Course Descriptions for DFTG
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DFTG 1208 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting (2) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An introduction to basic computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on drawing setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices. Required. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1215 Architectural Blueprint Reading (2) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A study of the fundamentals of blueprint reading for the construction industry. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1224 Blueprint Reading and Sketching (2) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An introduction to reading and interpreting the "working drawings" for manufactured products and associated tooling. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings of manufactured parts. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1225 Blueprint Reading and Sketching (2) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An introduction to reading and interpreting the "working drawings" for manufactured products and associated tooling. Use of sketching techniques to create pictorial and multiple-view drawings of manufactured parts. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1232 Mechanical Drafting (2) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Detail drawings with proper dimensioning and tolerances, use of sectioning techniques, common fasteners, pictorial drawings, including bill of materials. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1271 CADD Operations (2) This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite: None. A course in hardware selection, setup, and use of a CAD station. Emphasis is placed on control of the operating system, file management, and keyboarding. Topics address: software installation, hardware installation and configuration, such as mouse, tablet, printers, plotters, graphics adapters, and other configurable items such as communication ports, and serial ports. An introduction to word processing and spreadsheets is included. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1302 Introduction to Technical Animation and Rendering (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1409. Basic terminology and concepts associated with the development of computer modules used in technical computer animation. Topics include basic animation principles, model creation, light sources, camera positioning, rendering, importing and modification of external files. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1305 Technical Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Introduction to the principles of drafting to include terminology and fundamentals, including size and shape descriptions, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1405. The student may register for either DFTG 1305 or DFTG 1405, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An introduction to computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinate systems, and plot/print to scale. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1409. The student may register for either DFTG 1309 or DFTG 1409, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab. / 2 Lec, 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1313 Drafting for Specific Occupations (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Discussion of theory and practice with drafting methods and the terminology required for non-drafting majors to prepare working drawings in their occupational fields. (3 Lec.) |
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DFTG 1315 Architectural Blueprint Reading (3) New course added February 13, 2006 This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Introductory. The fundamentals of blueprint reading for the construction industry will be examined. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1329 Electro-Mechanical Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A basic course including layout and design of electro-mechanical equipment from engineering notes and sketches. Emphasis on drawing of electronic equipment control panels, interior hardware, exterior enclosures, detailed and assembly drawings with a parts list, and flat pattern layouts. (2 Lec, 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1333 Mechanical Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An intermediate course covering detail drawings with proper dimensioning and tolerances, use of sectioning techniques, common fasteners, isometrics and oblique drawings, including bill of materials. (2 Lec., 4 Lab. / 2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1341 Intermediate Technical Animation and Rendering (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1302. Procedures in the manipulation and control of lights, cameras, materials, texturing and rendering techniques used in technical animation; topics include introductory keyframing and lens effects principles. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1358 Electrical/Electronics Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A study of the principles of layout of electrical and electronic drawings, stressing modern representation used for block diagrams, schematic diagrams, logic diagrams, wiring/assembly drawings, printed circuit board layouts, motor control diagrams, power distribution diagrams, and electrical one-line diagrams. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1372 Manufacturing Fundamentals (3) This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite: None. A course in manufacturing fundamentals and production methods including NC-CNC concepts. Topics on interpreting and describing information required to produce a CNC program will be covered. An overview of the functions and role of CAD and its relationship to computer-aided manufacturing are studied. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1373 CAD/Graphic Processes (3) This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite: None. A course in creating, printing, and plotting graphics in CAD drawings. Skill development in importing text and raster graphics into CAD drawings, importing CAD vector graphics into desktop documents, scanning and editing raster graphics into CAD drawings, and publishing documents. Projects in coordinating text and graphics within a desktop publishing program will include printing black and white, and color publications. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1391 Special Topics in Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1392 Special Topics in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1394 Special Topics in Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Electronics CAD/CADD (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1395 Special Topics in Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1405 Technical Drafting (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Introduction to the principles of drafting to include terminology and fundamentals, including size and shape descriptions, projection methods, geometric construction, sections, auxiliary views, and reproduction processes. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1305. The student may register for either DFTG 1405 or DFTG 1305, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab. / 2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1409 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An introduction to basic computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on drawing setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 1309. The student may register for either DFTG 1409 or DFTG 1309, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1417 Architectural Drafting - Residential (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Architectural drafting procedures, practices and symbols, including preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structure with emphasis on light frame construction methods. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1421 Architectural Illustration (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Architectural drawing and sketching, including freehand drawing, perspectives, delineation in various media and development of students' graphical expression, including an introduction to various reproduction methods. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 1491 Special Topics in Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2234 Industrial Drafting Applications (2) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An advanced synthesis of industrial drafting practices with emphasis on research, design, and project techniques. Required. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2334. The student may register for either DFTG 2234 or DFTG 2334, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2305 Printed Circuit Board Design (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An intermediate course including single-sided and double-sided printed circuit board design, emphasizing the drawings, standards, and processes required to layout printed circuit board and manufacturing documentation. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2310 Structural Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Discussion of detail drawings of structural shapes for fabrication with emphasis on framed and seated connectors and beam and column detailing. Designed to meet the standards of America Institute of Steel Construction, including units on concrete detailing conforming to America Concrete Institute standards. