CAD 1200
Sketching and Shape Description

Course Information

Course Description:
Sketching is one of the oldest, easiest and quickest methods of communication and also one of the most important skills an aspiring drafter must master.  This course is designed to teach you correct freehand drawing and visualization skills.  The course begins with a study of freehand sketching techniques and the different line types used.  Next orthographic and pictorial visualization skills are studied.  Although this course is self-paced, you must complete all activities within the fifteen-week trimester.

Course Objectives:
After successful completion of this course you will be able to:
  • Define the various types and forms of sketches.
  • Correctly sketch lines, arcs and circles.
  • Identify and correctly sketch the various line types
  • Generate sketches of simple, two-dimensional objects.
  • Identify the standard  views of an object and the dimensions (height, width and depth) associated with each.
  • Construct multiple-view sketches of objects containing normal, inclined and cylindrical surfaces.
  • Construct pictorial sketches of mechanical objects.
Prerequisites and Corequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course and it may be taken concurrently with the 'Basic Drafting Techniques' and the 'CAD I' courses.
Course Topics:
This course consist of the following three modules:
  • Sketching Basics - Approximately 20 hours to complete
  • Multiple-View Sketching - Approximately 68 hours to complete
  • Pictorial Sketching - Approximately 20hours to complete
Specific Course Requirements:

You will need to be motivated and self-directed with the ability to follow an objective-based timeline.  Study not only your textbook, but any other reference materials you might have at your disposal.  You should plan to devote 7-10 hours per week for this course.
Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements
Required Textbooks:

The following textbook is needed for this course and may be obtained through the virtual bookstore which can be accessed from the following link: http://rodp.bkstr.com
Supplementary Materials:
  • 1 Pad (50 sheets) of sketch paper, blue-lined with 1/8" or 1/4" grid. This paper may be found at most Wal-Marts.
  • 1 pad (30 sheets) of sketch paper, blue-lined with isometric grid. This paper should be found at a speciality art, office or engineering supply stores and may also be obtained on-line at artstuff.net.
  • 2H pencils and erasers
Hardware Requirements:
The minimum requirements can be found at http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm. 
Software Requirements:
You must use a WebCT-compatible Internet browser to access the course.  For information on browser recommendations visit http://www.rodp.org/students/browsers.htm.  This site also contains a link to WebCT's browser tune-up page where you can obtain the latest information about browser compatibility and multimedia plug-ins.  If you are an AOL user, you must minimize the AOL window and open up Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator when you access the course.
 
You will need the following software for viewing course materials and submitting assignments:
The minimum software requirements are specified at http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm.  
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:
Upon completion of a module you must contact the instructor, using WebCT Email, informing him that you are ready to take the  written and skill exams. The instructor will reply to your message and attach the exams, in Microsoft WORD format. You will have 72 hours to complete the exams and mail them back to the instructor using surface-mail. Remember, exams are timed and can be taken only once.
Grading Procedure:
Grades will be based on satisfactory completion of deliverables (work turned-in), exams, skill assessments, regular communication with the instructor and class discussions. All deliverables, exams and skill assessments must be completed within the allocated time. Late completion of a module will result in the loss of 10 points for the grade on the test for that particular module. A module is complete only when all deliverables have been accepted, corrected if necessary and test have been submitted.
 
Your final grade will be calculated as follows:
  • Deliverables - 40%
    • Non graded, skill building activities (HOMEWORK)
  • Exams/Skill Assessments - 50%
    • End-of-module written exams will be averaged together and count as 25% of this grade
    • End-of-module skill assessments (graded sketches and/or drawings) will be averaged together and count as 75% of this grade
  • Participation - 10%
    • You are required to maintain frequent WebCT Email contact with the instructor
    • As a minimun, you are required to post one message on the discussion board during the first week of class introducing yourself and telling everyone a little about yourself
    • You are required to post a message on the discussion board at the end of each module giving an evaluation of the strong points and weak points of the module
Grading Scale:
A...93-100...  Excellent
B...85 - 92...   Good
C...77 - 84...  Average
NOTE:  You must have a grade of 77 or better to receive credit for this course.
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 there are required dates for the completion of each module.  Each module must be completed in the order presented.  Within the module you will find textbook and online reading/study assignments.  Modules may also contain presentations and other activities.
Class Participation:
You are required to communicate with me on a regular basis using WebCT Email and with your classmates using the Discussion Board.  You should visit the course site at least every other day to ensure that you are aware of postings and announcements.  Remember, participation counts as 10% of your grade.
Punctuality:
Required due dates for the completion of each module are posted on the calendar. Due dates will be posted during the first week of class. Again, the calendar due dates are requirements, not recommendations. Late completion of a module will result in the loss of 10 points for the grade on the test for that particular module. A module is complete only when all deliverables have been accepted and test have been submitted. Plan ahead and allow sufficient time for correcting and resubmitting sketches if necessary.
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 right 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.

Technical Support

Telephone Support:
If you are having problems logging into your course,
timing out of your course, using your course web site tools, or other technical problems, please contact the Eduprise Help Desk by calling :

1-866-550-7637 (toll free)

or go to their website at:

http://help.rodp.org