About this course
This course introduces students to mechanical drawing, teaching them how to read and understand drawings of mechanical parts in both 2D sketching and 3D drawing space. Students will learn to draw common machine elements and parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, keys, gears, ribs, shaft couplings, chains, belts, pulleys, and other transmissions. They will also learn dimensioning methods, general rules for sizes, and placement of dimensions for holes, centers, curved, and tapered features (Fittings and Tolerances). Additionally, students will explore the basics of 3D printing, including modeling, printer operation, material selection, and post-processing techniques. By the end of the course, students will be able to create, prepare, and print three-dimensional objects using 3D printers, equipping them with skills applicable in engineering, product design, prototyping, and creative arts.
