I. General Information

1. Course Title:
Blueprint III (CAD Systems)

2. Course Prefix & Number:
WELD 1113

3. Course Credits and Contact Hours:

Credits: 2

Lecture Hours: 2

4. Course Description:

This course will expand on skills obtained in WELD 1111 and WELD 1112. Students will use CAD to create 3D models, 2D prints, assembly prints, and welding symbols. Students will develop and place into practice the necessary skills to create and interpret weldment blueprints and create a final project.

5. Placement Tests Required:

Accuplacer (specify test):

No placement tests required

Score:

6. Prerequisite Courses:

9. Co-requisite Courses:

There are no corequisites for this course.

II. Transfer and Articulation

III. Course Purpose

1. Program-Applicable Courses – This course is required for the following program(s):

Welding & Fabrication AAS
Welding & Fabrication Diploma

IV. Learning Outcomes

1. College-Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Outcomes/Competencies	Students will be able to:
Demonstrate reading and listening skills	Acquire information from texts and lectures.
Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills	Communicate effectively to compare and contrast project problems.
Utilize appropriate technology	Determine the proper equipment for specific blueprint designs.

2. Course Specific Outcomes - Students will be able to achieve the following measurable goals upon completion of the course:

• Generate a 3D model using CAD program;
• Produce 2D blueprint from a three dimensional model;
• Insert multiple part models into an assembly;
• Create a DXF File from a part model;
• Interpretive a flat layout bend print generated from a part model; and
• Determine part revisions thru interpretation of 3D models and assemblies.

V. Topical Outline

Listed below are major areas of content typically covered in this course.

1. Lecture Sessions

1. 3-Dimensional Models
• Sketch
• Extrude feature
• Cut extrude
2. Assemblies
• Inserting models
• Mating parts
• Dimensions
3. Part Drawing
• Inserting part views
• Weld symbols
• Local notes
• Dimensions
4. Flat Patterns
• Suppressing
• Folding parts
5. DXF Files
• Surface selections
6. Sketch Image
• Inserting an image
• Auto trace
• Suppressing