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MACH 102 Print Reading for the Machine Trades

This course introduces the foundational skills needed to read and interpret industrial blueprints. Students will learn to analyze a wide range of machine drawings, with emphasis on understanding symbols, dimensions, views, and specifications used in modern manufacturing.

Credits

2

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture

Course Objectives

  1. Interpret orthographic (multiview), auxiliary, and sectional drawings to accurately visualize three-dimensional machine parts.
  2. Explain the principles of orthographic projection and differentiate how various view types communicate part geometry.
  3. Identify and analyze common line types, symbols, and conventions used in machining and manufacturing prints.
  4. Interpret title blocks, revision histories, and drawing notes to determine material specifications, tolerances, surface finishes, and other manufacturing requirements.
  5. Apply linear dimensioning, tolerancing systems, and basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles to determine feature size, location, and allowable variation.
  6. Evaluate a complete machine drawing to determine part requirements and verify conformance using appropriate measurement and inspection methods.

Course Objectives

  1. Interpret orthographic (multiview), auxiliary, and sectional drawings to accurately visualize three-dimensional machine parts.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  2. Explain the principles of orthographic projection and differentiate how various view types communicate part geometry.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  3. Identify and analyze common line types, symbols, and conventions used in machining and manufacturing prints.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  4. Interpret title blocks, revision histories, and drawing notes to determine material specifications, tolerances, surface finishes, and other manufacturing requirements.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  5. Apply linear dimensioning, tolerancing systems, and basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles to determine feature size, location, and allowable variation.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  6. Evaluate a complete machine drawing to determine part requirements and verify conformance using appropriate measurement and inspection methods.

    This objective is a course Goal Only