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2312 Technical Illustration and Presentation (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1309 or DFTG 1409. Topics include pictorial drawing including isometrics, obliques, perspectives, charts, and graphs; shading and transfer lettering; and use of different media. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2313 Basic Integrated Circuit Design (3) New course added May 13, 2005 This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. The study of layout and design of integrated circuits. Instruction in layout technology and laboratory exercises to enable students to layout simple digital integrated circuits from schematic diagrams and design rules. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2321 Topographical Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A course in map drafting. Emphasis is given to plotting of surveyors field notes, plotting elevations, contour drawings, plan and profiles, and laying out traverses. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2323 Pipe Drafting (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A study of pipe fittings, symbols, specifications and their applications to a piping process system. This application will be demonstrated through the creation of symbols and their usage in flow diagrams, plans, elevations, and isometrics. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2328 Architectural Drafting - Commercial (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Architectural drafting procedures, practices, and symbols including preparation of detailed working drawings for commercial buildings, with emphasis on construction methods generated using computer aided design technology. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2428. This student may register for either DFTG 2328 or DFTG 2428, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2333 Advanced Integrated Circuit Design (3) New course added May 16, 2005 This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 2313. Implementation of advanced techniques in the design of complex integrated circuits; projects require students to use multiple sets of design rules meeting industrial standards of current technologies. Instruction in layout technology and laboratory exercises to enable students to layout complex analog integrated circuits from schematic diagrams and design rules. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2334 Industrial Drafting Applications (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An advanced synthesis of industrial drafting practices with emphasis on research, design, and project techniques. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2234. The student may register for either DFTG 2334 or DFTG 2234, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2335 Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting (3) New course added May 16, 2005 This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 2340. Use parametric based mechanical design software for mechanical assembly design and drafting. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2435. The student may register for either DFTG 2335 or DFTG 2435, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2336 Computer-Aided Drafting Programming (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Emphasis on the productivity of CAD software through development of computer-aided drafting programs with emphasis on database design, access techniques, and structure methods with particular application in engineering graphics. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2337 Advanced Technical Animation and Rendering (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1341. The implementation and orchestration of advanced technical three dimensional animation techniques such as hierarchical linking, forward and inverse kinematics, character development, and particle dynamics. Course projects reflect current practices in the architectural, engineering, or construction disciplines. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2340 Solid Modeling/Design (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2440. The student may register for either DFTG 2340 or DFTG 2440, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2344 Strength of Materials (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. The study of internal effects of forces acting upon elastic bodies and the resulting changes in form and dimensions, including units on stress, shear, bending moments, and simple beam design. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2350 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, according to standards, application of various geometric dimensions and tolerances to production drawings. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2352 Mechanical And Electrical Systems (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. The properties of building materials (assemblies), specifications, codes, vendor references and uses of mechanical, plumbing, conveying, and electrical systems as related to architecture for residential and commercial construction. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2356 Advanced Printed Circuit Board Design (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. An advanced course including the layout of surface mounted components and integrated circuit modular design, emphasizing the design and drawing layouts required to produce surface mounted components and integrated circuit modular printed circuit boards. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2376 Automation Techniques for Integrated Circuit Layout (3) New course added May 16, 2005 This is a Local Need Course. Prerequisite: DFTG 2333. An advanced course for automated integrated circuit layout techniques. Emphasis on place and route, scripting, and other related topics. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2380 Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Career related activities encountered in the student''s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2381 Cooperative Education-Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General (3) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Career related activities encountered in the student''s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. (1 Lec., 15 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2402 Machine Drafting (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Production of detail and assembly drawings of machines, threads, gears, cams, tolerances and limit dimensioning, surface finishes, and precision drawings. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2419 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Basic Computer-Aided Drafting or the approval of the instructor. The fundamentals of computer aided drafting using an alternative computer aided drafting program. Emphasis is placed on drawing set-up; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects; adding text and dimensions; using layers and coordinating systems; as well as using input and output devices. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2428 Architectural Drafting-Commercial (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: Basic Architectural Drafting Skills or the approval of the instructor. Architectural drafting procedures, practices, and symbols including the preparation of detailed working drawings for a commercial building, with emphasis on commercial construction methods. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2328. The student may register for either DFTG 2428 or DFTG 2328, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2431 Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1417. Use of architectural specific software to execute the elements required in designing standard architectural exbibits utilizing custom features to create walls, windows and specific design requirements for construction in residential/commercial and industrial architecture. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2432 Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. Exploration of the use of system customization for drawing production enhancement and the principles of data manipulation. Presentation of advanced applications, such as three-dimensional objects creation and linking graphic entities to external non-graphic data. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2435 Advanced Technologies in Mechanical Design and Drafting (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: DFTG 1409. Use parametric based mechanical design software for mechanical assembly design and drafting. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2335. The student may register for either DFTG 2335 or DFTG 2435, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
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DFTG 2440 Solid Modeling/Design (4) This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: None. A computer-aided modeling course. Development of three-dimensional drawings and models from engineering sketches and orthographic drawings and utilization of three-dimensional models in design work. This course is cross-listed as DFTG 2340. The student may register for either DFTG 2440 or DFTG 2340, but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 6 Lab.) |
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.