FORMAT 1
Submit original with signatures + 1 copy + electronic copy to UAF Governance.
See http://www.uaf.edu/uafgov/faculty/cd for a complete description of the rules
governing curriculum & course changes.
TRIAL COURSE OR NEW COURSE PROPOSAL
SUBMITTED BY:
Department
Prepared
by
Email
Contact
College/School
Drafting Technology
Thane Magelky
Faculty
Contact
temagelky@alaska.edu
1. ACTION DESIRED
(CHECK ONE):
Justify upper/lower
division status &
number of credits:
Thane Magelky
Trial Course
2. COURSE IDENTIFICATION:
Tanana Valley Campus
907-455-2845
Phone
Dept
New Course
Course
#
DRT
X
No. of
Credits
F145
3
The proposed course is an introductory course to structural
drafting. Its content is consistent with other lower division
courses. The number of credit hours is needed in order to
cover the topic in adequate depth over the course of a
semester.
Structural Drafting
3. PROPOSED COURSE TITLE:
4. CROSS LISTED?
YES/NO
If yes,
Dept:
No
(Requires approval of both departments and deans involved.
signatures.)
Course #
Add lines at end of form for such
5. STACKED?
YES/NO
No
6. FREQUENCY OF OFFERING:
Fall
(Every or Alternate) Fall, Spring, Summer — or As Demand
Warrants
If yes,
Dept.
7. SEMESTER & YEAR OF FIRST OFFERING (if
approved)
Course #
Fall 2010
8. COURSE FORMAT:
NOTE: Course hours may not be compressed into fewer than three days per credit. Any course
compressed into fewer than six weeks must be approved by the college or school's curriculum
council. Furthermore, any core course compressed to less than six weeks must be approved by the
core review committee.
COURSE FORMAT:
(check one)
1
2
3
4
5
X
6 weeks to
full semester
OTHER FORMAT
(specify)
Mode of delivery
(specify lecture,
field trips, labs,
etc)
Lecture
9. CONTACT HOURS PER WEEK:
3
LECTURE
hours/weeks
LAB
hours /week
PRACTICUM
hours /week
Note: # of credits are based on contact hours. 800 minutes of lecture=1 credit. 2400 minutes
of lab in a science course=1 credit. 1600 minutes in non-science lab=1 credit. 2400-4800
minutes of practicum=1 credit. 2400-8000 minutes of internship=1 credit. This must match with
the syllabus. See http://www.uaf.edu/uafgov/faculty/cd/credits.html for more information on
number of credits.
OTHER HOURS (specify
type)
10. COMPLETE CATALOG DESCRIPTION including dept., number, title and credits (50 words
or less, if possible):
DRT F145
3 Credits
Structural Drafting
Offered Fall
Introduces technical skills needed by structural drafters and technicians to work with
structural engineers. Includes office practices, staff relationships, and structural drawing
production. Develops computer-aided drafting skills in symbols, conventions, dimensioning
systems, sheet organizations, code analysis and research methods for steel, wood, and
reinforced concrete buildings. Prerequisites: DRT F170 or permission of program
coordinator. (3+0)
11.
COURSE CLASSIFICATIONS: (undergraduate courses only. Use approved criteria found
on Page 10 & 17 of the manual. If justification is needed, attach on separate
sheet.)
N = Natural
Science
H = Humanities
S = Social Sciences
Will this course be used to fulfill a requirement for the
baccalaureate core?
YES X
NO
IF YES, check which core requirements it could be used to fulfill:
O = Oral Intensive,
Format 6
12.
COURSE REPEATABILITY:
Is this course repeatable for
credit?
W = Writing Intensive,
Format 7
YES
X
Natural Science,
Format 8
NO
Justification: Indicate why the course can
be repeated
(for example, the course follows a different
theme each time).
How many times may the course be repeated for credit?
TIMES
If the course can be repeated with variable credit, what is the
maximum number of credit hours that may be earned for this course?
CREDITS
13. GRADING SYSTEM:
LETTER: X
PASS/FAIL:
RESTRICTIONS ON ENROLLMENT (if any)
14. PREREQUISITES
DRT F170
These will be required before the student is allowed to enroll in the course.
RECOMMENDED
Classes, etc. that student is strongly encouraged to complete prior to this course.
15. SPECIAL RESTRICTIONS,
CONDITIONS
None
16. PROPOSED COURSE FEES
$60
Has a memo been submitted through your dean to the Provost & VCAS for
fee approval? Yes/No
17. PREVIOUS HISTORY
Has the course been offered as special topics or trial course
previously? Yes/No
If yes, give semester, year,
course #, etc.:
Yes
No
18. ESTIMATED IMPACT
WHAT IMPACT, IF ANY, WILL THIS HAVE ON BUDGET, FACILITIES/SPACE, FACULTY, ETC.
