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2026-27 RCC Catalog 
    
2026-27 RCC Catalog
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MET 105 - Blueprint Reading - Mechanical


3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):  

MTH 20  or designated placement.

Recommended Prerequisite(s):  

MTH 102CT  or designated placement

Course Description: Introduces mechanical blueprints using multi-view projection, sectional views, auxiliary views, title blocks, and drawing formats which are the basis for all graphical communication in the manufacturing industry today. Knowledge of the techniques used on blueprints is necessary in the industry whenever descriptions of size, shape, and arrangement are used to produce, service, or sell a product. This course also introduces students to blueprint and drawing techniques which will be built upon with additional modules in the program. Dual numbered as WLD 104 .

Course also offered as: WLD 104  

Course Learning Outcomes:

  • CLO#1: Evaluate the basic elements of industry blueprints.
  • CLO#2: Interpret basic dimensioning standards within a blueprint. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
  • CLO#3: Interpret auxiliary views from a machinist perspective.
  • CLO#4: Interpret  standard-drawing title block notes and drawing formats used in industry.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific calculator (Texas Instrument TI-36X is recommended), scratch paper for calculations, pen and pencils.

Course Meeting Hours Type: Lecture/Lab
Course meeting hours minimum: 60
Course meeting hours standard: 66
Course meeting hours maximum: 72

ACTI Code, Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory



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