1 Drafting Technology Comprehensive Program Review Instruction 2014-15 Contents 1. Main .................................................................................................................................................................................... 1 2. Description of the Program ................................................................................................................................................. 1 3. Program History and Description ........................................................................................................................................ 2 4. Curriculum........................................................................................................................................................................... 2 5. Advisory committees .......................................................................................................................................................... 2 6. Grant Data ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3 7. Program SLO Grids .............................................................................................................................................................. 4 8. Learning Outcomes Assessment ....................................................................................................................................... 14 9. Staffing .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14 10. Student Performance ...................................................................................................................................................... 14 11. Analysis of Data and Evaluation ...................................................................................................................................... 15 12. Resources ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15 13. 5-year planning guide (Copy and paste new tables for goal) ........................................................................................ 16 1. Main Identify the title of your Program and list degrees and certificates Drafting Technology CAD Draftsman - Mechanical (AS/CL) CAD Draftsman - Architectural (AS/CL) CAD Drafting - Architectural Design (CT) CAD Drafting - Mechanical Design (CT) CAD Operator (CB) 2. Description of the Program Identify people who participated in this program review process and provide documentation of discussions James Thornburgh, Professor Tom Post, Adjunct Anthony Deziga, Adjunct What is the mission for the program? The mission of the Drafting Technology program is to teach students how to use current CAD programs to design and document either mechanical components (commercial products) or buildings; through two separate tracts. It also covers other advanced technology such as 3D scanning, 3D Printing, and CNC Machines. Upon completion of the program students will be able to take a project from concept to prototype.
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Drafting Technology Comprehensive Program Review Instruction 2014-15
Contents 1. Main .................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2. Description of the Program ................................................................................................................................................. 1
3. Program History and Description ........................................................................................................................................ 2
6. Grant Data ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
7. Program SLO Grids .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
11. Analysis of Data and Evaluation ...................................................................................................................................... 15
13. 5-year planning guide (Copy and paste new tables for goal) ........................................................................................ 16
1. Main Identify the title of your Program and list degrees and certificates
2. Description of the Program Identify people who participated in this program review process and provide documentation of discussions
James Thornburgh, Professor
Tom Post, Adjunct
Anthony Deziga, Adjunct
What is the mission for the program?
The mission of the Drafting Technology program is to teach students how to use current CAD programs to design
and document either mechanical components (commercial products) or buildings; through two separate tracts. It also
covers other advanced technology such as 3D scanning, 3D Printing, and CNC Machines. Upon completion of the
program students will be able to take a project from concept to prototype.
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How is the mission communicated to students and the rest of the campus community?
The mission is stated on the website and in brochures. Faculty speak to students about the mission at every
possible occasion.
How does the mission align with the college’s overall mission?
Drafting technology teaches students how to be an active participant in the changing environment that we live in. Students learn how to use the latest technologies in order to participate in developing new products.
3. Program History and Description Provide a description of your Program
The Drafting Technology program has existed since the creation of the college. The program has gone through
periods of growth and decline. Currently the program is undergoing a period of revitalization, and hopes are strong
that student enrollments and completers will increase as a result of several changes detailed below.
Identify major changes and/or developments, including change or growth in other programs, which have
significantly impacted your program.
Over the last ten years there has been a significant decrease in the ability for high school students to gain
information about Drafting. Local high schools have drastically cut the number of drafting courses, with several not
offering it at all. Also, the term Drafting and its historical context does not always accurately convey what students
who complete the program will do at work. This makes it hard for new students to understand what they will get out
of the program. This low level of knowledge about the program has led to numerous classes being canceled and
extended the time that it takes students to graduate.
Due to the previously mentioned factors the Program has several changes in progress. First the Department is
working on ways to increase visibility to potential students. Secondly the department is exploring alternative names,
which will better identify to students what graduates will be able to do. Finally it is working on ways to enable
students to complete the program in a reduced time period (See Attached file: Block Schedule.docx)
4. Curriculum Provide your plan to bring courses into compliance with the Title 5 5-year cycle of review. (if necessary)
All courses are current with Title-5
5. Advisory committees Committee Role
The Advisory Committee is maintained in order to give guidance to the Program.
