Graphics TG201

Draw the Line

Course Outcomes:

	Manipulates and produces images using computer-based drafting
	Communicates ideas graphically using freehand sketching and drafting techniques.
	Produces complex two-dimensional line & symbol images.
	Understands and produces correct orthographic drawings to engineering standards.
	Understands and produces correct isometric drawings from orthographic diagrams .
	Develop skills in designing floor, furniture and landscape plans to architectural standards.
	Applies architectural standard symbols, graphics and dimensions correctly.
	Produced architectural elevations of a simple dwelling.

Drawing is another form of communication, (another language), that is easy to translate no matter what type of national language is spoken

Complete a ‘crating’ technique to produce some freehand sketches
Learn the basic techniques of drawing using computer-aided technology.
Learn different types of line work by completing line exercises
Complete drawings of complex symbols commonly used in industry
Learn how to dimension drawings to Aust. Standards.
Complete orthogonal drawing……top, front and side views and convert isometric drawings to orthogonal engineering drawings
Convert orthographic drawings into isometric drawings
Complete basic house floor plans & elevations

	This package contains information sheets as well as tasks.
	Information pages and tasks can be accessed via the navigation buttons at the left of the page.
	Most Tasks are completed in class. Some exercises are to be completed at home.
	You must complete the tasks in the following order:- Line tasks Orthographic tasks Pictorial tasks Architectural tasks Homework task
	The tasks give you hints on completing the drawings. They do not give you step-by-step instructions. Some information sheets will provide step-by-step instructions.
	*You will need to be able to ‘jump' between the instruction sheets on Internet Explorer and Turbocad.*
	You are expected to read the information sheets and use the information in your drawing.
	You will need an A4 display folder to store completed drawings. After completing a drawing, place it in your display folder for marking.
	Monitor your hard disk space and save drawings frequently.