Walla Walla Community College
Civil Engineering Technology
500 Tausick Way
Walla Walla, WA 99362-9267
509.527.4217 Fax 509.527.1874
October 26, 2011
COURSE SYLLABUS
CET 151
INTRODUCTION TO AUTOCAD
I. COURSE OBJECTIVES: To provide the student with an appreciation of the capabilities and
limitations of the AutoCad program. Course topics include basic AutoCad Level I and some Level II
commands and functions as well as practical applications.
Course Competencies
Starting computer and opening Acad
Use and construct icons for drawing in ACAD
Save, edit and start new drawings
Manage drawing using layers, color and linetypes
Make basic Geometric shapes
Complete Basic CAD drawings, with borders, text and dimensions
Use Paper Space, and Model space
Use and edit TEXT and TEXT styles
Edit drawings with ERASE, OOPS, COPY, EXTEND, TRIM, MIRROR, UNDO REDO and MOVE commands
USE Array, Modify and Hatch
Use Grips, GRID, OSNAP, and Functions keys
Plot drawings in A, B, C, and D sizes to correct scales
Insert Blocks, Files and Raster images into drawings
Create Blocks, Bitmaps and Wblocks
Use Break, Chamfer, Fillet, Measure, Divide, Rotate, Scale, Lengthen and Explode commands
Create, Edit and use Attributes
ABET Criteria:
General:
a. an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of their disciplines,
b. an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science,
engineering and technology,
c. an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve
processes,
d. an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to
program objectives,
f. an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems,
g. an ability to communicate effectively,
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning,
i. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities,
k. a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
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Walla Walla Community College
Civil Engineering Technology
500 Tausick Way
Walla Walla, WA 99362-9267
509.527.4217 Fax 509.527.1874
October 26, 2011
Program Criteria:
a. utilizing graphic techniques to produce engineering documents;
f. employing productivity software to solve technical problems.
II. PREREQUISITES: ENGR& 111 (or CET 141) or Approval of Instructor.
III. TEXT: AutoCAD quick reference guide, Ralph Grabowski
IV. COURSE ORGANIZATION:
ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE FOUND ON THE K: DRIVE. The assignments can be located in the
CET Projects folder on the K: Drive
Week One:
Introduction to Acad
Borders using Paper Space
Attributes
Week two:
Scaling
The Pentigon Drawing
Week Three:
Blocks and WBLOCK.
Layers and Layer Management
Dimensioning and DIMSTYLE
Cushion Plate Drawing
First Mid-term exam
Week Four:
Editing and Modifying Drawings
Stretch Commnad
Modify and Change Cusion Plat
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Walla Walla Community College
Civil Engineering Technology
500 Tausick Way
Walla Walla, WA 99362-9267
509.527.4217 Fax 509.527.1874
October 26, 2011
Week Five:
Rectangular and Polar Arrays
Orchard Drawings
First Practical Exam
Week Six:
Laying out curves
Divide and measure commands
XREF and using Multiple drawings
Week Seven:
Query commands – Area and Distance
Material Properties
Design Platte
Templetes
Section and Isometric Drawing
Second Mid-term Exam
Week Eight:
Motel Drawing
Custom symbols
Second Practical Exam
Week Nine:
Final Motel complex
Week 10:
Oral Presentation and Final Practical
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Walla Walla Community College
Civil Engineering Technology
500 Tausick Way
Walla Walla, WA 99362-9267
509.527.4217 Fax 509.527.1874
October 26, 2011
V. EVALUATION: Students will be evaluated and grades assigned based on their demonstrated
knowledge of the subject matter and their ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of assigned
problems. Mid-term exams will be scheduled at two-week intervals and there will be class assignments.
There will also be a comprehensive Final exam.
The grading weight is as follows:
MILEPOSTS 15%
PRACTICALS 25%
NOTEBOOK 40%
FINAL PRESENTATION 20%
TOTAL 100%
VI. ATTENDANCE: Since a large portion of the material covered in the course is not in the referenced
text, it is essential that students attend class regularly.
VII. ORAL PRESENTATION: Students will be expected to present their final assignment to the class.
The oral report shall will discuss the following aspects of the project:
How the student met the objectives of the assignment.
How the assignment helped the student improve ACAD skills.
What difficulties were encountered during the assignment.
Key points of special interest to the student.
What were the special challenges encountered.
VIII. OFFICE HOURS: Office hours are posted on the Instructor's door for students that need extra
help. The Instructor is not limited to posted office hours for extra help.
IX. NOTEBOOKS: All work shall be submitted in a notebook at designated mile posts and the end of the
quarter. Notebooks may be kept by the instructor and may not be returned to the student. The student
shall do a self assessment that will be part of the notebook.
IX CELL PHONES: Cell phones are thought to be an integral part of the 21rst Century life. They are very
useful, but not indispensable. Cell phone calls can be disruptive and in some cases rude and
inconsiderate. All cell phones shall be turned off during class. No cell phone calls (incoming or outgoing)
are allowed. Students leave the class if their cell phone rings during the class and will not be allowed to
return. The student’s grade will be adjusted accordingly.
X. Homework and drawing submittals: Drawings shall be submitted via email as they
are due.
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