DDSN - Drafting Design

DDSN 101  CAD 1-A: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

This course starts with basic software recognition and user interface concepts, introduces basic computer drafting principles and commands, including some intermediate concepts including 3D visualization and drafting and document publishing. Students will learn blocks, fields, CAD tips and shortcuts, and also create their own template and title block. The featured software is AutoCAD Architecture. There is no prerequisite. This course, when followed by DDSN 102 – CAD-1B, is equivalent to DDSN 118 CAD-1.

DDSN 102  CAD 1-B: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: DDSN 101
This course is a follow-up to DDSN 101 CAD 1-A: the two courses together, completed successfully, are equivalent to DDSN 118 CAD 1. In this course, students will focus on using AEC objects to create construction documents of designs created by others.

DDSN 112  Professional Practices: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Sp) Students in this course will learn how to create a professional looking and effective résumé, understand their strengths and weaknesses, talents, and aptitudes, know how to properly seek employment in their chosen field, present themselves well in interviews and elevator pitches, know the basics of setting up their own business, understand the basic principles of the business of the Design Drafting field and learn how to continue to improve in all of these areas.

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  1. Create a viable resume and letter of introduction suitable for use in the job market or business development process
  2. Research and develop a business plan, business tools and a portfolio that will aid in establishing a design drafting business or work as an employee in the design drafting field
  3. Develop talents and skills necessary to enter the business world as an employee or business owner including: job and business application processes and interview skills
  4. Learn skills necessary to enter and prosper in the design drafting program.

DDSN 113  Technical Drafting: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(F) This course is divided into two parts. The first half of the semester is devoted to free hand sketching. The second half of the semester is hand drafting with an emphasis on learning the components of residential construction. Traditional drafting tools will be used such as T Squares, triangles, scales, eraser shields, and mechanical pencils.

DDSN 114  Introduction to CAD: 3 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Lab)

(Sp) Provides the learner with an understanding of two-dimensional computer-aided drafting. Students explore and create two dimensional drawings with the aid of AutoCAD software (made by Auto desk). Drawings focus on architecture, mechanical and civil engineering applications.

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  1. Understand fundamental CAD concepts.
  2. Understand and effectively use and navigate between Model Space and Paperspace.
  3. Understand, edit and change object properties.
  4. Be able to edit drawings.
  5. Be able to correctly plot and scale drawings.
  6. Be able to create multiple viewports displaying different views of a drawing.
  7. Correctly setup a drawing.

DDSN 118  CAD I: 4 Credits (4 Lec)

(F) (4 Lec) F This course starts with basic software recognition and user interface concepts, introduces basic Computer Aided Drafting principles and best practices. The course begins with the User Interface and progresses through 2D and 3D drafting and visualization. AEC Objects, and Document Publishing. Software featured: AutoCAD Architecture.

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  1. Easily navigate and understand the elements of the AutoCAD user interface
  2. Draw and modify basic shapes and objects, including but not limited to: lines, circles arcs, polygons, and polylines
  3. Annotate basic engineering and architectural drawings to a preset standard, including but not limited to: specific dimension styles, font types, \\n line types, and line weights
  4. Create and modify 3D objects, including but not limited to Extrudes, Lofts, Revolves, and Sweeps.
  5. Create, manage, and manipulated Layers, and Layer States
  6. Create, import, export, and save Blocks; including the creation and use of block attribute definitions.
  7. Create Elevations, Floor Plans, Electrical Plans, and Sections for a simple 2-story home in 3D, using AEC Objects found in AutoCAD Architecture as well as objects of their own creation.

DDSN 124  Descriptive Geometry: 4 Credits (4 Lec)

(4 Lec) S Prerequisite: DRFT 131. Advanced theory and practices in descriptive geometry construction and pattern development are covered in this course in preparation for advanced courses in Design Drafting. Descriptive Geometry teaches 3D visualization and how to solve geometric problems by drawing them in CAD. Typically Taken – 2nd Semester (Spring).

DDSN 131  Introduction to Drafting and Design: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(F, Sp) Introductory course, teaching hand and CAD drafting as it relates to Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Industrial Design.

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  1. Navigate and understand the elements of the AutoCAD User Interface
  2. Create and use different line weights, line styles, and line types by hand or in a CAD environment
  3. Demonstrate how and when to use different views and styles of drawings
  4. Define the differences between drafting and sketching, and demonstrate Hand techniques for both
  5. Define the differences and similarities between Hand and CAD Drafting and their respective strengths and weaknesses
  6. Demonstrate the differences between plan, oblique, axonometric, and projections views
  7. Produce drawings which conform to industry standards and know when it is acceptable to alter those standards
  8. Dimension drawings and use a scale to accurately print
  9. Convert drawings from 2D to 3D or vice versa by Hand or in a CAD environment
  10. Read and comprehend topography and surveying data

DDSN 135  SolidWorks I: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Sp) This course is a study and application of standards used for producing working drawings, including the fundamentals of geometric dimensioning and tolerance. Both detail and assembly drawings will be produced. Typically Taken – 2nd Semester (Spring).

