Core Standards of the Course
Strand 1
Students will understand and apply mathematics, measuring conventions, and scale.
Standard 1
Perform basic arithmetic functions using fractions and decimals.
Standard 2
Accurately and efficiently convert between fractions and decimals.
Standard 3
Convert between metric and imperial measurements.
Standard 4
Demonstrate an ability to make and record basic measurements.
Strand 2
Students will be able to create a 3D part model with the correct dimensional and geometric sizes and constraints.
Standard 1
Demonstrate exactness and precision when producing drawing geometry.
Standard 2
Be proficient in the use of terminology associated with 3D drafting and design.
Standard 3
Create proto-types of the model using a 3D printer.
Strand 3
Students will be able to understand and demonstrate the use of correct line types.
Standard 1
Understand and use the recommended thickness of lines.
Standard 2
Understand and correctly employ conventionally used line types.
Strand 4
Students will be able to develop and correctly place sectional views.
Standard 1
Be familiar with and appropriately use section views.
Standard 2
Section lines are evenly spaced and drawn at a 45-degree angle unless a more appropriate angle is justified.
Standard 3
Cutting plane lines, section lines, and break lines are drawn according to the alphabet of lines.
Standard 4
Visible edges, hidden lines, and contours behind the cutting plane are correctly shown.
Strand 5
Students will be able to understand and demonstrate essential tolerancing techniques.
Standard 1
Create limit dimensions.
Standard 2
Describe the nominal size, tolerance, limits, and allowances of two mating parts.
Standard 3
Identify a clearance fit, interference fit, and transition fits.
Standard 4
Describe and use the basic hole and the basic shaft systems.
Standard 5
Dimension two mating parts using limit dimension, unilateral tolerances, and bilateral tolerances.
Standard 6
Specify the classes of fits as required on exercises and drawings.
Strand 6
Students will be able to understand and use 3D computer software to create technical drawings.
Standard 1
Know how to save, open, rename, and move data files using common computer operating system software.
Standard 2
Originate technical drawings using 3D CAD software features.
Standard 3
Add correct annotation to drawings.
Standard 4
Plot to scale and use correct plot specifications.