School
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development
Division
Trade & Apprentice Education
Department
Skilled Trade & Apprenticeship
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
TAE - Developmental
Course Number
100
Course Title
Basic Print Reading
Credit Hours
2.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Catalog Course Description
Discusses print reading fundamentals needed for presenting concepts and techniques to various segments of today’s industry. Includes the alphabet (use) of lines; projection of various shapes and surfaces; presentation of hidden details; and methods, units of measurement, and techniques used for locating details in a variety of drawings.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
Core Course Topics
- Six Areas of the Blueprint
- Line Convensions
- Lettering
- Measurement Tools
- Title Block, Parts List, and Drawing Revisions Systems
- Multi view Drawings
- Section Views
- Auxiliary Views
- Screw Thread Representation
- Dimensioning
- Tolerancing
- Machining Specifications and Drawing Notes
- Surface Texture Symbols and Drawing Revision Systems
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
- Detail Drawings
- Assembly Drawings
- Welding Prints
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
- Define the difference between mechanical factory/shop prints, mechanical architectural construction prints, and surveyor’s prints.
- Explain the size difference of prints.
- Read measuring scales/micrometers.
- Convert US standards to metric and decimals using conversions.
- Read basic blueprints and reference various sections on prints for common questions/answers.
- Use the grid systems effectively on prints.
- Interpret various notes after reading the necessary information on prints.
- Explain call-out tags and extra notes.
- Identify different drawing views.
- Interpret welding notes/instructions on blueprints.
Assessment and Requirements
Assessment of Academic Achievement
Texts, handouts, and/or workbooks will be determined by the TAE department.
Texts
Texts, handouts, and/or workbooks will be determined by the TAE department.
Outcomes
Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Approval Dates
Effective Term
Winter 2021
Review Semester
Winter 2021