DCCCD
These Course Descriptions include updates that were added after the original publication on April 4, 2017.
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DFTG 1215 (2 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Architectural Blueprint Reading This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of blueprint reading for the construction industry. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at NLC, RLC Basic Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: 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. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1409. The student may register for either DFTG 1309 or DFTG 1409 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Drafting for Specific Occupations This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Discussion of theory and practice with drafting methods and the terminology required for non-drafting majors to prepare working drawings in their occupational fields. (3 Lec.) |
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DFTG 1315 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Blueprint Reading This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Introductory. Course Description: The fundamentals of blueprint reading for the construction industry will be examined. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Blueprint Reading and Sketching This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1329 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Electro-Mechanical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A basic course including layout and design of electro-mechanical equipment from engineering notes and sketches. Emphasis on drawing of electronic equipment control panels, interior hardware, exterior enclosures, detailed and assembly drawings with a parts list, and flat pattern layouts. (2 Lec, 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1333 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Mechanical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An intermediate course covering detail drawings with proper dimensioning and tolerances, use of sectioning techniques, common fasteners, isometrics and oblique drawings, including bill of materials. (2 Lec., 4 Lab. / 2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1340 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics include CAD equipment, software selection and interface; setting up a CAD workstation; upgrading a computer to run advanced CAD software; storage devices; storing, retrieving, back-up and sharing databases; file servers and local area networks (LANs); and transferring drawing files over the Internet. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at RLC Parametric Modeling and Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Parametric-based design software for mechanical assembly design and drafting. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1358 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Electrical/Electronics Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the principles of layout of electrical and electronic drawings, stressing modern representation used for block diagrams, schematic diagrams, logic diagrams, wiring/assembly drawings, printed circuit board layouts, motor control diagrams, power distribution diagrams, and electrical one-line diagrams. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1392 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Special Topics in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1394 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Electronics CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1395 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Special Topics in Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1405 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Technical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduction to the principles of drafting to include terminology and fundamentals, including size and shape descriptions, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1305. The student may register for either DFTG 1405 or DFTG 1305 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1409 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Basic Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to basic computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on drawing setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1309. The student may register for either DFTG 1409 or DFTG 1309 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1417 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Drafting - Residential This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, terms, and symbols. Preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structures. Emphasis on light frame construction methods. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Blueprint Reading and Sketching This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to reading and interpreting working drawings for fabrication processes and associated trades. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Parametric Modeling and Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Parametric-based design software for 3D design and drafting. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1492 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1493 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1495 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Special Topics in Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2305 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Printed Circuit Board Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An intermediate course including single-sided and double-sided printed circuit board design, emphasizing the drawings, standards, and processes required to layout printed circuit board and manufacturing documentation. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2312 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Technical Illustration and Presentation This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1309 or DFTG 1409. Course Description: Topics include pictorial drawing including isometrics, obliques, perspectives, charts, and graphs. Emphasis on rendering and using different media. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2313 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Basic Integrated Circuit Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The study of layout and design of integrated circuits. Instruction in layout technology and laboratory exercises to enable students to layout simple digital integrated circuits from schematic diagrams and design rules. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2319 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at NLC Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: 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. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2321 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Topographical Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A course in map drafting. Emphasis is given to plotting of surveyors field notes, plotting elevations, contour drawings, plan and profiles, and laying out traverses. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2328 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Architectural Drafting - Commercial This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, and symbols including preparation of detailed working drawings for commercial buildings, with emphasis on construction methods generated using computer aided design technology. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2428. This student may register for either DFTG 2328 or DFTG 2428 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2332 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at RLC Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced techniques, including the use of a customized system. Presentation of advanced drawing applications, such as three-dimensional solids modeling and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2333 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Integrated Circuit Design This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 2313. Course Description: Implementation of advanced techniques in the design of complex integrated circuits; projects require students to use multiple sets of design rules meeting industrial standards of current technologies. Instruction in layout technology and laboratory exercises to enable students to layout complex analog integrated circuits from schematic diagrams and design rules. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at RLC Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1309. Course Description: Use parametric-based software for mechanical design for advanced modeling and analysis. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2336 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Computer-Aided Drafting Programming This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Emphasis on the productivity of CAD software through development of computer-aided drafting programs with emphasis on database design, access techniques, and structure methods with particular application in engineering graphics. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2338 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Final Project - Advanced Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A drafting course in which students participate in a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2340 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Solid Modeling/Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: 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. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2440. The student may register for either DFTG 2340 or DFTG 2440 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2347 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Advanced Technical Animation and Rendering This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced three-dimensional (3-D) modeling and rendering techniques using industry standard software. Includes organic modeling techniques, particle and volumetric effects, and setting up a model with weight maps, hierarchies, and constraints. Emphasizes advanced use of camera settings, lighting, and surface to create detailed environments. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2356 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Printed Circuit Board Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course including the layout of surface mounted components and integrated circuit modular design, emphasizing the design and drawing layouts required to produce surface mounted components and integrated circuit modular printed circuit boards. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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DFTG 2402 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Machine Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Production of detail and assembly drawings of machines, threads, gears, utilizing tolerances, limit dimensioning, and surface finishes. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2419 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Basic Computer-Aided Drafting or the approval of the instructor. Course Description: The fundamentals of computer aided drafting using an alternative computer aided drafting program. Emphasis is placed on drawing set-up; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects; adding text and dimensions; using layers and coordinating systems; as well as using input and output devices. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2423 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Pipe Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of pipe fittings, symbols, specifications and their applications to a piping process system. Creation of symbols and their usage in flow diagrams, plans, elevations, and isometrics. