DRF 160 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design

In this course students use AutoCAD or equivalent computer-aided drafting software to create drawings. Students will learn to draw, modify, apply text and dimensioning, create and use hatch patterns, set up drawing layouts, plot, create and use blocks and attributes, and insert external references.

Credits

4

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Use computer-aided drafting software to create working drawings
2. Demonstrate ability to set up new drawing files independently, including layers, text and dimension styles, viewports, scales, sheet layouts, and plot setup
3. Demonstrate ability to execute commands using a variety of input methods, including keyboard commands, keyboard shortcuts, icons, and right-click menus
4. Demonstrate ability to select the most efficient methods of using and working in CAD software