AUTOCAD / DRAFTING COURSE SYLLABUS Mr. White

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1 AUTOCAD / DRAFTING COURSE SYLLABUS Mr. White Course Description The AutoCAD/Drafting program at the TCTC is a two-year class designed to allow the student access to the basic principles of computer-aided design and drafting. The course is heavily geared towards the use of the latest computer hardware and software including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architectural, Inventor and Solidworks. A range of alternative software packages will also be introduced to the student, so as not to limit him or her to the possibilities of design in Architecture alone. Instructional Philosophy High standards will be met within the AutoCAD program. The daily class routine will be modeled much like a professional Design/Drafting office. A positive work ethic will be maintained, with each student working to his/her highest potential. As the program progresses through the Junior year, teamwork and joint projects will be stressed within the class. The facts are that technology is changing rapidly, and the student will be required to perform in various levels of the Design process, which will mean students, at times, will be assigned processes that will be completed within class and out of class. Also included within the two years will be oral and written projects presented to the class as a whole. Students will Course Goals Demonstrate proper computer usage and lab/office safety and procedure standards set forth by the instructor and the TCTC. Students will demonstrate basic sketching and shape description techniques, on paper and on computer monitors. All students will be able to access the AutoCAD design software and the other software packages as they are introduced. File management techniques will be learned and demonstrated. Learn time management skills with long-term projects. Understand pre-engineering concepts and terms Using learned analytical problem solving skills; students will envision and conceive one major Architectural design.

2 Major Course Assignments and Projects 1. Because the lab is computer based, students will spend time on the machines daily working with both short and long term assignments. Observe and demonstrate lab entrance and exit procedures. Observe and demonstrate safety precautions and equipment care. Start up/shut down computers and CAD systems. Proper usage of jump drives, CD disks, and hard drives. File management skills. Set drawing parameters. Create and edit computer aided drawing utilities. Demonstrate use of drawing aids, and output devices. Use of symbols and importation of same within existing files. Manage layers, line types, and plotting of completed projects. Advanced Computer Aided Drafting Skills Create three-dimensional displays and shapes. Create wire frame and solid model shapes. Create 2-D geometry from 3-D models. Create 3-D wire frame models from 2-D geometry. Demonstrate use of display commands (e.g. hidden line, shading, removal) Architectural Drawings 2. A major component of the Program is to learn the Basics of Architectural Design. Students will draw residential floor plans from preliminary sketches. Draw associated foundation and floor framing plans. Complete associated elevations. Draw sections and details, with schedules. Complete electrical, plumbing, and HVAC plans. Design a residential structure, including cost estimates. Design, draw, and detail commercial structural shapes. Introduction to Civil and Survey Drawing. One self directed 9 weeks project Related Academic and Problem Solving Skills 3. Teamwork, and interpersonal skills with others, is essential. Team design projects using computers

3 Architectural mathematics and language skills Learn basic building code requirements Construction cost estimating and basic economics Understand technical concepts and principles Learn to apply academic knowledge and skills to the field of study Read, understand and communicate in the language of the field Evaluation Criteria Attendance (daily points) Performance in the lab, time management skills Practical lab exams Related and written assignments and exams Unit assignments Tests, quizzes Senior Project* The following are the four Approved Courses with the major outcomes listed, that will be addressed during the students lab experience: Personal Safety Equipment Operation Site Management Proposals Construction Technologies Career Field Plan Reading Outcomes: Construction Technologies Career Field Architecture Design Site and Foundation Plan Outcomes: Knowledge Management and Information Technology Site Management Proposals Community Planning Drafting Field Organization

4 Construction Technologies Career Field Architecture Design Structural and Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Outcomes: Knowledge Management and Information Technology Proposals Drafting Construction Technologies Career Field Construction Technology Core and Sustainable Construction Outcomes: Employability Skills Leadership and Communications Business Ethics and Law Knowledge Management and Information Technology Global Environment Business Literacy Site Safety Personal Safety Construction Scheduling Field Organization Maintenance Operations Grading Scales Grading in the AutoCAD program will follow the accepted system adopted by the TCTC Board of education, which is described in the student handbook. 92% to 100% = A 83% to 91% = B 74% to 82% = C 66% to 73% = D 65% & below = F * Senior project will constitute a major part of the total grading structure. Not completing any portion of the senior project can result in loss of lab certificate. Also, the Instructor reserves the right to alter and or adjust any and all aspects of this lab/syllabus based upon

