Computer-Aided Design & Drafting (CADD)

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CADD 1100  4 credits  
Drafting Fundamentals  

Students will set up drawings using CAD software and use geometric construction and appropriate line-types to produce orthographic and pictorial representations of models. They will use drafting fundamentals to complete the various Industry typical drawing techniques and presentations. Students will apply drawing standards and use quality control procedures to complete drawings. They will prepare an assembly drawing in CAD software and produce hand sketches of sections and assemblies. Students will employ computer technology skills for file management and cad software.

Level: UG

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 1110  4 credits  
Summative Project  

Students will follow the design process and use sketches, standards and codes to produce a multi-sheet set of drawings as per building codes and Surrey building permit guidelines that would be suitable for architectural projects. They will produce site and other required plans along with cross sections and elevation drawings. Students will produce schedules. They will select appropriate presentation scales and apply annotation, dimensions and symbols as per industry standards. Students will employ computer technology skills to manage files and external data and identify sustainable materials and fabrication/construction processes.

Level: UG

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 1150  4 credits  
Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) Software  

Students will operate CAD software and apply advanced CAD techniques. They will use CAD software to perform analytical calculations, and to import and export data using external references and other techniques. Students will create three-dimensional (3D) solid models using Sketchup. They will use presentation techniques to create two-dimensional (2D) images and 3D rendered images from 3D models. Students will customize the software user interface. Students will employ computer technology skills for working within an office network.

Level: UG

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 1161  4 credits  
Office Procedures  

Students will use office software with CAD software to exchange data and graphics. They will follow basic office procedures to produce memos, change orders, and follow revision procedures. Students will describe a variety of disciplines in the Drafting/CAD field and prepare a technical report. They will apply geometric, algebraic, and trigonometric functions to solve problems. Students will employ computer technology skills for office software and file management, describe sustainable design and practices, and explain project management procedures. They will apply surveying fundamentals to calculate contours, latitude and departure. Students will use graphic editing software in conjuction with drawings. Note: This course is credit excluded with CADD 1160. Students may enroll in and earn credit for only one of these courses.

Level: UG

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 2100  4 credits  
CADD Graphics and Models: Rendering and Animation  

Students will render 2D graphics and create 2D perspectives. They will apply color, texture and shadows. Students will create digital 3D models, build physical models from common materials and use photo editing software to insert models into photographs. They will import 3D models into rendering and animation software and apply lighting and camera locations. Students will create motion paths, create flythrough paths and create assembly animations. They will give presentations of completed projects.

Level: UG

Prerequisite(s): 16 credits from courses in CADA 12xx level or higher, CADS 12xx level or higher or CADM 12xx level or higher

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 2110  4 credits  
Surveying and Site Work  

Students will apply surveying fundamentals and use surveying equipment to collect coordinates and elevations. They will apply algebra, geometry, trigonometry and introductory calculus to perform surveying calculations. Students will prepare a subdivision drawing and indicate boundaries, access, roads and services. They will indicate contour lines and perform cut and fill calculations. Students will prepare a site layout, determine site grading and drainage, prepare retaining walls and outlines of buildings to complete a site plan drawing. They will use 3D modeling software for Civil applications.

Level: UG

Prerequisite(s): 16 credits from courses in either [(a) CADA 12xx or level or higher] or [(b) CADS 12xx level or higher] or [(c) CADM 12xx level or higher]

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 2160  4 credits  
Professional Practice for Design and Drafting  

Students will explain document control procedures and apply a document change-manage process. They will demonstrate workplace contexts relating to health and safety procedures and the effects of office ergonomics on human physiology. Students will demonstrate ethical principles for design and drafting and apply basic project management principles related to design and drafting.

Level: UG

Prerequisite(s): 8 credits from courses in CADA 12xx or higher and either [(a) 8 credits CADM 12xx or higher] or [(b) 8 credits at the CADS 12xx level or higher]

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 2210  4 credits  
Document Control and Web Portfolio  

Students will explain the need for document control and identify roles and responsibilities in document control. They will categorize types of documents and their purposes and implement document control procedures. Students will set up document control websites, create information websites and create portfolio websites. They will participate in online meetings with document and application sharing. Students will give presentations of completed projects.

Level: UG

Prerequisite(s): 16 credits from courses in either a) CADA b) CADS or c) CADM or CADI

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 2220  4 credits  
Sustainable Design  

Students will develop an awareness of sustainability issues and how they influence sustainable practices in design. They will identify regulatory bodies and their roles, identify environmental impact standards and describe sustainable design certification. Students will evaluate and analyze green design strategies, product lifecycle and sustainable materials and systems through a variety of methods including site visits. They will interpret output from a variety of efficiency testing software and conduct cost-benefit analysis of sustainable practices. Students will incorporate sustainable materials, systems and fabrication/construction processes on a project.

Level: UG

Prerequisite(s): 8 credits from courses in CADA 12xx level or higher and either [(a) 8 credits CADM 12xx level or higher] or [(b) 8 credits at the CADS 12xx level or higher]

Attributes: ASTR, SCIH

CADD 2250  4 credits  
CADD Customization and Networks  

Students will explain the need for CADD customization and identify programming languages used with CADD software. They will determine the appropriate programming language for a variety of CADD custom functions, use programming to customize CADD software and use scripting and macros. Students will explain the fundamentals of operating systems and describe command line interfaces and system utilities. They will install CADD software, set-up multi-user CADD local area network (LAN) with client/server, apply permissions and install printers.

Level: UG

Prerequisite(s): 16 credits in courses from CADA 12xx level or higher, CADM 12xx level or higher, or CADS 12xx level or higher

Attribute: SCIH

CADD 2900  4 credits  
Special Topics in CADD  

Students will engage in an intensive study of a special topic in design and drafting and/or related technology as selected by the instructor. They will research, analyze and demonstrate the theory and application of the selected topic. Students may take this course multiple times for further credit on different topics.

Level: UG

Prerequisite(s): 16 credits from courses in either a) CADA b) CADS or c) CADM or CADI

Attribute: SCIH

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