Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Lines, Arcs, Circles and Polygons.
  A. Define and sketch an object line.
  B. Define and sketch a center line.
  C. Define and sketch a hidden line.
  D. Define and sketch a cutting plane line.
  E. Define and sketch a phantom line.
  F. Construct a line bisector.
  G. Construct an angle bisector.
  H. Construct and arc tangent to other arcs.
  I. Construct an arc tangent to lines.
  J. Define and construct the involute for a square or a rectangle.
  K. Define and construct the involute for a circle.
  L. Construct a triangle.
  M. Construct a square.
  N. Construct a pentagon, hexagon, octagon, dodecagon.
  O. Define and construct parabolic curves.
  P. Define and sketch hyperbolic curves.
 
II. Geometric Shapes
  A. Measure features using an architectural scale.
  B. Measure features using an engineering scale.
  C. Measure features using a metric scale.
  D. Measure angles with a protractor.
 
III.  Orthographic Drawings
  A.Define and identify linetypes.
  B. Interpret dimensions.
  C. Interpret symbols.
 
IV. Orthographic Views
  A. Explain the three Principal Planes.
  B. Explain the six Principal Views.
  C. Define the different types of lines and planes.
  D. Describe and sketch in Third Angle/Quadrant.
  E. Explain First Angle/Quadrant.
 
V. Isometric and Perspective Drawings
  A. Identify and sketch isometric lines.
  B. Identify and sketch isometric circles.
  C. Define non-isometric lines.
  D. Define non-isometric surfaces.
  E. Identify a one-point perspective
  F. Identify a two-point perspective.
 
VI. Section Drawings
  A. Define a full section.
  B. Define a half section.
  C. Define an aligned (rotated) section.
  D. Define an offset section.
  E. Define a revolved section.
  F. Define a removed section.
  G. Define a broken out section.
 
VII.  Section Views  
  A.Sketch section details.
  B. Define and draw section lines.
  C. Identify material symbol section lines.
  D. Explain and draw Web/Rib/Standard Convention.
 
VIII. Primary Auxiliary Views
  A. Explain the point views of lines.
  B. Identify the edge views of surfaces.
  C. Define the true length of a line.
  D. Define the true size and shape of a surface.
  E. Sketch a primary auxiliary view.
  F. Explain dimensions for a primary auxiliary view.
  G. Define and label auxiliary reference lines.

IX. Mechanical Standards
  A. Name the standard ANSI sheet sizes A through D.
  B. Identify common drawings.
  C. Identify dimension standards
  D. Apply dimensions to objects using standards.
  E. Identify common symbols.
 
X. Architectural Standards
  A. Name the standard AEC sheet sizes A through D.
  B. Identify common drawings.
  C. Identify dimension standards.
  D. Apply dimensions to objects using standards.
  E. Identify common symbols.
 
XI. Types of Drafting Methods
  A. Identify standard manual drafting methods.
  B. Identify common computer drafting methods.
  C. Identify common product output methods.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Measuring Tools


   A. Measure interior and exterior features including depth using a


caliper.


   B. Measure interior and exterior features using a micrometer.





II. Identify Thread Symbols and Nomenclature


   A. Describe a schematic thread symbol.


   B. Describe a simplified thread symbol.


   C. Write thread nomenclature using Unified National thread codes.


   D. Determine threads per inch for a fine, extra fine, and coarse


thread.


      1. Calculate thread engagement in different types of material. i.e.


plastic, steel, aluminum, etc.


      2. Designate a thread as internal or external.


      3. Designate a thread class.


      4. Designate a thread series.


   E. Write thread nomenclature for metric threads.





III. Identify Boring Processes and Machining Processes


   A. Specify a countersink for a specific fastener.


   B. Specify a counterbore for a specific application.


   C. Specify a reaming operation


   D. Write a tapping process.


   E. Explain surface finish.


   F. Compare machining callout on an engineering drawing with capital


equipment used to produce the machining.





IV. Calculate Mating Part Information


   A. Determine the tightest fit between two mating parts.


   B. Determine the loosest fit between two mating parts.


   C. Specify limit dimensions and coordinate dimensions with tolerances


for mating parts.





V. Identify And Define Geometric Form and True Position Tolerances.





VI. Interpret A Casting Drawing and Casting Machine Drawing.





VII. Identify Tolerance Block Values And Elements.





VIII. Explain a General Drawing Note.





IX. Explain a Local Note.





X. Explain a Revision


   A. Interpret a drawing view and dimension revision.


   B. Write the revision history of an engineering drawing.





XI. Interpret a Cam Drawing


   A. Explain how a cam displacement diagram is interpreted.


   B. Explain the drawing data and nomenclature of a cam manufacturing


drawing.


   C. Identify the integral features of a cam.





XII. Interpret a Gear Drawing


   A. Explain the drawing data and nomenclature of a gear manufacturing


drawing.


   B. Explain the integral features of a gear.





XIII. Interpret a Numerical Control Document





XIV. Interpret a Plastic Part Drawing Or Mold Part Drawing


   A. Explain the nomenclature of a plastic or molded part.


   B. Explain components used to mold plastic parts.





XV. Interpret a Precision Sheet Metal Drawing


   A. Explain the integral symbols and elements of a precision sheet metal


drawing.


   B. Explain the considerations for bend allowance in sheet metal


components.





XVI. Interpret a Weldment Drawing


   A. Explain the views of a weldment drawing.


   B. Identify weld symbols on a weldment drawing.


   C. Illustrate a weld on the profile of a weld-joint.





XVII. Interpret an Instrumentation Drawing


   A. Identify symbols on an instrumentation drawing.


   B. Distinguish between instrumentation and process components.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Interpreting Working Drawing
   A. Explain a drawing layout as it relates to multiview orthographic
projection; plan views, elevations, and sections.
   B. Define the alphabet of lines.
   C. Interpret dimensions.
   D. Interpret sections cuts as they relate to sections and/or details.
   E. Obtain information from schedules.
   F. Read and measure lines using an architectural scale.
   G. Interpret civil engineering scales and metric scales.
   H. Draw and identity common symbols used on working drawings.
   I. Explain common abbreviations used on working drawings.
   J. Use the proper terms relating to working drawings and written
specifications.

II. Materials of Construction
   A. Explain the different properties of dimension lumber, timber, and
engineered lumber.
   B. Identify the different steel shapes.
   C. Explain the properties of concrete.
   D. Explain steel reinforcement as it relates to concrete
   E. Identify the different concrete masonry units.

III. Written Specifications
   A. Explain contract documents.
   B. Explain bid and contract forms.
   C. Explain material standards.
   D. Explain technical specifications.

IV. Light Frame Construction
   A. Interpret and obtain information using residential drawings and
specifications.
   B. Interpret and obtain information using light commercial drawings and
specifications.

 V. Heavy Construction
   A. Explain heavy timber construction 
   B. Interpret and obtain information from structural steel plans,
sections, and specifications.
   C. Explain pre-engineered steel construction.
   D. Interpret and obtain information from reinforced concrete plans,
sections, and specifications.
   E. Explain pre-cast and pre-stressed concrete construction.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Identify the parts of a computer graphics system and describe their


function.


   A. Software:


      1. Describe the AutoCAD screen layout and user interface


      2. Describe the function of dialog boxes.


      3. Identify the function of the AutoCAD DesignCenter and the


Properties window.


