Techology Design (TMD)

Introduction to theories of projection and the concepts of engineering drawing, including geometric construction, multi-view drawing, auxiliary views as well as techniques of lettering and sketching. Hands-on sessions provide practice to reinforce student learning.

Awareness of computers in engineering design and problem solving, with emphasis on AutoCAD program on microcomputers for engineering graphics at a beginning level of design. Hands-on sessions using personal computers will provide practice to reinforce the concepts and provide practical experience.

Develops analytic abilities of various types of force acting on a rigid body at rest with emphasis on systems using algebra and trigonometry, including vectors, couples, equilibrium, centroids, moments, friction, and moments of inertia.

Advanced aspects of CAD using AutoCAD to produce engineering drawing, 2D architecture, and mechanical drawings. Special emphasis is placed on 3D techniques, solid modeling, and rendering. Hands-on sessions using personal computers will provide practice to reinforce the concepts and provide practical experience.

This course introduces students to the behavior of materials when subjected to different loadings and restraints and the prediction of material behavior in various mechanical applications. It will cover stress, strain, and mechanical properties of materials, axial load, torsion, bending, and shear. Beams, shafts and columns will be studied.

Experimentation with properties of materials, fabrication characteristics, testing, and inspection. It will acquaint students with techniques of testing materials, making accurate observations of phenomena and correct interpretations of results. Meets 2 hours per week.