TECHNICAL GRAPHICS (TG)
TG 100. Introduction to Architectural Drafting.
A beginning residential architectural drafting course that presents basic elements of manual drafting including sketching, equipment use and techniques, scales, measurement, dimensioning, and the basic drawings found in residential plans. Four hours lab and one hour lecture. (3)
TG 120. Computer Aided Engineering Graphics.
Use of conventional and computer-aided drafting techniques, electronic hardware and systems to solve problems in Engineering Graphics. Orthographic projection, sketching, lettering, dimensioning, section views, geometric constructions and auxiliary views will be covered. (3)
TG 125. Print Reading for Industry.
Industrial drawings, pictorial sketching, symbols, geometric dimensioning, tolerancing, surface finishes, threads, fasteners, gears, sectional views, tooling and cams. Prerequisite: TG 100 or TG 120.(3)
TG 126. Computer Aided Architectural Drafting.
Use of computer-aided design software, hardware and systems to solve problems in graphics. Using AutoCAD to do: simple engineering drawings, basic floor plans, pictorials, dimensioning, elevations, and symbols will be covered. Prerequisite: TG 100. (3)
TG 180 (TG 170). Introduction to Industrial Graphics.
Familiarize the student of technical graphics with offset duplication, finishing processes, photography, drafting, screen printing, digital page layout and composition, electronic communication, and digital duplication. (3)
TG 220. Solid Modeling and Rapid Prototyping.
Use of advanced computer aided design and drafting software, hardware, and systems to produce three dimensional drawings, renderings and actual physical prototypes of parts and assemblies. Prerequisites: TG 120 or TG 126. (3)
TG 226. Residential Architectural Drafting and Design.
Computer aided drafting and design related to detailed working drawings of residential buildings including site, foundation, floor, elevations, sections with emphasis on structural components and construction standards and practices. Prerequisite: TG 120 or TG 126. (3)
TG 280. (TG 374) Vector and Bitmapped Graphics for Industry.
Addresses the software, concepts, principles, and elements of design integrated in the creation of graphics and images used in the design and development of industrial projects. Prerequisite: TG 180. (3)
TG 282. (TG 272) Electronic Publishing.
The use of electronic equipment and software for the preparation of copy, including design, editing, and typesetting. Prerequisites: TG 180; TG 280. (3)
TG 284. (TG 274) Photography Fundamentals.
Deals with the art of producing aesthetically pleasing photographs while practicing the requisite technical skills. (University Studies course) (3)
TG 322. Commercial Architectural Drafting and Design.
Introduction to the computer aided drafting and design of commercial and light commercial construction including materials, floor plan design and layout, print reading, mechanical systems, schedules, and the various drawings associated with commercial construction. Prerequisite: TG 226. (3)
TG 324. Design Modeling and Processes.
A study of how parts are produced. Basic industrial processes and materials are studied and used to produce mechanical models and projects. Prerequisites: TG 220. (3)
TG 326. Advanced Production Drafting.
Using CAD to solve advanced drafting problems. Modern computer drafting applications, i.e., CAD/Database applications. Isometric drawings, dimensioning and 3-D solid modeling applications. Prerequisite: TG 324 with a grade of C or better. (3)
TG 386. (TG 376) Interactive Multimedia & Animation.
This course is designed as an introduction to multimedia software and hardware. Topics to be covered are the integration of text, technical graphics, sound, and animation. Prerequisite: TG 280 or consent of instructor. (3)
TG 482. (TG 422) Multicolor Print Processes.
Designed to develop student knowledge in print operations for industry. Students will explore such topics as packaging print techniques, printing andpublication production, graphics workflow management, and scheduling and estimating for print. Prerequisite: TG 282 with a grade of "C" or better. (3)
TG 490. (TG 472) Advanced Graphics Projects.
Allows students to utilize the skills required while completing their technical graphics courses. Courses stresses problem-solving, critical analysis, application of concepts, principles and creative techniquest as taught in the Technical Graphics program. Prerequisites: senior standing. (3)
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