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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
DMTD070B
Course Title (CB02)
Introduction to Computer Aided Design Using AutoCAD
Course Credit Status
Credit - Degree Applicable
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Course Description
Introduction-level computer-aided design and drafting using AutoCAD software. Emphasis on 2D drawings and dimensioning.
Faculty Requirements
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

This is CSU transferable, stand-alone course in a CTE program that was developed based on the needs of local industry. AutoCAD, a 2D & 3D electronic drafting application and requested by our advisory board, is used worldwide in mechanical design. This introductory course enables a student to create and document mechanical designs, with special emphasis given to the creation of 2D drawings and dimensions.

Foothill Equivalency

Does the course have a Foothill equivalent?
No
Foothill Course ID

Course Philosophy

Formerly Statement

Course Development Options

Basic Skill Status (CB08)
Course is not a basic skills course.
Grade Options
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass
Repeat Limit
0

Transferability & Gen. Ed. Options

Transferability
Transferable to CSU only

Units and Hours

Summary

Minimum Credit Units
4.0
Maximum Credit Units
4.0

Weekly Student Hours

TypeIn ClassOut of Class
Lecture Hours2.04.0
Laboratory Hours6.00.0

Course Student Hours

Course Duration (Weeks)
12.0
Hours per unit divisor
36.0
Course In-Class (Contact) Hours
Lecture
24.0
Laboratory
72.0
Total
96.0
Course Out-of-Class Hours
Lecture
48.0
Laboratory
0.0
NA
0.0
Total
48.0

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

  • ESL D261. and ESL D265., or ESL D461. and ESL D465., or eligibility for EWRT D001A or EWRT D01AH or ESL D005.
  • Pre-algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond pre-algebra

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Entrance Skill(s)

General Course Statement(s)

Methods of Instruction

Lecture and visual aids

Discussion of assigned reading

Discussion and problem solving performed in class

Homework and extended projects

Laboratory discussion sessions and quizzes that evaluate the proceedings weekly laboratory exercises

Assignments

  1. Class and book exercises
  2. 29 CAD projects demonstrating progressive mastery of AutoCAD Drawing Tools
  3. Video lectures, viewed as assigned during the course
  4. Reading from text (75% by page count) is required.

Methods of Evaluation

  1. Quizzes to determine understanding of various tools and methods.
  2. Midterm examination covering assigned textbook reading and basic CAD projects. Exam will be evaluated on the accuracy of the CAD requirements.
  3. Mastery and completeness of assigned CAD projects and exercises
  4. Final examination evaluating the students comprehensive understanding of basic AutoCAD drafting by means of accuracy and completeness of drawings.

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • None.
Essential College Facilities:
  • CAD computer laboratory

Examples of Primary Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisherDate/EditionISBN
Tickoo, Sham " AutoCAD 2017: A Problem-Solving Approach, Basic and Intermediate", CADCIM Technologies, 2016

Examples of Supporting Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisher
AutoDesk online Tutorials/Help.
Giesecke, Frederick E. "Technical Drawing and Engineering Graphics, 14th Edition", Peachpit Press, 2011

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Demonstrate the basic menu structure and graphical user interface used within AutoCAD
  • Create drawings using the commands of the AutoCAD drafting software
  • Implement ASME standards in dimensioning and tolerancing mechanical drawings
  • Apply 3D design commands and visualization techniques.
  • Perform archiving and output functions for drawings

CSLOs

  • Create an entry level Document Package which includes (as assigned) Solid Parts, Assemblies and Basic Drawings for Parts and Assemblies, using AutoCAD.

Outline

  1. Demonstrate the basic menu structure and graphical user interface used within AutoCAD
    1. Overview of drafting standards as it relates to AutoCAD
    2. Learn common industry terminology
    3. Introduction to CAD drafting
    4. Line types and geometry
    5. Use of Colors and layers
  2. Create drawings using the commands of the AutoCAD drafting software
    1. The main menu and command line
    2. Entering the drawing editor
    3. Learn to assess the online Help
    4. Create a line, point, circle and arc
  3. Implement ASME standards in dimensioning and tolerancing mechanical drawings
    1. Semiautomatic dimensioning and tolerancing
    2. Manage or import styles via Style Manager
    3. ASME Y14.5 dimensioning scheme
  4. Apply 3D design commands and visualization techniques.
    1. Methods of viewing
    2. Orbit command
    3. 3D wireframe commands
  5. Perform archiving and output functions for drawings
    1. Saving file types to directory
    2. Output with printers and plotters

Lab Topics

  1. Toolbars and menu
  2. Basic sketching
  3. Drafting standards
  4. Dimensioning
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