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ARCE 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, NLC Architectural Materials and Methods of Construction This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Properties, specifications, vendor references, and uses of materials as related to architectural systems of structures. (3 Lec.) |
ARCE 1421 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Architectural Illustration This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Architectural drawing and sketching. Emphasizes freehand drawing, perspectives, delineation in various media, and development of students' graphical expression. Includes an introduction to various reproduction methods. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
ARCE 1452 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Structural Drafting This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of structural systems including concrete foundations and frames, wood framing and trusses, and structural steel framing systems. Includes detailing of concrete, wood, and steel to meet industry standards including the American Institute of Steel Construction and The American Concrete Institute. (2 Lec., 5 Lab.) |
ARCE 2352 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Mechanical and Electrical Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The properties of building materials (assemblies), specifications, codes, vendor references, and uses of mechanical, plumbing, conveying, and electrical systems as they relate to architecture for residential and commercial construction. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 1302 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Introduction to Technical Animation and Rendering This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Basic study of technical computer models and animation. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Basic Animation This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Examination of animation concepts, principles, and storyboard for basic production. Emphasizes creating movement and expression utilizing traditionally or digitally generated image sequences. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC 3-D Animation I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Intermediate level 3-D course introducing animation tools and techniques used to create movement. Emphasis on using the principles of animation. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 1343 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC, MVC, RLC Digital Sound This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Digitizing sound and incorporating it into multimedia or web titles for various delivery systems. Emphasizes compression issues, sampling, synchronizing, and resource management. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC 3-D Modeling and Rendering I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 1302 or instructor approval. Course Description: Techniques of three-dimensional (3-D) modeling utilizing appropriate software. Includes the creation and modification of 3-D geometric shapes, use of a variety of rendering techniques, camera light sources, texture, and surface mapping. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 1351 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Digital Video This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Producing and editing video and sound for multimedia or web productions. Emphasizes capture, editing, and outputting of video using a desktop digital video workstation. This course is cross-listed as ARTV 1451. The student may register for either ARTV 1351 or ARTV 1451 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 1403 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Basic Animation This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Examination of animation concepts, principles, and storyboard for basic production. Emphasizes creating movement and expression utilizing traditionally or digitally generated image sequences. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
ARTV 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC 3-D Animation I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Intermediate level 3-D course introducing animation tools and techniques used to create movement. Emphasis on using the principles of animation. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
ARTV 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC 3-D Modeling and Rendering I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 1302 or instructor approval. Course Description: Techniques of three-dimensional (3-D) modeling utilizing appropriate software. Includes the creation and modification of 3-D geometric shapes, use of a variety of rendering techniques, camera light sources, texture, and surface mapping. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
ARTV 1451 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Digital Video This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Producing and editing video and sound for multimedia or web productions. Emphasizes capture, editing, and outputting of video using a desktop digital video workstation. This course is cross-listed as ARTV 1351. The student may register for either ARTV 1351 or ARTV 1451 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
ARTV 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC, MVC, NLC, RLC 2-D Animation I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Prior interactive media courses, experience with interactive media software or instructor approval. Course Description: Skill development in the use of software to develop storyboards and two-dimensional animation including creating, importing, and sequencing media elements to create multimedia presentation. Emphasis on conceptualization, creativity, and visual aesthetics. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2330 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC 2-D Animation II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 2301 or instructor approval. Course Description: Advanced study of technical aspects of animation. Emphasizes aesthetic design and completion of an animation project. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC, MVC, NLC, RLC Portfolio Development for Animation This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Prior interactive media courses, experience with interactive media software or instructor approval. Course Description: A course in the development of a professional portfolio to showcase the student''s skills in animation. Includes self-promotion, resumes, portfolio distribution, and interview techniques. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC Advanced Digital Video This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 1351 or instructor approval. Course Description: Advanced digital video techniques for post-production. Emphasizes integration of special effects and animation for film, video, and the Internet. Exploration of new and emerging compression and video streaming technologies. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC 3-D Modeling and Rendering II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 1345 or instructor approval. Course Description: A studio course focused on advanced 3-D modeling and rendering techniques using industry standard software, modeling techniques, camera settings, lighting, and surfacing to develop detailed environments. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2351 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC 3-D Animation II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 1341 or instructor approval. Course Description: Advanced level 3-D course utilizing animation tools and techniques used to develop movement. Emphasis on advanced animation techniques. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2355 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC, RLC Character Rigging and Animation This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced work in 3-D animation. Emphasis on character modeling, rigging and animation. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2401 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC, MVC 2-D Animation I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Prior interactive media courses, experience with interactive media software or instructor approval. Course Description: Skill development in the use of software to develop storyboards and two-dimensional animation including creating, importing, and sequencing media elements to create multimedia presentation. Emphasis on conceptualization, creativity, and visual aesthetics. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
