Board Approved July, 2006LCISD Curriculum

Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting
TEKS/LINKS – Student Objectives
One-Half Credit / Suggested TimeRanges
First/Fourth Six Weeks
ICAD 1(A) The student will identify employment opportunities, including entrepreneurship, and preparation requirements in the field of computer-aided drafting. / 3 days
ICAD 1(C) The student will identify employers’ expectations and appropriate work habits. / 2 days
ICAD 1(D) The student will apply the competencies related to resources, information, interpersonal, systems, and technology in appropriate settings and situations.
ICAD 4(C) The student will demonstrate knowledge of new and emerging technologies that may affect the field of computer-aided drafting. / 2 days
ICAD 1(B) The student will demonstrate the principles of group participation and leadership related to citizenship and career participation.
ICAD 2(A) The student will demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills with individuals from varied cultures, including fellow workers, management, and customers.
ICAD 2(B) The student will successfully complete work orders and related paperwork.
ICAD 5(D) The student will apply the essential knowledge and skills in computer-aided drafting to work-based learning experiences including, but not limited to, cooperative training, job shadowing, mentoring, and apprenticeship training. / 2 days
ICAD 2(D) The student will read and interpret appropriate architectural symbols, schematics, blueprints, work drawings, manuals, and bulletins.
ICAD 3(A) The student will identify the functions of computer hardware and software.
ICAD 3(B) The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic CAD terms and concepts.
ICAD 3(C) The student will demonstrate knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of different types of CAD. / 9 days
ICAD 1(E)The student will demonstrate knowledge of the concepts and skills related to health and safety in the workplace, as specified by appropriate government regulations.
ICAD 3(A) The student will identify the functions of computer hardware and software.
ICAD 4(A) The student will safely use tools, materials, and equipment commonly employed in the field of computer-aided drafting.
ICAD 4(B) The student will properly handle and dispose of humanly and/or environmentally hazardous materials used in the field of computer-aided drafting. / 2 days
ICAD 5(A) The student will contrast board drawings with computer-generated drawings. / 10 days
Second/Fifth Six Weeks
ICAD 3(A)The student will identify the functions of computer hardware and software. / 4 days
ICAD 3(B) The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic CAD terms and concepts. / 7 days
(ongoing)
ICAD 3(C) The student will demonstrate knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of different types of CAD. / 5 days
ICAD 5(B)The student will demonstrate knowledge of the purpose and function of input devices, CPU, and output devices. / 4 days
ICAD 5(C)The student will demonstrate knowledge of the purpose and function of the basic CAD operational terms. / 10 days
(ongoing)
Third/Sixth Six Weeks
ICAD 3(A) The student will identify the functions of computer hardware and software. / 8 days
ICAD 3(B) The student will demonstrate knowledge of basic CAD terms and concepts. / 7 days
ICAD 3(C) The student will demonstrate knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of different types of CAD.
ICAD 2(C) The student will estimate jobs, schedules, and trade practices related to legal restrictions.
ICAD 2(D) The student will read and interpret appropriate architectural symbols, schematics, blueprints, and working drawings. / 15 days

ICAD – Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting