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DRFT 1294: Connection & Layout Geometry
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Drafting
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students are introduced to details and connections for inclined components, the procedures for calculating their dimensions, and the appropriate ways to show those dimensions on the shop drawings.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Recognise and solve geometrical configurations requiring calculations using trigonometry
- Compute dimensions, angles and bevels for inclined structures
- Apply appropriate dimensions for bracing connections
- Generate dimensions for stair assemblies
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 60
Total Hours: 60
Total Hours: 60
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, handouts, and worksheets are used to teach the principles, and drawing-based problem solving exercises allow the student to demonstrate accurate calculation and correct layout of the required dimensions.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C- (56%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
70 |
Exercises, worksheets |
|
Exam |
15 |
Exam |
|
Exam |
15 |
Exam |
Course topics
- Basic trigonometry
- Application of geometry to structures
- Bracing dimension layouts
- Stair dimension layouts
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.