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 Department:    ENGR

 Course #:    216

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    6.5

 CIP:    n/a

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2021

 Course Description  

CAD based analysis for engineering design focused on the application of motion, finite element analysis and CAD simulations to the engineering design process. Emphasis on communication of physical parameters and mechanical properties of designs in a virtual prototype environment.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: ENGR& 114 with a grade of C- or higher.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 66

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree, Required for certificate  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Create and analyze advanced assembly models.
2. Apply Computer Aided Design (CAD) computational analysis tools to engineering design.
3. Participate in the fundamental engineering design sequence.
4. Document an engineering design package.
5. Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to specify Form for a part.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Advanced assembly techniques and analysis.
2. Engineering analysis and visualization capabilities.
3. Finite element analysis.
4. Animation and motion analysis.
5. Introduction to the engineering design process.
6. CAD techniques for engineering design documentation.
7. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
8. Engineering design for sustainability.