Drafting

Basic Technical Drafting I (5440 S)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
1 semester elective

This course involves the study of the technical elements of drafting, which include instruments, lettering, sketching, applied geometry, projections, visualizing objects, pictorial representation, dimensioning, sectioning, symbols and auxiliaries. The student will have a working knowledge of identifying and applying the use of drafting instruments and equipment.

Basic Technical Drafting II (5450 S)

Grade 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Drafting I

This course continues the study of the technical elements of drafting, such as identifying the rules, basic techniques, lines, symbols, and measuring systems used to dimension technical drawings. The students will have a working knowledge of use and applications for dimensions, notes, and symbols to various technical drawings. The student will acquire the knowledge and application of pattern development, working drawings, design, an introduction to architectural drafting, and computer-aided drafting.

Advanced Technical Drafting – CAD
(5470 A -- 5480 B)

Grades 11, 12
1 year elective
Prerequisites: Drafting I & II

This computer-assisted drafting course is designed for the student who already possesses a good working knowledge of conventional, paper-based drafting techniques and standards. The course is designed to guide students through the entire AutoCAD LT command structure while applying AutoCAD LT functions. The student will acquire the knowledge of basic concepts and principles of CAD and CAD station and the application of this method to real world drawings.

Architectural Drafting (5500 A – 5510 B)

Grades 10, 11, 12
1 year elective
Recommended: Successful completion of Advanced TechnicalDrafting (CAD) with a “C” average or better.
This is a recommendation course.

This course involves the study of architectural drafting techniques, which will include architectural plans, dimensioning architectural plans, architectural abbreviations, planning a home, describing site conditions, building codes, and identifying the steps in planning a residence. They will identify the characteristics which affect building design and for developing a preliminary residential sketch.

Engineering Academy Internship
(6680 A – 6681 B) (9547 A – 9548 B) Intern 2

Grade 12
1 year elective (Two credits)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all Academy courses with “C” or higher average.
Recommendation course.

This is a two-credit course of on-the-job skill training, career shadowing and professional mentorship. Students must meet employment criteria of any facility for placement. To receive recognition at graduation, students must successfully complete four credits of the academy subjects and complete a career work-place portfolio

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