ARTV 2430 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC, MVC, NLC 2-D Animation II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 2401 or instructor approval. Course Description: Technical aspects of traditional animation. Emphasizes aesthetic design and completion of an advanced animation project. Includes application of advanced skills and knowledge. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2435 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Portfolio Development for Animation This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Prior interactive media courses, experience with interactive media software or instructor approval. Course Description: A course in the development of a professional portfolio to showcase the student's skills in animation. Includes self-promotion, resumes, portfolio distribution, and interview techniques. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
ARTV 2445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC 3-D Modeling and Rendering II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 1445 or instructor approval. Course Description: A studio course focused on advanced 3-D modeling and rendering techniques using industry standard software, modeling techniques, camera settings, lighting, and surfacing to develop detailed environments. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2451 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC, MVC 3-D Animation II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ARTV 1341 or ARTV 1441 or instructor approval. Course Description: Advanced level 3-D course utilizing animation tools and techniques used to develop movement. Emphasis on advanced animation techniques. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
ARTV 2470 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Handheld Device Web Application Development This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: IMED 1416 (concurrent) or instructor approval. Course Description: An exploration of mobile web development designs and solutions. Topics include web-based scenarios utilizing Android and iOS applications, problem solving using industry standards from mobile device manufactures and developing mobile solutions with industry accepted software and simulators. Students will be exposed to both Android iOS device development. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
ARTV 2471 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Android Application Programming This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: ITSC 1401 or ITSE 1429 or basic computer skills and programming logic. Course Description: A study of the essential concepts, tools and techniques for developing Android applications for Touch pad devices and smart phones. Topics include basic concepts of Android development, downloading and installing the Android software development kit (SDK) and creating a simple application. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
CETT 1204 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC High-Reliability Soldering This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Instruction in this course will teach high reliability soldering, desoldering, circuitry repair, plated-thru-hole repairs, conformal coating removal, industry standards, electrostatic discharge (ESD) control, surface mount device (SMD) installation, removal and replacement using hand held systems or reflow workstations. Students will solder highly reliable connections; solder to industry standards; desolder connections; install surface mount devices; remove surface mount devices; remove conformal coatings; repair and/or replace traces, pads, and eyelets. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
CETT 1303 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC DC Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of direct current including Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws and circuit analysis techniques. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
CETT 1305 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC AC Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel AC circuits, phasors, capacitive and inductive networks, transformers, and resonance. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
CETT 1331 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Technical Programming This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: Credit or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1414 or the equivalent. Course Description: Introduction to a high level programming language such as BASIC, PASCAL, or "C". Topics include structured programming and problem solving as they apply to technical applications. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1431. The student may register for either CETT 1331 or CETT 1431 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
CETT 1357 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Linear Integrated Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the characteristics, operations, and testing of linear integrated circuits. Applications include instrumentation and active filtering. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
CETT 1402 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Electricity Principles This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Principles of electricity including proper use of test equipment, A/C and D/C circuits, and component theory and operation. Students will identify basic principles of electricity (A/C and D/C), voltage, current, and circuitry; apply Ohm's law to electrical calculations; use test equipment to measure continuity, voltage, and current values; and use electrical safety practices. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1403 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC DC Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of direct current including Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws and circuit analysis techniques. Emphasis on circuit analysis of resistive networks and DC measurements. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1405 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC AC Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1403. Course Description: A study of the fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel AC circuits, phasors, capacitive and inductive networks, transformers, and resonance. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1305. The student may register for either CETT 1405 or CETT 1305 but may receive credit for only one of the two (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1407 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Fundamentals of Electronics This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Applies concepts of electricity, electronics, and digital fundamentals; supports programs requiring a general knowledge of electronics. Students will build and test circuits using analog and digital components; visually identify components and component values; build and test series and parallel resistive circuits; check resistors, diodes, and transistors using a multimeter. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Digital Fundamentals This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An entry-level course in digital electronics to include numbering systems, logic gates, Boolean algebra, and combinational logic This course is cross-listed as CETT 1325. The student may register for either CETT 1425 or CETT 1325 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1429 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Solid State Devices This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1403 and credit or concurrent enrollment in CETT 1405. Course Description: A study of diodes, transistor characteristics and other semiconductor devices, including analysis of static and dynamic characteristics, biasing techniques, and thermal considerations. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1329. The student may register for either CETT 1429 or CETT 1329 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab./3 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