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  1. Understand basic machining and manufacturing terminology
  2. Recognize the primary components of the SolidWorks user interface
  3. Create Sketches, Parts & Assemblies, using sketch geometry, parametric dimensions, relations, and mates
  4. Use the Editing tools to edit sketches & features as well as how to use the Rollback Bar
  5. Demonstrate the ability utilize Design Intent to create easy to modify parts & assemblies.
  6. Produce "Shop Ready" drawings of parts designed in SolidWorks
  7. Diagnose various problems within a part
  8. Understand how differing modeling techniques can affect the ability to edit parts
  9. How to create & utilize global variables and equations

DDSN 166  Revit I: 3 Credits (2 Lec, 1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: CSTN 173 and DDSN 131 or IDSN 230. (F, Sp) Students will be introduced to Parametric Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) that make up the base platform of this software as they work through a variety of drafting projects

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  1. Understand the basic user interface of Revit 2013 and how BIM is changing the relationships between Owners, Designers and Construction Teams;
  2. Gain a preliminary understanding of the Graphics-Database dependency and connections in BIM;\\n
  3. Understand the fundamentals of parametric modeling;
  4. Understand how virtual 3D space is defined and the visibility is controlled with datum in the BIM environment;
  5. How to create and modify Basic building system and component families such as walls, doors windows, floors, ceilings, roofs, structural foundations, and other building components and families necessary to document a simple residential project;
  6. Access the Revit 2D and 3D component libraries in the program and online from manufacturers to create models and detailed views and callouts.
  7. Students will be introduced to online resources for Revit training and program help;
  8. How to develop a 3D model of a simple residential buildings and create 2D and 3D views of the model to be placed on drawing sheets. These include detailed 3D Views, floor plans, building sections, wall sections, elevations, callouts, detail views and how to import Autocad drawings into Revit Architecture;
  9. Annotate and dimension views and sheets according to industry standards;
  10. Create a Revit title block and import Autocad title block into Revit Architecture;
  11. Create door and window schedules from the Revit Architecture project database;
  12. Understand, evaluate, create and manipulate System, Annotation and Component Families;
  13. How to plot sheets and views to PDF and network printers and plotters;
  14. How to research and find answers for questions in the Revit community network; these include AUGI, Revitcity, Autodesk, Wiki Help and other online resources.

DDSN 186  Intermediate Drafting & Design: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: DDSN 101 and 102 or DDSN 118 or DDSN 131
Explores advanced concepts, techniques, and customizability of AutoCAD. Create templates, set up and modify printers, generate shortcuts and subroutines, and increase drafting speed and efficiency. Transition from an AutoCAD user into a competent CAD manager. Typically Taken – 2nd Semester (Spring).

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  1. Students by the end of the course should be able to give and understand:
    -Self check to see how long it takes to draw from start to finish.
    -To feel comfortable knowing that if they loose a drawing they will have some
    tools to be able to try and recover their lost drawing.
    -Create and understand how to manipulate the ribbon and cui to make it more user
    friendly to them.
    -Import and Export blocks and other drawings to make the final drawing quicker
    -Creating a tool palate to make drafting quicker
    -Use poly lines to help create three dimensional objects to manipulate different
    object properties. (ex. Decks/porches/posts)
    -Apply and use the different coordinates to better understand how to draft levels
    on top of one another.
    -Create full construction documents of a home with a bonus room, basement, and
    main floor.

DDSN 215  Mechanical Detailing: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: CSTN 148, DDSN 135, MFTG 205. (F) Mechanical detailing introduces the fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing. Beginning with basics of blueprint reading, students will learn the terminology, rules, and symbols of GD&T as outlined in the ASME Y14.5M standards
Repeatable up to 18 credits.

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  1. Define and identify the primary functions outlined by Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T): fits, clearances, seal, wear
  2. Identify the various symbols, modifiers, and attributes defined by GD&T
  3. Demonstrate understanding of the rules of GD&T, and apply them in context using Solidworks Model Based Definition (MBD)
  4. Demonstrate understanding of a Bill of Materials (BOM); how to create, what are its parts: quantities, material properties, manufacturing processes
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of hardware specifications (SAE vs Metric), sizes, grades
  6. Identify on a drawing: welding call-outs, machining vocab, part/assembly history

DDSN 235  SolidWorks II: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: DDSN 135 or consent of Instructor, or approval by Program Director. (F) This course presents the advanced use of new designing techniques and capabilities of solid modeling using the SolidWorks software, including the integration of the advanced parametric modeling and drawing tools for SolidWorks

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  1. Advanced, mechanical, SmartMates and Mate referenced
  2. Top-down assembly modeling
  3. Using configurations within Assemblies
  4. Layout-based assembly design
  5. Multi-body solids
  6. Sketching with splines
  7. Sweeping options and advanced techniques
  8. Boundary features & lofting

