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Prerequisites: CADD-112, AEC-130 or AEC-131

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Course Description

Course Description:

Students enrolled in this course will gain an understanding of computer-assisted design systems and how they are used to create technical graphics. Methods for creating 2-dimensional drawings and 3-dimensional models will be explored. Techniques for creating 2-D orthographic views, dimensioning, sections, and complete technical drawings will be performed using a CADD system. The creation of 3-D models will provide the basis for understanding the application of 3-D technology to design. The 3-D models will be used to create technical 2-D drawings and 3-D pictorial images.

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Course Objectives

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the student shall:

-be aware of the various hardware components that are used with a CAD system.

-understand how files are created, stored, and edited using a workstation, software and network. 

-be competent in the use of 2-D and 3-D graphics software.

-apply various methodologies of solid modeling.

- produce orthographic drawings from 3-dimensional models.

Unit 1  Hardware, Software, and Networks

Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the student shall:

-understand the definitions of the acronyms CAD, CADD, CAM, and CIM.

-comprehend the role of CAD in the manufacturing and construction trades.

-know the major computer hardware components of a CAD system.

-understand the differences between "PCs" and "workstations."

-comprehend the advantages and disadvantages of using a multitasking operating system.

-understand the concept of a network configuration and its implications.

-recognize the advantages and disadvantages of networks.

-understand where CAD files are stored on a server.

-realize the importance of passwords and know how to set and change a password.

-perform login and logout operations.


Unit 2  AutoCAD Basics

Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the student shall:

-load AutoCAD properly.

-begin a new drawing, save a drawing file, quit a work session, exit AutoCAD, and edit an existing drawing.

-understand the purpose of and use the screen menu, pull down menu, dialogue boxes, and command prompt area.

-use "drawing aids" to create a simple drawing.

-manipulate the display of a drawing using the ZOOM, DVIEW, and PAN commands.

-produce hard copies of CAD drawings.

-be familiar with basic drawing commands (i.e., LINE, CIRCLE, ARC, POINT, PLINE) to create primitives.

-use basic editing commands (i.e., ERASE, MOVE, COPY, MIRROR, ROTATE, CHANGE, PEDIT) to modify primitives.

-use the commands DTEXT and STYLE to place text of various fonts on the drawing.

-use the commands CHANGE, DDEDIT, and CHGTEXT to modify lines of text.

-demonstrate proficiency in the use of coordinates to accurately place primitives.

-properly use object snap modes to position primitives.

-use the "inquiry" commands to determine information about a drawing (i.e., area, perimeter).

-create and use layers to organize CAD drawings and models.


Unit 3  Sections, Dimensions, and Standard Parts

Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the student shall:

-understand and use the command HATCH.

-create construction details of selected building components.

-create detailed drawings of mechanical parts that require section views.

-understand the process of generating a library of symbols.

-construct symbols for use on drawings.

-generate an attribute and attach it to a symbol.

-insert several symbols with attributes onto a drawing.

-prepare a title block for use on all subsequent drawings.

-comprehend the process of and place dimensions on a drawing.

-understand how to alter dimension variables and realize the effect of such alterations.

-create a working drawing, complete with dimensions and notes.


Unit 4  3-Dimensional Modeling

Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the student shall:

-understand the various methods of creating surface and solid models.

-construct solid models by combining a variety of primitives and performing the three Boolean operations.

-realize the advantages of creating three-dimensional models.

-generate a solid model using extrude, revolve, and array.

-produce a multiview drawing and add dimensions based on a 3-D model.

-determine "mass properties" of solid models.

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Evaluations and Expectations

Evaluation: There will be two major examinations during the semester: a midterm and a final. The midterm will be worth 25% of the final grade. The final test will be worth 25%. The remaining 50% of the final grade will be completed with laboratory exercises.

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Attendance

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Text

Leach, J. A. (2000). Your AutoCAD 2000 Instructor.
McGraw-Hill Co., Boston, Massachussets.

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Grading Policy

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Exam Dates

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ADA Services

Any student with a qualifying disability is eligible for assistance. Those who require assistance should contact the Disability Services Office in a timely manner to assure that appropriate support and accommodations will be provided. Appropriate documentation of your disability and request of accommodations must be provided to be eligible for services.

Visit the Services for Students with Disabilities website.

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Technical Requirements and Student Support

Contact me for content related questions and ASK 5000 for questions related to your browser, operating system, email, etc. Stout students may download software at from the Stout Downloads page.

Check out these two excellent sources for software, plug-ins and other online information:

• Student Support Document
• Technical Requirements

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