Membership The advisory committee is made up of people from Industry as well as other educational organizations) grades 9-16).
Describe how the committee’s recommendations are implemented
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Faculty use feedback from advisory committee members when making changes to the overall programs, course content, and required technical knowledge of students.
6. Grant Data Grants
Perkins
Grant Goals Increase the number of underrepresented students in CTE Programs.
Describe how the grant goal is connected to program goals By increasing the quality of the program it will be able to better serve students who are in underrepresented
populations.
Summary of activities related to each grant goal since completion of last planning document, whether comprehensive or annual.
The department has used Perkins funds in order to send faculty to conferences so that they are able to learn new and better instructional methods. Funds have also been used to update the technology that is available for students to use, and familiarize them with what they will be using when they move into industry.
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7. Program SLO Grids
Institutional Student Learning Outcomes (Adopted, April 3, 2007 and reviewed April 2010)
1. Communication: Use language and non-verbal modes of expression appropriate to the audience and purpose. (GE Breadth Areas A and C) 2. Computation: Use mathematical skills and various aspects of technology appropriate to the task. (GE Breadth Areas A and B) 3. Cognition: Use critical thinking skills to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate ideas and information. (GE Breadth Areas A, B and C) 4. Global and Community Consciousness and Responsibility: Demonstrate understanding of different cultures and knowledge of historical eras and
importance of community involvement. (GE Breadth Areas D) 5. Personal Development and Life-Long Learning: Demonstrate self-management, maturity, and growth through practices that promote physical, mental,
and emotional well-being. (GE Breadth Area E)
Drafting Technology Communication Computation Cognition
Global and Community
Consciousness and
Responsibility
Personal Development and Life-Long
Learning
CAD Draftsman - Mechanical (AS/CL)
Create a set of drawings using CAD programs. x x x x
Organize dimensions in a meaningful manner as required by standards. x x x
Employ the newest technology related to mechanical drafting/design. x
CAD Draftsman - Architectural (AS/CL)
Create a set of drawings using CAD programs. x x x x
Organize dimensions in a meaningful manner as required by standards. x x x
Employ the newest technology related to architectural drafting/design x
CAD Drafting - Architectural Design (CT)
Create all drawings and documentation needed to explain the design of a building
x x x x
Apply new building techniques as well as CalGreen codes to building Design x x x x
Choose the best software package to accomplish stated goals. x x x x
CAD Drafting - Mechanical Design (CT)
Design Mechanical Assemblies x x x x
Create all the associated drawings, and documentation needed to manufacture the product.
x x x x
Choose the best software package to accomplish stated goals x x x x
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Drafting Technology Communication Computation Cognition
Global and Community
Consciousness and
Responsibility
Personal Development and Life-Long
Learning
CAD Operator (CB)
Plan and Implement changes to the AutoCAD Interface x x x x
Create 3D Models effectively using AutoCAD, and SketchUp x x x x
Use of Computers effectively for Industrial Applications x x x x
Choose the appropriate software for the given application M M M
Apply the product design process M M M
Collect and apply research in the design of a project. M M M
Create accurate bill of materials for projects M M M
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Create technical sketches.
Evaluate industrial drawings I I
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Drafting Technology CAD Operator (CB)
Plan and Implement
changes to the
AutoCAD Interface
Create 3D Models
effectively using
AutoCAD, and SketchUp
Use Computers
effectively for Industrial
Applications
DRFT-4A
Use the AutoCAD interface and settings. P P P
Create Geometry and Annotations. P P
Arrange Geometry and Annotations using layers and layouts P P
DRFT-4B
Create solid models and drawings from actual parts. P P
Compare advanced model creation, assembly, and editing methods. P P
DRFT-48B
Arrange the AutoCAD interface to suit drawing style P P P
Create Lisp routines P P P
Create macros P P P
Apply drawing standards to drawing files P P P
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8. Learning Outcomes Assessment
Discuss the process used by faculty in identifying program-level student learning outcomes (SLOs) and the type of assessment that is being used to measure those outcomes.
Faculty develop Program SLOs based on what students will need to be able to do in order to Get a job or transfer into
a BS program in Industrial Technology or Engineering.
Summarize the findings of program learning outcomes assessments completed in the last two years, or since the last review.
