Course

Introduction to CAD

Faculty
Language, Literature & Performing Arts
Department
Stagecraft & Event Technology
Course code
STGE 1260
Credits
2.00
Semester length
15 weeks
Max class size
25
Method(s) of instruction
Lecture
Lab
Typically offered
To be determined

Overview

Course description
This course introduces the basic concepts of computer assisted drafting to students. Students will develop skills in two-dimensional drawing using CAD software. A demonstration of 3D applications will also be included.
Course content

The computer:

  • introduction to operation
  • file management
  • cad software

Drawing with CAD:  

  • drawing set up
  • stationary templates
  • sizing and resizing
  • working with walls
  • layers
  • working with symbols
  • dimensioning and text

Introduction to 3D:  

  • 3D palette
  • extrude and sweep
Learning activities

Students will receive 2 hours of lecture, 1 hour of lab, and 1 hour of practice twice per week for 8 weeks.

Means of assessment
Work habits, housekeeping, attitude 10%
Five projects that demonstrate skills in the fundamentals of CAD drawing 50%
Quiz 10%
Final project that combines the elements of instruction 30%
TOTAL 100%
Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the successful student should be able to:

  1. Understand the basic operation of the computer for file management using the current operating platform.
  2. Understand the basic concepts of computer assisted drafting and differences from manual drafting.
  3. Understand and demonstrate basic two-dimensional drafting techniques using the CAD software.
  4. Understand the 3D applications of the software.
Textbook materials

A list of recommended textbooks and materials is provided on the Instructor’s Course Outline, which is available to students at the beginning of each semester.