CAD Applications in Building Mechanicals

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This course will cover the basics of HVAC, piping and electrical applications in CAD. It will give the student a basic understanding of electrical and electronic drafting and exposure to the creation of various drawings used in the electrical and related industries. Included is the ability to recognize and draw designations and functions of electrical/electronic components, graphs, logic circuits, schematics, and block diagrams, among others. Architectural wiring diagrams and electronic packaging will also be covered. It will also cover the basics of piping and plumbing drafting and exposure to the various symbol libraries used in the industry and understanding of piping schematics. Structural steel detailing and drafting and the basics of nomenclature and callouts used in the steel industry will be covered. Sheet metal drafting and a basic understanding of HVAC drawings will be taught and students will be able to understand these drawings and diagrams and produce industry standard drawings. Pre-requisite(s): CADD 100 Topics in 2D AutoCAD or equivalent.