Design Technology Course Descriptions
DSNT
52 (formerly DRFT 52) [Technical Graphics]
3 units Transfer: CSU
A general approach to graphical communication and technical problem
solving using sketches, traditional tools, and Computer-Aided Drafting
(CAD). Introduction to the concepts and skills needed to graphically
represent technical design data. Emphasis is on the development of visualization
techniques and understanding design process as the foundation of the
Design Technology sequence. 1.5 hours lecture, 4.5 hours laboratory.
DSNT 54 (Manufacturing
Processes)
2 units Transfer: CSU
Overview of machine shop procedure, welding, and general manufacturing
processes, practice in the use of hand tools, basic machine tools, and
welding equipment; understanding the relationship between manufacturing
processes and design. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
DSNT 57 (formerly
ENGT 57) [Electrical Systems]
2 units Transfer: CSU
Introduction to electrical systems, components for electrical systems
and circuits, basic electrical theorem, magnetism, and electrostatics
for application to design process. Strongly recommended: Mathematics
36 or Mathematics 38. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
DSNT 61 (formerly
DRFT 61) [Electronic Design]
3 units Transfer: CSU
Preparation of electrical and electronic drawings using standard graphical
symbols and annotation currently utilized in industry, including wiring,
cable, interconnecting, logic, and schematic diagrams. Introduction
to printed circuit board layout and design using CAD and surface mounting
technology. Prerequisite: Design Technology 62A (may be taken concurrently).
1.5 hours lecture, 4.5 hours laboratory.
DSNT 62A (formerly
DRFT 62A) [Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)]
3 units Transfer: CSU (May be taken 2 times)
Introduction to the basic understanding of Computer-Aided Drafting,
with emphasis on user terminology and exposure to various types of CAD
systems, hardware, and associated software. How to set up drawings,
create geometric shapes and constructions to form multiviews, and use
special editing operations that increase productivity. Prerequisite:
Design Technology 52 (may be taken concurrently). 1.5 hours lecture,
4.5 hours laboratory.
DSNT 62B (formerly
DRFT 62B) [Computer-Aided Design (CAD)]
3 units Transfer: CSU (May be taken 2 times)
Continuation of the knowledge and skills learned in Design Technology
62A, focusing on the design processes to complete and present drawings
and accompanying documentation effectively using CAD; dimensioning,
tolerancing, and crosshatching to facilitate creation of multiview layouts,
managing symbol libraries to streamline pictorial assemblies, and plotting/presentation
techniques to captivate. Prerequisite: Design Technology 62A (completed
with a grade of "C" or higher). 1.5 hours lecture, 4.5 hours
laboratory.
DSNT 62C (Three-Dimensional
Modeling)
3 units Transfer: CSU (May be taken 2 times)
This course develops skills in visualizing and drawing three-dimensional
shapes for modeling, testing, analysis, manufacturing, assembly, and
marketing, as well as form the basis of computer animations and virtual
worlds. A variety of skills and techniques for drawing, designing, editing,
and display of 3-D wireframes, surfaces, and solids will be studied.
Prerequisite: Design Technology 62B (completed with a grade of "C"
or higher). 1.5 hours lecture, 4.5 hours laboratory.
DSNT 66A (formerly
DRFT 66A) [Mechanical Design Concepts]
3 units Transfer: CSU
Continued refinement of the principles of Mechanical Design Technology
through original design and analysis, application of descriptive geometry,
auxiliary views and revolutions to mechanical detail drawings, and geometric
tolerancing applied to complete design assemblies. Prerequisite: Design
Technology 52 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher). 1.5
hours lecture, 4.5 hours laboratory.
DSNT 66B (formerly
DRFT 66B) [Electro-Mechanical Design]
3 units Transfer: CSU
Continuation of mechanical design principles with the addition of electronic/electrical
concepts. Part design with concentration on the flow and interaction
between manufacturing and design, documentation, revision systems, Engineering
change orders and requests, complex drawing and notation of entire systems.
Also includes resume, portfolio, and interview preparation, career opportunities,
skills and attitudes necessary to succeed in industry. Prerequisites:
Design Technology 61 and 66A (both completed with a grade of "C"
or higher). 1.5 hours lecture, 4.5 hours laboratory.
DSNT 69 (formerly
DRFT 69) [Structural Design Concepts]
4 units Transfer: CSU
Introduction to technical statics, including resolution of forces and
basic coplanar force systems. Emphasis on graphical analysis. Prerequisite:
Mathematics 36 or Mathematics 38 (completed with a grade of "C"
or higher). 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
DSNT 70 (formerly
ENGT 99.51) [Manufacturing and Design
Using Pro/Engineer]
3 units Transfer: CSU (May be taken 3 times)
Fundamentals of computer-aided design and drafting using Pro/ENGINEER
software, a 3-D solid modeler. Application of operating system, software,
hardware, and peripherals in creating manufacturing models. Prerequisite:
Engineering 20 or Design Technology 52 (completed with a grade of "C"
or higher) or equivalent. Strongly recommended: Design Technology 66A.
2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
DSNT 71 (formerly
ENGT 99.52) [Assembly and Design
Using Pro/ENGINEER]
3 units Transfer: CSU (May be taken 3 times)
Continuation class in a series for developing fundamentals of computer-aided
design using Pro/ENGINEER software, a 3-D solid modeler. Application
of the Pro/ENGINEER CAD System in assembling manufacturing models and
creating drawings. Prerequisite: Design Technology 70 (completed with
a grade of "C" or higher). Strongly recommended: Design Technology
66B. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
DSNT 75 (formerly
ENGT 60) [Design Materials Technology]
2 units Transfer: CSU
Introduction to physical and mechanical characteristics and behavior
of materials used in design and engineering applications. Emphasis will
be on material processing of metals, ceramics, and polymers; basics
of metallurgy, tension testing, hardness testing, and heat treatment.
Strongly recommended: Chemistry 31. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
DSNT 76 (formerly ENGT 66) [Graphical Kinematics]
2 units Transfer: CSU
A study of elementary mechanisms with emphasis on the fundamentals of
displacement, velocity and acceleration, and on the application of these
to the analysis and design of mechanisms such as linkages, slides, cams,
cranks, gears, and gear-trains. Strongly recommended: Engineering 20
or Design Technology 52 and Mathematics 36 or Mathematics 38. 1 hour
lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
