1. Laboratory 2: Introduction to AutoCAD and Microsoft Project
Created by: Steven W. Cheung

2. Overview Objective Computer Software Sketching Rules Line Types
Drawing Views
Procedure
Written Assignment
Closing

3. Objective Learn basic technical design techniques
Become familiar with engineering design tools such as AutoCAD & MS Project
Use your new knowledge towards your lab and independent design project

4. Computer Software AutoCAD Microsoft Project Computer Aided Design tool
Allows objects to be drawn in 2-D or 3-D
Microsoft Project
Tracks progress of different tasks of the project
Enhances time management skills

5. MS PROJECT Example

6. Sketching Rules Done in pencil No use of rulers Very little detail
Objects represented by blocks
radiators, tables, etc.
Double lines to represent walls
Consider the type of line used
Orthographic projection (for this project)

7. Line Types These are used to identify when creating technical drawings
Construction Line
Hidden Line
Dimension Line
Center Line

8. Drawing Views Orthographic
Shows the exact shape of an object from one side
Depth of the object is unknown
Multiple 2-D drawings used to represent 3-D objects
The three orthographic views we use are top, front, & most detailed side

9. Drawing Views Isometric
All three orthographic views shown in one picture
Creates a sense of depth
Used to represent 3-D objects

10. Procedure
AutoCAD
Read the instructions on page 30 to create a AutoCAD drawing
Use the reference in the Appendix to guide you

11. Procedure
MS Project
Read the instructions on page 33 to create a schedule for your Independent Project
Use the reference sheet starting on page 37 to guide you

12. Written Assignment Print out and hand in the two exercises
AutoCAD Room Drawing (Bart Simpson’s Room)
MS Project Independent Design Schedule
Submit a copy of the house design sketch
Remember to use sketching rules
Write a proposal explaining your house design (1-1/2 double spaced)

13. Closing Each person should have a turn to work with the software
AutoCAD Manual and library of symbols are available if requested