      4. Use HELP command for online assistance.


      5. Define the use of function, control, and shortcut keys.


      6. Manipulate the screen display of drawing.


      7. Use a template to start a new drawing.


      8. Open an existing drawing.


      9. Save a drawing.


      10. Plan an AutoCAD drawing.


      11. Use the AutoCAD wizard to begin a drawing.


      12. Start a drawing from scratch.


   B. Hardware:


      1. Use the keyboard and an input device to select commands, enter


text, and pick locations on the screen


      2. Use the draw and modify commands to create and modify geometry.


      3. Use the proper commands to change drawing settings





II. Command language needed to construct entities.


   A. Use the Cartesian Coordinate System to create accurate geometry.


   B. Use the draw commands to create geometry.


   C. Set, modify, and use drawing aids to create a drawing.


   D. Use the PLINE and command to draw objects.


   E. Use object snapmodes, running and continuous, and overrides, to


create precision drawings.


   F. Manipulate the screen display of the drawing.


   G. Duplicate objects using Mirror; Array; and the Offset commands.


   H. Add hatching to a drawing.


   I. Modify existing hatching within a drawing.





III. Command language needed to edit entities.


   A. Use modify commands to modify geometry.


   B. Use commands to change drawing settings.


   C. Make selection sets for selection objects.


   D. Use the Properties window, CHPROP/DDCHPROP commands and Matchprop to


change layers, colors, linetypes, and lineweights.


   E. Use GRIPS to modify objects.





IV. Drawing entities, dimension, text, on layers.


   A. Create and manage drawing layers.


   B. Draw objects with different colors, linetypes, and lineweights.


   C. Use text and text editing commands to create and modify text in


drawing.


   D. Create and edit Dimensions, and Dimension Styles.





V. Using the INQUIRY commands.


   A. Use AutoCAD's Inquiry commands: List; Dist; Area; ID.





VI. Copy, delete, list and rename files.


   A. Locate AutoCAD files using search functions.


   B. Determine the status of drawing parameters.





VII. Create symbols and use them in the same drawing.


   A. Create and manipulate Blocks.


   B. Insert symbols into a drawing file.





VIII. Create, maintain and plot drawing files.


   A. Set up a plotter or printer and plot a drawing.


   B. Remove unused Dimension Styles, layers, blocks, linetypes, Mlstyles,


and text styles.


   C. Select a plotting device and modify a plotting device


configuration.


   D. Calculate scale factors based on drawing scale.


   E. Plot a drawing from Paper Space at a designated scale.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I.  AutoCAD Work Environment 
  A. Load AutoCAD software. 
  B. Describe the AutoCAD graphics window and user interface. 
  C. Explain the function and components of dialog boxes. 
  D. Select and use the various keyboard and function keys and identify their command equivalents. 
  E. Use the HELP command and other on-line services for assistance. 
II. Drawing Set Up. 
  A. Set up drawing parameters to begin a new drawing. 
  B. Select appropriate drawing units. 
  C. Explain and use drawing aids: ortho, snap, grid, coordinate display. 
  D. Save drawing file and access existing drawing files. 
  E. End drawing session and exit software. 

III. Line Entities   
  A. Use Direct Distance Entry for drawing lines. 
  B. Enter absolute, relative, and polar coordinates for line construction. 
  C. Erase and restore lines. 
  D. Explain and use selection set options. 
  E. Describe the difference between verb/noun and noun/verb entity selection. 
  F. Undo and redo commands. 

IV. Display Controls 
  A. Zoom selected drawing areas to magnify details. 
  B. Describe the difference between a screen redraw and a screen regeneration. 
  C. Use Pan command to change the viewing area. 
  D. Invoke and navigate the Aerial View window. 
  E. Save, recall, and delete named view. 
  F. Divide the graphic window into multiple viewports. 

V. Layers and Properties 
  A. Select and use colors and linetypes available in AutoCAD. 
  B. Create and manage drawing layers. 
  C. Change the properties of existing entities. 
  D. Purge unused linetypes and layers from drawing file. 

VI. Draw Commands 
  A. Draw curved objects using the CIRCLE, ARC, ELLIPSE, and DONUT commands. 
  B. Construct multi-sided shapes using the PLINE, RECTANG, and POLYGON. commands.  
  C. Explode multi-sided shapes into individual line segments. 
  D. Create angled and rounded corners using CHAMFER and FILLET commands. 
VII. Object Creation Techniques 
  A. Select entities at precise points using object snap modes. 
  B. Use X and Y point filters to locate and project features and views. 
  C. Select and use POINT entities. 
  D. Divide and measure selected entities using the DIVIDE and MEASURE commands. 
  E. Offset an object at a specified distance or through a point to create a new object. 

VIII. Inquiry Commands 
  A. Display the XYZ coordinates of a selected point. 
  B. Find the true distance between two points. 
  C. Obtain the angle between two points. 
  D. Calculate the area and perimeter of an object or shape. 
  E. List the database information for selected entities. 
  F. Display the date and time statistics of a drawing. 
IX. Annotation Commands 
  A. Add annotation, including special character code, to drawings. 
  B. Create text with a specified height, orientation, slant, and width factor. 
  C. Modify and move existing text. 

X. Modify Commands 
  A. Modify existing objects using TRIM and EXTEND commands. 
  B. Break an object at selected points. 
  C. Move, rotate, scale and stretch existing objects. 
  D. Use the change property commands to modify line endpoints and the size of circles. 
  E. Create a mirror image of an object. 
  F. Make one or more copies of selected entities. 
  G. Perform various polyline editing operations. 
  H. Use grips to modify entities. 
  I. Edit a selected entity using a dialog box. 

XI. Dimension Commands 
  A. Add linear, angular, radial, and ordinate dimension to drawings.  
  B. Use dimension variables to control the appearance and format of dimensions. 
  C. Create centerlines through arcs and circles. 
  D. Use leaders to place feature callouts. 
  E. Modify and update existing dimensions. 
  F. Create and use dimension styles. 
XII. Hatch Commands 
  A. Hatch a closed area with a specified hatch pattern, angle, and spacing. 
  B. Edit existing hatched areas. 
  C. Construct polylines form the boundaries of objects. 

XIII. Print Commands 
  A. Prepare drawing to print. 
  B. Print a drawing to a designated scale. 

XIV. Block Commands   
  A. Create, insert, and redefine a block. 
  B. Create, insert, and redefine a wblock. 
  C. Save a block to disk. 

XV. Space Environment Creation 
  A. Describe the difference between models space and paper space. 
  B. Define and use floating viewports. 
  C. Create and manage viewport-specific layers.

XVI. Incorporation of Sustainability
  A. Describe what sustainability is.
  B. Describe some Autodesk software products that incorporate it.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Descriptive Geometry and Primary Auxiliary View


   A. List and identify the different types of lines.


   B. List and identify the different types of planes.


   C. Draw the true length of a line using a primary auxiliary view


   D. Draw the point view of a line using a primary auxiliary view.


   E. Draw the edge-view of a surface using a primary auxiliary view.  


   F. Draw the true-size shape of a surface using primary auxiliary


views.


   G. Draw the slope and bearing of a strata of underground mineral.


   H. Draw and measure the strike of an ore deposit.


   I. Draw the plan and profile of a dam or roadway which shows soil, cut


and fill requirements.


   J. Draw the plan and profile which shows stations of storm sewer


manholes, grade and or slope of pipe lines, and elevations.





II. Descriptive Geometry and Successive Auxiliary Views


   A. Measure the angle between two (2) dihedral planes, using successive


auxiliary views, when the intersecting line of the two (2) planes is


oblique.


