Knowing the basics of drafting allows individuals to create drawings that show all the views and measurements necessary to allow others to visualize the original object. Pupils gain experience by drawing three orthographic views of an object.

Concepts

computer drawing, isometric drawings, perspective drawing, scale drawings, shapes drawing, drawing lines, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Show the presentation as an introduction to drawing engineering designs
• Use in a flipped classroom design to give background information and allow practice of the skills mentioned in the classroom

Classroom Considerations

• Class needs to have access to drawing tools

Pros

• Provides examples of good and poor drawings
• Resource uses text and diagrams for definitions 

Cons

• Contains no teacher notes