COURSE CONTENT:
A course fee of $15 covers drawing materials used during the course.
As an entry-level course the student will learn the following basic concepts:
Traditional Drafting Techniques
-Drawing instruments, their use and conventions.
-Drawing layouts; 3-view orthographic, dimensional and pictorial drawings in
isometric, oblique and perspective sketches.
Two Dimensional drawing using AutoCAD R14
-Rules for computer use; logging on / off, saving
-File and folder management
-Drawing set-up, tools and commands
-Layers, lines, scales, dimensioning, text
ASSIGNMENTS:
Students will begin with teacher directed assignments related to drawing set-up and
conventions. Two projects will complete course assignments.
A) We will explore the design and planning process for residential home construction.
Students will be given the opportunity to design a small cabin or cottage as a group and
create the related drawings necessary to describe their idea on paper. The level of design
and number of drawings in the set will be determined by the ability of the individual student.
The set of plans will include a combination of board and CAD drawings.
B) Students will investigate and practice mechanical and engineering drawing to learn the
following concepts:
-Geometrical drawing, auxiliary and revolutions, sectioning, fasteners (thread representation).
The project for this section will involve research into a subject of the student's choice. Students
will produce working drawings of their selected subject or object and produce- orthographic,
dimensioning, assembly and isometric exploded views.
EVALUATION:
| Active participation (in class, homework) |
20% |
| Application of acquired skills- assignments |
30% |
| Final level drawings (2 x 25%) |
50% |
ATTENDANCE:
This course follows the Industrial Technology Department's attendance
policy and guidelines. Students will be directed to read and sign a copy of the attendance
expectations. Marks for unexcused- lates (1/2%) and absences (1%) will be deducted from
the student's final mark.