   B. Measure the true-length distance between a line and a point, using


successive auxiliary views, when the line is oblique.


   C. Measure the shortest distance between two (2) skewed lines, and


state the angular relationship of the lines, using successive auxiliary


views, when both line segments are oblique (by the line and plane


methods).


   D. Measure the true angle between a line and a plane, using successive


auxiliary views, when both are oblique (by the line and plane methods).





III. Drawing and Modeling Intersections and Developments


   A. Draw the intersection of a right cone and another geometric shape.


   B. Draw the transition shape of a cylinder and a rectangle.


   C. Draw orthographic, first angle views of a sheet metal part that


includes two geometric shapes.


   D. Draw the flat pattern layout of intersecting sheet metal geometric


shapes.


   E. Build a geometric model of multiple geometric shape intersecting.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Introduction To Software Package
   A. List typical applications.
   B. List advantages of typical applications.
   C. Define software terms.
   D. List conventions.
   E. List reference materials and how to reference them.

II. Software Structure
   A. Launch the software.
   B. Describe keyboard functions.
   C. List and describe menus.
   D. List and describe toolbars.
   E. Access the on-line help.

III. Commands
   A. Define software commands.
   B. Describe each software function.
   C. Identify the syntax of a typical command including prompts and
defaults.
   D. Use each command to create or edit objects.

IV. Projects
   A. Set-up drawings using appropriate commands.
   B. Manage files using built-in file manager or a separate file manager
program.
   C. Save drawings for future use.
   D. Plot drawings.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Building Information Modeling - BIM


   A. Explain traditional architectural documentation.


   B. Compare BIM to Computer Aided Drafting - CAD.


   C. Define 3-D parametric design.


   D. List BIM advantages.


   E. List BIM disadvantages.


   F. Explain systems, components and in-place families/elements.


   G. Define model categories.


   H. Define annotation categories.


   I. Explain the different file extensions.





II. Software Interface


   A. Explain the Ribbon interface.


   B. Define and list the basic tabs.


   C. Define and list the basic panels.


   D. Define and list the basic tools.


   E. Explain the Project Browser.


   F. Explain Type Selector.


   G. Describe the application menu.


   H. Describe the quick access toolbar.


   I. Explain the Status Bar.


   J. Explain the View Control Bar.


   K. Explain the Help tool.





III. Model Interpretation


   A. Use the navigating tools to view the model.


   B. Use the Project Browser to view and obtain data from the model.


   C. Access element properties to extract data from the model.


   D. Explain the data available in the instance properties.


   E. Explain the data available in the type properties.


   F. Use the View Control Bar to view the model.


   G. Access schedules to obtain data from the model.


   H. Use the section tool to view the model and extract data.





IV. Basic Model Tools


   A. Explain and use the level and grid tools.


   B. Explain and use basic walls modeling tools.


   C. Explain and apply basic floor modeling tools.


   D. Explain and apply basic roof modeling tools.


   E. Explain and insert doors and windows elements.


   F. Explain and insert components.


   G. Explain and apply basic stairs and rails modeling tools for straight


stairs.





V. Selection Methods


   A. Use the pick method.


   B. Apply the multiple selection method.


   C. Explain and apply adding and removing elements.


   D. Explain and use the tab selection Chain.





VI. Basic Edit Tools


   A. Use the grip editing tools.


   B. Edit using temporary dimensions.


   C. Use the pick and drag method to edit elements.


   D. Use the flip control editing tool.


   E. Use the proper tool to align elements.


   F. Use the proper tool to trim elements.


   G. Use the proper tool to divide an element.





VII. Documentation


   A. Create views to print.


   B. Prepare sheets from a template to print.


   C. Use the dimension tools to place dimensions on a view.


   D. Use the annotation tools to place notes and text on a view.


   E. Use the print tools to print a sheet.





VIII.  JCCC CAD Lab Procedures


   A. Explain and use the proper JCCC log-in procedures.


   B. Explain and use the proper JCCC network procedures.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Parametric Modeling Fundamentals 
  A. Define parametric modeling. 
  B. Identify inventor project file content 
  C. Create a rough sketch 
  D. Create a base solid feature 
  E. View objects in standard orthographic views 
  F. View objects in standard perspective views 

II. Solid Geometry Concepts 
  A. Identify correct modeling strategy. 
  B. Identify and use binary tree 
  C. Create a solid geometric shape 
  D. Create a cut feature 

III. Parametric Constraint Fundamentals 
  A. Define drawing constraints 
  B. Define drawings relations 
  C. Display existing drawing constraints 
  D. Delete existing drawing constraints 
  E. Identify over-constraining 
  F. Identify driven dimensions 
  G. Apply geometric and dimensional constraint to a drawing 

IV. Geometric Construction Tools 
  A. Create a 2D sketch 
  B. Edit a 2D sketch by dragging sketched entities 
  C. Apply dimensions to features 
  D. Redefine a sketch and profile

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. SketchUp Interface

A. Find, download and launch the software.

B. Demonstrate how to use the drawing field, dialogue boxes and context menus.

C. Customize the interface.

D. Utilize the inference engine.

E. Find the toolbars and demonstrate how to use the navigation tools.

F. Utilize the Help Center and free online resources.

II. Floor Plans and Models

A. Model new floor plans.

B. Model floor plans from imported images.

C. Model floor plans from AutoCAD files.

D. Apply styles to the model.

E. Apply shades and shadows to the model.

III. Extension Warehouse (EW)

A. Access the EW directly and through the software interface.

B. Locate specific extensions.

C. Download and install extensions through the software.

D. Download and install extensions manually.

E. Find the extension toolbars.

IV. Customize Premade Content

A. Find premade content from various sources.

B. Evaluate premade content for suitability into and outside the model.

C. Download premade content from the Trimble Warehouse.

D. Use editing tools on premade content.

E. Use components to maximize modeling efficiency.

F. Use dynamic components to maximize editing efficiency.

V. Apply realistic colors and textures

A. Find paint RGB (Red Green Blue) values and create paint swatches with the RGB feature.

B. Import textures.

C. Scale imported textures.

D. Import photographs to photo-match the model.

VI. Model with Groups and the Outliner

A. Manage "stickiness" (fusion) with groups.

B. Edit groups.

C. Access the Outliner.

D. Access model groups and components with the Outliner.

E. Create, name and delete layers.

F. Move content to different layers via the Entity Info box.

VII. Real-Life Terrain Information

A. Access Google Earth from the interface.

B. Find a specific property on Google Earth.

C. Import a property swatch into the model.

D. Scale the property swatch to the model.

E. Use SketchUp Sandbox tools.

VIII. Model Presentation

A. Make scenes of different views and properties.

B. Export an animation of the model.

C. Export a .jpg of the model.

D. Export an .stl file for 3D printing.

E. Use printing software to send a model to a 3D printer.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Solid Models with 123D Design

