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PROGRAM/DEGREE REQUIREMENT CHANGE (MAJOR/MINOR)
SUBMITTED BY:
Department
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by
College/School
Drafting Technology
Thane Magelky
Phone
Tanana Valley Campus
907-455-2845
Email
Faculty
temagelky@alaska.edu
Thane Magelky
Contact
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governing curriculum & course changes.
PROGRAM IDENTIFICATION:
Drafting Technology
DEGREE PROGRAM
Degree Level: (i.e., Certificate, A.A., A.A.S., B.A.,
B.S., M.A., M.S., Ph.D.)
A. CHANGE IN DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:
objectives)
Certificate
(Brief statement of program/degree changes and
The Drafting Technology Certificate currently requires students take courses on a broad range of
topics. Some of this coursework is only peripherally related to a career as a draftsperson, replaces
other courses that are specifically applicable to someone’s expertise as a draftsperson, or relate to
one specific field within a range of options open to a draftsperson.
Rather than exposing students to such a broad range of topics, without any real expertise in any one,
we would like to focus the required Drafting Technology coursework on the skills of drafting and
operating drafting software. These proposed changes to the Drafting Technology Certificate will
streamline the Certificate, ensuring our students receive the best and most advanced drafting
related coursework we have to offer before they receive a certificate.
Major electives will provide students an opportunity to explore specific fields or areas of interest in
industries that employ draftspersons. Areas of concentration will be offered in specific topic areas.
B.
CURRENT REQUIREMENTS AS IT APPEARS IN THE CATALOG:
Drafting Technology
College of Rural and Community Development
Tanana Valley Campus
907-455-2845
www.tvc.uaf.edu/programs/drafting/
Certificate
Minimum Requirements for Certificate: 36 credits
The drafting technology program offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and
knowledge in the field of computer-aided drafting.
Courses combine technical know-how and hands-on experience necessary for work in a variety of
drafting fields. Qualified students have the opportunity to work side-by-side with professionals from
the architectural and engineering community in internship situations, gaining valuable on-the-job
experience. In the classroom, students develop skills in mathematics, drawing and multi-functional
AutoCAD techniques. Students are introduced to conventional drawing techniques and computer-
aided drafting from their very first course.
Certificate Program
1. Complete the general university requirements.
2. Complete the certificate requirements.
3. Complete the following program requirements:
DRT F101—Introduction to Drafting—3 credits
DRT F110—Computer Literacy for Drafting—3 credits
DRT F170—Beginning AutoCAD—3 credits
DRT F210—Intermediate AutoCAD—3 credits
PRT F110—Introduction to Occupational Safety—3 credits
PRT F117—Drafting for Technicians—3 credits
4. Complete 9 credits from the following or program coordinator-approved electives:
CM F102—Methods of Building Construction—3 credits
CM F123—Codes and Standards—3 credits
DRT F112—Introduction to GIS—3 credits
DRT F115—Graphics I—3 credits
DRT F121—Building Trades Blueprint Reading—3 credits
DRT F140—Architectural Drafting—3 credits
DRT F150—Civil Drafting I—3 credits
DRT F160—Drafting Internship—1 – 6 credits
DRT F270—Advanced AutoCAD—3 credits
ES F101—Introduction to Engineering—3 credits
PRT F101—Introduction to Process Technology—3 credits
5. Minimum credits required—36 credits
Note: DRT F140, DRT F141, DRT F150 and DRT F151 are available through the Center for Distance
Education and Independent Learning. For information phone 907-474-5353.
C.
PROPOSED REQUIREMENTS AS IT WILL APPEAR IN THE CATALOG WITH THESE CHANGES:
(Underline new wording strike through old wording and use complete catalog format )
Drafting Technology
College of Rural and Community Development
Tanana Valley Campus
907-455-2845
www.tvc.uaf.edu/programs/drafting/
Certificate
Minimum Requirements for Certificate: 36 33 to 34 credits
The drafting technology program offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and
knowledge in the field of computer-aided drafting.
Courses combine technical know-how and hands-on experience necessary for work in a variety of
drafting fields. Qualified students have the opportunity to work side-by-side with professionals from
the architectural and engineering community in internship situations, gaining valuable on-the-job
experience. In the classroom, students develop skills in mathematics, drawing and multi-functional
AutoCAD techniques. Students are introduced to conventional drawing techniques and computeraided drafting from their very first course.