CETT 1431 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Programming for Discrete Electronic Devices This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduction to a high level programming language. Includes structured programming and problem solving applicable to discrete electronic devices. This course is cross-listed as CETT 1331. The student may register for either CETT 1331 or CETT 1431 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Solid State Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1429. Course Description: A study of various semiconductor devices incorporated in circuits and their applications. Emphasis on circuit construction, measurements, and analysis. Topics will include JFETs, MOSFETs, oscillators, thyristors, power supply systems, voltage regulators, multistage amplifiers and power amplifiers. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1445 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Microprocessor This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1425. Course Description: An introductory course in microprocessor software and hardware; its architecture, timing sequence, operation, and programming; and discussion of appropriate software diagnostic language and tools. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1449 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Digital Systems This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1429. Course Description: Digital Systems is a course in electronics covering digital systems. Emphasis on application and troubleshooting digital systems using counters, registers, code converters, multiplexers, analog-to-digital circuits, digital-to-analog circuits, and large-scale integrated circuits. The student will evaluate the operation of digital systems while operating in correct and fault mode using various test instruments; describe the difference between a digital system and an analog system; and draw a simple block diagram of a digital computer system. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1457 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Linear Integrated Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1429. Course Description: In depth coverage of the characteristics, operations, stabilization, testing, and feedback techniques of linear integrated circuits. Application in computation, measurements, instrumentation, and active filtering. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Special Topics in Computer Engineering Technology/Technician This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course will teach individuals in the renewable energy field how to read, interpret and correlate schematic drawings, in the fields of electronics, construction trades, mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics. These students will be able to read a drawing, go to the physical device and produce the drawing, or begin at the physical device and reduce it to a drawing. The course is also intended to make a person proficient in the physical construction of a drawing. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 2337 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Microcomputer Control This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1425. Course Description: A study of microprocessors and microcomputers with an emphasis on embedded controllers for industrial and commercial applications. Topics include RAM, ROM and input/output (I/O) interfacing. Introduction to programming. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
CETT 2433 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Digital Computer Circuits This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1429. Course Description: Digital Computer circuits is a study of the three major component systems of a digital computer including arithmetic logic operations, RAM and ROM memory systems, and control systems. The student will explain the operation of the three basic sections of any computer system. The student will construct and troubleshoot computer circuits including arithmetic logic units, memory systems, and control systems; describe the function of the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) in a computer system; and how a computer knows what to address when first cold booted. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 2435 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Microprocessors This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: CETT 1445. Course Description: An advanced course utilizing the microprocessor in control systems and interfacing. Emphasis on microprocessor hardware and implementation of peripheral interfacing. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
CETT 2449 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Research and Project Design This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Principles of electrical/electronic design encompassing schematics wiring diagrams, materials lists, operating characteristics, completion schedules, and cost estimates. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
CETT 2480 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/ Technician 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., 26 Ext.) |
CETT 2481 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/ Technician 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., 26 Ext.) |
DFTG 1215 (2 Credit Hours)
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.) |
DFTG 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 1392 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 1395 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 1425 (4 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 2319 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 2332 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
DFTG 2347 (3 Credit Hours)
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
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.) |
GRPH 1223 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Digital Imaging I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to digital imaging on the computer using image editing and/or image creation software. Topics include: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
GRPH 1224 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Digital Imaging I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to digital imaging on the computer using image editing and/or image creation software. Topics include: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
GRPH 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Press Operations I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to offset printing including knowledge and skills to operate a small offset press to print single color jobs. Emphasis on parts of the press and operation procedures, printing terminology, paper types and ink types and their uses, make ready and cleanup. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
