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MET103 – 001 (CRN#11127) = Intro to Technical Graphics with CAD (3 credits) Spring 2014

Course Description : Introduction to technical graphics and drawing standards.  Topics will include items such as visualization, sketching, and drawings depicted in multi-view, auxiliary, and pictorial formats in both conventional hand drafting techniques as well as by use of Computer Aided Design.  This course also addresses general ANSI Standard Y14.5 as they apply to print reading, dimensioning, and tolerancing of prints.

Textbook:      Technical Drawing by Giesecke – 14th Edition, Prentice-Hall

ISBN-13: 978-0-13-509049-7

Required Materials for Lab Drawing:

Compass              

30/60/90 Degree Triangle – 6”                         

45/45/90 Degree Triangle – 6”

2H & H Pencils (.7mm or .5mm mechanical pencils are preferred)

12” Engineering Scales or Rulers (Metric & English Mechanical Scales)

¼” Engineering Paper Pad                

Erasers

Masking Tape or Tape Dots

Calculator

Circle Templates - 1/16” to ≈ 2” (Metric & English)  

Eraser Shield

Sanding Pad

Objectives: This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to sketch, visualize, draw, and document multiple technical graphic formats for the communication of various design and manufactured items.  All drawings will be completed via ANSI industry specifications in both traditional manual methods as well as with modern state-of-the-art computer software.  The course will help prepare students, who (after graduation) can:

1. Apply the latest technology and engineering tools to solve technical problems in the practice of mechanical engineering technology and related interdisciplinary fields. [EO:1]

2. Remain technically current and adapt to rapidly changing technologies through self improvement with continuous learning or post-graduate education. [EO:2]

3. Demonstrate independent thinking, self-management, and functioning effectively in team-oriented and open-ended activities in an industrial environment. [EO:3]

4. Communicate effectively in oral, written, and graphical forms. [EO:4]

Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the students will have: 

1. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the MET discipline [LO:a]

2. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the MET program educational objectives [LO:d]

3. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical (close-ended analysis and open-ended design) problems [LO:f]

4. an ability to communicate effectively through engineering drawings, written reports, or oral presentations. [LO:g]

5. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement [LO:k]

6. Develop, simulate, and analyze mechanical components/systems using computer-aided design and analysis tools. [PO:1]

7. Identify and inspect tolerances in mechanical parts and assemblies. [PO:3]

Course Outline: 

1.  Intro to Technical Graphics                         5.  Pictorial Drawings

2.  Sketching, Text, and Visualization             6.  Auxiliary Views

3.  Engineering Geometry & Construction      7.  Section Views

4.  Multi-view Drawings                                      8.  Dimensioning & Tolerancing

Grading: 

1.  Tests (Midterm & Final)                              35%                       

2.  Lab Assignments & Chapter Questions           50%                                                       

3.  Project and/or Research Paper                    10%                       

4.  Participation/Attendance                            5%                                       

Grading Scale:

A+ = 93 – 100%                   A- = 90 – 92.9%

B+ = 87 – 89.9%                  B = 83 – 86.9%                    B- = 80 – 82.9%

C+ = 77 – 79.9%                  C = 73 – 76.9%                    C- = 70 – 72.9%

D+ = 67 – 69.9%                  D = 63 – 66.9%                    D- = 60 – 62.9%

F = 0 – 59.9%

Assignments: 

All assignments are due 1 week after they are assigned, unless otherwise specified during class.  All late assignments will have a penalty deduction of 50% per week if submitted past the due date.  Each assignment must be submitted in electronic format (MS Word, Excel, PPT, etc.) with your name, class & section number, date, and assignment description placed at the top of the page.  All lab drawings must include your name, class & section number, date, and drawing number. 

All dates of tests will be determined throughout the completion of the course, and testing dates and subject matters will be announced one week prior to assessment.  Study sessions for each test will take place prior to examination. Missed tests will only be allowed to be made up at a later date under instructor’s discretion.

Class Accounts: 

Each student will be allotted a class account or storage space on the university server for use related to the CAD drawing of this course.  Only the work related to this class should be stored in this account.  Students must submit assignments with the following information in the following format:  

Your Initials, Date, Drawing # 

Example: TEA-092306-12-8

There will also be the use of a “Shared Folder” under the class account in which materials and information may be provided to the entire class.  The class account will be accessible to only the instructor of the course and the students.

Class Etiquette:

Attendance in both lecture and lab sessions is mandatory unless otherwise specified.  Any time you will be absent or significantly delayed, please contact the course instructor via My Messages ASAP.  Punctuality is just as important as attendance, so make arrangements to be in class on time.  In the CAD Lab, any unauthorized use of internet browsing, text messaging, or email use during class time is prohibited and will be dealt with accordingly.  Any behavior involved with academic integrity involving dishonesty/plagiarism will not be tolerated, thus resulting in an “F” grade in the class.  Please consult Undergraduate Catalog for details and definitions related to academic integrity and plagiarism.

Criteria for Grading and Evaluating of Work:

All material will be graded on the values of workmanship, attention to detail, clarity, accuracy, speed, legibility, and neatness.  This will be used for drawings, assignments, and tests in both conventional drafting as well as CAD.

Disability and Special Needs 

Indiana State University provides services and accommodations for qualified individuals with documented disabilities.  If you require any accommodation, you must register with the Disability Support Services at the beginning of the semester.  You may contact them at 237-2301 or see them in person on the 2nd floor of Gillum Hall.  Any other types of needs required for you (undocumented) to successfully excel in this class, feel free to see me so arrangements can be made to help you in any way possible.

Final exam: To be determined.

*NOTE:  The information and subject matter included in this syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the course instructor and/or department officials.  All changes will be communicated in full to the class.