A. Download and launch the desktop software.

B. Maneuver around the interface.

C. Utilize construction and editing tools on new and premade models.

D. Sketch and extrude sketches to make solids.

II. Solid Models with 123D Tinkercad

A. Launch Tinkercad.

B. Manipulate primitive shapes.

C. Utilize work planes to build on and combine shapes.

D. Generate new forms with the Shape Generator.

E. Send an .stl file to a service bureau.

III. Reality Capture Models with 123D Catch

A. Download the software to a compatible mobile device.

B. Photograph a subject.

C. Upload the photos to the cloud and retrieve the model.

D. Edit the model in 123D Catch Desktop.

E. Edit the model in 123D Catch Web app.

IV. Cutting patterns with 123D Make

A. Download and launch the 123D Make Desktop.

B. Import an .stl file.

C. Create different cutting patterns of one .stl file using different techniques.

V. Construction Drawings from a 123D Design File

A. Utilize 123D Design’s LayOut feature to make construction documents.

B. Retrieve a .dwg file from the cloud.

C. Import the .dwg file into AutoCAD.

D. Import the .dwg file into Autodesk 360 and maneuver around the interface.

E. Generate construction drawings with Autodesk 360.

VI. Model Manipulation with 123D Meshmixer.

A. Import .stl files made with Design and Catch into Meshmixer.

B. Analyze the .stl files for printability.

C. Combine .stl files.

D. Send a printable file to MakerBot Desktop.

VII. 3D Model Printing

A. Download and launch MakerBot Desktop software.

B. Explore the interface.

C. Choose the settings for the physical model.

D. Set up a MakerBot 3D printer.

E. Send the file to a MakerBot 3D printer.

VIII. Create a CNC file.

A. Launch the web-based 123D CNC Utility.

B. Maneuver around the interface.

C. Generate a file for a CNC router.

D. Export the file and send it to a service bureau.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Interpreting Residential Drawings 
  A. Explain how the theory of orthographic projection relates to architectural drawings.   
  B. Explain line hierarchy. 
  C. Interpret dimensions. 
  D. Interpret information on supporting schedules. 
  E. Explain common symbols and abbreviations. 

II. Interpreting Plans Using NKBA Guidelines. 
  A. Interpret HVAC/mechanical plans.  
  B. Interpret plumbing plans. 
  C. Interpret electrical plans. 
  D. Read and interpret kitchen and bath drawings and schedules. 

III. Drafting Architectural Drawings 
  A. Draw with manual drawing tools and scales) and demonstrate proper usage of the drafting equipment. 
  B. Draw orthographic views of floor plans, interior elevations, sections and details.
  C. Draw on vellum with graphite and ink. 
  D. Draw typical architectural schedules. 
  E. Explain dimensioning standards used on different types of drawings. 
  F. Dimension architectural drawings using proper dimension standards. 
  G. Dimension millwork drawings using NKBA standards. 
  H. Explain the difference between orthographic drawings and perspective, isometric, and oblique drawings. 

IV. Building Construction 
  A. Explain the terminology for the major parts of a house. 
  B. Identify steel, wood and concrete construction. 
  C. Interpret the symbols used to describe building materials.
  D. Identify good and poor building materials from a Best Management Practices (BMP) point of view. 

V. Industry References 
  A. List reference manuals that are commonly accepted as industry standards. 
  B. Specify information using industry standard reference manuals.
  C. Specify references for sustainability BMPs. 

VI. Orthographic Projection 
  A. Explain the theory of orthographic projection. 
  B. Solve and draw 2-D views of 3-D objects using orthographic projection. 
  C. Explain the use of specific linetypes and draw objects using the proper linetype.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Temporary Fasteners
   A. Specify minimum thread engagement for threaded fasteners.
   B. Write a bottom tap and plug tap specification (metric and U.S. customary).
   C. Specify machining processes for different fastener heads.
   D. Identify grades of fasteners.
   E. State a thread specification to join multiple work-pieces with 
one fastener.
   F. Draw and specify the machining requirements to key a shaft to a hub rotationally.
   G. Draw and specify the machining requirements to join a tapered key to a shaft.

II. Manufacturing Materials
   A. Define carbon steel.
   B. Define alloy steel.
   C. Write the specifications for heat treatment processes.
   D. Select tool steel for a specific application.
   E. Describe the properties of alloy, and carbon steel.
   F. Define the characteristics of tool steel.
   G. Specify commercially available manufacturing components.

III. Castings
   A. List five casting process and their advantages and disadvantages.
   B. Define drawing and manufacturing terms related to castings.
   C. Describe the forming process known as powder metallurgy.
   D. List considerations of casting and powder metallurgy design.
   E. Draw a casting and machine-casting drawing.
   F. Specify surface finish requirements based on specific capital equipment.
 
IV. Cams and Linkage
   A. Draw, dimension, and tolerance a face cam.
   B. Draw and dimension a displacement diagrams.
   C. Define linkage terms, and calculate.
   D. Plot the paths of two linkages.
   E. Identify common linkage schematic drawing symbols
   F. Calculate vector quantities of force, displacement, velocity, 
and acceleration for a machine element.
   G. Resolve linkage vectors.
   H. Calculate linkage instant centers.
 
V. Jigs and Fixtures
   A. Describe how jigs and fixtures are used in industry.
   B. List the factors that influence jig and fixture design.
   C. List manufactures of commercially available jig and fixture components.
   D. Select a commercially available jig or fixture component.
   E. Describe a workpiece.
   F. Select locating datums.
   G. Select clamping devices.
   H. Calculate fits for mating parts of a jig or fixture.
   I. Design, draw, dimension, and tolerance a fixture for a specific workpiece.
   J. Assign geometric and true position tolerances to a jig or workpiece.
 
VI. Gages
   A. Identify types of gages.
   B. Calculate gauging surface limits based on the rule of 1 and 10.
   C. Identify manufactures of gage products.
   D. Select a commercially available gage product.
   E. Draw and specify correct tolerance dimensions for a gage.

VII. Sustainability in Manufacturing
   A. Define sustainability in manufacturing.
   B. Identify non-sustainable vs. sustainable methods.
   C. Describe the benefits of sustainable manufacturing.
   D. Apply sustainable methods of manufacturing.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Introduction to Civil Drafting
   A. List responsibilities related to civil drafting.
   B. Describe employment opportunities for civil drafters.
   C. Explain how a civil engineering office is organized.
   D. Describe how a typical civil engineering project is executed.
   E.  Discuss trends in civil drafting and their future impact.

II. Basic Surveying Procedures
   A. Describe the duties of members of a survey crew.
   B. Define the different types of land surveys.
   C. Identify and explain the purpose of various surveying instruments,
such as, transit, theodolite, dumpy level, autolevel, EDM, total station,
data collector, tape, leveling rod, prism, and plumb bob.
   D. Describe how horizontal and vertical distances are established.
   E. List factors that influence measured distances and how to make
corrections.
   F. Interpret field notes for taking horizontal distance measurements.
   G. Define station angle, deflection angle, interior angle, exterior
angle, azimuth, bearing, true north, magnetic north, vertical angle and
zenith angle.
   H. Describe how angle measurements are taken.
   I. Identify sources of error in angle measurements.
   J. Interpret field notes of angle measurements.
   K. Describe the procedures used in differential leveling.
   L. Demonstrate how to balance field notes from a differential level
circuit.
   M. Describe basic field operations in running a traverse.
   N. Interpret traverse data in a field book.
   O. Perform traverse adjustments using manual and computer methods.

III. Introduction to Map Drafting
   A. Identify standard map symbols and abbreviations.
   B. Set up a map legend.
   C. Produce a location map for a civil engineering project.
   D. Distinguish between new work and existing features.
   E. Use appropriate units of measure for project drawings.
   F. Describe the components of a set of project drawings.
   G. Produce a key map for a civil project.
   H. Draw property map from field survey data.

IV. Property Surveys and Legal Descriptions
   A. List and explain terms relating to legal land descriptions.
   B. Describe the U.S. Public Land Survey System.
   C. Define section, township, range, principle meridian and base line as
used with the USPLS.
   D. List subdivisions of a USPLS section of land.
   E. Interpret legal descriptions written for USPLS subdivisions, metes &
bounds and lot    and blocks.
   F. Define right-of-way, including its purpose, how it is obtained, who
owns it and how it is shown on a drawing.

