Lesson Plan
Course Title: Engineering Design and Presentation
Session Title: Introduction to Orthographic Projection or Multiview Drawings
Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this lesson/assignment, the student will be able to create a TV box; and,
then draw the multiview or three views of the TV box given, and complete the title block and
border correctly to match the example given.
Specific Objectives:
 Explain why every object has 6 views
 Identify the 6 views drawn
 Explain why we only draw 3 views, and identify what those views are
 Select and explain why a view should be the front view
 Explain why we use hidden lines and why they need to be consistent
 Compare and contrast the difference, if any, between multiview projection and drawings
 Explain why multiviews need to be dimensioned correctly
 Explain why views need to line up correctly
 Cut out, tape, and create a TV Box to use when you draw the views
 Correctly draw and dimension the multiview of the TV Box
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.
Engineering Design and Presentation:

130.365 (c)(1)(E)
...identify and use appropriate work habits;

130.365 (c)(3)(A)(B)
...use time-management techniques to develop and maintain work schedules and meet
deadlines;
...complete work according to established criteria;

130.365 (c)(4)(B)(E)(F)(G)
...follow safety guidelines as described in various manuals, instructions, and regulations;
...perform maintenance on selected tools, equipment, and machines;
...handle and store tools and materials correctly;
...describe the results of negligent or improper maintenance.

130.365 (c)(5)(A)(E)
...sketch single- and multi-view projections;
...project points and construct lines to build geometric forms;
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
130.365 (c)(6)(A)(B)
...understand and discuss principles of ideation;
...think critically, identify the system constraints, and make fact-based decisions;
Interdisciplinary Correlations:
English:

110.44 (b)(6)(B)(C)(E)
...rely on context to determine meanings of words and phrases such as figurative
language, connotation and denotation of words, analogies, idioms, and technical
vocabulary;
...apply meanings of prefixes, roots, and suffixes in order to comprehend;
...use reference material such as glossary, dictionary, thesaurus, and available
technology to determine precise meanings and usage;
Geometry:

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)(D)
...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;
...identify and apply patterns from right triangles to solve meaningful problems, including
special right triangles (45-45-90 and 30-60-90) and triangles whose sides are
Pythagorean triples;

111.34 (b)(6)(C)
...use orthographic and isometric views of three-dimensional geometric figures to
represent and construct three-dimensional geometric figures and solve problems;

111.34 (b)(11)(A)
...use and extend similarity properties and transformations to explore and justify
conjectures about geometric figures;
Mathematical Models with Applications:

