Emphasis will be given to drafting equipment, materials, instruments, lettering, applied geometry, computer aided design, orthographic drawing, pictorial drawing, auxiliary drawing, sections and conventions, dimensioning, and metric measure. To instill an appreciation for the graphic language. To develop orderly problem solving, procedure, neatness, and accuracy in technical drawing. To serve as an introduction to more advanced technical drawing courses and as an overview course for students taking only one course. It provides experiences with greater depth in drawing problems, skills and techniques.
Emphasis is placed on adherence to established standards for technical graphics.
An important aspect of the course is the application of graphics principles to typical engineering drawing and design problems. To instill the principles of good design in commercial and student designed products. To instill the value and advantages of various types of technology pertinent to engineering drawing. To have students practice efficient and careful use of computer aided graphics equipment commonly used in design related occupations. Have students prepare sets of working drawings that include detail drawings, assembly drawings and exploded pictorial drawings.