V. Topographic Maps
   A. Describe common features of a topographic map.
   B. Interpret contour lines.
   C. Describe characteristics of USGS quadrangle maps.
   D. Describe various field methods used to perform topographic surveys.
   E. Draw contour map from field data.

VI. Plan and Profile Drawings
   A. Read and calculate bearings.
   B. Apply stationing to map centerlines.
   C. Determine station distances and adjustments.
   D. Calculate grades and slopes.
   E. Determine appropriate drawing scales.
   F. Explain the purpose of bench marks.
   G. Explain horizontal alignment on a plan view.
   H. Define terms associated with horizontal curves.
   I. Calculate horizontal curve values from appropriate data.
   J. Explain vertical alignment on a profile view.
   K. Define terms associated with vertical curves.
   L. Calculate vertical curve values from appropriate data.
   M. Interpret plan and profile views of roadway alignment.
   N. Produce plan and profile drawings of a civil engineering project.

VII. Cross-sections
   A. Describe typical cross-sectional views of a roadway.
   B. Define profile grade point, profile grade line, cut section, fill
section, crown, superelevation and transition.
   C. Describe the relationship between cross-sections and plan and
profile views.
   D.  Draw cross-sectional views for proposed roadway.

VIII. Earthwork
   A. Describe how cut and fill operations are used to construct a
roadbed.
   B. Explain the use of a borrow pit.
   C. Describe basic subsoil characteristics important to cut and fill
operations for roadbed construction.
   D. Explain shrinkage factors.
   E. Evaluate end areas showing earthwork quantities.
   F. Describe how to adjust roadway alignment to balance cut and fill.
   G. Describe how a mass diagram is used.

IX. Drainage Maps
   A. Explain the rational for storm water drainage.
   B. Explain the basic principles used in drainage design.
   C. Identify significant physical features shown on a drainage map.
   D. Describe flow lines, channels, channel changes, pipe culverts, box
culverts, and manholes.
   E. Identify types of drainage structures typically found in a set of
road plans and describe how they are presented.
   F. Describe the format for showing cross-sections of drainage
structures.
   G. Produce a set of civil drawings that include appropriate drainage
structures.

X. Computers in Civil Drafting
   A. Describe the impact of computers and electronic survey equipment on
surveying/civil drafting.
   B. Describe field-to-finish surveying.
   C. Describe civil engineering applications that are typically performed
using a microcomputer.
   D. List various software programs for the PC used in civil drafting
along with their appropriate applications.
   E. Use CAD and civil applications software to produce civil engineering
drawings for class projects.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Creating and Controlling Selection Sets
   A. Learn about Object Selection Settings.
   B. Define available options when prompted to Select Objects.
   C. Use the SELECT command.
   D. Understand the role Grips play in selection sets.
   E. Use Shift-click to remove objects from a selection set.
   F. Practice selecting individual objects in Groups.

II. Filtering Objects and Layers
   A. Learn how to access the Object Selection Filters dialog box.
   B. Select object types and properties.
   C. Save a named selection set.
   D. Apply object filters.
   E. Query a layer list.
   F. Learn how to use wildcards when creating filters.

III. Controlling the AutoCAD Environment
   A. Review the Preferences dialog box and tab options.
   B. Adjust settings in the tabs found in the Preferences dialog box.
   C. Save the preferences settings as a Preferences Profile.
   D. Export a Preferences Profile to disk.
   E. Review, access and change system variables.

IV. Creating and Controlling Blocks and Attributes.
   A. Review the features of creating, inserting, exploding, and
redefining blocks.
   B. Use CUTCLIP and PASTCLIP to create and insert blocks.
   C. Review standard working practices for using blocks.
   D. Create, edit, and extract attributes.
   E. Insert drawings and blocks into drawing using the AutoCAD Design
Center.
   F. Use a symbol library of existing blocks.
   G. Create a template file for the storage of block attribute date.
   H. Extract attribute values to create a bill of materials.
   I. Create a drawing file using the WBLOCK command.

V. Managing External References
   A. Attach and detach external references.
   B. Attach external references using the overlay option. 
   C. Discuss binding external references.   
   D. Update an existing external reference.
   E. istinguish between attached and overlaid external references.
   F. Display attached xrefs using the List View and Tree View option.
   G. Manage external references and their path locations.
   H. Use VISRETAIN to maintain layer property consistency.
   I. Define the function of external references.
   J. Reference an existing drawing into the current drawing using the
XREF command.
   K. Bind external references and selected dependent objects to a
drawing.
   L. Use the AutoCAD Design Center to attach external references.
   M. Use external references to create a multiview drawing layout..
   N. Control the display of layers in viewports using the Layer
Properties Manger dialog box.
   O. Use the XCLIP command to clip an externally reference drawing.

VI. Raster Images
   A. Attach a raster image into an AutoCAD drawing.
   B. Change the display order of the objects in the drawing.
   C. Define a clip boundary for the image.
   D. Edit the image properties, including Fade and Transparency.

VII. AutoCAD Drawing Environments
   A. Identify the concepts behind paper space and model space.
   B. Compare tiled and floating viewports.
   C. Create multiple viewports in model space.
   D. Create multiple viewports in Paper space.
   E. Use paper space to plot views with different scales.
   F. Use linetypes in paper space.
   G. Dimension geometry in model space and paper space.
   H. Define the terms model space and paper space

VIII. Advanced Plotting
   A. Print and plot a drawing
   B. Set up layouts using title blocks and viewports
   C. Create new viewports in a layout tab. 
   D. Manage layout tabs.
   E. Select a plotting device and modify a plotting device configuration
   F. Explain plot styles, plot style tables, and plot style modes
   G. Create and modify plot styles and plot style tables
   H. Assign plot styles to drawings, layers, and objects
   I. Select the proper plot settings to produce scaled drawings.
   J. Calculate scale factors based on the drawing scale.
   K. Explain keys to efficient plotting

IX. Data Management
   A. Review concepts and applications of AutoCAD's Internet publishing
capabilities.
   B. Learn to share CAD information with import, export and previous
release file interoperability.
   C. Use search options to locate existing drawing by time and location.
   D. Discuss CAD related file types including DWG, DXF and DWT.

X. Isometric drawing.
   A. Use the AutoCAD tools necessary to draw isometric drawings.
   B. Create a text style and place it on the proper ISOPLANE.
   C. Create dimensions on the proper ISOPLANE.
   D. Use the oblique dimension setting to create isometric appearing
dimensions.

XI. Dimension styles.
   A. Edit the settings in a dimension style.
   B. Create and save a new dimension style.

XII. Text files used by AutoCAD.
   A. Edit the aliases in the PGP file.
   B. Define the areas of the menu file.
   C. Describe the use of a script file to control operation in AutoCAD.
   D. Describe the use of a script file to show slides. 

XIII. Advanced locating methods.
   A. Use point filters to locate positions in space.
   B. Use direct distance to location positions in space.
   C. Use point acquisition snaps to locate points in space.  

