AutoCad 3 Architectural Drafting

General Technology Description/Standards

  • 1. Demonstrate knowledge of Printing and Print processes.
  • 1a. Understand how to make a rubber or foam stamp and print multiple copies.
  • 1a. Understand how to make a woodcut and print multiple copies.
  • 1b. Understand and make a two colored woodcut or Linoleum print.
  • 1c. Understand and make silk screen prints.
  • 1d. Understand Offset printing.

  • 2. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in Electronic Publishing and Website design.
  • 2a. Understand and use HTML code to create a basic website.
  • 2b. Learn and use Adobe Illustrator to create and edit images for a website
  • 2c. Learn and use Adobe Photoshop to produce graphics for a website
  • 2d. Learn and use advanced Web coding techniques including CSS, PHP and Javascript
  • 2e. Upload and publish a website

  • 3. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in robotics programming.
  • 3a. Follow instructions to build multiple robots out of Lego.
  • 3b. Program robots to do specific tasks.
  • 3c. Design and create original robots and program them.

  • 4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills of injection molding.
  • 4a. Properly prepare molds and parts for injection molding.
  • 4b. Reproduce objects using an injection mold machine.
  • 4c. Create original molds for injection molded reproductions.

  • 4. Understand 3-D CAD and sculpting software
  • 4a. Understand the vocabulary of 3-D software and printing.
  • 4b. Understand and use CAD software to create virtual 3-D objects.
  • 4c. Understand and use sculpting software to create virtual 3-D sculptures.
  • 4d. Understand and use an SLA 3-D printer to make computer generated virtual objects real.

  • 5. Understand and use metal fabrication machines.
  • 5a. Understand software to create pieces for Plasma cutting..
  • 5b. Use PlasmaCam to cut parts to be welded into a 3-d object.
  • 5c. Use Metal Lathe to create prototype parts.
  • 5c. Use Arc, Wirefeed and Gas welders.

  • 6. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in wood working.
  • 6a. Understand safety precautions for wood tools and equipment.
  • 6b. Safely and Accurately make wood projects.

    • Now that students have used Autocad to draw objects they can put that knowledge to use by drawing a house plan.

    First students are asked to do a little homework by sketching out their own house and label each room with approximate dimensions. This is so they have a realistic idea of the size of rooms for the house they design.

    Next, students should sketch out an original house plan on paper with approximate dimensions included and get it approved by the teacher. this could be a Tiny House or a complex full size house. A simple and efficient design like the one shown below could be made as well.

    After their design sketch is approved by the teacher, students can start using Autocad to draw up and dimension their design. Standard conventions should be used to represent doors, windows, cabinets, etc. Click here for a list of standards.

    "Blocks" will be demonstrated as well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKbYyfDM8qg

    Required items in Autocad house plan:
  • 1/4 inch thick walls solid or hatched
  • All Windows and doors
  • Exterior and interior dimensions
  • Room labels
  • Closets
  • Bathrooms (at least one with a tub
  • Utility/laundry room
  • Cabinets, countertops, sinks, toilets, etc.
  • Upper floor loft area if drawing a tiny house.
  • Must include a bedroom. (if bedrooms are upstairs, a second floor plan must be made for the upper floor.)
  • Title block at bottom with Student name, House name, and scale.


    • Evaluation:
    1 point -- Student's home neatly sketched and labeled with room sizes
    2 points -- Original student designed house sketch with dimensions (another example)
    3 points -- Autocad house plan drawn neatly
    4 points -- Includes all required items.
    10 Points Total