Lesson Plan
Course Title: Concepts of Engineering and Technology
Session Title: ACAD Basic - Problem 3 (DAY 2)
Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this lesson/assignment, the student will be able to apply and use the basic
Draw commands: Line, Circle, Arc, and Multiline; and use Edit/Modify tools: Mirror, Offset, Trim,
Copy, Erase, and Explode by completing the problems and matching the example given.
Specific Objectives:
 Identify and use basic Draw commands: Line, Circle, Arc, and Multiline.
 Demonstrate how to use Edit/Modify: Mirror, Offset, Trim, Copy, Erase, and Explode.
 Demonstrate how to change text, 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:

111.34 (b)(4)
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...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.
References:
- Just “Google” free Auto CAD tutorials and find lots of good info. Here are some of my
favorites to reference
- 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
Instructional Aids:
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1. Introduction to Basic Auto CAD Problem 3 PPT presentation
2. Auto CAD Release 14 or higher
Materials Needed:
1. Print out of PPT presentation for Problem 3 for each student
2. Problem 3 handout (dwg and/or pdf) for each student
3. ACAD Problem 3 Rubric for each student
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 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: Draw: Line, Circle, Arc, and Multiline. Also how to use
the Edit/Modify commands: Mirror, Offset, Trim, Copy, Erase, and Explode. You will also learn
how to edit text, save your work, create a PDF file of your drawing, and how to submit it for
grading.
SHOW: Examples of Problem 3 drawing they will be asked to match.
Outline
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
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I. Identify the different basic Draw commands and
Edit/Modify commands:
A. Draw commands
a. Line
b. Circle
c. Arc
d. Multiline
B. Edit/Modify commands
a. Mirror
b. Offset
c. Trim
d. Copy
e. Erase
f. Explode
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 and Edit/Modify commands:
A. Draw commands
a. Line
b. Circle
c. Arc
d. Multiline
B. Edit/Modify commands
a. Mirror
b. Offset
c. Trim
d. Copy
e. Erase
f. Explode
Go over PPT or simply
demonstrate how to do
the problem given.
III. Demonstrate how to draw the problem given.
Each student needs to
complete the problem
given. I encourage
peer tutoring but not
copying. Copying =
automatic “0” for a
grade!
IV. Demonstrate so students will be able to edit the
text, save, print, and submit correctly for grading.
Each student should
be able to save, print,
and submit the
problem given for
grading.
Copy and paste Multiple Intelligences Graphic in appropriate place in left column.
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Verbal
Linguistic
Logical
Mathematical
Visual
Spatial
Musical
Rhythmic
Bodily
Kinesthetic
Intrapersonal
Interpersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist
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 given.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Students draw the problem given in ACAD; and save, print, and submit the problem 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 or themselves using ACAD for?
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Rubric for ACAD Problem 3. Students will complete the problem 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 these found lessons to the class.
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ACAD Problem 3 Rubric
Task Statement: The student will be able to apply and use the basic Draw commands: Line, Circle, Arc, and Multiline; and use
Edit/Modify tools: Mirror, Offset, Trim, Copy, Erase, and Explode.
Task Assignment: The students will be able to complete Problem 3 to match the example given.
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 3 of the
basic Draw
basic Draw
commands
commands
Exemplary
4
Can use 4 of the
basic Draw
commands
(Possible 25 points)
Use the basic Edit/Modify tools:
Mirror, Offset, Trim, Copy, Erase,
and Explode.
(1-5 points)
Can use 1 of the
Edit/Modify tools
(6-15 points)
Can use 2 of the
Edit/Modify tools
(16-20 points)
Can use 4 of the
Edit/Modify tools
(21-25 points)
Can use 6 of the
Edit/Modify tools
(Possible 25 points)
Problem 3 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
(31-40 points)
(32-50 points)
Criteria Concepts/Skills to be Assessed
Use the basic Draw commands:
Line, Circle, Arc and Multiline
(1-10 points)
(11-30 points)
(Possible 25 points)
A = 74-100 points; B = 63-80 points; C = 23-60 points; D = 3-20 points
(Copying = “O”)
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Points
Earned
Total Points:__________