Include a plan for assessing the course and program SLOs you have not assessed at this time.
How well do your program learning outcomes represent the scope and depth of learning appropriate to the degree/certificate program offered, and how do you know?
Faculty know the scope and depth of required learning based on their industry experience, current knowledge of
industry activities, contact with faculty at other colleges and universities, and contact with employers.
How well do your program learning outcomes represent the scope and depth of learning appropriate to the standards of your discipline or profession/occupation, and how do you know?
The program SLOs are in line with industry expectations. Faculty know this because they are actively involved with
current industry trends.
9. Staffing Describe how the program is staffed. Include the following:
See Attached file: Data Tables-IE Metrics.xlsx, FTES tab
10. Student Performance
Summarize the findings of the following student performance measures, looking at the numbers for your program compared to the college as a whole for the 2013-14 school year.
See Attached file: Data Tables-IE Metrics.xlsx; Fill-CCR-CSR tab
See Attached file: mm-pr drafting technology.xlsx
Drafting classes average 97% of the Success and 98% of the retention rates of the rest of the college. The variation is under control and is trending up. Grade distributions closely match what is common across the college; however, there are a lower percentage of students who earn a C or D.
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11. Analysis of Data and Evaluation Briefly outline which students are served in your program(s). Look at age, gender, and ethnic/racial breakdowns. You can
compare demographics by site, time, modality, and ultimately, to the district's demographics for the same term.
See Attached file: Data Tables-IE Metrics.xlsx; Age, Gender, and Ethnicity tabs
What is the total number of sections offered? Provide a breakdown of sections by site modalities when appropriate.
See Attached file: Data Tables-IE Metrics.xlsx; Fill-CCR-CSR tab
What is the average class size and the average percentage of sections filled for your program?
Average class size is 12.4 with a cap of 24. Drafting classes average 54% of the fill rate of the rest of the
college. The variation is under control and is trending up. Faculty anticipate that scheduling changes will improve the
fill rate.
How do your program demographics compare to the District aggregate?
The Drafting technology program attracts students who are proportionally older than those enrolled in the
rest of the college. Students are proportionately more likely to be Indian American, African American or White, and
least proportionately Asian or Multi-Ethnic. There is also a significant gender discrepancy width the majority of
students being Male.
12. Resources Describe the types of facilities and equipment used by the program and the extent to which these resources meet
program needs.
The Program uses one room (V-40) for both lecture and lab. The room is set-up as a computer lab, with various
technologies that are used for instruction. Only having one room limits the number of courses that can be taught at
the same time. Going to the block schedule will require the room to be primarily for mechanical courses, leaving no
space to offer architecture courses during the day; furthermore, as more programs transition to block schedules there
is an increasing need to offer sections of courses that fit into their schedule. There is not room in the existing facility to
accommodate this.
Discuss how technology is used to deliver instruction or enhance student learning and the extent to which available
technologies meet program needs.
Drafting technology courses are heavy with technology, Most of the courses are focused on using advanced
technology. V-40 is outfitted with an Interactive Whiteboard, document Camera, and the ability for the instructor to
show their screen on the students’ computers. The courses also take full advantage of BlackBoard.
Discuss the program’s expectations for professional development by faculty (full-time and part-time) and staff and the
extent to which faculty and staff engage, or would like to engage, in professional development activities.
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The full time faculty actively participates in professional development activities both as a leader and a learner.
The full time faculty provides training for adjunct faculty as well as local high school teachers on the course materials.
He also works with adjunct to improve their teaching methodologies.
13. 5-year planning guide
Incorporate the newest technology to provide a state-of-the-art learning experience, reflecting industry standards.
Outline the objectives needed to accomplish this goal
Keep Up with Technology
Target date for completion Ongoing
Person(s) responsible for completion Drafting Faculty
Identify the benchmark for this goal Constant addition of new Technologies to the program.
Describe the means of assessment that will be used to measure progress toward this goal.
If the Department has technologies that are within a couple years of those that are newly developed.
To which program SLOs does this goal connect?
