DRAT 103 Intro to Construction Drawings in AutoCAD*
This course introduces AutoCAD and its functions as it applies to construction drawings. Students will draw projects in AutoCAD that can be constructed in program labs. Topics include Cartesian/Polar coordinates, drawing setup, layers, print drawing, MS vs. PS drawing tools, templates, and isometric drawing.
Prerequisite
Instructor permission
DRAT 103Intro to Construction Drawings in AutoCAD*
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
Department
Trade and Industry Technical
II. Course Specification
Course Type
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Credit Hours Narrative
2 credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
30
Semester Contact Hours Lab
NA
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
60
Prerequisite Narrative
Instructor permission
III. Catalog Course Description
This course introduces AutoCAD and its functions as it applies to construction drawings. Students will draw projects in AutoCAD that can be constructed in program labs. Topics include Cartesian/Polar coordinates, drawing setup, layers, print drawing, MS vs. PS drawing tools, templates, and isometric drawing.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Understand basic drawing commands
- Isometric drawing tools & setup
- Annotate objects
- Understand paper space/viewing options
- Start/exit AutoCAD
- Navigate the graphics screen
- Understand Cartesian/Polar coordinates
- Save work/perform file maintenance
- Make selections/use Help
- Perform drawing setup
- Draw accurately (Snaps)
- Add layers
- Print drawings, understand MS vs. PS drawing tools
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
A. Orthographic projections
B. Isometric projections
C. Construction isometric drawings
D. Bill of materials from a drawing
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
A. Mandatory Assignments
1. Drawing 1
2. Drawing 2
3. Drawing 3
4. Drawing 4
5. Drawing 5
6. Project drawing
B. Mandatory Evaluations
1. Quizzes
2. Final Exam