The objective of this course is to introduce the student to the language of graphics used in engineering and technology. The student will acquire an understanding of orthographic projections, sections, conventions, threads and fasteners, pictorial drawings, auxiliaries and revolutions. Mechanical assembly and detail drawings, architectural plans and elevations and elements of electrical/electronic and printed circuit drawings are discussed and illustrated. Other topics covered are lettering, scaling, dimensions, holes, fillets, rounds fasteners, fittings and title block specifications. Students use drawing instruments, such as the triangle, ruler and compass and do some free-hand sketching.