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CET 220 Civil CAD Basics

This course introduces computer aided design (CAD) software used in the civil engineering field. Basic CAD tools for printing and manipulating CAD drawings are introduced.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: (CET 125 or concurrent)

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Course Number and Title:

CET 220 Civil CAD Basics

Campus Location

  • Georgetown

Effective Date

2022-51

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: (CET 125 or concurrent)

Course Credits and Hours

1 credit(s)

1 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

This course introduces computer aided design (CAD) software used in the civil engineering field. Basic CAD tools for printing and manipulating CAD drawings are introduced.

Additional Materials

None

Required Text(s)

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Disclaimer

None

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Prepare CAD drawings with appropriate values for drafting settings.(CCC 1, 2; PGC: CTO 1, 2, 4)
  2. Use common CAD drawing and editing commands. (CCC 1, 2; PGC: CTO 1, 2, 4)
  3. Select print/plot commands with proper settings. (CCC 1, 2; PGC: CTO 1, 2, 4)
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct as expected in industry.(CCC 1, 2, 4; PGC: CTO 1, 2, 4)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Prepare CAD drawings with appropriate values for drafting settings.
    1. Identify methods to open CAD drawing files.
    2. Identify methods to create new CAD drawing files.
    3. Demonstrate methods to change drawing settings such as units, layers, and text size.
    4. Describe the significance of drawing settings such as units, layers, and text size.
  2. Use common CAD drawing and editing commands.
    1. Identify common tools and toolbars.
    2. Use common drawing commands such as line and polyline.
    3. Use common edit commands such as copy, move, and offset.
    4. Use common text commands.
  3. Select print/plot commands with proper settings.
    1. Identify common printing/plotting settings.
    2. Illustrate common methods of title block layout in respect to drawings.
    3. Use print/plot command.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct as expected in industry.
    1. Identify the need for self-discipline and time management in technical industries.
    2. Communicate and function effectively as a member of a team.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

Assignments (Formative) (weighted equally)

20%

Quizzes (2-5) (Summative) (weighted equally)

50%

Plot Plan Project (Summative)

30%

TOTAL

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

CETAASCTO:

  1. Apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and applicable tools of the discipline to engineering activities, including but not limited to site development, hydraulics and hydrology, grading, and structural systems.
  2. Use graphic techniques and productivity software to produce engineering documents.
  3. Apply fundamentals of science and mathematics to solve engineering problems.
  4. Demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

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