Computer Technology

Introduces the use and operation of microcomputers for home, educational, business, and industrial applications. Emphasizes developing skills with Microsoft Windows programs. Students will learn word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications that operate within the Windows environment, progressing from the fundamental components of a computer system to the multitasking aspects of Windows-based programs.

Familiarizes students with computer-aided design (CAD) software and assists in developing the skills and knowledge required to operate a CAD system. Requires completion of a series of drafting assignments.

Provides additional training and practice in the use of CAD, requiring progressively more complex drawing assignments. Covers entering pertinent data for drawings, using relative and absolute coordinates, employing keyboard digitizing or pointing devices, sending drawing commands to a plotter, and producing a hard copy.

Provides additional training and practice in the use of CAD, using progressively more complex drawing assignments in drafting assignments. Covers entering pertinent data for drawings, using relative and absolute coordinates, employing keyboard digitizing or pointing devices, sending drawing commands to a plotter, and producing a hard copy.

Provides an overview of parametric solid modeling software for mechanical applications using SolidWorks. Students learn to use sketch planes to create 3-D solid models, add features, and build complexity into their models.

Provides additional training and practice in the use of AutoCAD and SketchUp for Carpentry, Electrical, and Masonry students, requiring progressively more complex drawing assignments. Instruction in the development of architectural plan and elevation drawings, wall sections, details, schedules and working 3D models.

Provides a comprehensive exploration of topics in computer-aided manufacturing. Emphasizes modeling and programming, methods, production environment, and production impacts.

Continues the exploration of complex topics associated with computer-aided manufacturing in CPTR 263. Emphasizes modeling and programming, methods, production environment, future forward developments in the field, and troubleshooting techniques.