This course provides students with the concepts and skills necessary to form the basis of object visualization and documentation inherent to the creation and conveying of technical designs and drawings. Appropriate drafting concepts and skills are developed through use of both free-hand sketching and computer-assisted drafting. Instruction in the use of CADD systems is integrated with graphic theory throughout the course. The course covers theoretical and applied drafting concepts appropriate for conveying graphical representation of objects and designs in a variety of technical environments including manufacturing and construction, as well as architectural, mechanical and civil engineering design.

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
Demonstrate the principles governing the setup and layout of technical drawings.
Discuss the geometric terms and principles used to define, design and represent drawing objects and entities.
Apply geometric construction techniques and principles of orthographic and pictorial projection for the representation of basic objects.
Perform basic annotation operations.
Apply acceptable forms of linework and text in both freehand sketching and CADD.
Demonstrate the use of basic office equipment, including computer information systems, for creating, managing, plotting and reproducing technical drawings.

3 Credits2 Weekly Lecture Hours
 2 Weekly Lab Hours