MCCCD Program Description

Computer-Aided Engineering

Course: ECE216AA

First Term: 2024 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 4.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: T- Lab Load

Description: Study and application of engineering graphics, parts modeling, assemblies modeling, and engineering drawings including tolerancing and fasteners using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate competence using CAD software and its interface to create parts, assemblies, and drawings. (I-IX) 2. Use CAD software to design parts using 3-dimensional features. (II, III, VIII) 3. Use CAD software to assemble parts to create a functional assembly. (IV, VIII) 4. Use CAD software to produce drawings of parts following ASME standards. (V, VIII) 5. Demonstrate understanding of tolerancing, interchangeability, threads, and fasteners. (V) 6. Use CAD software to produce drawings of assemblies following ASME standards. (VI, VIII) 7. Demonstrate understanding of manufacturing and prototyping processes. (VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. CAD software A. Multiple CAD software on the market B. CAD software interface C. View modes D. Units E. Files formats II. Sketches A. 2D sketches B. Construction lines C. Dimensions D. Sketch pattern E. Relations F. Constraint state III. Part design A. Design intent inside the part B. Boss features C. Cut features D. Revolution E. Sweep and loft F. Hole feature G. Feature patterns H. Parametric dimensions I. Part configurations J. Apply material K. Evaluation tool 1. Mass property 2. Center of mass 3. Origin transfer IV. Assembly design A. Design intent for assembly B. Insert components C. Mates D. Assembly configurations E. Bottom-up assemblies F. Thread and fasteners G. Smart mates H. Top-down assemblies I. Clearance and collision detection J. Exploded view K. Motion study V. Part drawing A. Dimensioning rules B. Flat views C. Section views D. Detail view E. Thread dimension F. Tolerancing standards and interchangeability G. Tolerance stack-up VI. Assembly drawing A. 3D view B. Exploded views C. Sheet format D. Title block E. Parametric notes F. Bill of materials VII. Fabrication A. Manufacturing process overview B. Rapid prototyping overview C. File format for rapid prototyping VIII. Design project A. Imagining creative designs B. Parts models C. Assembly D. Technical Drawings E. Sharing the final design IX. CAD software certification

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 27, 2024

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