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K–12 Standards

Computer Aided Drafting and Design (Grades 9-12)

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Computer Aided Drafting and Design 

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    Computer Aided Drafting and Design CADD

    1. 1

      Demonstrate an understanding of the historical and current events related to CADD and the impact on society.CADD.01

      1. a

        Develop a timeline showing important periods that have significance to CADD and explain the impact on society.CADD.01.01

      2. b

        Evaluate current events that have relevance to process digital information.CADD.01.02

      3. c

        Describe the development of graphic language in a digital age.CADD.01.03

      4. d

        Explain the significance of the development Computer Aided Drafting and Design had on society.CADD.01.04

    2. 2

      Analyze the use of current CADD design technology.CADD.02

      1. a

        Apply conventional Computer Aided Drafting and Design processes and procedures accurately, appropriately, and safely.CADD.02.01

      2. b

        Describe physical objects as geometric entities.*CADD.02.02

      3. c

        Describe and demonstrate the process of using a mechanical or electronic caliper accurately as required by the design intent.*(A2)CADD.02.03

      4. d

        Describe and demonstrate the use of graphic communication skills through sketching.*(A3)CADD.02.04

      5. e

        Evaluate and select appropriate method of communication for a given problem.*CADD.02.05

      6. f

        Send and access information through a network.*(A4)CADD.02.06

      7. g

        Express a design of an object as a 3D model.*(A5)CADD.02.07

      8. h

        Export and import images/files in a variety of file formats*(A6)CADD.02.08

      9. i

        Evaluate the choice and placement of dimensions, notes and annotations to clearly communicate design intent.*(A7)CADD.02.09

      10. j

        Revise a design and update finished drawings appropriately.*(A8)CADD.02.10

      11. k

        Identify basic geometric elements (e.g., line, circle, rectangle, sphere, and cube).*(A9)CADD.02.11

      12. l

        Describe objects as geometric entities.*(A1)CADD.02.12

      13. m

        Describe and apply the following basic geometric concepts to building 3D models: tangent and parallel concentric.*(A10)CADD.02.13

    3. 3

      Utilize measurement and annotation systems as they apply to CADD technology design.CADD.03

      1. a

        Explain how the various measurement systems are used in CADD drawings.CADD.03.01

      2. b

        Describe the measurement standards used in the manufacturing industry.CADD.03.02

      3. c

        Determine the proper dimensioning styles for a variety of applications.CADD.03.03

      4. d

        Apply dimensioning to various objects and features.CADD.03.04

      5. e

        Edit a dimension by using various editing methods.CADD.03.05

      6. f

        Demonstrate the processes of lettering and text editing.CADD.03.06

      7. g

        Develop drawings using notes and specifications.CADD.03.07

      8. h

        Demonstrate the methods of creating a title block.CADD.03.08

    4. 4

      Identify, describe, and utilize the basic hardware and operating systems used in CADD.CADD.04

      1. a

        Identify and describe various types of hardware and software.*(B11)CADD.04.01

      2. b

        Identify and describe the purpose of operating system components.*(B12)CADD.04.02

      3. c

        Define and apply computer terminology*(B13)CADD.04.03

      4. d

        View file names of a storage device.*(C14)CADD.04.04

      5. e

        Store, copy, move, and retrieve information to/from various drives.*(C15)CADD.04.05

      6. f

        Rename and backup files*C16)CADD.04.06

      7. g

        Identify the hardware requirements of a given CADD software package.CADD.04.07

    5. 5

      Utilize Proper projection techniques to develop orthographic and pictorial drawings.CADD.05

      1. a

        Understand the commands and concepts necessary for producing drawings through traditional or computer-aided means.CADD.05.01

      2. b

        Understand the orthographic projection process for developing multi-view drawings.CADD.05.02

      3. c

        Differentiate the various techniques for viewing objects.CADD.05.03

      4. d

        Use the concepts of geometric construction in the development of design drawings.CADD.05.04

      5. f

        Create orthographic, isometric, section, and auxiliary views.(E25)CADD.05.06

      6. g

        Explain the Cartesian Coordinate System.*(E20)CADD.05.07

      7. h

        Describe the process for setting and editing drawing elements.*(E21)CADD.05.08

      8. i

        Create and edit line types, colors and layers/levels.*(E22)CADD.05.09

      9. j

        Create and edit basic geometry.*(E23)CADD.05.10

      10. k

        Place and edit text and fonts.*(E24)CADD.05.11

      11. l

        Explain and demonstrate the process for creating orthographic, isometric, section views, and auxiliary view.*CADD.05.12

      12. m

        Place and edit dimensions.*(E26)CADD.05.013

      13. n

        Generate a 2-D multi-view drawing.*(E27)CADD.05.14

      14. o

        Generate a pictorial drawing.*(E28)CADD.05.15

      15. p

        Scale and print hard copy of an output device.*(E29)CADD.05.16

      16. q

        Explain the use and need for scaled drawings.*(E30)CADD.05.17

    6. 6

      Demonstrate use and application of alternate view applications and functions.CADD.06

      1. a

        Identify the function of alternate views.CADD.06.01

      2. b

        Demonstrate the use of cutting planes to clarify hidden features of an object.CADD.06.02

      3. c

        Create and edit construction planes through reference geometry.*(G35)CADD.06.03

      4. d

        Generate/modify geometric components on construction planes.*CADD.06.04

      5. e

        Create a 2-D drawing from a 3-D model.*(G34)CADD.06.05

      6. f

        Create a 3-D model from a 2-D drawing.*(G35)CADD.06.06

    7. 7

      Create assemblies and views in 3-D format.CADD.07

      1. a

        Create an assembly in 3-D geometry.*(F31)CADD.07.01

      2. b

        Create an exploded view of a 3-D assembly.*(F32)CADD.07.02

    8. 8

      Explain and Utilize the concepts of sketching and the sketching process used in preliminary design and development.CADD.08

      1. a

        Produce proportional two- and three-dimensional sketches and designs.CADD.08.01

      2. b

        Use sketching techniques as they apply to a variety of objects.CADD.08.02

      3. c

        Use freehand graphic communication skills to represent conceptual ideas, analysis, and design concepts.CADD.08.03

      4. d

        Explain the purpose of sketching and how it applies to design.CADD.08.04

    9. 9

      Identify various symbols to interpret and read technical drawings.CADD.09

      1. a

        Interpret basic views and dimensions in a working drawing.*(D17)CADD.09.01

      2. b

        Identify geometric tolerance symbols.*(D18)CADD.09.02

      3. c

        Interpret drawings, pictures, and symbols.*(D19)CADD.09.03

    10. 10

      Maintain a portfolio to document knowledge, skills, materials and experience in CADD.CADD.10

      1. a

        Gather educational and work highlights to include in portfolio.CADD.10.01

      2. b

        Organize and provide a compact disc, web site and/or other digital media for use in demonstrating knowledge, skills, and experience.CADD.10.02

      3. c

        Prepare and conduct effective portfolio oral presentation(s).CADD.10.03

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Connecticut Career and Technical Education

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