No impact is expected. We currently have excellent facilities that can already accommodate
the course proposed. An adjunct faculty member is desired for this course as he/she will
provide real world, accurate exposure to industry standards and trends. Adjunct salary will
be self-supported through tuition.
19. LIBRARY COLLECTIONS
Have you contacted the library collection development officer (ffklj@uaf.edu, 4746695) with regard to the adequacy of library/media collections, equipment, and
services available for the proposed course? If so, give date of contact and
resolution. If not, explain why not.
X
No
Yes
Karen Jensen, the collection development officer for the library,
was contacted by email on 9/22/09. We don't anticipate the need
for any library acquisitions.
20. IMPACTS ON PROGRAMS/DEPTS
What programs/departments will be affected by this proposed action?
Include information on the Programs/Departments contacted (e.g., email, memo)
None expected.
21. POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE IMPACTS
Please specify positive and negative impacts on other courses, programs and
departments resulting from the proposed action.
None expected.
JUSTIFICATION FOR ACTION REQUESTED
The purpose of the department and campus-wide curriculum committees is to
scrutinize course change and new course applications to make sure that the quality
of UAF education is not lowered as a result of the proposed change. Please address
this in your response. This section needs to be self-explanatory. Use as much
space as needed to fully justify the proposed course.
In an effort to better serve our students and address job market opportunities, the
Drafting Technology program is pursuing several changes to its course and degree
offerings. We are refining our course offerings to focus on producing graduates that are
first, knowledgeable and skilled in CAD, and second, familiar with a specific trade or
discipline.
A Format 5 form has been submitted for changes to the Drafting Technology Certificate
program. A Format 3 form has been submitted for creation of an A.A.S. Degree in
Drafting Technology. Both proposals incorporate this course offering.
Throughout the Drafting Technology program, students receive the majority of their
instruction in computer aided drafting (CAD). However, students receive little to no
exposure to actual structural engineering practices in creating drawings, the design
process, or to the engineering office environment. This course will provide students with
the trade specific vocabulary to communicate with engineers about structural drawings
and the skills to quickly and accurately produce those drawings. Taken in conjunction
with the already offered Construction Management course CM F231 Structural
Technology, this course is designed to produce graduates ready to enter the workforce as
structural draftspersons.
APPROVALS:
Date
Signature, Chair,
Program/Department of:
Date
Signature, Chair, College/School
Curriculum Council for:
Date
Signature, Dean, College/School
of:
Date
Signature of Provost (if applicable)
Offerings above the level of approved programs must be approved in advance by
the Provost.
ALL SIGNATURES MUST BE OBTAINED PRIOR TO SUBMISSION TO THE GOVERNANCE OFFICE
Date
Signature, Chair, UAF Faculty Senate Curriculum
Review Committee
ADDITIONAL SIGNATURES: (If required)
Date
Signature, Chair,
Program/Department of:
Date
Signature, Chair, College/School
Curriculum Council for:
Date
Signature, Dean, College/School
of:
Tanana Valley Campus
Construction Management & Drafting Technology
Drafting Technology
DRT F145 Structural Drafting
Course Information
Title:
Course Number:
Section:
Number of Credits:
Prerequisites:
Structural Drafting
DRT F145
TE1
3
Students should have developed basic computer knowledge and
skills prior to enrollment in this course. Beginning AutoCAD 170 or
permission of instructor or department required.
Location:
Meeting Days & Time:
DTC 103
Monday 6:00pm-9:00pm (September 7th to December 14th)
Instructor Information:
Instructor Name:
Contact Information:
Office:
Office Hours:
Department Contact:
Thane Magelky
Phone: 455-2845 (Office)
Cell: 590-5949 (Cell)
E-mail: temagelky@alaska.edu
The best way to reach me is by e-mail. I will try to respond to an email within 48 hours. Second best is my office phone, leave a
message if necessary. In an emergency, and if all else fails, please
use my cell number.
Tanana Valley Campus - Downtown Center (DTC)
510 Second Avenue
Room #109
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 10:00am to 5:00pm
Friday: By Appointment
Other times by appointment
Galen Johnson, Program Coordinator, Construction Management
& Drafting, 455-2846
Lyza Fonte, Administrative Assistant, 455-2886
Class Textbook, Materials, and Resources
Required Textbook:
Class web site:
Structural Drafting, 2nd Edition
By David E. Goetsch
Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN-10: 0827363028 ISBN-13: 9780827363021
We will use Blackboard extensively in this course for assignments,
tests, sharing AutoCAD information, etc. Please take the time to
browse the site and become familiar with its capabilities. You can
access Blackboard at http://classes.uaf.edu/.