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2428 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Drafting-Commercial This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drafting procedures, practices, governing codes, terms and symbols including the preparation of detailed working drawings for a commercial building, with emphasis on commercial construction methods. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2328. The student may register for either DFTG 2428 or DFTG 2328 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2430 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Civil Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An in-depth study of drafting methods and principles used in civil engineering. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2431 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1417. Course Description: 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. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2432 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Exploration of the use of system customization for drawing production enhancement and the principles of data manipulation. Presentation of advanced applications, such as three-dimensional objects creation and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2435 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1409. Course Description: Use parametric based mechanical design software for mechanical assembly design and drafting. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2335. The student may register for either DFTG 2335 or DFTG 2435 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2438 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Final Project–Advanced Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A drafting course in which students participate in a comprehensive project from conception to conclusion. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2440 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Solid Modeling/Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: 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. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2340. The student may register for either DFTG 2440 or DFTG 2340 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Advanced Pipe Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A continuation of pipe drafting concepts building on the basic principles acquired in pipe drafting. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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NDTE 2411 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Preparation for Certified Welding Inspector Exam This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Fundamentals of welding and inspection, code interpretation, and the practical portion in preparation for the certified welding inspector examination. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 1 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1200 (2 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Introduction to Welding This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Equipment used in oxy-fuel and arc welding. Includes cutting of ferrous metals. Emphasizes welding and cutting safety and basic welding processes. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1273 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Layout and Fabrication This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1274 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Layout and Fabrication This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A continuation of the introductory Layout and Fabrication course which covers design and production of shop layout and fabrication. Emphasis placed on symbols, blueprints, and written specifications. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1277 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Welding Fundamentals I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: An introduction to the safety, techniques and practice in the use of oxy-fuel and shielded metal arc welding equipment. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1278 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Welding Fundamentals II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: A continuation in the fundamentals of equipment used in welding. This course also covers basic metallurgy. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 3 Lab./1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at CVC Introduction to Welding Using Multiple Processes This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic welding processes. Includes oxy-fuel welding (OFW) and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1317 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Layout and Fabrication This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A fundamental course in layout and fabrication related to the welding industry. Major emphasis on structural shapes and use in construction. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1323 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Welding Safety, Tools, and Equipment This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to welding careers and safety practice, including welding safety; OSHA and the Hazardous Communication Act; Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS); basic mathematics; measuring systems; shop operations; use and care of precision measuring tools; and the use and care of hand and power tools. Instruction on various types of welding equipment and processes, basic welding gases, fluxes, rods, electrodes, symbols, and blueprints. Lab required. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1337 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Introduction to Welding Metallurgy This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of ferrous and nonferrous metals from the ore to the finished product. Emphasis on metal alloys, heat treating, hard surfacing, welding techniques, forging, foundry processes, and mechanical properties of metal including hardness, machinability, and ductility. (1 Lec., 5 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Changes) |
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WLDG 1381 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education-Welding Technology/Welder This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.) |
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WLDG 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 6 Lab./2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Oxy-Fuel Welding and Cutting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to oxy-fuel welding and cutting, including history and future in welding, safety, setup and maintenance of oxy-fuel welding, and cutting equipment and supplies. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1428 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to shielded metal arc welding process. Emphasis placed on power sources, electrode selection, oxy-fuel cutting, and various joint designs. Instruction provided in SMAW fillet welds in various positions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1430 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the principles of gas metal arc welding, setup and use of GMAW equipment, and safe use of tools/equipment. Instruction in various joint designs. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1230. The student may register for either WLDG 1430 or WLDG 1230 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1434 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Introduction to Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) Welding This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the principles of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), setup/use of GTAW equipment, and safe use of tools and equipment. Welding instruction in various positions on joint designs. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1234. The student may register for either WLDG 1434 or WLDG 1234 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1435 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Introduction to Pipe Welding This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to welding of pipe using the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW), including electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. Emphasis on weld positions 1G and 2G using various electrodes. Lab required. (3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1457 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the production of various fillets and groove welds. Preparation of specimens for testing in all test positions. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 1257. The student may register for either WLDG 1457 or WLDG 1257 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1471 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Welding Qualifications This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Topics covered will include interpretation of applicable welding specifications, electrode use, current/polarity characteristics, performing a wide range of welding operations, weld quality analysis, welding supplies/materials conservation practices, and operational safety practices. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Special Topics in Welder/Welding Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2270 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Pipe Welding I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Pipe welding using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2271 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes I This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding and shield metal arc welding (SMAW). (1 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2272 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), or any other approved welding process. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2273 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Pipe Welding II This is a Local Need Course. Course Description: This course provides a more in depth understanding of the SMAW process. Position of welds will be 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G using various electrodes. Topics covered include electrode selection, equipment setup, and safe shop practices. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Advanced Blueprint Interpretation and Cost Analysis This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A continuation of the Blueprint for Welders course. Emphasis placed on inspection, cost analysis, and estimating, including instruction in basic drafting skills. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2413 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Intermediate Welding Using Multiple Processes This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Instruction using layout tools and blueprint reading with demonstration and guided practices with some of the following welding processes: oxy-fuel gas cutting and welding, shield metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, or any other approved welding process. This course is cross-listed as WLDG 2213. The student may register for either WLDG 2413 or WLDG 2213 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2443 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2447 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced topics in GMAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2451 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced topics in GTAW welding, including welding in various positions and directions. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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WLDG 2455 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College. Offered at MVC Advanced Welding Metallurgy This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of metallurgy as it applies to welding, including structure, identification, and testing of metals; temperature changes and their effect on welded metals; properties of metals, and factors affecting weldability of ferrous and nonferrous metals. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
