Engineering Graphics

Course Details

Course Number: 1133  Section Number: 201

Spring 2011

Location: McCoy Engineering Hall

Classroom Number: 205

Days & Times:

TR 1:00 - 3:50 PM

Course Attachments

Textbooks

Engineering Graphics with AutoCAD 2006
James Bethune
  ISBN: 978-0-13-171391-8
MSU Faculty Member
Dr. Dale B. McDonald   
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Course Objectives
  • Students will be acquainted with orthographic views, and the properties thereof, used in engineering graphics.
  • Students will be acquainted with sectional views, and the properties thereof, used in engineering graphics.
  • Students will be acquainted with auxiliary views, and the properties thereof, used in engineering graphics.
  • Students will be taught computer-aided-drafting, specifically AutoCAD.
  • Given an appropriate problem, students will produce orthographic views with relevant tolerance parameters.
  • Students will sketch an object that is easily recognizable to others.
  • Students will perform the mental and physical steps of the design process.

Course Expectations

  • TEXT: Engineering Graphics with AutoCAD 2006, by James D. Bethune, Prentice Hall


Grading Standards

The final grade for the course will be based on the exam scores, an average of the scores earned on the homework assignments, and attendance/attitude. The lowest homework score will be dropped. Exams I and II contribute 15% of the course grade, the final exam contributes 25%, the homework assignments contribute 25%, and attendance/attitude contributes 20%.


Final Exam12/8/2010  8:00 - 10:00 AM

Submission Format Policy

All AutoCAD assignments must follow the format (Title Block) detailed in class.



Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

Late assignments are accepted only with instructor permission.


Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance is taken at the discretion of the instructor; students are responsible for all notes/assignments given/collected on the particular date.


Other Policies

Course Format

This course consists of two 170-minute sessions per week.  Typically a session will begin with a brief lecture that covers the relevant topics and demonstrations for that particular class. Following this lecture, class time will be used to complete drawings associated with that topic. On some occasions it may not be possible to complete these drawings during the scheduled sessions. In that case it is the student’s responsibility to dedicate time in the lab apart from the class session to complete the drawings. 


Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.