DFTG 2110 Syllabus

Subject Code

DFTG

Course Number

2110

Course Title

Print Reading I

Prerequisites

Provisional admission

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Offered Fall

Credit Hours

(1-2-2)

Course Description

This course introduces the fundamental principles and practices associated with interpreting technical drawings. Topics include the interpretation of blueprints and sketching.

Course Outcomes

Interpretation of Blueprints

• Match technical drafting terms to their correct definitions.
• List the Alphabet of Lines and their use.
• Given 1 or more of the 6 principal views, solve for the missing dimensions.
• List the 2 different dimension systems used in technical drafting.
• Describe the difference between general and local notes.
• Calculate accumulated tolerance.
• Calculate limit, unilateral and bilateral tolerances.
• Identify 6 sectional views and their use.
• Identify and size the following: diameters, radii, blind holes, clearance holes, chamfers, fillets, rounds, keyseats and keyways, counterbores and countersink, finish symbols, bosses and pads, slotted holes, tapers, necks, steel carbon content, spotface, annular grooves.

Sketching

• Sketch the Alphabet of Lines.
• Draw a freehand sketch using the 6 principal views.
• Draw a freehand isometric sketch to correct proportions.
• Draw a freehand oblique cabinet sketch to correct proportions.
• Use 5 x 5 and ISO grid paper to sketch technical drawings.