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Wood Construction Systems

A.    Identify common residential framing systems.

B.     Identify and describe post-and-beam construction.

C.     Draw a typical residential wall section.

D.    Define and calculate roof pitch.

II. Construction Materials and Symbols

   A. Identify the symbol for concrete block.

   B. Identify the symbol for poured-in-place concrete.

   C. Identify the symbol for brick.

   D. Identify the symbol for glass.

   E. Identify the symbol for gypsum board.

   F. Identify the symbol for stone.

   G. Identify the symbol for metals.

    H. Describe common residential uses of concrete.

    I. Describe the purpose of footings and foundations.

   J. Describe the items that affect footing depth.

   K. Describe typical reinforcement used in concrete.

III. Architectural Drawings

   A. Dimension masonry construction with standard dimension style.

   B. Dimension wood frame construction with standard dimension style.

IV. Window and Door Details and Schedules

   A. Draw window and door details.

   B. Produce door and window schedules.

V. Stair Details

   A. Calculate the rise and run  needed for a flight of stairs.

   B. Draw stair details.

VI. Industry References and Regulatory Agencies

   B. Use the Architectural Graphic Standards reference book.

   C. Use the International Residential Code book.

   D. Research city or county building codes.

VII. Commercial or Residential Construction Drawings

   A. Draw site plans.

   B. Draw floor plans.

   C. Draw structural plans.

   D. Draw electrical plans.

   E. Draw mechanical plans.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Introduction To Software Package


   A. List industry applications.


   B. List advantages for typical applications as compared to traditional


methods.


   C. Describe differences from standard or previous CAD programs.


   D. Define software terms.


   E. List conventions used in the application of the software.


   F. List reference materials and how to access them.





II. Software Structure


   A. Launch the software.


   B. Describe keyboard functions.


   C. List and describe menus.


   D. List and describe toolbars.


   E. Access the on-line help.





III. Commands


   A. Define software commands.


   B. Describe each command function.


   C. Identify the syntax of a typical command including prompts and


defaults.


   D. Use each command to create or edit objects.





IV. Projects


   A. Set-up project drawings using appropriate commands.


   B. Manage files using built-in file management or a separate file


manager program.


   C. Save drawings for future use.


   D. Plot drawings.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Advanced BIM Applications
  A. List industry applications.
  B. List advantages for typical applications as compared to traditional methods.
  C. List reference materials and how to access them.
 
II. Current Software Interface
  A. Explain the current software interface.
  B. List and describe advanced tools syntax.
  C. Access the on-line help and models resources.
 
III. Advanced Modeling Elements
  A. Apply advanced tools to create and edit advanced modeling elements:
     1. Walls
     2. Floors
     3. Ceilings
     4. Roofs
  B. Use advanced tools to create and edit sections and details.
  C. Apply tools to create schedules used for a commercial building.
  D. Explain and create a basic family model with parameters.
 
IV. Commercial Projects
  A. Create commercial architectural project drawings using appropriate commands.
  B. Manage files using built-in file management or a separate file manager program.
  C. Plot drawings.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Introduction to Civil 3D
  A. List industry applications.
  B. List advantages for typical applications as compared to traditional methods.
  C. Define software terms.
  D. List conventions used in the application of the software.
  E. List reference materials and how to access them.
 
II. Software Structure
  A. Launch the software.
  B. Describe keyboard functions.
  C. List and describe menus.
  D. List and describe toolbars.
  E. Access the on-line help.
 
III. Commands
  A. Define software commands.
  B. Describe each command function.
  C. Identify the syntax of a typical command including prompts and defaults.
  D. Use each command to create or edit objects.
 
IV. Projects
  A. Set up civil engineering project drawings using appropriate commands.
  B. Use the civil design process to create civil engineering drawings.
  C. Manage files using built-in file management or a separate file manager program.
  D. Create survey points.
  E. Create a surface from survey data.
  F. Create a topographic map.
  G. Layout a road with both horizontal and vertical curves.
  H. Create a road cross section.
  I. Calculate soil volumes.
  J. Save drawings for future use.
  K Plot drawings.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I.  Parametric Design Software Applications
   A. List industry applications.
   B. List advantages for  parametric applications as compared to traditional methods.
   C. Define software terms.
   D. List design strategies used in the application of the software.
   E. List reference materials and how to access them.
 
II. Software Interface
   A. Launch the software.
   B. Explain the current software interface.
   C. List and describe menus.
   D. List and describe toolbars and panels.
   E. Access the on-line help.
 
III. Commands
   A. Define software commands.
   B. Describe each command function.
   C. Identify the syntax of a typical command including prompts and defaults.
   D. Use commands to create or edit parametric objects.

IV. Advanced Parametric Models.
   A. Describe model construction using the parent/child design relationship.
   B. Apply and modify dimensions using the parent/child relationship.
   C. Create and edit material properties.
   D. Create parts with revolved features.
   E. Create parts with circular patterns and mirrored features.
   F. Create parts that contain lofted or shelled features.
   G. Create parts that contain extruded or swept features.
 
V. Assembly Models
   A. Describe assembly modeling methodologies.
   B. Define assembly constrains.
   C. Apply assembly constrains to a model.
   D. Create a Bill of materials from the assembly model.
   E. Apply basic motion analysis.
 
VI. Projects
   A. Set up mechanical engineering project drawings using appropriate commands.
   B. Use pre-defined sheets and views to create drawings.
   C. Manage files using built-in file management or a separate file manager program.
   D. Use feature based modeling to produce datum features and auxiliary views.
   E. Produce complete drawings with dimensions, linetypes, notations and title blocks.
   F. Set-up a drawing sheet for an assembly model.
   G. Save drawings for future use.
   H. Plot drawings.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Fundamentals of Electricity
   A. Define the electron theory.
   B. List the components of atomic structure.
   C. Define electromotive force.
   D. List sources of electromotive force.
   E. Define electric current.
   F. Define a conductor.
   G. Define resistance.
   H. Define units of electrical measure for current, resistance,  power,
EMF potential.
   I. Define an insulator.
   J. Solve current, voltage, or resistance using Ohm's law.
   K. Explain the relationship between current and magnetism.
   L. Discuss the principle of magnetic flux in and around a conductor and
magnet.
   M. Sketch a single load electrical circuit.
   N. Identify a circuit parallel electric circuit.
   O. Identify a circuit wired in series sketch.
   P. Draw a diagram showing the relation between direct current and
alternating current.
   Q. Describe the effects of a rotating conductor in a magnetic field
with regard to single phase and three phase generators.
   R. List the components of a generator.
   S. List the components of a transformer.
   T. Explain the induction effect in a transformer.
   U. Draw the diagram for each of the four basic voltage utilization of
power (single phase-three wire, three-phase-four wire Wye 208/120)
   V. Sketch the common connections of generators and transformers (Delta
connection, Wye connection).
   W. List the instruments used in measuring electrical values (Volt
meter, Ammeter, Watthour meters).
   X. Define power.
   Y. Define inductance.

II. One-Line Diagrams
   A. Define a one-line diagram.
   B. Describe the purpose of a one-line diagram.
   C. Identify the four basic power systems (radical, primary selective,
secondary selective, primary selective-secondary network).
   D. Identify rating information on power transfer, circuit breaker and
fuses.
   E. Identify notation used on connected loads; motors, heaters, feeder
circuits.
   F. Identify notation used on metering device symbols.
   G. Identify electrical one-line diagram graphic symbols.
   H. Draft a one-line diagram complete with all notation.
   I. Draft the graphic symbols in form of a legend sheet, divided into
specific groupings.
   J. Draft one-line diagrams for the metal clad switchgear, secondary
unit substation (sus), motor control center (mcc), power panels.
   K. Describe the purpose of relaying and metering.
   L. Describe primary feeder cables and typical connections, and
switching of sources.
   M. Describe a unit substation and its transformer.
   N. Describe a power center, voltage rating and typical loads.
   O. Describe a lighting panel board and identify loads shown on panel
boards schedule.
   P. Describe a motor control center and typical loads.

