Computer-Aided Drawing & Design will introduce students to the rationale for and basic concepts of technical drawing, including both technical drawing standards common in industry, and the use of CAD software to prepare technical drawings and drafts far more precise than any hand-drawn documents. Students will develop an understanding of the role technical drawings play in the design-development process and understand why they are considered the “universal language of industry.” They will learn specialized terminology, standardized methods for producing technical drawings, and the computer’s role in expediting the production, editing, storage, and transfer of technical drawings. Students will also learn how CAD is an essential function for smoother, easier business and design communication worldwide. Students will utilize CAD basic drawing principles while progressing through the course and will compile technical drawings as the software takes the place of the pencil, paper, and drawing instruments.