DRF 132 CAD 3

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Credits: 3

Incorporates hands-on experience with AutoCAD. Covers advanced graphics commands for two-dimensional drawings. Introduces elementary customization techniques. Covers three-dimensional models and drawings created from solids.

Prerequisite: DRF 131 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Create, modify and generate drawings of 3D solid models.
Demonstrate ability to create and copy multiple layouts and manage viewpoints.
Utilize parametric constraints, dynamic blocks, annotative scale and Action Recorder.
Create and modify annotation styles for desired result.
Create custom toolbars, palettes, line types, and hatching.

Content Outline

Annotative Tools
- Dimension, leader, table and text style review
- Annotative dimensions, leaders and text
- Annotative blocks
Parametric Tools
- Geometric constraints
- Parametric dimensions
Dynamic Blocks
Set-Up for Three-Dimensional Models
- 3D Workspace
- Manipulating the UCS
- Viewport review
- Isometric viewports
- Plot settings
Solid Modeling and Editing Techniques
- Primitives
- Extrusions
- Revolutions
- Editing options
- Sweeps and lofts
Model Views
- Orthographic and isometric views
- Section views
- Auxiliary views
- Detail views
- Layer control
Elementary CAD Customization
- Custom hatches
- Custom line types
- Tool pallets
- Customizing the ribbon
- Action recorder
Managing Sheet Sets and Viewpoints