Advanced Manufacturing
8 courses · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
AM 100 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 contact hours total
This course covers the application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) as prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME Y14.5 2009 standard. GD&T is a technical language used for mechanical engineering drawings composed of symbols that are used to communicate geometry requirements for associated features on components and assemblies.
AM 105 Introduction to 2D CAD
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Intermediate computer skills are recommended.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course explores the use of a 2D CAD environment. 2D CAD is the fundamental basis for advanced CAD programs. Students will learn how to use sketching tools, dimensioning, and drawing layouts in preparation for 3D CAD programs.
AM 135A 3D Solid Modeling I using CATIA/3DExperience
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Intermediate computer skills are recommended.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The course explores the use of a 3D CAD environment. Students will learn how to design solid models. Topics include the development of visualization skills; orthographic projections; mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing practices; and design process.
AM 135B 3D Solid Modeling I using Solidworks
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Intermediate computer skills are recommended.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The course explores the use of a 3D CAD environment. Students will learn how to design solid models. Topics include the development of visualization skills; orthographic projections; mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing practices; and design process.
AM 145 Introduction to CAM I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Prior knowledge of 3D CAD as well as intermediate computer skills are recommended.
This course explores the basic use of a CAM environment. Students will learn how to setup basic toolpaths for solid models. Topics include basic tool choices, toolpath choices, G-code.
AM 235A 3D Solid Modeling II using CATIA/3DExperience
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AM 135A.
- Advisory
- Intermediate computer skills are recommended.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is a secondary course that explores the intermediate use of 3D CAD software. Topics such as parametric modeling, surfaces, and designing with intent will be covered.
AM 235B 3D Solid Modeling II using Solidworks
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AM 135B or Completion of ENGR 140
- Advisory
- Intermediate computer skills are recommended.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is a secondary course that explores the intermediate use of 3D CAD software. Topics such as parametric modeling, surfaces, and designing with intent will be covered.
AM 245 Introduction to CAM II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours, 81 lab hours, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Completion of AM 145
- Advisory
- Prior knowledge of 3D CAD as well as intermediate computer skills are recommended.
This course explores a more in depth use of a CAM environment. Students will learn how to setup 3D toolpaths for solid models. Topics include advanced tool choices, toolpath choices, G-code.