DRAFTING AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY—ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Drafting and Design Engineering Technology is a two-year program that combines drafting, engineering, and computer skills. Drafting and design engineering technologists prepare detailed
drawings based on information, rough sketches, specifications, calculations and estimates prepared by other individuals or teams. A graduate of this program would qualify for employment in most
drafting positions. Because the program is easily adapted to a number of specialized areas, it offers the opportunity for employment in architectural, construction, mechanical, electrical, and other related
industries. This program also makes it possible for graduates to advance to a supervisory position in the drafting and design field. Completion of this program also enables the graduates to transfer to
Engineering Technology or Industrial Technology programs at the baccalaureate level.
As a result of ongoing changes in technology, the need to expand competencies, and changing transfer requirements, certificate and degree requirements may also change. If you note changes in
degrees or certificate requirements, or if courses are not offered in a particular semester, please consult with a counselor or faculty on how best to complete the program in which you are enrolled.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Parviz Entekhabi at (831) 755-6966, pentekhabi@hartnell.edu, Alilsal Campus, AC-A109
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the Drafting and Design Engineering Technology program, a student should be able to:
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use modern technical engineering techniques, skills, and technology including computer-aided design applications and computing tools necessary for technical engineering/drafting
practice.
document the product/process model using appropriate methods, (multi-view drawings, pictorial, 3D sold models, charts/graphs, rendered and shaded image).
function effectively on diverse, multi-disciplinary teams.
access and evaluate information from a variety of sources including the Internet.
apply appropriate theory, knowledge, and design standards of conventional practice to the preparation of documentation drawings
A minimum of 60.0 semester units with a grade of “C” or better must be maintained in all degree-applicable units. Only courses numbered 1-199 may apply toward the Associate Degree. Courses listed
below may have prerequisites that must be completed prior to enrolling. Consult a schedule of classes, college catalog, or a counselor for further information.
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REQUIRED MAJOR COURSES
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
RESTRICTED MAJOR ELECTIVES (Select a minimum of 6.0 units
from the following:)
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
RECOMMENDED GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
Natural Sciences (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Social and Behavioral Sciences (Select a minimum of 3 units from
catalog GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Humanities (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog GENERAL
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Ethnic Groups in the United States (Select a minimum of 3 units
from catalog GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Language and Rationality (9 units)
A.
Written Composition
B.
Communication and Analytical Thinking
Communication and Analytical Thinking
Course No.
DRA-50
DRA-52
DRA-53
DRA-54
DRA-55
DRA-58
DRA-70
DRA-71
DRA-72
Course Title
Introduction to Drafting Technology
Introduction To AutoCAD
Advanced AutoCAD
AutoCAD 3D Modeling
Engineering Drawing with SolidWorks
Computer-Aided Mechanical Drawing
Architectural Design and Visual Communication I
Architectural Design and Visual Communication II
Architectural Design and Visual Communication III
SUBTOTAL UNITS (27.0)
Units
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
Course No.
Course Title
Units
CONS-104
CONS-142
CSS-43
CSS-66
DRA-64
WLD-150
Print Reading and Modeling
Construction Estimating
Computer Systems and Information Literacy
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Industrial Print Reading
Basic Welding
SUBTOTAL UNITS ( 6.0)
Course Title
Course No.
College Composition and Reading
Intermediate Algebra
Information Competency in the Sciences and Applied Technology
General Education
Drafting and Design Engineering Technology Required Major Courses and Restricted Major Electives
ELECTIVES (Courses Numbered 1-199) required when GE units plus Degree units total are fewer than 60.0
TOTAL UNITS
*Completion of MAT-123 or completion of any math in which MAT-123 is a prerequisite with a “C” or better.
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ENG-1A
MAT-123*
These courses also satisfy General Education Requirements.
TRANSFER STUDENTS: Completing the AS degree does not meet all the requirements for transfer. Students planning to transfer to a university should follow the requirements of the four-year
university. Information on course equivalencies and major preparation requirements for the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems are available online at
www.assist.org. Please consult with a Hartnell College counselor to review transfer requirements.
3.0
3.0
4.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
Units
3.0
5.0
21.0
33.0
6.0
60.0