TransfermaticAPSM at Foothill College

    APSM 131 - SMQ-31 CAD DETAILING

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    Credits
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    Prerequisite
    Per California Code of Regulations, this course is limited to students admitted to the Sheet Metal Apprenticeship Program.
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Course covers basic computer-aided design (CAD) drawing skills required by industry. Use of CAD DUCT or similar specialized third party sheet metal detailing software to set up drawings, including 3-D duct detailing program with emphasis on electronic coordination. This course focuses on file management and drawing protocol and utilization of structural and architectural backgrounds. Students will design ducting within the CAD drawing and use CAD DUCT or similar software for location and elevation, as well as collision checks. Please note that other industry-recognized third party software may be utilized in lieu of CAD DUCT, such as "Benchmark Draft" software, for similar lessons.