The Drafting Technology Certificate includes focused training in computer aided drafting. Courses
combine technical CAD training with the vocabulary and knowledge needed to communicate with
future employers in the architectural, engineering, and construction fields. Students develop skills in
mathematics, drawing and multi-functional CAD techniques. Students are instructed in traditional
drawing techniques, computer-aided drafting (CAD), and building information modeling (BIM)
technologies giving them the knowledge and flexibility to work traditionally and with the most
recent drafting technologies. Qualified students have the opportunity to work side-by-side with
professionals from the architectural and engineering community in internship situations gaining
valuable on-the-job experience.
Students entering the certificate program are expected to have computer skills equivalent to CIOS
F150.
Certificate Program
Concentrations: Architectural Drafting, Civil Drafting, Information Technology, Mechanical and
Electrical Drafting, Process Technology, Structural Drafting
1. Complete the general university requirements.
2. Complete the certificate requirements.
3. Complete the following program certificate requirements:
DRT F101—Introduction to Drafting—3 credits
DRT F110—Computer Literacy for Drafting—3 credits
DRT F121—Building Trades Blueprint Reading Construction Documents and Drawings—3
credits
DRT F170—Beginning AutoCAD—3 credits
DRT F210—Intermediate AutoCAD—3 credits
DRT F270—Advanced CAD—3 credits
PRT F110—Introduction to Occupational Safety—3 credits
PRT F117—Drafting for Technicians—3 credits
4. Complete 9 credits from the following or program coordinator-approved electives one of the
following concentrations:
CM F102—Methods of Building Construction—3 credits
CM F123—Codes and Standards—3 credits
DRT F112—Introduction to GIS—3 credits
DRT F115—Graphics I—3 credits
DRT F121—Building Trades Blueprint Reading—3 credits
DRT F140—Architectural Drafting—3 credits
DRT F150—Civil Drafting I—3 credits
DRT F160—Drafting Internship—1 – 6 credits
DRT F270—Advanced AutoCAD—3 credits
ES F101—Introduction to Engineering—3 credits
PRT F101—Introduction to Process Technology—3 credits
Architectural Drafting
CM F102—Methods of Building Construction—3 credits
CM F123—Codes and Standards—3 credits
DRT F140—Architectural Drafting—3 credits
Civil Drafting
CM F102—Methods of Building Construction—3 credits
CM F213—Civil Technology—4 credits
DRT F150—Civil Drafting —3 credits
Information Technology
CITS F203—Information Technology Support Essentials—4 credits
CITS F204—Introduction to Network Support and Administration—3 credits
CITS F261—Computer and Information Security—3 credits
Mechanical and Electrical Drafting
CM F102—Methods of Building Construction—3 credits
CM F142—Mechanical and Electrical Technology—4 credits
DRT F155—Mechanical and Electrical Drafting—3 credits
Process Technology
PRT F101—Introduction to Process Technology—3 credits
PRT F110 —Intro to Occupational Safety—3 credits
PRT F117—Drafting for Technicians—3 credits
Structural Drafting
CM F102—Methods of Building Construction—3 credits
CM F231—Structural Technology—4 credits
DRT F145—Structural Drafting—3 credits
5. Minimum credits required—36 33 to 34 credits
Note: DRT F140, DRT F141, DRT F150 and DRT F151 are available through the Center for Distance
Education and Independent Learning. For information phone 907-474-5353.
Note: DRT F160 Drafting Internship may be substituted for concentration specific DRT courses with
program approval.
D.
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
program changes proposed. If any additional faculty is required, they will be adjunct faculty and
will be self-supported through tuition. Adjunct faculty is desired for some of these courses as they
provide real world, accurate exposure to industry standards and trends.
E.
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)
The Construction Management Program will see increased enrollments in multiple courses. The
Program Coordinator of Construction Management, Galen Johnson, is also the Coordinator of
Drafting Technology. Current enrollment levels in the affected courses would facilitate additional
students, excluding an unforeseen rise in Drafting Technology or Construction Management
enrollments.
F.
IF MAJOR CHANGE - ASSESSMENT OF THE PROGRAM:
Description of the student learning outcomes assessment process.)
