Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in drafting. Emphasizes the development and improvement of communication skills. Introduces concepts and operations which can be applied to the study of algebra. Provides a study of human relations and professional development in today s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Introduces fundamental concepts and operations necessary to use microcomputers.
Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use.
Topics include computer terminology, computer operating system, data storage, file management, equipment care and operation, and an introduction to word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications, and networking. Introduces techniques necessary for auxiliary view drawings. Provides knowledge and skills necessary to draw and specify fasteners. Introduces the graphics description of objects represented by the intersection of geometric components. Continues developing CAD utilization skills in discipline specific applications.