III. One-Line and Relay Diagram
   A. Describe the purpose of a one-line and relay diagram.
   B. List the typical circuits of relay protection found on a one-line
diagram.
   C. Sketch a bushing type current transformer in one-line form.
   D. List three conditions which must be met to synchronize two or more
AC generators.
   E. Define a protective relay and its operating principal.
   F. List the four basic types of constructions used in protective
relay.
   G. Sketch, in one line form, a 3-phase voltmeter connection circuit.
   H. Sketch, in one line form, a 3-phase Ammeter connection circuit.
   I. Sketch, in one line form, a 3-phase Wattmeter connection circuit.
   J. List the metering instruments used to monitor a generator circuit.
   K. List the metering instruments used to monitor a feed circuit.
   L. Define (or describe) a differential relay.
   M. Describe the function of a lockout relay.
   N. Identify and list the protective relays and metering as shown on a
one-line diagram.
   O. Draft a one-line diagram with all meter and relaying device, with a
legend.

IV. Elementary Diagram
   A. Define an elementary diagram.
   B. Identify electrical elementary diagram graphic symbols.
   C. Draft a legend sheet showing the elementary diagram symbols with
notes, divided into specific groupings.
   D. Describe the purpose and use of elementary diagrams.
   E. Describe a relay and its operating principal.
   F. Describe a solenoid and its operating principal.
   G. List the mechanically operated switches.
   H. Sketch and list typical engravings (3) for a two position selector
switch.
   I. Sketch and list typical engravings (3) for a three position selector
switch.
   J. Sketch the power and control circuit as an elementary diagram from
one-line diagram information.
   K. Describe the power circuit of a motor circuit.
   L. Describe the control circuit of a motor circuit.
   M. Describe operation and component required for circuit incorporating
automatic control.
   N. Define a two-wire control circuit.
   O. Describe the operation of a sequential control circuit.

V. Riser Diagram
   A. Define a riser diagram.
   B. Describe the purpose of riser diagrams.
   C. Draft a riser diagram and typical electrical connections.
   D. Identify the different applications (systems) for which riser
diagrams are drawn.
   E. List components shown on telephone riser diagrams.
   F. Identify symbols used on fire alarm riser diagrams.
   G. List the two primary requirements of an emergency electrical
system.
   H. Describe a transfer switch and its operation.
   I. Describe a typical raceway system used in office building.
   J. Compare the circuits shown on a power system riser diagram to a
one-line diagram of the same system by assigning cable number to the
circuits shown on the diagrams.

VI. Sizing Wires, Cables, and Conduits
   A. List the metal commonly used in electrical conductors.
   B. Discuss the wire gauge sizes and standard notations.
   C. List three considerations in sizing conductors.
   D. Select proper conductor size by using published tables.
   E. Calculate conductor size using voltage drop calculation.
   F. Calculate conductor size for single motor load.
   G. Calculate conductor size for branch circuits.
   H. Calculate conductor size for feeder circuits.
   I. Calculate conduit size given conductors run in conduit).

VII. Lighting Layouts
   A. Define lumen.
   B. Define candlepower.
   C. Define footcandle.
   D. Discuss coefficient of utilization.
   E. Discuss maintenance factor in lighting calculations.
   F. List light sources typically found.
   G. Identify lighting layout graphic symbols.
   H. Draft the graphics symbols with notations in the form of a  legend
sheet dividing into logical groupings.
   I. Discuss zonal cavity method of calculating illumination levels.
   J. Calculate the correct lighting load, select commercially available
fixtures and lamps and draft the same using national  electric code
specifications.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Structural Material: Steel
   A. Explain how structural steel is manufactured.
   B. Name structural steel shapes and identify their symbols.
   C. Identify the different types of open-web steel joists.
   D. Identify the different types of trusses and their components.
   E. Describe the types of loads and stresses acting on members.
   F. Name the fastening methods employed in steel construction.
   G. Describe basic steel framing systems.
   H. Describe beam connections and column connections.
   I. Describe steel wall studs and their applications.
   J. Describe lintels and their function.   
 
II. Commercial Steel Structural Systems
   A. Identify commercial framing systems generally used.
   B. Describe framing systems used with prefabricated metal buildings.
   C. Detail welded and bolted connections.
   D. Prepare column schedules.
   E. Prepare structural steel design drawings and details.
   F. Prepare fabrication (shop) drawings.
   G. Prepare bill of materials from structural steel drawings.
 
III. Industrial Steel Structural Systems
   A. Explain long-span framing usage for industrial buildings.
   B. List the characteristics of steel that make it a frequent choice for industrial structures.
   C. Describe the two functions which steel columns may perform.
   D. Describe a bent.
   E. List the common truss types used in industrial construction.
   F. Cite the factors to consider when choosing a particular truss.
   G. Define purlins, girts and struts and describe their uses.
   H. Describe the function of diagonal bracing.
   I. Describe a crane girder and its support system.
 
IV. Structural Material: Wood
   A. Define lumber grades.
   B. Define the categories of softwoods and hardwoods.
   C. Identify types of structural infirmities in wood.
   D. Explain the effect of wood grain on structural properties.
   E. Describe the effects of shrinkage on lumber properties.
   F. Identify actual sizes from nominal lumber sizes.
   G. Define engineered lumber and compare it to regular lumber.
   H. Describe the stresses given in design tables for various grades and species of lumber.
   I. List the advantages and disadvantages of wood trusses to conventional framing.
   J. Describe various fastening devices used with wood connections.
   K. Describe structural glulam and microlam lumber and their uses. 
 
V. Commercial Wood Structural Systems
   A. Name the various wood framing systems for commercial use.
   B. Define the term camber.
   C. List factors to consider when detailing beam connections.
   D. Name the two wood species commonly used in laminated wood.
   E. Describe the layout of individual laminations in glulam members.
   F. Name the various arch and rigid-frame types available.
   G. Describe a hinge connection for arches.
   H. Describe the type of foundation required for arches.
   I. Prepare connection details for laminated wood members.
   J. Describe post-and-beam construction and its applications.
   K. Draw a floor-framing plan.
 
VI. Industrial Wood Structural Systems
   A. List types of installations where wood systems would be advantageous.
   B. List metal fastening devices used for typical wood connections.
   C. Describe lateral ties and their purpose.
   D. Describe diagonal and longitudinal bracing and their purpose.
   E. Explain the purpose of bracing between trusses.
   F. Create drawings and details for a roof truss system.
 
VII. Structural Material: Concrete
   A. Define what concrete is and list its components.
   B. List the factors, which affect the quality of concrete.
   C. Define course and fine aggregates.
   D. Explain the process of consolidating concrete in forms.
   E. List the variables, which affect the strength of concrete.
   F. Describe the slump test and explain its purpose.
   G. Describe the compression test and explain its purpose.
   H. Explain the purpose of steel reinforcement in concrete.
   I. Describe the various steel reinforcement types used with concrete.
   J. Define cast-in-place, precast, and prestressed concrete.
   K. Describe the two types of drawings used for structural concrete systems.
   L. List the commonly used admixtures for concrete and describe their application.
 
