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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
DMTD075D
Course Title (CB02)
Introduction to Computer Aided Design Using Siemens NX
Course Credit Status
Credit - Degree Applicable
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Course Description
This Siemens NX introduction course teaches entry-level applications of manufacturing modeling. Students will create in-depth solid models, assemblies, and drawings throughout the course.
Faculty Requirements
Discipline 1
[Manufacturing Technology (Quality control, process control)]
FSA
[FHDA FSA - MACHINE TOOL TECH]
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

Introduction to CAD Using NX is a stand-alone, CSU transferable course in a CTE program that was developed based on the needs of large-scale local industries. Introduction to Siemens NX, a 3-D parametric solid modeler, enables students to create and document mechanical designs, with special emphasis given to the creation of parts, assemblies, and drawings as requested by our advisory board.

Foothill Equivalency

Does the course have a Foothill equivalent?
No
Foothill Course ID

Course Philosophy

Formerly Statement

Course Development Options

Basic Skill Status (CB08)
Course is not a basic skills course.
Grade Options
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass
Repeat Limit
0

Transferability & Gen. Ed. Options

Transferability
Transferable to CSU only

Units and Hours

Summary

Minimum Credit Units
4.0
Maximum Credit Units
4.0

Weekly Student Hours

TypeIn ClassOut of Class
Lecture Hours2.04.0
Laboratory Hours6.00.0

Course Student Hours

Course Duration (Weeks)
12.0
Hours per unit divisor
36.0
Course In-Class (Contact) Hours
Lecture
24.0
Laboratory
72.0
Total
96.0
Course Out-of-Class Hours
Lecture
48.0
Laboratory
0.0
NA
0.0
Total
48.0

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

  • ESL D261. and ESL D265., or ESL D461. and ESL D465., or eligibility for EWRT D001A or EWRT D01AH or ESL D005.
  • Pre-algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond pre-algebra

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Entrance Skill(s)

General Course Statement(s)

Methods of Instruction

Lecture and visual aids

Discussion and problem solving performed in class

Homework and extended projects

Laboratory discussion sessions and quizzes that evaluate the proceedings weekly laboratory exercises

Assignments

  1. On-line video lectures, viewed as assigned during the course.
  2. CAD projects demonstrating progressive mastery of NX software
  3. Reading from text is required.

Methods of Evaluation

  1. Accuracy and Completeness of assigned CAD projects.
  2. Mid-term examination covering assigned video lectures, textbook reading, & basic CAD projects. Exam will be evaluated on completeness of solid modeling requirements.
  3. Final Examination evaluating student’s comprehensive understanding of basic Siemens NX CAD modeling by means of accuracy and completeness of solid parametric models.

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • None
Essential College Facilities:
  • DMT CAD computer lab

Examples of Primary Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisherDate/EditionISBN
Tickoo, Sham,NX 2021 for DesignersCADCIM Technologies, Inc.2021, 14th edition

Examples of Supporting Texts and References

None.

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Identify the basic menu structure and graphical user interface used within Siemens NX.
  • Achieve competency in creation of basic sketches.
  • Apply dimensions and constraints to sketches.
  • Recall basic techniques for creating "Sketched Features" and geometry.
  • Recall basic techniques for creating "Reference Features".
  • Create and modify solid parts.
  • Create and modify solid assemblies.
  • Create and modify basic Engineering Drawings (derived from NX Solid Model).

CSLOs

  • Create an entry-level Design Document Package which includes (as assigned) Solid Parts, Assemblies, and Basic Drawings for Parts and Assemblies, using Siemsns NX.

Outline

  1. Identify the basic menu structure and graphical user interface used within Siemens NX.
    1. Demonstrate use of Siemens NX toolbars and menu.
    2. Create a new file, save a newly created or edited file, and open an existing file.
  2. Achieve competency in creation of basic sketches.
    1. Gain competency of sketch tools through basic exercises.
    2. Define specific terms, such as Sketch Planes & Datum Features.
    3. Create simple geometry using basic sketch tools.
  3. Apply dimensions and constraints to sketches.
    1. Apply dimensions and logical constraints to basic geometries.
    2. Modify and/or delete sketch dimensions and constraints.
  4. Recall basic techniques for creating “Sketched Features” and geometry.
    1. Extruded and Revolved features.
    2. Parametric “Sweep” and “Loft” features.
  5. Recall basic techniques for creating “Reference Features”.
    1. Hole Features and Shell Features.
    2. Fillet and Chamfer Features.
  6. Create and modify solid parts.
    1. Adding overall dimensions and constraints to clarify design intent.
    2. Edit and/or delete overall dimensions and geometric relationships.
  7. Create and modify solid assemblies.
    1. Add 3D parametric components to an existing assembly.
    2. Add, delete, or modify geometric mate constraints within an existing assembly.
    3. Delete or replace existing 3D components from an assembly.
  8. Create and modify basic Engineering Drawings (derived from NX Solid Model).
    1. Standard orthographic drawing layout for detailed drawings.
    2. Section views and auxiliary views in mechanical drawing.
    3. Assembly drawings using exploded views, item balloons, and parts lists.

Lab Topics

  1. Toolbars and menu
  2. Basic sketching
  3. Creating features
  4. Solid parts and assemblies
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