Course
Discontinued
No
Course code
STGE 1260
Descriptive
Introduction to CAD
Department
Stagecraft & Event Technology
Faculty
Language, Literature and Performing Arts
Credits
2.00
Start date
End term
Not Specified
PLAR
Yes
Semester length
15 weeks
Max class size
25
Contact hours
Lecture: 1 hr per week (12 hrs per semester)
Lab: 3 hrs per week (36 hrs per semester)
Method(s) of instruction
Lecture
Lab
Learning activities
Students will receive 2 hours of lecture, 1 hour of lab, and 1 hour of practice twice per week for 8 weeks.
Course description
This course introduces the basic concepts of computer assisted drafting to students. Students will develop skills in two-dimensional drawing using CAD software. A demonstration of 3D applications will also be included.
Course content
The computer:
- introduction to operation
- file management
- cad software
Drawing with CAD:
- drawing set up
- stationary templates
- sizing and resizing
- working with walls
- layers
- working with symbols
- dimensioning and text
Introduction to 3D:
- 3D palette
- extrude and sweep
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the successful student should be able to:
- Understand the basic operation of the computer for file management using the current operating platform.
- Understand the basic concepts of computer assisted drafting and differences from manual drafting.
- Understand and demonstrate basic two-dimensional drafting techniques using the CAD software.
- Understand the 3D applications of the software.
Means of assessment
| Work habits, housekeeping, attitude | 10% |
| Five projects that demonstrate skills in the fundamentals of CAD drawing | 50% |
| Quiz | 10% |
| Final project that combines the elements of instruction | 30% |
| TOTAL | 100% |
Textbook materials
A list of recommended textbooks and materials is provided on the Instructor’s Course Outline, which is available to students at the beginning of each semester.
Prerequisites
Acceptance to Stagecraft Program or permission of the Stagecraft Program Coordinator.