Basics of electrical CAD drawing (5 cr)

Objective

You become familiar with the use of computer-aided CAD software. You can use CAD design for the output of the contents of other courses. You understand the basics of electrical design.

Content

What different CAD software is in use? How do they differ from each other? What are attribute definitions and layers? How do basic drawing tools function in different programs?

Course material

CadMatic software and related instructions.
Study material and videos shared on the Learn platform.

Study forms and methods

Teaching takes place mainly through face-to-face/distance learning.
The course includes class exercises using CadMatic-software, as well as separate returnable, assessable exercises. Both exercises are done both during class and independently in your own time.

RDI and work-related cooperation

no

Timing of exams and assignments

Exercises completed during lessons are not returnable but are checked during lessons.
The assessed practice assignments must be returned by the deadline specified for each assignment.

International cooperation

no

Student workload

1 credit corresponds to 27.5 h of the curriculum.
However, the amount of work depends on the study methods and from previous competence.

Course part description

Building drawings
Drawing symbols
CadMatic menus and basic functions
Drawing a plan view
Drawing a center diagram
Drawing a circuit diagram

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The grade is based on the total score of the returned exercises, provided that the class exercises have also been completed successfully.