Lesson Plan
Course Title: Concepts of Engineering and Technology
Session Title: ACAD Basic - Problem 4 (DAY 3)
Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this lesson/assignment the student will be able to apply and use the basic
draw commands and edit/modify commands used so far on their own, and use the Dimensioning
tools and the Viewport tool by completing the problem and matching the example given.
Specific Objectives:
 Use the basic Draw commands and Edit/Modify commands to complete the problem
given.
 Demonstrate how to change 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 may need to print out Problem 4
for each student.
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
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Instructional Aids:
1. Introduction to Basic Auto CAD Problem 4 presentation
2. Auto CAD Release 14 or higher
Materials Needed:
1. Print out PPT presentation for Problem 4 for each student
2. Problem 4 handout (dwg and/or pdf) for each student
3. ACAD problems 1-4 quiz
4. ACAD problems 1-4 quiz key
5. ACAD problem 4 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):
SAY: Today you will apply everything you should have learned in Problems 1, 2, and 3. You will
have up to two days to complete the problem as given.
SHOW: Example of Problem 4 drawing they will be asked to match.
ASK: Do you have any questions?
SAY: Once you have completed the four problems, and you have saved and submitted them for
grading, you have a “research assignment.” I want you to “Google” and find 1-2 free ACAD
tutorials/lessons online. You will then be showing the lesson(s) you have found to your
classmates.
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
I. Identify the different basic Draw and Edit/Modify
Commands and the Dimensioning Tools and View
Ports
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Begin the PPT
presentation and
explain or demonstrate
3
A. Draw commands
a. Line
b. Polyline
c. Rectangle
d. Arc
e. Circles
f. Ellipse
B. Edit/Modify commands
a. Mirror
b. Offset
c. Trim
d. Copy
e. Erase
f. Explode
C. Dimensioning Tools
D. View Ports
what and where the
tools are.
II. Demonstrate how to apply and use the basic Draw
and Edit/Modify commands, Dimensioning, and View
Ports
A. Draw commands
a. Line
b. Polyline
c. Rectangle
d. Arc
e. Circles
f. Ellipse
B. Edit/Modify commands
a. Mirror
b. Offset
c. Trim
d. Copy
e. Erase
f. Explode
C. Dimensioning Tools
D. View Ports
Go over PPT or simply
demonstrate how to do
the problem given.
III. Demonstrate how to draw the Problem 4 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
Each student should
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text, save, print, and submit correctly for grading.
be able to save, print,
and submit the
problem given for
grading.
V. Basic ACAD Quiz over Problems 1, 2, 3, 4
Teacher may have
students take Basic
ACAD Quiz that
covers what they have
learned in all three
lessons.
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
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Go through the PPT presentation 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; save, print, and submit the problem given for grading.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Students should be able to complete the problem 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 Problem 4. Students will complete the problem given to match the example
given. Teacher may have students take Basic ACAD Quiz which covers Problems 1, 2, 3, 4
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from all three lessons.
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 4 Rubric
Task Statement: The students will be able to apply and use the basic Draw commands and Edit/Modify commands used in Problems 1-3, and
use the Dimensioning tools and the Viewport tool by completing the problem and matching the example given.
Task Assignment: The students will be able to complete Problem 4 to match the examples 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 4 of the
basic Draw
basic Draw
commands
commands
Exemplary
4
Can use 6 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)
Use the Dimensioning tools and
Viewport tools
(1-5 points)
Can use 25% of the
Dimensioning and
Viewport tools
(6-15 points)
Can use 50% of the
Dimensioning and
Viewport tools
(16-20 points)
Can use 75% of the
Dimensioning and
Viewport tools
(21-25 points)
Can use 100% of the
Dimensioning and
Viewport tools
(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)
Criteria Concepts/Skills to be Assessed
Use the basic Draw commands:
Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Arc,
Circles, and Ellipse
(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”)
(Possible 25 points)
Problem 4 matches the example
given in the opinion of the teacher
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Points
Earned
Total Points:__________
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Name: _____________________________________ Class/P#:________________________
Date:______________________________________ Score:__________/100pts
Basic ACAD Quiz
True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
____
1. This is the Layer control box.
____
2. This is the Zoom control box.
____
3. This is the Zoom control box.
____
4. This is the Viewport control box.
____
5. This is the Draw control box.
____
6. This is the Dimension control box.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
____
7. What Dimension tool is this icon?
a. Linear
b. Radius
c. Diameter
____
8. What Dimension tool is this icon?
a. Linear
b. Radius
c. Diameter
____
9. What dimension tool is this icon?
a. Linear
b. Radius
c. Diameter
____ 10. What Edit or Modify tool is this icon?
a. Erase
b. Copy
c. Offset
d. Mirror
____ 11. What Edit or Modify tool is this icon?
a. Erase
b. Copy
c. Mirror
d. Offset
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____ 12. What Edit or Modify tool is this icon?
a. Erase
b. Copy
c. Mirror
d. Offset
____ 13. What Edit or Modify tool is this icon?
a. Erase
b. Offset
c. Mirror
d. Copy
____ 14. What Edit or Modify tool is this icon?
a. Copy
b. Erase
c. Explode
d. Rotate
____ 15. What Edit or Modify tool is this icon?
a. Erase
b. Explode
c. Trim
d. Copy
____ 16. What Edit or Modify tool is this icon?
a. Erase
b. Copy
c. Mirror
d. Explode
____ 17. What draw tool icon is this?
a. Line
b. Polyline
c. Circle
d. Arc
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____ 18. What draw tool icon is this?
a. Line
b. Polyline
c. Rectangle
d. Circle
____ 19. What draw tool icon is this?
a. Line
b. Polygon
c. Circle
d. Rectangle
____ 20. What draw tool icon is this?
a. Line
b. Circle
c. Rectangle
d. Polygon
____ 21. What draw tool icon is this?
a. Arc
b. Circle
c. Rectangle
d. Line
____ 22. What draw tool icon is this?
a. Circle
b. Arc
c. Rectangle
d. Line
____ 23. What draw tool icon is this?
a. Ellipse
b. Line
c. Arc
d. Rectangle
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____ 24. If you want to draw something, for example a circle, what method(s) will
work?
a. Type in “C” and the “Enter” Key
b. Click on the Circle Icon
c. Both of these
d. None of these
____ 25. How do you get rid of something that you drew by accident?
a. Select it with mouse and then the “Delete” key
b. Select it with the mouse and then the Erase icon and the “Enter”
key
c. Both of these
d. None of these
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ACAD
Answer Section
TRUE/FALSE
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MULTIPLE CHOICE
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A
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C
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C
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