Course Description, Goals, and Outcomes
Course Description:
DRT F145 is a Structural Drafting course. The course introduces
technical skills needed by structural drafters and technicians to
work with structural engineers. It includes office practices, staff
relationships, and structural drawing production. It develops
computer-aided drafting skills in symbols, conventions,
dimensioning systems, sheet organizations, code analysis and
research methods for steel, wood, and reinforced concrete
buildings.
Course Goals:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have
been introduced to the following:
 The workings of a professional structural engineering office.
 The elements of a set of structural contract documents.
 The study of statics.
 Steel structural systems and drafting.
 Masonry structural systems and drafting.
 Wood structural systems and drafting.
 Concrete structural systems and drafting.
 Specialized structural systems in Alaska.
Student Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
 Understand the role relationships between structural drafter,
technician, and structural engineer.
 Be able to identify and explain the process of coordination
that exists between the structural engineer and other
consultants.
 Define the use of time sheets, budgets, and cost accounting
procedures as they apply to the structural working drawings
and office practice.
 Indicate a working vocabulary of structural engineering
terminology.
 Have a familiarity with building codes, association standards,
and manufacturing information effecting structural design.
 Describe the use, preparation, and reproduction of structural
drawings.
 Differentiate plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and
general notes on structural working drawings.
 Identify acceptable industry standards, symbols and drawing
conventions as they apply to concrete, masonry, steel, and
wood structural systems.
 Recognize structural engineering specifications and their
format.
 Explain the involvement of the drafter or technician in relation
to changes in both working drawings and specifications.
 Explain elementary structural statics principles, including loads,
forces, and the properties of areas.
 Properly use the American Institute of Steel Construction’s
Manual of Steel construction for determining structural steel
product designation and dimensions.
 Identify standard steel rolled and composite shapes.
 Describe the different connection methods for steel
construction.
 Produce structural steel drawings using CAD and/or BIM.
 Describe structural steel “shop” or “fabrication” drawings and
their purpose.
 Produce structural steel “shop” drawings using CAD and/or
BIM.
 Describe steel erection drawings and their purpose.
 Distinguish the elements of concrete masonry wall and
foundation detailing.
 Produce structural masonry drawings using CAD and/or BIM.
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Be familiar with structural wood load tables used to size
structural wood elements.
Produce structural wood drawings using CAD and/or BIM.
Describe the constituent elements of concrete.
Identify construction techniques for the various structural
concrete systems.
Produce structural concrete drawings using CAD and/or BIM.
Describe steel reinforcement shop drawings and their purpose.
Produce steel reinforcement shop drawings using CAD and/or
BIM.
Instructional Methods
Lectures:
Guest Lectures:
Collaboration:
Blackboard:
Each class will begin with a short review of the learning objectives
for that day’s class. Material for that class will be covered through
the use of slides, product samples, construction document review,
and demonstrations. Students are encouraged to participate in
the demonstrations and in instructor-led discussions. Students are
expected to have any assigned reading or homework completed
prior to class in order that they can actively participate.
Guest lecturers from the industry may present throughout the
semester.
Design work, and therefore drafting, requires extensive
communication. Drawings, after all, are a form of communication.
Students are expected to interact and learn from one another.
The best CAD tricks or tools are learned from other users, not a text
book or tutorial.
Blackboard will be used extensively. Discussion threads may be set
up for each assignment, for students to pose questions to the
instructor and each other. Assignments will be turned in via
Blackboard. Lectures, announcements, and schedule adjustments
will be posted via Blackboard.
Course Policies
Attendance:
You are expected to attend classes regularly; unexcused
absences may result in a failing grade. You are responsible for
coordinating absences and the possibility of arranging to make up
missed work with the instructor prior to the absence.
 Attendance will count as part of your grade. See Grading
Policy.
 If an unforeseen circumstance prevents you from attending
class you are expected to contact the instructor via email or
phone prior to the start of class.
 If you are required to participate in either (a) military or (b)
UAF-sponsored activities that will cause you to miss class, you
must notify your instructor as soon as possible of your absence.
You must notify your instructor of all scheduled UAF-required
absences for the semester (e.g., travel to athletic events)
during the first week of classes.
Late Assignments:
Late assignments are discouraged, but will be accepted. The
grade for late assignments will be reduced by 10% after the
original due date, and by an additional 10% every week
thereafter.
Missed exams will not be available to be made up unless prior
arrangements have been made with the instructor.
