Drafting and Computer-Aided Design 10, 20, 30
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Drafting and Computer-Aided Design 10

Drafting and Computer-Aided Design 20

Drafting and Computer-Aided Design 30

Suggested Modules for Middle Level PAA Survey Courses

Module 1: Safety (Core)
Module Code
DRAF1
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-3
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Integrate safety practices into personal work habits.
Module 2: Manual Sketching (Core)
Module Code
DRAF2
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Manually sketch geometric figures, forms and shapes with consideration to scale and proportion.
Module 3: Manual Drafting (Optional)
Module Code
DRAF3
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
10-15
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 2
Investigate basic manual drafting tools and procedures.
Module 4: CAD Basics (Core)
Module Code
DRAF4
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-15
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 2
Investigate the basic functions of 2 dimensional (2D) CAD software.
Module 5: Basic Three Dimensional (3D) Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) (Core)
Module Code
DRAF5
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-15
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 4
Create 3D objects using CAD software.
Module 6: Intermediate 3D CAD (Optional)
Module Code
DRAF6
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-15
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 5
Create 3D CAD models.
Module 8: Basic Dimensioning (Core)
Module Code
DRAF8
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Dimension (e.g., form) drawings using principles (e.g., accuracy, appropriate positioning, completeness and readability) for purpose of production.
Module 11: Multi-view (Orthographic) Drawings (Core)
Module Code
DRAF11
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-15
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 2
Produce 2D representation of multiple views of 3D objects.
Module 17: Pictorial Drawings (Core)
Module Code
DRAF17
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Modules 8
Produce pictorial drawings to scale and proportion.
Module 28: Design Fabrication (Optional)
Module Code
DRAF28
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-20
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 1, 5
Model and fabricate a product.
Module 31: Energy Efficiency and Environmental Sustainability (Core)
Module Code
DRAF31
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-7
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate building practices that promote energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Module 33: Architectural Styles (Optional)
Module Code
DRAF33
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate architectural styles from various periods and geographical regions.
Module 34: Basic Conceptual Design (Optional)
Module Code
DRAF34
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 12
Explore general conceptual designs.