Computer-Aided Drafting & Manufacturing Course Descriptions

CDM 103 Introduction to CAD Systems ... 2
Uses both AutoCAD and Cadkey software to introduce CAD. Coverage includes functions of CAD drawing, its components, creating and editing drawing, input methods, basic views, basic dimensioning, and steps needed to save and retrieve completed CAD drawings. Engineering report required.

CDM 104 CAD Systems II ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 103. Extends topics covered in CDM 103 and includes advanced orthographic views, tolerancing, and dimensioning. Covers sketching, sectional views, auxiliary views, and basic descriptive geometry. Uses AutoCAD software.

CDM 120 Descriptive Geometry ... 2
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Analysis of basic shape descriptions using successive auxiliary views and rotations to determine true lengths, sizes and shapes, and to find solutions to problems dealing with coplanar and non-coplanar forces. Engineering report required.

CDM 205 Architectural Drafting I ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. General orientation, site work, floor plans, elevation drawings, structural information and dimensioning information, roof plans, schedules of fixtures and equipment. Fall.

CDM 206 Architectural Drafting II ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 205. Detail drawings, sections, stairs, foundation plans, and introduction to electrical drawings, plumbing and HVAC drawings, perspectives and renderings. Spring.

CDM 209 Construction Materials ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Use and availability of concrete, masonry, metals, wood and plastics, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, etc.

CDM 210 HVAC Drafting ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Design of systems related to size and structure of buildings. Drawings for heating systems: forced air, hot water, radiant, and electrical. Air conditioning systems and drawings.

CDM 211 Structural Drafting ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Interpretation of general plans, stress diagrams, erection diagrams and specifications. Preparation of steel details, falsework plans, foundation and masonry plans, and bills of material and bolt lists. Drawing of basic welding details.

CDM 212 Electrical/Electronic Drafting ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Includes electrical symbols and fundamentals, conduit and grounding plans, lighting plans, details of electrical equipment, electronic symbols and tables, connections diagrams, schematic block and logic diagrams, instrumentation and control drawings.

CDM 221 Solid Modeling I ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Introduction to parametric solid modeling using Solidworks software.

CDM 222 Solid Modeling II ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 221. Intermediate parametric solid modeling using Solidworks software.

CDM 223 Geometric Dimensioning/Tolerance ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Fundamentals and techniques, general dimensioning, practices, limit dimensions, cylindrical fits, S.I. metrics, tolerances of position and form, surface texture, profile, orientation and runout.

CDM 231 Tool Path Generation ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Includes short history of N/C programming, cutters, speeds and feeds, sequence of operations, tool path generation for 3-axis and multiaxis machines, tooling and machine language using Mastercam program and completion of prototypes in CNC manufacturing cell.

CDM 235 Manufacturing Processes ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Focuses on processes used in manufacturing metal parts. Includes machining, stamping, extruding, swaging, grinding, casting, forging, roll forming, welding, electrical discharge machining (EDM) and threading. Finishing processes include anodizing, tempering, annealing, pickling, etc. Addresses overall process of manufacturing planning. Prerequisite waived with instructor consent.

CDM 251 Introduction to Piping Drafting ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Pneumatic/ hydraulic fundamentals and codes, kinds of pipe and specifications, piping symbols, piping schematics, plans, riser diagrams, isometrics, and details of piping.

CDM 255 Civil Drafting ... 3
Prerequisite: CDM 104. Drawing and interpretation of site plans and maps, calculating drainage; and drawing structural steel details, reinforcing concrete and the piping related to site plans.

CDM 270 Externship ... 3
Prerequisite: Approval of CAD/CAM department chair and meet externship requirements. Practical work experience and structured occupational learning specific to CAD/CAM major. Provides educational experience not available in classroom or lab.

CDM 298 CAD/CAM Capstone ... 1
Culminating course experience for the CAD/CAM program. Corequisite: application for graduation.