5 students progress, class dynamics any and all unforeseen circumstances which may arise. 1. To be considered a completer and to walk across our stage at the TCTC completion ceremony, students must complete all required components of the program as set forth in your course of study. This can include but is not limited to: passing Senior Projects, attempting OSHA, ASE, NCCER, SP2, Cosmetology State Board, and similar end of course credentialing exams. 2. Students who take and fail any part of their 10-Hour OSHA exam three times, will be allowed one instructor activated reset at no charge. Students who fail any part of their exam tree times after this reset will not be awarded their OSHA certificates. This does not disqualify them from being a completer or participating in the TCTC completion ceremonies. 3. Programs have been converted to coursework. To be accepted into the senior year of this program, students must maintain an absolute (excused AND unexcused) 90% attendance rate (usually considered no more than 18 days absent) and a C average in each course. Students not maintaining these standards will be subject to a review by the program instructor and program supervisor. If it is determined that the potential for success in the senior year is seriously at risk, and the student still wishes to enter the senior year, a meeting will be held with the student, parent, instructor and program supervisor. This meeting will be held to identify specific areas of concern, discuss what must be done by all parties to address these concerns and to put in writing any/all agreements reached. Electronic devices There will be no electronic devices accessed, used, or brought to this lab session, at all, for any reason. These include any smart phone, I-devices, etc. They will be left at home, in a locker, or in a car if the student drives. If the student insists on being in possession of any such electronic devices, ignoring the instructors guide lines, daily points and loss of lab grade will result. Under no circumstances shall the instructor or any other person within the confines of the Lab, be recorded or photographed, without their prior knowledge and permission. Doing so will result in approved disciplinary options, up to and including appropriate legal action being taken by the instructor taken. I-Pads and any other device, whether personal or supplied by the school district, will be accessed and used in this lab at the sole discretion of the Instructor. No Exceptions. Safety Testing Skill and technical training is second only to the safety of our students. To that end, the AutoCAD Program not only places a heavy emphasis on safety training, but requires that each student in the program take and pass safety tests before they begin any work that

6 may have specific safety issues. The AutoCAD Program gives three such tests during the course of the program. General Lab Safety: The AutoCAD Program has a safety test that is intended to introduce the new student to safety issues associated with this program. There will be general classroom instruction to cover these issues and a written test to assess the student s understanding of these issues and how to deal with them. This general lab safety test must be passed at 100% before the student will be allowed to begin working in the lab. A note will be sent home to the parent(s) indicating that the student has passed the test and will require a signature from them. This will be returned to the program and kept on file. Machine/Equipment Specific Safety: Students will begin using different types of machines and equipment at various times throughout the program. Prior to using each machine or piece of equipment for the first time, he/she will be instructed in its safe and proper use. A test may be required to assess student understanding. These tests must be passed with 100% accuracy. OSHA 10 hour Construction Safety / General Industry Safety. This test is a 10 hour on-line course that instructs each student in the safety issues associated with their industry. This program is to be completed in the first two weeks of class, requires 600 minutes of online interaction and may or may not be completed during regular class time. Passage benchmarks for this test are set by OSHA. Students who successfully complete this safety course will receive the industry recognized 10 hour safety card issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA Teaching students to work safely is more important than teaching any skill in any program. The TCTC has made passing the 10 Hour OSHA safety course a requirement for successful completion of this program. This nationally recognized certificate will go into the student s portfolio upon completion, and because safety is so important to employers these days, it gives our students an important advantage when applying for a job. The $18 nominal fee ($275 if taken after graduation) is part of the program fees and may be re-assessed if the student fails to complete the initial test successfully. Students will not receive their State Certificates of Program Completion if they do not successfully complete this test. General Safety Policies: 1. Students will be given safety instruction throughout the program. Students must pass any safety tests associated with this instruction before beginning any actual work in the specific area.

7 2. Parents of students, who fail the general lab safety, the OSHA 10 hour safety test or any specific safety test three consecutive times, will be required to attend a conference to discuss that student s requirements for continued participation in the program. This conference will be with the program teacher, program supervisor as well as the student.