Missed Exams:
Important Dates:
Check the UAF Academic Calendar for important dates related to
fee payment, class registration and last day to drop courses. The
calendar can be viewed online at:
http://www.uaf.edu/catalog/current/acad_calendar.html.
Plagiarism/Academic Integrity: Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may result in
failure on exams, papers, projects, or courses. The entire purpose
of this class is to acquire useful skills. To cheat is to lose the
opportunity to acquire skills.
Cell Phones/etc:
Cell phone use in class is strongly discouraged. It is distracting and
disruptive to other students and the instructor. Cell phone use shall
be limited as follows:
 Ringers shall be turned off, or put on silent or vibrate.
o Recognizing that many students work and/or have
responsibilities outside of class that may require them to
occasionally take a call during class. If this is the case,
please quietly excuse yourself from the class before taking
the call to avoid disruption of the class.
 Text messaging, under any condition, is not allowed within the
classroom. Students observed texting during class will receive
no credit for attendance for that class.
Internet/Computer use:
Department Policies
Emergency Exits:
Food/Drink:
In the event that the above policies are ineffective, the
instructor reserves the right to implement more effective
policies.
Computers and the internet are a wonderful resource, but not
during class. During lectures, computer and internet use is
discouraged accept when directed by the instructor relative to
the lesson. Attendance credit will not be granted to those using
the internet to socialize during class.
In case of emergency, exit the room back into the main corridor.
Exits may be reached by going either direction down the main
corridor. Fire alarm pull stations and fire extinguishers are located
at each end of the corridor.
Covered drinks are allowed, food is not.
Support Services
TVC Student Assistance Center: The Student Assistance Center provides services that contribute
to a successful learning experience and transition to a career.
Services are available by appointment and on a walk-in basis.
Staff at the center recognize the unique concerns of adult and
returning students.
Services include pre-admission advising, academic assessment
and placement advising, financial aid information and
application, and assistance with choosing a major. Ongoing
academic advising, degree planning and course selection are
available.
For more information, contact Student Assistance, UAF Tanana
Valley Campus Center, 604 Barnette Street, Fairbanks, Alaska
99701, telephone (907) 455-2851, or visit online at
www.tvc.uaf.edu/stuassist.html.
Disabilities Services:
Disability Services, a program of the Center for Health and
Counseling, provides services for UAF students with disabilities to
ensure equal access to educational opportunities. Services are
free of charge and available to any student who qualifies as a
person with a disability. Some of the services provided include
note takers, readers, audio-taped texts, test proctoring and other
alternative testing arrangements and sign language interpreters.
Other available resources include enlarged print and other
adaptive materials and assistive technology at the Assistive
Technology Lab. Disability Services also provides referral to other
campus and community resources, advocacy for students
needing accommodations from faculty and staff, and advocacy
for students experiencing physical accessibility problems.
To discuss eligibility and available services, call the Center for
Health and Counseling at (907)474-7043 or TTY (907)474-7045 and
schedule an appointment with the coordinator of Disability
Services. Students who prefer to meet at the Downtown Center
can schedule an appointment through Student Assistance in
Room 210 or by calling (907) 474- 1151.
Grading Policy
Grading:
Evaluation:
All grades are determined by competency-based criteria
evaluation. Students are evaluated on individual performances
and are not graded in comparison with other students or normal
curve distribution. Letter grades for the course will reflect the
Grading System and Grade Point Average Computation policy
stated in the current UAF catalog. Faculty initiated withdrawals for
non-attendance, plagiarism, and disruptive behavior is per current
UAF Catalog guidelines.
The following components each contribute to the final grade.
 Introductory Exercise: There will be 15 points awarded for the
Introductory Exercise. Points will be awarded for participation
and effort.
 Homework: There are Homework Assignments based on
questions at the end of each chapter, totaling 170 points, or 10
points per chapter. See the Course Schedule for breakdown
per assignments.
 CAD/BIM Work: There are 400 points available for CAD/BIM
homework. Points per assignment vary- see Course Schedule.
 Mid-term exam: The mid-term exam is worth 125 points. The
exam will consist of two parts. Part 1 is a written exam
designed to examine the student’s retention of course material
covered during weeks 1-7. Part 2 is a task or series of tasks
based on CAD/BIM skills learned to date.
 Final Exam: The final exam is worth 125 points. Part 1 is a
written exam designed to examine the student’s retention of
course material covered during weeks 8-14. Part 2 is a task or
series of tasks based on CAD/BIM skills learned to date.
 Attendance: Credit for attendance will be 10 points per class.
Credit will not be awarded due to lack of participation.
