CAD 1124
Computer Aided Design III
108 Clock Hours 
Course Information

Course Description:
CAD III is a continuation of techniques used in CAD Level II with emphasis placed on advanced concepts.  It is designed to teach the student to attach and retrieve attribute information, perform advanced editing features, pictorial drawing and proper application of externally referenced drawings.

Course Objectives:

After completion of this module the student will be able to:

  • Understand attributes and how they are used.

  • Create, edit, extract attributes.

  • Use and understand the pictorial drawing commands in CAD.

  • Understand advanced operations in CAD (file exchange formats and drawing diagnostics).

  • Attach externally-referenced drawings.

Prerequisites and Co requisites:
CAD III is a continuation of the material taught in CAD Level II, students must first successfully complete CAD II.
Course Topics:

  • Understanding attributes and their uses

  • Comprehending the anatomy of attributes

  • Manipulating attributes using AutoCAD commands

  • Extracting attribute data from a drawing

  • Identifying the three different types of pictorial drawings

  • Identifying the features of isometric drawings

  • Using and understanding the isometric drawing commands in AutoCAD

  • Using the DXF format to exchange CAD data

  • Recovering a damaged drawing file

  • Developing the concept and use of external reference drawings

  • AutoCAD commands used with external references

  • Management of external references

Specific Course Requirements:
A thorough knowledge of the basics of AutoCAD are required for this course.  Successful completion of the first two courses in this series specifically CAD I and CAD II are required.
Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements
Required Textbooks:
The textbook may be obtained through the Virtual Bookstore at http://rodp.bkstr.com or check with your local Technology Center for availability.
Supplementary Materials:
none
Hardware Requirements:
The minimum requirements can be found at http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm. Specific hardware requirements for this course are:

System Requirements

  • Windows NT® 4.0 with Service Pack 5.0, Windows® 98, Windows® Me (Millennium Edition) or Windows® 2000
  • Intel Pentium® 233 (minimum), Pentium 450 or higher (recommended) or equivalent processor
  • 32 MB RAM (minimum), 64 MB RAM or higher (recommended)
  • 800 x 600 VGA with 256 colors (minimum), 1024 x 768 SVGA with 64 thousand colors (recommended)
  • 200 MB of free disk space
  • CD-ROM drive, required for installation only 
Software Requirements:
The minimum requirements can be found at http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm. 

You will need a copy of AutoCAD® 2002 student version or commercial version.  CAD I has been developed for AutoCAD® 2002. If you are using a prior release of AutoCAD® or AutoCAD® LT some of the commands used in the assignments may not work properly. 

The software may be purchased at the following link: http://www.cadcampus.com 

The following software for viewing course material can be obtained FREE by clicking on the following link: 

Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html 

RealPlayer™ http://www.real.com or

Windows Media Player http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/default.aspx 

Microsoft® PowerPoint Viewer http://office.microsoft.com/downloads/2000/Ppview97.aspx 

A word processing program such as Microsoft Word 97 or higher is preferred, but WordPad or NotePad may be used.
Instructor Information
Please see the separate page inside the course to find instructor contact information as well as a statement of virtual office hours and other communication information.
Assessment and Grading
Testing Procedures:
Written tests will be taken on-line in WebCT.  All tests will be timed and made available to you on the date listed in the Assignments section and posted on the Calendar.  Drawing tests will be emailed to the instructor for grading.  You will have 48 hours to complete your drawing test and email back to me.  All tests must be completed and submitted by 11:30 p.m. on the due date.  Tests that are received after 48 hours will be deducted 10 points for each additional day.
Grading Procedure:
Your final grade will be earned in the following manner:
Exercises and chapter review questions - 40%
Tests - 50%
Participation - 10%
Grading Scale:

A  93-100   Excellent
B  85-92    Good 
C  77-84    Average

Assignments and Participation
Assignments and Projects:
Course modules will be presented in an asynchronous format.  This means that you will work on your assignments at your own pace.  You are permitted to work ahead in this course, but you will have a specific date for the completion of each module.  Please complete each module in the order presented.  Within each module you will find textbook and online reading assignments and individual activities.  Modules may also contain presentations, whiteboard demonstrations, streaming media and tutorials.
Class Participation:
Students are expected to communicate with the instructor as a part of the learning process.  All questioned will be answered on a first come basis.  Please be patient you are the only student I have.  You are advised to check your WebCT e-mail often.  I may have questions for you about the work you have turned in or I may have announcements concerning the course that you will want to know about.  Remember, class participation counts as 10% of your grade.
Punctuality:
Remember you must remit your tests to me within the allotted time to receive full credit.  All other assignments are due no later than 24 hours prior to the day of the test for that particular module.  Any assignments received after that date will not be accepted.
Course Ground Rules
You are expected to learn how to navigate in WebCT and address technical issues/problems immediately before falling behind in the course.  Please view the course site daily for announcements, course information and deadlines.  Also keep in contact with me on a regular basis by using WebCT e-mail for all course related communications.  You may use the alternate e-mail address if necessary in an emergency situation.  Observe course netiquette at all times.
Guidelines for Communications
Email:
  • Always include a subject line.
  • Remember without facial expressions some comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your emails. Use of emoticons might be helpful in some cases.
  • Use standard fonts.
  • Do not send large attachments without permission.
  • Special formatting such as centering, audio messages, tables, html, etc. should be avoided unless necessary to complete an assignment or other communication.
  • Respect the privacy of other class members
Discussion Groups:
  • Review the discussion threads thoroughly before entering the discussion. Be a lurker then a discussant.
  • Try to maintain threads by using the "Reply" button rather starting a new topic.
  • Do not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the discussion group. Be respectful of other’s ideas.
  • Be patient and read the comments of other group members thoroughly before entering your remarks.
  • Be cooperative with group leaders in completing assigned tasks.
  • Be positive and constructive in group discussions.
  • Respond in a thoughtful and timely manner.
Chat:
  • Introduce yourself to the other learners in the chat session.
  • Be polite. Choose your words carefully. Do not use derogatory statements.
  • Be concise in responding to others in the chat session.
  • Be prepared to open the chat session at the scheduled time.
  • Be constructive in your comments and suggestion
Web Resources:

Library

The Tennessee Virtual Library is available to all students enrolled in the Regents Degree Program. Links to library materials (such as electronic journals, databases, interlibrary loans, digital reserves, dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps, and librarian support) and Internet resources needed by learners to complete online assignments and as background reading must be included in all courses. 

Students With Disabilities

Qualified students with disabilities will be provided reasonable and necessary academic accommodations if determined eligible by the appropriate disability services staff at their home institution. Prior to granting disability accommodations in this course, the instructor must receive written verification of a student's eligibility for specific accommodations from the disability services staff at the home institution. It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with their home institution's disability services staff and to follow the established procedures for having the accommodation notice sent to the instructor.

Syllabus Changes

The instructor reserves the left to make changes as necessary to this syllabus. If changes are necessitated during the term of the course, the instructor will immediately notify students of such changes both by individual email communication and posting both notification and nature of change(s) on the course bulletin board.