A new Student Learning Outcomes Assessment process is currently being implemented into the
Drafting Technology Program. This process will include the following components:
 A nationwide certification program for CAD software will be administered to students upon
completion of their last CAD class, Advanced CAD DRT F270. 90% of students are expected

to pass this exam and receive software specific certification.
Students will develop and maintain a paper and electronic portfolio throughout their
courses within the Drafting Technology program. As part of their final course, Advanced
CAD F270, they will submit a copy of their developed portfolio for the Drafting Technology
program to retain. Portfolios will be shared with the Drafting Technology Advisory
Committee, comprised of community industry members, for review. A scoring metric will
be established for the review based upon completion, demonstration of competence, and
organization. 80% of portfolios submitted shall meet and/or exceed expectations based
upon the Advisory Committee’s review.
JUSTIFICATION FOR ACTION REQUESTED
The purpose of the department and campus-wide curriculum committees is to scrutinize
program/degree change 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. If you drop a course, is it
because the material is covered elsewhere? Use as much space as needed to fully
justify the proposed change and explain what has been done to ensure that the quality
of the program is not compromised as a result.
This proposal seeks to refine and refocus the Certificate in Drafting Technology, going from a program
with a broad focus on a wide range of topics perhaps only peripherally related to drafting, to a program
that focuses on producing graduates who have had the maximum exposure to drafting and drafting
related coursework possible under a certificate program.
Under its present configuration, only 9 of the 18 required major courses are specific to drafting. 3
credit hours are a computer literacy course, 3 an occupational safety course, and 3 a drafting course
specific to Process Technology.
Finally, based upon discussions with our advisory committee and industry research, the local need for
draftspersons is focused within the construction industry (contractors, architects, and engineers).
DRT F110 Computer Literacy for Technicians has been removed as a program requirement in this
proposal. The majority of students entering the program, in excess of 90%, have the majority of
computer skills taught in DRT F110. The repetition of material is redundant when student’s short time
in the certificate program would be better focused on learning drafting skills. Students will be
interviewed upon entry into the program to ensure adequate computer knowledge. Those students in
need of additional computer training will be advised into DRT F110, CIOS F150, or an equal course.
PRT F110 Intro to Occupational Safety instructs students on safety and regulations within the process
industry. Based upon student interest and industry information, few if any of our graduates will work
in the process industry. Furthermore, very little CAD work takes place outside of an office
environment. This proposal seeks to remove this course as a major requirement.
PRT F117 Drafting for Technicians is a course tailored for students in Process Technology or drafting
students interested in the Process Technology field. This is a minority of enrolled students and
represents an interested best addressed as an elective. This proposal seeks to remove this course as a
major requirement and offer it in an area of concentration.
DRT F270 Advanced CAD is the program’s most advanced CAD course. By making it a major
requirement, the program is advancing the student’s practical knowledge of CAD as far as possible in
the certificate program without trade or profession specific focus. This proposal seeks to move this
course to a major requirement from an elective.
DRT F121 Construction Documents and Drawings provides the literacy needed to read and understand
construction documents. While the focus is on building construction, the conventions of drafting for
multiple trades and professions are covered. This proposal seeks to move this course to a major
requirement from an elective.
CM F102 Methods of Building Construction is a general overview of the means, materials, and methods
used in construction. The course provides students with the basic understanding of construction
materials and techniques needed to communicate as a draftsperson. This proposal seeks to move this
course to a major requirement from an elective.
Major electives are broken into separate areas of concentration. The areas of concentration allow
students to take between 9 and 10 credit hours in an area of interest. The majority of concentration
areas are associated with specific trades or professions. An additional area of concentration focuses on
Information Technology. Draftspersons quite often end up being the de-facto computer expert in small
office settings; this offering gives students an option to better market for those positions.
The proposed program changes represent an effort to better prepare our graduates for employment
while making them more marketable within the construction industry. Under our present program,
students graduate with minimal exposure to the industries in which they are seeking employment, with
neither the advanced CAD skill or industry specific knowledge to be successful. This proposal seeks to
strengthen the Drafting Technology program and remedy that condition.
APPROVALS:
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Program/Department of:
Date
Signature, Chair, College/School
Curriculum Council for:
Date
Signature, Dean, College/School
of:
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Signature, Chair, UAF Faculty Senate Curriculum
Review Committee