAWING

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

This course introduces students to the traditional drafting graphic language used in industry to produce working drawings. Students practice and refine traditional hand skills through line weight and lettering on drawings.

Emphasis is on orthographic projection, section views, isometric, and basic modeling. Students considering a career in technology, engineering and industry would benefit from the foundation gained in this course. Introduction to 3-D printing using the makerbot 3-D printer for completed Class Projects.

ENGINEERING DRAWING

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

This course is an advanced technical drawing class that includes sheet metal development, machine drawing, and technical illustration. Students continue the use of computer programs to generate and solve advanced problems. Students involve themselves in the design/program solving process in the development of new ideas and products. Introduction to 3-D printing using the makerbot 3-D printer for completed Class Projects. Portfolio building process as part of requirement for College acceptance, with emphasis on electronic and paper portfolios. PREREQUISITE: Technical Drawing

ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

This course introduces students to the fascinating world of architecture. Home planning and design, floor arrangement, exterior design, and other considerations that are factored into home design are covered. Introduction to 3-D printing using the makerbot 3-D printer for completed Class Projects. Portfolio building process as part of requirement for College acceptance, with emphasis on electronic and paper portfolios. PREREQUISITE: Technical Drawing

ADVANCED ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING

Credits: 5.0 (Year)

This course is designed for advanced drafting students interested in specializing in an area of drafting, design or engineering. Independent study and individual research projects are the central elements of this course. Projects result in a set of drawings for a portfolio related to an area of interest. Completion of this course prepares students for articulation with the drafting program at Brookdale Community College. Introduction to 3-D printing using makerbot 3-D printer for completed Class Projects. Portfolio building process as part of requirement for College acceptance, with emphasis on electronic and paper portfolios. PREREQUISITE: Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawing, and Architectural Drawing.

MATERIALS PROCESSING

Credits: 2.5 (Semester)

This course teaches students how to use materials and processes to complete class assignments. Topics include safety consciousness, tool and equipment use, material characteristics, and fabricating with various materials (i.e. wood, metal, plastic).

MATERIALS PROCESSING LAB

Credits: 2.5 (Semester)

In this project-oriented course, students concentrate on the development of good design and craftsmanship. Students increase woodworking skills and make advanced joint construction using machine processes. Fabrication of projects will include various materials (i.e. wood, metal, plastic). Students may take this class more than once.