Course Syllabus
Course: ENGR 2270
Division: Natural Science and Math
Department: Computer Science & Engineering
Title: Engineering Graphics and Design - Civil
Semester Approved: Summer 2023
Five-Year Review Semester: Spring 2028
End Semester: Spring 2029
Catalog Description: This course provides students an introduction to computer-aided drafting for those entering the Civil Engineering field as well as other interested students. The course is based around software packages such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit which are common to the civil engineering and construction industries. Students work as individuals and in teams to combine drafting theory with drafting software to complete projects representative of the industry. This course is designed for engineering majors and fulfills the pre-engineering requirements for the Associates of Pre-Engineering as well as requirements to apply for the Professional Program of several Engineering Majors.
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 3; Lecture: 2; Lab: 2
Prerequisites: MATH 1060 (may be taken concurrently)
Justification: The development of proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit is essential to a civil engineering student's transition from education to the workforce. Most civil engineering students' first jobs will be based in developing models and drawings under the guidance of a licensed engineer while they gain experience. Additionally, transfer institutions are requesting that our students have a computer-aided drafting course based around the software named. This class is most similar to ENGR 2270 at Utah State University.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to develop models aligned with engineering design principles using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit. Students will be assessed through homework assignments, exams, and/or quizzes, and/or projects.
Students will be able to communicate designs, specifications, and tolerances through developed drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit. Students will be assessed through homework assignments, exams, and/or quizzes, and/or projects.
Students will be able to operate comfortably and confidently within the software environment of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit. Students will be assessed through homework assignments, exams, and/or quizzes, and/or projects.
Content:
This course covers the fundamental principles and creative modeling and problem-solving methods for the following topics: *AutoCAD - Development of models and subsequent drawings*AutoCAD - Annotation and dimensioning standards*AutoCAD - Using model space and paper space*AutoCAD - Development of orthographic views*AutoCAD - Integration of blocks and referenced drawing files*Civil 3D - Inserting survey points*Civil 3D - Development of surfaces*Civil 3D - Development of alignments, plans, and profiles*Civil 3D - Modeling utilities*Revit - Inserting survey points*Revit - Modeling building elements including walls, doors windows, curtain walls, beams, columns, footings, and foundations*Revit - Development of structural details Expectations include learning through participation in classroom lectures and demonstrations, lab work days, in-class problem solving, quizzes and/or homework. The structure of the course will be tailored to address the needs of students coming from diverse backgrounds, varied levels of preparation for collegiate study and students with time gaps since the completion of prerequisite courses. The course incorporates diverse perspectives by approaching computer aided design through the lens of three separate software systems.
Key Performance Indicators:
Homework assignments 20 to 60%
Projects 0 to 20%
Exams 10 to 50%
Quizzes / Participation 0 to 20%
Representative Text and/or Supplies:
There are no required books or materials.
Pedagogy Statement:
This course will be taught in a classroom setting where students are expected to come prepared for the class and ready to actively participate in the instruction and discussions. Classroom lectures will build upon the principles of drafting and modeling in computer aided software, allow for open discussion of the topics as well as discussions on applications of those principles in every- day scenarios. Classroom experimenting with the software and problems solving in small and large groups will further reinforce student knowledge of the principles. Small group problem solving allows all students to interact and collaborate with problem solving, and allow for more classroom input on ideas and knowledge to further diversify the students understanding of the principles with the input of the instructor and their peers.Students are provided opportunities for success as well as making mistakes and failing in a safe environment, where they can try again and apply what they have learned in the process. Students are reminded that our safe classroom environment provides them opportunities to falter and grow in the process, and is not a reflection of fixed, natural abilities, or lack thereof.
Instructional Mediums:
Lecture/Lab
Maximum Class Size: 24
Optimum Class Size: 16
