DFTG 2110 Syllabus

Subject Code

DFTG

Course Number

2110

Course Title

Print Reading I

Prerequisites

Provisional admission

Corequisites

Terms Offered

Credit Hours

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.