Introduction to Computer-Aided Design. 3 credits, 4 contact hours

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Prerequisites: CS 101 , FED 101 and Math 222. Introduction to basic concepts of computer-aided design as applied to mechanical engineering design problems. Topics include numerical techniques, computer graphics, geometric modeling, design optimization, and databases for design. The laboratory uses current CAD software packages for mechanical design. Projects involve applications of the basic principles using student's own as well as available software.