111.36 (c)(1)(A)(B)(C)
…compare and analyze various models for solving a real-life problem;
…use multiple approaches (algebraic, graphical, and geometric methods) to solve
problems from a variety of disciplines;
…select a method to solve a problem, defend the method, and justify the
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reasonableness of the results.
Teacher Preparation: Read through the PowerPoint provided and practice drawing the
problem. Draw this for the students on an overhead or use a device like an elmo and show it on
data projector screen.
References: Texas approved publishers are:
 Goodheart-Willcox
 Delmar Learning
 Prentice Hall
 All have a companion workbook with more problems. Recommend using it or
any other approved textbook, i.e., if you are ATC or TechPrep and must teach
using local college textbook.
 Also “Google” and you can find tons of information on these subjects!
Instructional Aids:
1. Introduction to multiview PowerPoint
2. TV box paper
3. Multiview graph paper
Materials Needed:
1. One (1) sheet of TV box paper for each student
2. Scissors and clear tape for students to share -1 for every 2-3 students
3. One (1) sheet of multiview graph paper for each student
4. One (1) pencil, eraser, and triangle for each student
5. Handout – Review Questions
Equipment Needed:
1. Data projector for PowerPoint
2. Class set of hard copy of PowerPoint presentation for students to use
3. Overhead projector, transparency of multiview graph paper, and overhead pen(s) OR an
elmo like device to demonstrate how to draw the problem
Learner Preparation:
1. Complete the drafting facts unit
2. Complete geometric construction unit
3. Complete drafting scales and dimensioning unit
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
SAY: Today we will begin our unit on how to draw orthographic projection, or multiview
drawings.
ASK: Does anyone remember how many sides every object has? (6)
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ASK: Who can tell me the 3 views we draw and name them? (Top, Front, Right Side)
ASK: Why don’t we draw all 6 of the views? Because it’s redundant since the back is just the
mirror image of the front, usually.
ASK: Why do we only draw these 3 views? Refer to PowerPoint.
ASK: Why do we draw hidden lines? Refer to PowerPoint.
ASK: What is the difference between orthographic projection and multiview drawings? Refer to
PowerPoint.
SHOW: Example of correct layout.
ASK: What letter of the alphabet does this layout look like? (L)
ASK: Why do we use pencils and not pens? (So you can erase mistakes)
ASK: Why do we use triangles and not a ruler or scale? (Because rulers will leave bumps or
ridges that are on them, instead of straight and smooth line.)
ASK: Why do you draw lightly first and darken last? (Because it’s easier to erase mistakes and
when done make your final dark lines.)
ASK and SHOW: Can you draw on the graph paper? (Yes)
SAY and SHOW: Let’s draw the 3 views of the TV box. Get your box and look at the views
and follow along as I show how to draw it. (Refer to PowerPoint.)
ASK: Why is the border the darkest line? (Because it’s like the picture frame, it makes the
drawing pop out and show like it’s supposed to.)
ASK: Why do we use the rubric to self assess our work? (In the real world you need to be able
to look at your work and decide if you’re doing a good job or not. If you don’t self adjust as
needed you can be out of a job soon.)
SAY: Let’s get to work. It’s time for you to draw your own now.
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. Cut out, tape, and create a TV Box to use when you Make sure you have
enough scissors and
draw the views.
tape.
Teacher can enlarge
and make a bigger one
to use as class
example.
.
II. Explain why every object has 6 views.
Refer to previous
lessons as they should
know this by now.
Again show examples
of objects and their 6
views.
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III. Identify the 6 views drawn.
A. Top
B. Front
C. Right Side
D. Bottom
E. Back
F. Left Side
Be able to list what
these are and what the
opposite view is. For
example Front and
Back.
IV. Explain why we only draw 3 views and identify
what those are.
A. Top
B. Front
C. Right Side
Explain why you only
draw the 3 views - top,
front, and right side.
V. Select and explain why a view should be the front
view.
Use the example of a
car. Is the view where
the head lights are the
front view? No,
because it doesn’t
have the most
information. The side
with the door,
windshields, etc… is
the front view.
Hidden lines are to
show parts that are cut
out, recessed, holes,
etc.
VI. Explain why we use hidden lines and why they
need to be consistent.
VII. Compare and contrast the difference if any
between orthographic projection and drawings.
VIII. Explain why views need to line up correctly.
Lines must be
consistent so it doesn’t
look like a mistake and
people can tell it’s a
hidden line.
Projection is simply
how you line up the
views and project the
parts of it.
The multivew drawing
is what you get from
the projection.
They have to line up in
the “L” shape.
If they line up with
projection it’s easier to
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draw and the sizes will
be uniform.
IX. Explain why multiviews need to be dimensioned
correctly.
The point of
dimensions is so you
can take and have it
made. Without
dimensions it won’t be
made correctly.
X. Correctly draw and dimension the mutliview of the
TV Box.
Show students an
example and how to
draw it. Then have
them actually draw it.
You can use a TV
because it’s a concrete
object that students
are all familiar with.
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):
The teacher must explain the PowerPoint as they go through the lesson. Do NOT just read it or
let students read it. Explain and give personal examples as they go. When students start the
drawing make sure to monitor to ensure they are doing the work.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Make their own TV box and then actually draw the 3 views on the graph paper using the box as
a visual aid.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Q: How many sides does every object have?
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A: 6
Q: What 3 views do we only draw?
A: Top, front, right side
Q: Why do we only draw those 3?
A: Because the other views are redundant since front and back are mirror images.
Q: What letter should the correct layout of the views look like?
A: L
Q: Why do we only use pencils and not a pen?
A: So you can erase
Q: Why only use a triangle and not a ruler or scale to draw straight lines?
A: Because it leaves bumps
Q: Why do we have hidden lines?
A: To show holes, parts, etc.
Q: Why do we draw lines lightly and go back and darken them?
A: Once done, then you darken the finished problem
Q: Why do you dimension the drawing?
A: So it can be built correctly
Q: Why is the border the darkest lines?
A: Because it makes the finished drawing stand out.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Teacher walks around the room and monitors students as they work on the drawings. Correct
or redirect mistakes before they get too bad. If they do get too bad, give them a new piece of
paper and have them try again.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
Does your drawing match the example given? Use the built in rubric and have students grade
themselves first. If you have to have every drawing equal 100 pts then take the points earned
and multiply by 4. Recommend students do 4 drawings at 25 points each which adds up to 100.
2-3 days’ work equals 1 grade in grade book.
Extension
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
There is a TAKS based drawing that has students draw the multiview if they have extra time, or
as a pop quiz the following day. If you refer to the released TAKS test you can find even more
TAKS based questions that fit in here.
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Introduction to Orthographic Projection or Multiview
Drawings
Review Questions
1. How many sides does every object have?
2. What 3 views do we only draw?
3. Why do we only draw those 3?
4. What letter should the correct layout of the views look like?
5. Why do we only use pencils and not a pen?
6. Why only use a triangle and not a ruler or scale to draw straight lines?
7. Why do we have hidden lines?
8. Why do we draw lines lightly and go back and darken them?
9. Why do you dimension the drawing?
10. Why is the border the darkest lines?
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Introduction to Orthographic Projection or Multiview
Drawings
Review Questions and Answers
1. How many sides does every object have?
Answer: 6
2. What 3 views do we only draw?
Answer: Top, front, right side
3. Why do we only draw those 3?
Answer: Because the other views are redundant since front and back are mirror
images.
4. What letter should the correct layout of the views look like?
Answer: L
5. Why do we only use pencils and not a pen?
Answer: So you can erase
6. Why only use a triangle and not a ruler or scale to draw straight lines?
Answer: Because it leaves bumps
7. Why do we have hidden lines?
Answer: To show holes, parts, etc.
8. Why do we draw lines lightly and go back and darken them?
Answer: Once done, then you darken the finished problem
9. Why do you dimension the drawing?
Answer: So it can be built correctly
10. Why is the border the darkest lines?
Answer: Because it makes the finished drawing stand out.
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