Course Objectives

The students should be able to:

• explain current requirements and norms in Norwegian Standards for construction diagrams
• recognise the difference between the basic objects in AutoCAD and explain their characteristics
• plan and execute a drafting project
• combine drafting techniques
• make adaptations in AutoCAD for the presentation of diagrams in keeping with Norwegian Standards
• identify and choose between wireframes, surface models and 3D-solid models
• define a project and use the basic functions in the design tool AutoCAD Revit Architecture
• recognise various industrial standards and follow the requirements and norms demanded by them
• show respect for the others in the field, and demonstrate the ability to cooperate on projects

Course Description

The first part of the course will provide students with thorough knowledge and technical skills in 2D construction drawings using AutoCAD. Technical building diagrams will be executed in keeping with Norwegian Standards. Topics addressed in this part of the course include AutoCAD’s coordinate system, basic drafting, and precision in drafting projects, editing, layers, and colours, types of lines, printouts, texts, objectives, cross-hatching and blocks.

The second part of the course will provide a basic introduction to general 3D-design, as well as Autocad Revit's structure and function. Relevant topics in this context are wireframes, surface models and massive objects, the definition of projects and the basic elements of Revit Architecture.

Learning Methods

Lectures and practical computer assignments. The course is divided into 2 parts:

1. Basic 2D CAD.

2. General 3D and basic functions of the design tool Autocad Revit Architecture.

The students will work with a comprehensive project in each part, and each part will conclude with an examination.

ICT is used extensively and there will be a heavy reliance upon programmes in the students’ laptops. The students are allowed to use computers for both examinations.

Assessment Methods

Each of the two parts is concluded with an examination; both must receive passing marks. The first examination counts 40 % and the second 60 %.

Each student must draft an individual practical assignment in both modules. Both assignments must be approved.

The final grade will be an average of the component grades attained by the student in the examinations.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean