Course Overview:

From car maintenance manuals to house blueprints, drafting is a common element in our world. Without drafting it would be nearly impossible to communicate in industry and engineering. With the popularity of computers and technology AutoCAD has become the essential tool for drafting. Through hard work, this class will develop and refine your drafting skills through the use of a computer.

~Prepare yourself for an exciting and interesting adventure~

 

Course Goals:

Upon completing this course, students will be able to…

            …demonstrate the ability to visualize an object.

            …successfully create multi-view drawings.

            …successfully develop a view on what it would be like to work in this field.

            …create isometric drawings.

            …have the ability to correctly dimension a drawing. 

            …design and create a full set of house plans.

            …demonstrate competent working skills in the drafting profession.

            …demonstrate creativity, team work, self-motivation, and enthusiasm.

 

Class Structure:

This class is structured in a lab fashion where students use their hands and minds to create high quality drawings. Students are expected to stay focused and on task during the lab time. Sometime during each class, a demonstration will be given on an AutoCAD topic. When students need help during class, they are to signal the teacher by putting a cup on top of their computer monitor.

Course Outline

Understanding Basic Drafting

Getting to know AutoCAD

Mechanical Drafting

Multi-view drawings

Dimensioning

Isometric Drawings

Engineering

Using Calipers and Decimal Measurement

Careers in AutoCAD

House Plans

            Floor Plans

Electrical Plans

            Elevation Plans

            Sectional Plans

            House Sectional Drawing

            Kitchen Plans

Interior Design 

 

AutoCAD Lab Rules

Be Productive

Be Responsible

Be Respectful

Be Cooperative

Be Enthusiastic

Under school policy, food, candy and drinks are never allowed in the CAD lab.

Consequences

Consequences include required lab maintenance time followed by other consequences listed in the student handbook.

Rewards

Rewards include field trips, choices, educational games, and other educational activities that break up the daily routine.

  

Mr. Heyser’s Classroom Goals/Philosophy:

 

I feel that our class is run like a team. We all are headed for the same goal, learning effective AutoCAD. I have high expectations for every student; I believe all students can master AutoCAD and Drafting. I want each student to pick their own path in our class. They should learn what interests them most about drafting and CAD.  I will stride to bring out the best in each student and treat them with respect and dignity.  I’m looking forward to a GREAT year working with many brilliant minds!

Keys to your success in our AutoCAD class

1. Be enthusiastic and help make our class a nice learning environment.

2. Pick projects that will interest you and challenge your skills.

3. Chose to sit by someone who will help you keep focused and on task.

4. Attitude! A positive one is required.

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Return this signed section stating that you and your parents have read this syllabus, evaluation plan, and anything but CAD policy.

Student signature: _____________________________   Date: _______

Parent/Guardian’s Name (please print) Phone Number:____-____-____

Parent/Guardian signature: ______________________   Date: _______

 

Gaming, Internet, or anything but CAD Policy

1st Offense – Lose 15 Points and 20 minute                   detention after school or Before School.      

 

2nd Offense – Lose 25 Points and 30 minute                   detention after school.

 

3rd Offense – Lose 25 Points and book       assignment will be due before being allowed       back into class. 

 

If at anytime you are suspected of playing games five points will be deducted.

Doodling on CAD will get you a poor work grade. (Just do the assignment!)

 

NOTE: ALL DETENTIONS ARE TO BE SERVED WITHIN TWO DAYS OR THE TIME WILL DOUBLE.

 

Detentions ARE TO BE SERVED DOWN AT THE WOODSHOP / METALSHOP AREA – You must check in with Mr. Heyser or your detention time will not be counted.

 

I understand this policy. Signed _____________

                                                                                                                                           Student’s signature