Lesson Plan
Course Title: Concepts of Engineering and Technology
Session Title: ACAD Basic - Problems 1 & 2 (DAY 1)
Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this lesson/assignment the student will be able to apply and use the basic
Draw commands: Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Arc, Circles, and Ellipse; and be able to change text,
save, print, and submit work for grading correctly by completing the problems and matching the
examples given.
Specific Objectives:
 Identify and use Draw commands: Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Arc, Circles, and Ellipse.
 Demonstrate how to change and edit text.
 Demonstrate how to save, print, and submit for grading.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the
activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
Concepts of Engineering and Technology:

130.362 (c)(2)(A)(C)(D)
...use clear and concise written, verbal, and visual communication techniques;
...use sketching and computer-aided drafting and design to present ideas;
...maintain a portfolio.
Interdisciplinary Correlations:
English:

110.42(b)(6)(A)(B)
…expand vocabulary through wide reading, listening, and discussing;
…rely on context to determine meanings of words and phrases such as figurative
language, idioms, multiple meaning words, and technical vocabulary;

110.42(b)(7)(A)(I)(J)
…establish a purpose for reading such as to discover, interpret, and enjoy;
…use study strategies such as skimming and scanning, note taking, outlining, and using
study-guide questions to better understand texts;
…read silently with comprehension for a sustained period of time;
Geometry:
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
111.34 (b)(4)
...select an appropriate representation (concrete, pictorial, graphical, verbal, or symbolic)
in order to solve problems.

111.34 (b)(5)(A)(B)(C)
...use numeric and geometric patterns to develop algebraic expressions representing
geometric properties;
...use numeric and geometric patterns to make generalizations about geometric
properties, including properties of polygons, ratios in similar figures and solids, and angle
relationships in polygons and circles;
...use properties of transformations and their compositions to make connections between
mathematics and the real world, such as tessellations;

111.34 (b)(6)(B)(C)
...use nets to represent and construct three-dimensional geometric figures;
...use orthographic and isometric views of three-dimensional geometric figures to
represent and construct three-dimensional geometric figures and solve problems.

111.34 (b)(7)(A)
...use one- and two-dimensional coordinate systems to represent points, lines, rays, line
segments, and figures;

111.34 (b)(9)(D)
...analyze the characteristics of polyhedra and other three-dimensional figures and their
component parts based on explorations and concrete models.

