DRAF 264

Description:

This course is an introduction to the use of computer-aided drafting (CAD) as used in the interior design field. Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to draw floor plans and elevations of interiors using a computer-aided drafting system. AutoCAD LT software will be used. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab/wk. Drafting classes that have additional lab have either the time and room listed or TBA (to be announced) with the room number listed. Note: Prerequisites ITMD 123 and ITMD 129 require a grade of "C" or higher. Note: An honors contract is available. Contact the Honors Program Office, COM 201, for more information.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $10 to 15.

Prerequisites:

Prerequisites: ITMD 123 and ITMD 129 both with a grade of "C" or higher, or department approval

Course Fees:

None

Textbooks:

http://bookstore.jccc.edu

Supplies:

Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  1. Identify the parts of a computer graphics system and describe their function.
  2. Explain JCCC Cad lab procedures.
  3. Define and use the commands needed to construct floor plans and interior elevations.
  4. Define and use the commands needed to edit objects.
  5. Define and use the commands needed to create symbols.
  6. Define and use the dimensioning and text commands.
  7. Define and use the layer and linetype commands.
  8. Define and use the commands to improve productivity.
  9. Define and use the inquiry commands.
  10. Use a plotter and a printer to create hardcopies.
  11. Manage files using the appropriate software. 

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Computer Graphic System
   A. Identify and explain the different disk drives related to the JCCC
system.
   B. Identify and explain input and output devices related to the JCCC
system.
   C. Explain the screen layout.
   D. Define a CPU.
   E. Identify the functions of the various keyboard symbols and control
characters on a computer keyboard
   
II. JCCC Cad Lab Procedures
   A. Explain and use the proper JCCC log-in procedures.
   B. Explain and use the proper JCCC network procedures.

III. Basic Drawing Commands
   A. Identify the construction syntax of a typical graphics command.
   B. Define the Cartesian coordinate system.
   C. Use the Absolute, Relative, Polar coordinate systems and other data
entry methods for entering point locations.
   D. Create and save a new drawing using the proper commands 
   E. Use the LINE, CIRCLE, and ARC commands to create objects.
   F. Use the GRID and SNAP commands to draw objects.
   G. Use the HATCH command to draw objects.
   H. Use the PLINE command to draw objects.
   I. Use the ELLIPSE, POLYGON, RECTANG, and POINT to draw objects.
   J. Use the OSNAP commands to draw objects.
   K. Use the ZOOM, PAN and VIEW commands, to position and scale the
displayed image on your screen to a convenient work size.

IV. Basic Editing Commands
   A. Use the ERASE command to edit different objects.
   B. Use the MIRROR, ROTATE, ARRAY and OFFSET commands to construct and
modify objects and patterns of objects
   C. Use the COPY and MOVE commands to modify objects.
   D. Use the FILLET and CHAMFER commands to modify objects.
   E. Use the DIVIDE and MEASURE command to divide various objects into
specific portions.
   F. Use the SCALE and STRETCH commands to modify objects.
   G. Use the PROPERTIES command to edit objects.
   H. Use the TRIM, LENGTHEN, JOIN, BREAK, and EXTEND commands to modify
objects.
   I. Use the 'Grips' tools to edit objects.
   J. Use the PEDIT command to edit plines.

V. Create Symbols
   A. Use the BLOCK commands to create symbols.
   B. Use the INSERT commands and the DESIGN CENTER to position symbols in
a drawing.
   C. Use the WBLOCK command to save objects to a drawing.

VI. Dimensioning and Text Commands
   A. Use the DIMENSION commands to place various dimensions on a
drawing.
   B. Use the TEXT commands to create and to place text and notes on a
drawing.
   C. Use the appropriate commands needed to change the height, width,
slant, and location of existing text and dimensions.
   D. Use the DIMENSION STYLE and TEXT STYLE commands to create styles
based on given standards or specifications.

VII. Layer and Linetype Commands
   A. Use the LAYER command to make specified layers visible on the
graphics display.
   B. Use the LAYER command to get information about the current layer
status of a drawing.
   C. Use the proper command to change objects from one layer to another
layer.
   D. Construct an object while keeping the drawing, dimensions and the
text on separate layers.
   E. Use the LINETYPE command to specify different linetypes.
   F. Use the proper command that would change the linetype of existing
objects.

VIII. Improve Productivity
   A. Use the ‘right click’ to access drawing commands and palettes.
   B. Use the ‘right click’ to access editing commands and palettes.
 
IX. Inquiry Commands
   A. Use the INQUIRY commands to verify different objects of a drawing.
   B. Use the INQUIRY commands to answer specific questions about the
size, area, location, or angle of objects.
   C. Use the ON-line HELP feature as a reference resource.

X. Create Hardcopies
   A. Use the PLOT command to set up and use a plotter for plotting a
drawing.
   B. Use the PLOT command to print a copy of the drawing.
   C. Use the proper commands to place the drawing on the screen at a
desired scale and position for plotting.

XI. File Management
   A. Use the current software to copy, list, delete, and rename files.
   B. Use the proper commands to enter the graphics system.
   C. Use the proper commands for assigning a filename.
   D. Use the proper commands for exiting from the graphics system.

Method of Evaluation and Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

 30-50%   Projects          
 10-30%   Labs, Quizzes, Homework 
 20-40%   Exams 
100%

Grading criteria:
 90 - 100% = A
 80 -  89% = B
 70 -  79% = C
 60 -  69% = D
 Below 60% = F

Caveats:

  1. 70% Competency required for promotion to courses required in the ITMD program. 

Student Responsibilities:

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.