DDSN 236  Product Design Challenges: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: MFTG 205, DDSN 135. (F) This course takes students through a series of design assignments & a semester-long project exploring the design processes used by companies in the prototyping and product design industry

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  1. Communicate design intent to a client through hand sketching
  2. Create a complete, fully defined assembly (SolidWorks) from incomplete sketches provided by a client
  3. Improve or modify a design while preserving the design intent
  4. Produce a full set of shop drawings using both Model Based Definition and traditional two dimensional documentation
  5. Produce a prototype of their design using additive or subtractive manufacturing techniques

DDSN 244  GIS and Mapping: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

Fundamentals of reading, interpreting, analyzing and designing maps. Topics of emphasis include 1.) the nature of geographic information, 2.) how geographic information systems (GIS) facilitates data analysis, and 3.) how cartographic design principles can be used to create maps that excel at effective visual thinking and communication. Students will create design effective reference and thematic maps for specific users. Typically Taken – 4th Semester (Spring).

DDSN 245  Civil Drafting: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(F, Sp) S Prerequisite: DDSN 118 or DDSN 101 or Program Director Approval. This course builds upon previous CAD experience and applies those skills to creating drawings specifically for the Civil Engineering industry. Instruction will be given relating to basic engineering principles like: survey data, acquisition, contour/break line creation, azimuth/bearing calculations, coordinate systems, latitude/longitude, and slope/grade calculations. Projects will primarily use AutoCAD Civil 3D software.

DDSN 265  Architectural Drafting: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: CSTN 173, DDSN 118 or DDSN 131 or DDSN 166. (F) The students in this course will create, from scratch, an entire two story home, and draw the plans in CAD to the level where it is ready to be submitted for permit to the City of Bozeman or other municipality. Plans will include: Site Plan, Four Exterior Elevations, Foundation Plan, Main Floor Plan, Second Floor Plan, Electrical Plans, Sections and Details as required. All drawings must follow current codes including: International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code, Fuel Gas Code, International Energy Conservation Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, and National Electrical Code. Historical US Home Styles and Space Planning Problems will also be explored

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  1. Describe and draw to meet current building codes;
  2. Identify components of, ;and draw to scale, various working drawings;
  3. Identify what drawings comprise a set of working construction documents;
  4. Create construction documents;
  5. Define the various types of ;plans, elevations, sections, and details;
  6. Recognize computer mass modeling, component and assembly renderings and complete building renderings.

DDSN 266  Revit II: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(F) S Prerequisite: DDSN 166. Students will be introduced to Parametric Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) that make up the base platform of this software as they work through a variety of drafting projects. Typically Taken 4th Semester (Spring).

DDSN 267  Construction Visualization: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Sp) This course advances BIM skills, emphasizing customization, efficiency, and productivity. It covers construction visualization, documentation, and reality capture, preparing students for modern industry demands. Recommended prerequisites: DDSN 118 or DDSN 131, and DDSN 166.

DDSN 275  Computer Rendering: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: DDSN 101 and 102 or DDSN 118 or DDSN 131. (F) This course will introduce basic computer rendering concepts and explore the use of current popular software. 2D and 3D concepts will be explored. Featured software: Adobe Photoshop and Google Sketchup. Typically Taken - 1st Semester (Fall)

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  1. Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
    Demonstrate skills in sketching and storyboarding;
    Use a variety of graphic formats and tools;
    Demonstrate skills in post production;
    Apply animation principles;
    Demonstrate presentation techniques.

DDSN 276  Presentation & Animation: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Sp) Excites the student through immersion into the topic of 3D computer graphics and animation. Digital environments are explored using the 3D Studio Max software. Interdisciplinary projects are created utilizing digital object construction, lighting, camera, kinetic and artistic techniques.

DDSN 291  Mechanical Detailing: 1-4 Credits ()

PREREQUISITE: DDSN 131, DDSN 135, MFTG 205. Mechanical detailing introduces the fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing. Beginning with basics of blueprint reading, students will learn the terminology, rules, and symbols of GD&T as outlined in the ASME Y14.5M-2009 standards

DDSN 298  Internship: 4 Credits (4 Other)

(F, Sp, Su) F,S,Su Prerequisite: Program Director approval only. Job experience within your chosen field. Typically Taken – 4th Semester (Spring).

DDSN 299  Capstone: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Sp) In this capstone class students will create a professional portfolio (both digital and physical) using InDesign in addition to the software which they have learned throughout the program. This will be the ultimate demostration of their knowledge, skill, and experience gained over the previous two years. Students will learn how to find employment in the hidden job market, conduct informational interviews and present themselves and their work in a professional setting.

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  1. Created a focused portfolio including a Resume, Cover Letter, Business Card, and Thank-You card.
  2. Knowledge of how to find the hidden job market.
  3. Learned about career opportunities by conducting five informational interviews.
  4. Possess the understanding of the interviewing process: before, during and after.
  5. Acquire the tools to successfully find and keep employment presently and into the future.