GRPH 1359 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Object Oriented Computer Graphics This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Mastery of the tools and transformation options of an industry standard draw program to create complex illustrations and follow them through to the color output stage. Mastery in the use of basic elements of good layout and design principles and use the capabilities specific to vector (object oriented) drawing software to manipulate both text and graphics with emphasis on the use of bezier curves. Acquisition of images via scanning and the creative use of clip art is included. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
GRPH 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Special Topics in Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator 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.) |
GRPH 1395 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Special Topics in Computer Typographer and Composition Equipment Operator 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.) |
GRPH 1396 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Desktop Publishing Equipment Operator 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.) |
GRPH 2309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Digital Pre-Press This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Theory and techniques for pre-press preparation using industry standard software for final file output. Topics include the procedures and problems involved in computer file preparation ranging from trapping, color separations, and resolutions to printing basics and service bureaus. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
GRPH 2336 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Prepress Techniques This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Hands-on experience in both electronic file imaging and traditional graphics camera use. Electronic file output and troubleshooting, graphics camera knowledge, traditional film assembly, and proofing process. High-end color scanning. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
GRPH 2381 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education - Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design 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. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 15 Ext.) |
GRPH 2382 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Cooperative Education Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator 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., 15 Ext.) |
MCHN 1200 (2 Credit Hours) New course added February 23, 2017
Offered at EFC, MVC, RLC Beginning Machine Shop This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Fundamental machine shop safety, math, and measurement. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
MCHN 1300 (3 Credit Hours) New course added April 17, 2017
Offered at RLC Beginning Machine Shop This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Fundamental machine shop safety, math and measurement. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
MCHN 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Beginning Machine Shop This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Fundamental machine shop safety, math, measurement, and theory of saws and drill presses. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
MCHN 1319 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC Manufacturing Materials and Processes This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A basic study of various materials used in the manufacturing industry and the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of various materials. Emphasis on manufacturing processes, including casting, forming and machining. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
MCHN 1320 (3 Credit Hours) New course added May 25, 2017
Offered at RLC Precision Tools and Measurement This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the modern science of dimensional metrology. Emphasis on the identification, selection, and application of various types of precision instruments associated with the machining trade. Practice of basic layout and piece part measurements while using standard measuring tools. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
MCHN 1326 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at CVC, MVC, RLC Introduction to Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: DFTG 1309. Course Description: A study of Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software which is used to develop applications for manufacturing. Emphasis on tool geometry, tool selection and the tool library. (1 Lec., 6 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Changes) |
MCHN 1338 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Basic Machine Shop I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: INMT 1319, MCHN 1320. Course Description: A course that introduces the student to machining fundamentals. The student will use basic machine tools including the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw, and bench grinder. Machine terminology, theory, math, part layout, and bench work using common measuring tools is included. Emphasis is placed on shop safety, housekeeping, and preventative maintenance. (1 Lec., 6 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Changes) |
MCHN 1343 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Machine Shop Mathematics This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Designed to prepare the student with technical, applied mathematics that will be necessary in future machine shop-related courses. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
MCHN 1352 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Intermediate Machining I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Required: MCHN 1338. Course Description: Operation of drilling machines, milling machines, lathes, and power saws. Select and use appropriate precision measuring tools. (1 Lec., 6 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Changes) |
MCHN 1393 (3 Credit Hours) New course added May 25, 2017
Offered at RLC Special Topics in Tool and Die Maker/Technologist This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: MCHN 1326, MCHN 1352, MCHN 2331, MCHN 2435, MCHN 2447. 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., 5 Lab.) |
MCHN 1438 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at MVC Basic Machine Shop I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A course that introduces the student to machining fundamentals. The student begins by using basic machine tools including the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw, and bench grinder. Machine terminology, theory, math, part layout, and bench work using common measuring tools is included. Emphasis is placed on shop safety, housekeeping, and preventative maintenance. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
MCHN 1454 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Intermediate Machining II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Development of job process plan to include operation of lathes, milling machines, drill press machines, and power saws. Set-up, layout, and tool maintenance is included. Emphasis on shop safety and preventative maintenance. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
MCHN 2331 (3 Credit Hours) New course added April 17, 2017
Offered at RLC Operation of CNC Turning Centers This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: CNC operations with an emphasis on turning centers. (1 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
MCHN 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Advanced CNC Machining This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The study of advanced CNC operations with an emphasis on programming and operations of machining and turning centers. (1 Lec., 6 Lab.) * Note: This Course Description includes updates that were added after it was originally published on April 4, 2017. (Original) | (Changes) |
