Coordinate Input Systems in CAD Project-Based Learning Activity | Computer Aided Drafting I | Grades 9–12

Coordinate Input Systems in CAD Project-Based Learning Activity is a project-based learning activity for Computer Aided Drafting I (grades 9–12) on Coordinate Input Systems in CAD.

Pairs with: Coordinate Input Systems in CAD Slide Show Presentation; Coordinate Input Systems in CAD Guided Notes; Coordinate Input Systems in CAD Lesson Quiz; Coordinate Input Systems in CAD Vocabulary Words & Definitions.

Sections: Connected; Computer Aided Drafting I • Chapter 02; Project Station #1; Technical Vocabulary Matching; Learning Objective & Cad Drafting Target; Investigation Protocol & Directions; Station 1: Technical Terms (cut-out Cards); Term #1. Sample item: “If the active CAD cursor is currently located at absolute coordinate (3.50, 2.00) and the drafter enters @-1.50, 4.00 on the command line, what is the new absolute coordinate?”

What's inside: Project Based Learning Activity (editable .pptx + PDF, 28 slides); answer key / model answers for the teacher.

Standards: Aligned to ITEEA Standards for Technological and Engineering Literacy for Computer Aided Drafting I, with embedded engineering design practices and career-readiness skills.

Resource type: Project-Based Learning Activity. Format: editable Microsoft PowerPoint file plus a ready-to-print PDF.

Classroom use: Students work through the project stations over several class periods, ending with a product they present. Built for Computer Aided Drafting I, grades 9–12.

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