Grade Tabulation:
Ta sk
Po ints
Intro Exerc ise
15
Ho m ew o rk
170
A uto C A D Wo rk
400
M id term Exa m
125
Fina l Exa m
150
A ttend a nc e
Tota l
140
1000
Grading Scale:
grades in this course)
Note: no +/A
92%
B
C
D
920 - 1000
84%
78%
70%
840 –
780 700 –
919
839
779
Course Calendar
The following course calendar provides a weekly schedule of major course topics, reading
assignments, homework assignments, CAD assignments, and exams. Students are expected to
complete the reading assignment prior to the week in which the assignment is listed. Homework
and CAD assignments are to be completed outside of scheduled class time during the week
after the course topic has been covered in class. Students should be prepared to discuss
homework at the beginning of the following class.
Week 1 – Class 1
Reading Assignment: None
Topics:
Introduction
Syllabus and Expectations
Introductory Exercise
Assignments:
None
CAD Due:
None
Week 2 – Class 2
Reading Assignment: Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Topics:
Structural Design Team
- Role relationships
- Consultants
- Timesheets and cost accounting
Assignments:
Chapter 1Questions
Chapter 2 Questions
CAD Due:
None
Week 3 – Class 3
Homework Review:
Week 4 – Class 4
Homework Review:
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Reading Assignment: Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Topics:
Structural Contract Documents
- Shop Drawings
- Design/engineering drawings
- Specifications
Assignments:
Chapter 3Questions
Chapter 4 Questions
CAD Due:
Title Block Creation
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Reading Assignment: Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Topics:
Structural Statics
- Types of Loads
- Forces
- Properties of Areas
Assignments:
Chapter 5 Questions
Chapter 6 Questions
CAD Due:
Notation/Symbol Library Creation
Week 5 – Class 5
Homework Review:
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Reading Assignment: Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Topics:
Structural Steel Construction
- Shapes
- Composites
- Sizes and uses
Assignments:
Chapter 7 Questions
Chapter 8 Questions
CAD Due:
Background preparation
Week 6 – Class 6
Homework Review:
Week 7 – Class 7
Homework Review:
Week 8 – Class 8
Homework Review:
Midterm Exam
Reading Assignment: Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Topics:
Masonry Construction
- Types of masonry
- Grout
- Mortar
Assignments:
Chapter 11 Questions
Chapter 12 Questions
CAD Due:
Structural Steel Set
Week 9 – Class 9
Homework Review:
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Reading Assignment: Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Topics:
Structural Steel Construction
- Connection Methods
o Bolt sizing
o Angle sizing
o Welding
Midterm Exam Review
Assignments:
Chapter 9 Questions
Chapter 10 Questions
CAD Due:
Steel Framing Plan Schematic
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Reading Assignment: None
Topics:
Midterm Exam
Structural Steel Framing Plans
Assignments:
None
CAD Due:
Structural Steel Details
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Reading Assignment: Chapter 13
Topics:
Assignments:
CAD Due:
Week 10 – Class 10
Homework Review:
Week 11 – Class 11
Homework Review:
Chapter 14
Masonry Construction
- Steel reinforcement
Chapter 13 Questions
Chapter 14 Questions
None
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Reading Assignment: Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Topics:
Wood Construction
- Dimensional lumber
- Glue laminated structural units
- Wood joists
- Wood panels
Assignments:
Chapter 15 Questions
Chapter 16 Questions
CAD Due:
Masonry Plan and Details
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Reading Assignment: Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Topics:
Wood Construction
- Connections
Assignments:
Chapter 17 Questions
Chapter 18 Questions
CAD Due:
None
Week 12 – Class 12
Homework Review:
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Reading Assignment: Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Topics:
Concrete Construction
- Types and uses
- Admixtures
- Concrete formwork
Assignments:
Chapter 19 Questions
Chapter 20 Questions
CAD Due:
Wood framing plan and details
Week 13 – Class 13
Homework Review:
Week 14 – Class 14
Homework Review:
Week 15 – Class 15
Homework Review:
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Reading Assignment: Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Topics:
Concrete Construction
- Columns
- Beams
- Steel Reinforcement
- Concrete Placing Drawings
Assignments:
Chapter 21 Questions
Chapter 22 Questions
CAD Due:
None
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Reading Assignment: Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Topics:
Concrete Construction
- Cast-in-place
- Pre-cast
o Pre-stressed
o Post-tensioned
Final Exam Review
Assignments:
Chapter 23 Questions
Chapter 24 Questions
CAD Due:
Concrete plan drawings
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Reading Assignment: None
Topics:
Final exam
Course evaluation
Assignments:
None
CAD Due:
Concrete detail drawings