1. Create all drawings and documentation needed to explain the design of a building
2. Design Mechanical Assemblies. 3. Plan and Implement changes to the AutoCAD Interface 4. Create 3D Models effectively using AutoCAD, and SketchUp 5. Apply new building techniques as well as CalGreen codes to
building Design. 6. Choose the best software package to accomplish stated goals. 7. Use of Computers effectively for Industrial Applications 8. Choose the best software package to accomplish stated goals. 9. Create all the associated drawings, and documentation needed
to manufacture the product.
To which Merced College Strategic Planning goals and/or institutional student learning outcomes does this goal connect?
Strategic Planning Goals: 1. Assure student access and success. 2. Enhance technology and systems integration. 3. Partner with the community. 4. Promote a Sustainable, Supportive, and Safe Learning
Environment. ISLOs: 1. Communication 2. Cognition 3. Global and Community Consciousness and Responsibility 4. Personal Development and Life-Long Learning
Resource Requests: Identify individual Additional Prototyping and Reverse Engineering technologies. Technology is constantly improving so some examples are: Form1+ STL
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resources needed to achieve this goal 3D Printer ($4000), Mark One Composite 3D Printer ($9000), BigRep ONE 3D Printer, Sense 3D Scanner($400), Matter and Form 3D Scanner ($650)
Justification for request: How will this resource help the program achieve this goal?
By allowing students access to new and varied types of technologies they are able to not just use what is currently available in industry, but also to adapt to new technologies as they are developed.
Improve the relationship between the program to the Architectural Sector.
Outline the objectives needed to accomplish this goal
Foster Relationships with members of the Architectural Community. Increase Faculty awareness of changes in the field of Architecture. Ensure the Architectural Drafting Program meets Industry standards.
Target date for completion F16
Person(s) responsible for completion Drafting Faculty
Identify the benchmark for this goal Recruitment of two additional advisory committee members who are from the Architectural Sector
Describe the means of assessment that will be used to measure progress toward this goal.
The number of Advisory committee members.
To which program SLOs does this goal connect?
1. Create all drawings and documentation needed to explain the design of a building
2. Apply new building techniques as well as CalGreen codes to building Design.
3. Choose the best software package to accomplish stated goals.
To which Merced College Strategic Planning goals and/or institutional student learning outcomes does this goal connect?
Strategic Planning Goals: 1. Assure student access and success. 2. Improve communication throughout the district. 3. Partner with the community.
ISLOs: 1. Communication 2. Global and Community Consciousness and Responsibility 3. Personal Development and Life-Long Learning
Resource Requests: Identify individual resources needed to achieve this goal
N/A
Justification for request: How will this resource help the program achieve this goal?
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Improve student outreach and recruitment
Outline the objectives needed to accomplish this goal
Increase awareness of the drafting technology program among high school students.
Entice community to pursue drafting technology courses, and career pathways that are supported by the program.
Target date for completion F16
Person(s) responsible for completion Drafting Faculty
Identify the benchmark for this goal Courses filling to 75% capacity 2 weeks before the start of the semester.
Describe the means of assessment that will be used to measure progress toward this goal.
Examining class counts 2 weeks before the start of the semester.
To which program SLOs does this goal connect?
1. Design Mechanical Assemblies. 2. Plan and Implement changes to the AutoCAD Interface 3. Create all drawings and documentation needed to explain the
design of a building 4. Create 3D Models effectively using AutoCAD, and SketchUp 5. Apply new building techniques as well as CalGreen codes to
building Design. 6. Choose the best software package to accomplish stated goals. 7. Create all the associated drawings, and documentation needed
to manufacture the product. 8. Use of Computers effectively for Industrial Applications 9. Choose the best software package to accomplish stated goals.
To which Merced College Strategic Planning goals and/or institutional student learning outcomes does this goal connect?
Strategic Planning Goals: 1. Assure student access and success. 2. Partner with the community. 3. Promote a Sustainable, Supportive, and Safe Learning
Environment. ISLOs:
1. Communication 2. Personal Development and Life-Long Learning
Resource Requests: Identify individual resources needed to achieve this goal
Dedicated CTE Councilor
Justification for request: How will this resource help the program achieve this goal?
A dedicated CTE Councilor will be able to have a deeper knowledge of CTE Programs, and be able to direct students into the different career pathways such as Drafting.
