MET 101 - Mechanical Drafting

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Introduces manual mechanical drafting techniques. Focuses on drawing layout, dimensioning standards, and sectional views through a series of practical problems.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Identify the proper use of drafting tools and material.
CLO#2: Apply graphic symbols, line construction, and basic blue print drafting rules for presentation.
CLO#3: Produce accurate and legible blueprint drawings.
CLO#4: Recreate images based on visualizations to communicate an idea using freehand sketching presentations. (ILO: Communication)

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Pencils: 4H, 2H, HB (2 of each kind), Triangular Square, Triangles: 45, 30-60 degrees, Eraser, Erasing Shield, Desk Brush, Templates (large and small circles), Bow Compass (8 or 9”), one roll masking tape and a lettering guide.

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (60) and a required state minimum of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.