111.34 (b)(11)(A)(B)(C)
...use and extend similarity properties and transformations to explore and justify
conjectures about geometric figures;
...use ratios to solve problems involving similar figures;
...develop, apply, and justify triangle similarity relationships, such as right triangle ratios,
trigonometric ratios, and Pythagorean triples using a variety of methods;
Teacher Preparation:
The teacher may want to set up a dual screen for students to follow the PPT instructions, or may
need to print out a set for each student to use and follow; and need to print out Problem 1 and 2
for each student.
References:
- Just “Google” free Auto CAD tutorials and you will find lots of good information. Here are
some favorite references:
- http://www.cadtutor.net/
- http://www.autocadcentral.com/Tutorials/tutorials_index.htm
- http://www.caddprimer.com/AutoCAD_training_tutorial/AutoCAD_training_lessons.htm
- http://www.autocadmark.com/
- There are “How To” example videos for you and your students to use for these Basic
ACAD lessons at http://www.vimeo.com/user1000605/videos
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Instructional Aids:
1. Introduction to Basic Auto CAD Problem 1 PPT presentation
2. Introduction to Basic Auto CAD Problem 2 PPT presentation
3. Auto CAD Release 14 or higher
Materials Needed:
1. Printout of PPT presentations for Problems 1 and 2 for each student
2. Problem 1 handout (dwg and/or pdf) for each student
3. Problem 2 handout (dwg and/or pdf) for each student
4. ACAD Problem 1 and 2 Rubric
Equipment Needed:
1. Computer per student with internet access and Auto CAD release 14 or higher
2. Data projector
3. Dual screen would be ideal
4. Printer
Learner Preparation:
Ask the students to think back to the hand drawing they did for drafting and review the following
questions.
1. Why did we draw different line types?
2. Why did we need to dimension something we drew by hand?
3. What was the hardest or most tedious part of drafting by hand?
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
ASK: Auto CAD or ACAD is an acronym for what?
ANSWER: Computer Aided Design
ASK: Why do you think it is Design and not just Drafting?
ANSWER: No wrong answer as long as they can explain to you WHY they think that
way!
SAY: This week we will be doing some Basic ACAD drawings. Every day you will be expected to
complete and submit at least one if not two drawings done in ACAD. I will start the day by
demonstrating how to do the given assignments or problems. You will then do them on your
own.
SAY: Today you will learn how to draw: Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Arc, Circles, and Ellipse. You
will also learn how to change/edit text, save your work, create a PDF file of your drawing, and
how to submit it for grading.
SHOW: Examples of Problem 1 and Problem 2 drawings they will be asked to match. (I advise
that you show first Problem 1 and give them 10-15 min to complete. Then show them Problem 2
to complete.)
Outline
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Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Instructors can use the PowerPoint presentation, slides, handouts, and note pages in conjunction
with the following outline.
MI
Outline
Notes to Instructor
I. Identify the different basic Draw commands:
A. Line
B. Polyline
C. Rectangle
D. Arc
E. Circles
F. Ellipse
Begin the PPT
presentation and
explain or demonstrate
what and where the
tools are.
II. Demonstrate how to apply and use the basic Draw
commands:
A. Line
B. Polyline
C. Rectangle
D. Arc
E. Circles
F. Ellipse
Go over PPT or simply
demonstrate how to do
the problem(s) given.
III. Demonstrate how to draw the problems given and
have students draw problems.
A. Problem 1
B. Problem 2
Each student needs to
complete the
problem(s) given. I
encourage peer
tutoring but not
copying. Copying =
automatic “0” for a
grade!
IV. Demonstrate so students will be able to
change/edit the text, save, print, and submit correctly
for grading.
Each student should
be able to save, print,
and submit the
problem(s) given for
grading.
.
Copy and paste Multiple Intelligences Graphic in appropriate place in left column.
Verbal
Linguistic
Logical
Mathematical
Visual
Spatial
Musical
Rhythmic
Bodily
Kinesthetic
Intrapersonal
Interpersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist
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Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Go through the PPT presentations and show students how to access the lesson to work at his or
her own speed. Demonstrate how to do the problem(s) given.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Students draw the problem(s) given in ACAD; and change text, save, print, and submit the
problem(s) given for grading.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Students should be able to complete the problem(s) given.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Ask what other uses could they see industry using ACAD for?
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Rubric for ACAD Problems 1 and 2. Students will complete the problem(s) given to match the
examples given in class.
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
Have students look up free Auto CAD tutorials or lessons online. Find 1-2 that they think are fun,
easy, cool, etc. Have them present the found lessons to the class.
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ACAD Problem 1 and Problem 2
Task Statement: The students will be able to apply and use the basic Draw commands: Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Arc, Circles,
and Ellipse; and be able to change text, save, print, and submit work for grading correctly.
Task Assignment: The students will be able to complete Problems 1 and 2 to match the examples given.
Criteria Concepts/Skills to be Assessed
Use the basic Draw commands:
Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Arc,
Circles, and Ellipse
Novice
1
Can use 1 of the
basic Draw
commands
Criteria Categories
(Novice to Exemplary)
Developing
Accomplished
2
3
Can use 2 of the
Can use 4 of the
basic Draw
basic Draw
commands
commands
Exemplary
4
Can use 6 of the
basic Draw
commands
(Possible 25 points)
Can change text, save, print, and
submit work for grading correctly
(1-5 points)
Can change text
(6-15 points)
Can change text and
save
(16-20 points)
Can change text and
save and print
(21-25 points)
Can change text,
save, print, and
submit work for
grading correctly
(Possible 25 points)
Problem 1 matches the example
given in the opinion of the teacher
(1-5 points)
25% of the problem
drawn in ACAD
matches the
example given in
class
(6-15 points)
50% of the problem
drawn in ACAD
matches the example
given in class
(16-20 points)
75% of the problem
drawn in ACAD
matches the example
given in class
(21-25 points)
100% of the problem
drawn in ACAD
matches the example
given in class
(1-5 points)
(6-15 points)
25% of the problem 50% of the problem
drawn in ACAD
drawn in ACAD
matches the
matches the example
example given in
given in class
class
(1-5 points)
(6-15 points)
(Possible 25 points)
A = 84-100 points; B = 64-80 points; C = 24-60 points; D = 4-20 points
(Copying = “O”)
(16-20 points)
75% of the problem
drawn in ACAD
matches the example
given in class
(21-25 points)
100% of the problem
drawn in ACAD
matches the example
given in class
(16-20 points)
(21-25 points)
(Possible 25 points)
Problem 2 matches the example
given in the opinion of the teacher
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Points
Earned
Total Points:__________