MCHN 2338 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: INMT 1343. Course Description: A study of advanced techniques in Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM). (1 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
MCHN 2431 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Single-Course Delivery for EFC Operation of CNC Turning Centers This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of CNC operations with an emphasis on turning centers. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
MCHN 2434 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC Single-Course Delivery for EFC Operation of CNC Machining Centers This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of CNC operations with an emphasis on vertical machining centers. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
MCHN 2435 (4 Credit Hours) New course added April 17, 2017
Offered at RLC Advanced CNC Machining This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced CNC operation with an emphasis on programming and operations of machining and turning centers. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
MCHN 2441 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, MVC Advanced Machining I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of advanced lathe and milling operations. Emphasis on advanced cutting operations of the lathe and milling machines, including the use of special tooling, bench assembly, and materials identification. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
MCHN 2445 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Advanced Machining II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Advanced milling, grinding, and lathe operations to close tolerance dimensions. Emphasis on job planning and advanced uses of precision measuring instruments. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
MCHN 2447 (4 Credit Hours) New course added May 25, 2017
Offered at RLC Specialized Tools and Fixtures This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Required: MCHN 1352, MCHN 1326, MCHN 2331. Course Description: An advanced course in the designing and building of special tools, such as jigs, fixtures, punch press dies, and molds. Machining and assembling of a production tool using conventional machine shop equipment. Application of production tool theory, care, and maintenance. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
SMFT 1343 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the processes, materials, and equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductors, including an overview of the semiconductor industry, related terminology, and standard safety practice. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
SRVY 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Introduction To Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An overview of the surveying profession. The history of surveying and its impact on the world. Review of the mathematics used in surveying. Introduction to basic surveying equipment with emphasis on measurements. Instruction on surveying procedures and the limitation of errors. Calculation to determine precision and error of closure. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SRVY 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying Measurement This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introductory course covering the equipment and hardware of the profession necessary to measure horizontal and vertical distances, in accordance with prevailing and applicable professional standards, e.g. standards of the National Geodetic Survey, state and local statues and regulations, professional standards, such as the Texas Society of Professional Surveyors. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SRVY 1313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Plane Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introductory overview of surveying equipment and measurement techniques with emphasis on leveling and traversing. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SRVY 1315 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying Calculations This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to the mathematics used in surveying and mapping, including algebra, plane trigonometry, and plane, solid, and analytical geometry. (3 Lec.) |
SRVY 1335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Land Surveying Applications This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A lab course covering the equipment, techniques and hardware of the profession necessary to measure horizontal and vertical angles and distances used in traversing, according to prevailing and applicable professional standards. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SRVY 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Land Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of the measurement and determination of boundaries, areas, shapes, location through traversing techniques. Instruction in a variety of adjustment methods using programmed and non-programmed hand-held calculators and computers. Methods of traversing and adjustment of errors according to prevailing and applicable professional standards. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SRVY 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Surveying This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: SRVY 1419. 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. (3 Lec., 3, Lab.) |
SRVY 2305 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at EFC, NLC Geographic Information Systems Applications This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A hands-on course with computer applications providing additional conceptual understanding of geographic information systems and practical applications using a variety of Geographic Information System software. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
SRVY 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Geodetic Surveying and Mapping This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of field astronomy, Polaris and solar observations, State Plane Coordinate Systems, and Global Positioning System. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
SRVY 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Geodetic Surveying and Mapping Application This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Emphasis on the field techniques of making astronomic observations, recovering control monuments, setting control monuments, and the planning and use of Global Positioning System receivers in data collection. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SRVY 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Engineering Design Surveying Lab This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The companion lab for Engineering Design Surveying. Emphasis on field methods of surveying alignments. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SRVY 2343 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying - Legal Principles I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The study of location, conveyance, ownership and transfer of real property under the laws of the State of Texas. Emphasis on the history of disposition of public land, interpreting written descriptions, dignity of calls and evidence, record search of public and private land records and preparation of a deed record sketch. (3 Lec.) |
SRVY 2344 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at NLC Surveying - Legal Principles II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An advanced course in legal principles, retracement and boundary location with application of legal principles and Rules of Construction; writing survey reports and property descriptions; and a review of boundary law cases. (3 Lec.) |
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.