Grade 10-12. Year-long.

This is a beginning course for the draftsperson or engineering student, introducing him or her to drafting fundamentals. The course covers drafting equipment usage, materials, an introduction to CADD (Computer-Aided Drafting and Design), and techniques used as a means of technical communications. Drafting techniques are studied and drawings are made with emphasis on description through multi-view, pictorial, architectural, and CADD drawings. The course will also focus on product design process and product design cycle. A lab and workbook fee will be charged.