Drafting

Using knowledge from BLPR 112, instructs power plant student in the drawing of sectional views, single-line and isometric piping diagrams, elevations and spool drawings.

Introduces basic concepts and drawing skills, including sketching freehand and with tools, manual drafting, orthographics, isometric and oblique drawings, using a scale, drawing to various scales, and solving geometric problems in drafting. Also teaches Machine Tool Technology students to read and understand various styles of mechanical drawings and blueprints and to interpret drawings in relation to basic information provided so that possible errors or omissions can be corrected before proceeding on work assignments. Develops ability to recognize standard graphic symbols dealing with machine threads, tolerance allowances, and the various styles of dimensioning used in the industry.

Develops the ability to illustrate with drawings, using the appropriate scale and details necessary for building residential homes, including foundations, footings, framing, roof sections, stairs, windows, and door details. This includes a detailed introduction to SketchUp and how to utilize the software.

Develops basic skills in hand drawing and sketching techniques to create reasonably-scaled landscape designs using horticultural symbols, different line weights, textures and colors.

Explores how drafting pertains to electronic components, equipment, and systems manufacturing, including the following units of study: diagrams, schematics, printed circuit boards, and other relative designs, along with electrical and electronic drawings stressing modern representation used for block diagrams, schematic diagrams, logic diagrams, wiring/assembly drawings, printed circuit board layouts, motor control diagrams, power distribution diagrams, and electrical one-line diagrams. The respective roles of engineers, designers, and draftsmen and how these relate to the electrical shop will be explored.