1. Topic-
Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting
 
2. Content-
This lecture introduces the student to Computer Aided Drafting tool and the basic commands to get started with a drawing.
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
1.Identify the various components of the Auto cad screen like Tabs,Tool bars etc
2.Ability to open a new drawing with a template and save the drawing.
3.Ability to use the basic commands on the draw toolbar like line, circle, arc and also use the modify toolbar to modify the objects created by the draw commands.
 
4. Objectives-
1.Make students understand the functions of different tabs,toolbars and their components
2.Introduce the different command on the Draw toolbar and how to use them.
3. Help students create an initial setup for the drawing and save it
4. Help students understand how to open a new drawing with a template and save a drawing to the appropriate location.
 
5. Materials and Aids-
Lecture, Discussion
Text : 1. Architectural Drafting Assignments Using AutoCAD [Spiral-Bound]
Myron Riggs Brower
2 . Mastering AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD LT 2013 [Paperback]
George Omura (Author),
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

Show a PowerPoint to the students showing how Computer Aided Design and drafting software is used in various disciplines like Architecture, Civil and structural Engineering. Show the applications of CAD in the real world applications by showing some examples
 

B. Development-

Create simple objects like rectangle, circle, arcs and poly lines to demonstrate the various commands on the draw toolbar
 

C. Practice-

1.Give a simple assignment to create a door with a jamb and swing.
2.Assignment to create a window with sill and frame detail
Walk around the lab and see how everyone is doing and help if needed and answer questions.
 

D. Independent Practice-

1.Assignment to create a simple office floor plan.
2.Assignment to create door and window blocks
Encourage students to work on the assignments at home and in the open lab and ask questions
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

1.Instructor will be available to answer questions and for tutoring in the office hours outlined in the syllabus
2. Additional assignments are available for the students who have completed the assigned coursework.
 

F. Checking for understanding-

Students are required to submit the assigned drawing. The instructor will check the drawing and look for mistakes and red line the drawing and get back with the student and provide feedback on how to correct the drawing.The student is then required to correct his/her mistakes and resubmit the drawing.
 

G. Closure-

Finish the class by pointing out all the key points from the lecture and answer student questions. Outline the key points for the next lecture.
 
7. Evaluation-
Evaluate if the students are getting the course content by the questions they are asking and also by the type and number of mistakes they have in their drawings and change lesson plan accordingly.
 
8. Teacher Reflection-
See if the particular style of lecture worked for majority of students. If not modify the lecture to accommodate all students. Take students for a field trip to show practical applications of what they are drawing.
 

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