Manufacturing considerations in design and use of CAD for graphic representation. During this course the student will be acquainted with modern graphic techniques and the use of a computer aided drafting software package. Through the use of these tools the designer will be able to precisely describe any object they design to any other person who understands drafting conventions described by the ANSI standards. These are standards developed by the federal government and now by the ISO, International Standards Organization, to standardize the technique of presenting production drawings.
Engineering graphics is also a method of solving certain engineering problems.
Quite frequently this is referred to as analytical geometry. This is a technique of locating points, measuring distances, and calculating volumes and other useful information when producing an engineering drawing. Although this technique used to be done on a drafting board, the computer can make quick work of this sort of problem. Individuals who have any disability, either permanent or temporary, which might affect their ability to perform in this class, are encouraged to inform the instructor at the start of the semester. Adaptation of methods, materials, or testing may be made as required to provide for equitable participation.