 VIII. Commercial Concrete Structural Systems
   A. Describe the purpose of footings and foundations.
   B. Explain how soil bearing capacity affects the design of footings.
   C. Explain how soil pressures affect the design of foundation walls.
   D. Describe the considerations affecting footing depth.
   E. List the different types of footings.
   F. Describe typical reinforcing used in residential foundations.
   G. List the factors to consider in the design of reinforced concrete block walls.
   H. List the factors to consider in concrete floor slab construction
   I. Name various types of concrete framing systems used for commercial construction.
   J. Explain the fire resistive and maintenance qualities of concrete.
   K. Describe the typical drawings required for concrete systems.  
   L. Identify different foundation systems for varying site conditions.
   M. Define grade beams.
   N. Describe marking systems used for concrete structural members.
   O. Create design drawings for a commercial foundation system.
   P. Create a bar placing drawing for a foundation system.
   Q. Prepare a typical beam and column schedule for placing steel reinforcement.
 
IX. Industrial Concrete Structural Systems
   A. Name the common structural framing systems used in industrial construction.
   B. Discuss the impact of moving loads on structural systems.
   C. Describe different types of floor slabs used in industrial construction.
   D. Describe the various joints and connections used in concrete construction.
   E. Describe a typical beam and column schedule for placing steel reinforcement in industrial concrete construction.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Computer Graphic System

A. Identify and explain the different disk drives related to the JCCC system.

B. Identify and explain input and output devices related to the JCCC system.

C. Explain the screen layout.

D. Define a CPU.

E. Identify the functions of the various keyboard symbols and control characters on a computer keyboard.

II. JCCC CAD Lab Procedures

A. Explain and use the proper JCCC log-in procedures.

B. Explain and use the proper JCCC network procedures.

III. Basic Drawing Commands

A. Identify the construction syntax of a typical graphics command.

B. Define the Cartesian coordinate system.

C. Use the Absolute, Relative, Polar coordinate systems and other data entry methods for entering point locations.

D. Create and save a new drawing using the proper commands.

E. Use the LINE, CIRCLE and ARC commands to create objects.

F. Use the GRID and SNAP commands to draw objects.

G. Use the HATCH command to draw objects.

H. Use the PLINE command to draw objects.

I. Use the ELLIPSE, POLYGON, RECTANG and POINT to draw objects.

J. Use the OSNAP commands to draw objects.

K. Use the ZOOM, PAN and VIEW commands to position and scale the displayed image on your screen to a convenient work size.

IV. Basic Editing Commands

A. Use the ERASE command to edit different objects.

B. Use the MIRROR, ROTATE, ARRAY and OFFSET commands to construct and modify objects and patterns of objects.

C. Use the COPY and MOVE commands to modify objects.

D. Use the FILLET and CHAMFER commands to modify objects.

E. Use the DIVIDE and MEASURE command to divide various objects into specific portions.

F. Use the SCALE and STRETCH commands to modify objects.

G. Use the PROPERTIES command to edit objects.

H. Use the TRIM, LENGTHEN, JOIN, BREAK, and EXTEND commands to modify objects.

I. Use the 'Grips' tools to edit objects.

J. Use the PEDIT command to edit plines.

V. Create Symbols

A. Use the BLOCK commands to create symbols.

B. Use the INSERT commands and the DESIGN CENTER to position symbols in a drawing.

C. Use the WBLOCK command to save objects to a drawing.

VI. Dimensioning and Text Commands

A. Use the DIMENSION commands to place various dimensions on a drawing.

B. Use the TEXT commands to create and to place text and notes on a drawing.

C. Use the appropriate commands needed to change the height, width, slant and location of existing text and dimensions.

D. Use the DIMENSION STYLE and TEXT STYLE commands to create styles based on given standards or specifications.

VII. Layer and Linetype Commands

A. Use the LAYER command to make specified layers visible on the graphics display.

B. Use the LAYER command to get information about the current layer status of a drawing.

C. Use the proper command to change objects from one layer to another layer.

D. Construct an object while keeping the drawing, dimensions and the text on separate layers.

E. Use the LINETYPE command to specify different linetypes.

F. Use the proper command that would change the linetype of existing objects.

VIII. Improve Productivity

A. Use the ‘right click’ to access drawing commands and palettes.

B. Use the ‘right click’ to access editing commands and palettes.

IX. Inquiry Commands

A. Use the INQUIRY commands to verify different objects of a drawing.

B. Use the INQUIRY commands to answer specific questions about the size, area, location, or angle of objects.

C. Use the ONLINE HELP feature as a reference resource.

X. Create Hard Copies

A. Use the PLOT command to set up and use a plotter for plotting a drawing.

B. Use the PLOT command to print a copy of the drawing.

C. Use the proper commands to place the drawing on the screen at a desired scale and position for plotting.

XI. File Management

A. Use the current software to copy, list, delete and rename files.

B. Use the proper commands to enter the graphics system.

C. Use the proper commands for assigning a filename.

D. Use the proper commands for exiting from the graphics system.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Work Activities Accomplished On-The-Job
   A. Describe the work related activities accomplished on the job to the
internship Facilitator.
   B.  Discuss in a meeting with the Facilitator and the job Supervisor
the success of the internship.
   C. Prepare a final written report summarizing the learning experience
provided by the internship.

II. The Company
   A. Provide an accurate description of the company's products. 
   B. Provide an accurate description of the services the company
provides.
   C. Provide an accurate description of the task related polices and
procedures at the company.

III. Work Assignments
   A. Meet with the job Supervisor to discuss work related tasks.
   B. Meet with the Facilitator to develop learning objectives for the
work related tasks.
   C. Write the individualized learning objectives for the job-related
tasks.
   D. Perform the job related tasks at the work site.
   E. Maintain an activity log (journal) detailing the job-related tasks.
   F. Maintain a journal of time spent on the job.
   G. Document new learning that is a result of company provided
training.

IV. Application Of Classroom Experience To The Work Place Environment
   A. Use classroom knowledge to complete job-related tasks.
   B. Document the use of classroom knowledge to complete job-related
tasks.
   C. Document new learning that occurs as a result of completing
job-related tasks.

V. Personal And Professional Preparedness For A Career Position
   A. Document the increased personal preparedness for a career resulting
from the internship.
   B. Document the increased professional preparedness for a career
resulting from the internship.

Content Outline and Competencies:

I. Work Activities Accomplished On-the-Job



   A. Describe the work related activities accomplished on the job to the



internship facilitator.



   B. Discuss in a meeting with the facilitator and the job supervisor the



success of the internship.



   C. Prepare a final written report summarizing the learning experience



provided by the internship.







II. The Company



   A. Provide an accurate description of the company's products.



   B. Provide an accurate description of the services the company



provides.



   C. Provide an accurate description of the task-related polices and



procedures at the company.







III. Work Assignments



   A. Meet with the job supervisor to discuss work-related tasks.



   B. Meet with the facilitator to develop learning objectives for the



work-related tasks.



   C. Write the individualized learning objectives for the job-related



tasks.



   D. Perform the job-related tasks at the work site.



   E. Maintain an activity log (journal) detailing the job-related tasks.



   F. Maintain a journal of time spent on the job.



   G. Document new learning that is a result of company-provided



training.







IV. Application of Classroom Experience to the Workplace Environment



   A. Use classroom knowledge to complete job-related tasks.



   B. Document the use of classroom knowledge to complete job-related



tasks.



   C. Document new learning that occurs as a result of completing



job-related tasks.







V. Personal and Professional Preparedness for a Career Position



   A. Document the increased personal preparedness for a career resulting



from the internship.



   B. Document the increased professional preparedness for a career



resulting from the internship.