Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to the Course

    2. Course Overview

    3. History of Engineering Drawing

    4. Role of Engineering Drawing in Engineering Design

    5. Standards and Conventions in Engineering Drawing

    1. Introduction to Orthographic Projection

    2. Orthographic Projection Principles

    3. Multiview Projections

    4. Auxiliary Views

    5. Sectional Views

    1. Introduction to Dimensioning

    2. Types of Dimensions

    3. Dimensioning Techniques

    4. Tolerances and Fits

    5. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

    1. Introduction to Tolerances and Fits

    2. Types of Fits

    3. Limits and Fits

    4. Clearance, Interference, and Transition Fits

    1. Introduction to Standard Conventions

    2. Welding Symbols and Conventions

    3. Surface Roughness Symbols and Conventions

    4. Thread Symbols and Conventions

    5. Fastener Symbols and Conventions

    1. Review of Course Material

    2. Final Exam

About this course

  • $119.99
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Learning Outputs

By the end of the course, students will be able to interpret technical drawings, create and modify them using CAD tools, and understand how to apply dimensioning and tolerancing standards and GD&T principles to specify and control the features of parts. Overall, this course provides a solid foundation in the essential concepts and skills needed for engineering design and drafting.

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

  • Mastery of projection techniques for different views of objects

  • Understanding of toelrance limits and fit types of shafts and holes

  • Familiarity with dimensioning and tolerancing standards and their application to drawings

  • Understanding of GD&T symbols and principles for specifying and controlling geometric features of parts

  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design requirements for machined parts, sheet metal parts, and injection-molded parts

Course Description

The Engineering Drawings Fundamentals Training course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and techniques used in technical drawing for engineering applications. The course covers a broad range of topics, including orthographic projection, dimensioning, tolerancing, and the use of standard symbols and abbreviations.

The course begins with an introduction to engineering drawing and the role it plays in the design and production of mechanical parts and assemblies. Students learn about the different types of drawings used in engineering, including sketches, assembly drawings, and detailed part drawings, and how to create and interpret each type of drawing.

The training course then delves into the principles of orthographic projection, which is the method used to create two-dimensional views of three-dimensional objects. Students learn about the different types of projection, including first-angle and third-angle projection, and how to create and interpret orthographic views.

The next section of the course focuses on dimensioning and tolerancing, which are critical aspects of technical drawing. Students learn about the different types of dimensions and tolerances, how to apply them to engineering drawings, and how to ensure that drawings accurately represent the intended design.

The course also covers the use of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), which is a standardized system for specifying and controlling the dimensions and tolerances of mechanical parts and assemblies. Students learn about the different types of GD&T symbols and concepts, how to interpret GD&T drawings, and how to apply GD&T to engineering designs.

Another important topic covered in the course is the use of standard symbols and abbreviations in technical drawing. Students learn about the most common symbols and abbreviations used in engineering drawings, and how to create and interpret drawings that use these symbols and abbreviations.

Throughout the course, students are also introduced to various software tools used in engineering drawing, such as computer-aided design (CAD) software. Students learn how to use these tools to create and modify technical drawings, and how to ensure that drawings are accurate and meet industry standards.

By the end of the course, students have a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of engineering drawing and are able to create, interpret, and modify technical drawings used in a variety of engineering applications. They have also gained the knowledge and skills needed to ensure that drawings accurately represent design intent, meet industry standards, and are suitable for use in production and assembly.

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