2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Drafting and Design Technology
Career Cluster:	Architecture and Construction

AS	
CIP Number	1615130102	
Program Type	College Credit	
Standard Length	62 Credit Hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	17-3011 – Architectural and Civil Drafters	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as drafters or chief design drafters, or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.  The training will be technologically advanced, thus meeting the current needs of the industry.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Architecture and Construction career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Architecture and Construction career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to, communication skills, leadership skills, human relations and employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, drafting standards, math skills, and drafting office practices to assist mathematical, electrical and electronic, architectural, chemical, civil, or other engineers in the design and drafting of electrical circuits, machines, structures, weldments, or architectural plans.  It also includes instruction in the preparation of engineering plans, layouts, and detailed drawings according to conventional projection principles, preparation of charts, graphs or diagrams, and the use of handbook data germane to design and drafting in various fields.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 62 credit hours.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Apply basic drafting skills.
02.0	Prepare mechanical drawings.
03.0	Prepare electrical/electronic drawings. 
04.0	Prepare civil drafting drawings. 
05.0	Prepare advanced civil drafting drawings.
06.0	Demonstrate understanding of geographic information system (GIS).
07.0	Prepare pneumatic/hydraulic drawings (optional). 
08.0	Apply technical mathematics.
09.0	Prepare architectural drawings.
10.0	Prepare computer-aided drawings.
11.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
12.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science.
13.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
14.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship (optional).
15.0	Convert computer aided drafting (CAD) drawings to web format (optional).

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Drafting and Design Technology
CIP Number:		1615130102
Program Length:	62 Credit Hours
SOC Code(s):		17-3011

The AS degree requires the inclusion of a minimum of 15 credits of general education coursework according to SACS, and it must be transferable according to Rule 6A-14.030 (2), F.A.C.  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Apply basic drafting skills—The 	
01.01	Apply safety practices.	
01.02	Operate drafting instruments.	
01.03	Perform lettering techniques.	
01.04	Prepare multi‑view drawings.	
01.05	Prepare advanced civil drawings.	
01.06	Prepare sectional views.	
01.07	Prepare auxiliary views.	
01.08	Prepare dimension drawings.	
01.09	Prepare pictorial drawings.	
01.10	Prepare sketches.	
01.11	Prepare title blocks and other formats.	
01.12	Compile a portfolio.	
01.13	Read and understand fire sprinkler system blueprints (optional).	
01.14	Demonstrate an understanding of basic fire sprinkler design (optional).	
02.0	Prepare mechanical drawings -- The student should be able to:	
02.01	Prepare fastener drawings.	
02.02	Prepare cam drawings (optional).	
02.03	Prepare gear drawings (optional).	
02.04	Prepare assembly drawings.	
02.05	Prepare detail drawings.	
02.06	Prepare surface developments.	
02.07	Prepare technical drawings.	
02.08	Prepare welding drawings.	
02.09	Prepare bearing drawings (optional).	
02.10	Prepare spring drawings.	
02.11	Prepare casting drawings.	
02.12	Prepare forging drawings (optional).	
02.13	Prepare tool drawings (optional).	
02.14	Prepare molding diagrams (optional).	
02.15	Prepare stamping drawings (optional).	
02.16	Prepare numerical-control drawings (optional).	
02.17	Prepare computer-aided drawings.	
02.18	Modify drawings to include material specifications and parts list.	
02.19	Identify geometric tolerances and dimensioning of specific machined surfaces.   	
03.0	Prepare electrical/electronic drawings -- The student should be able to:	
03.01	Prepare schematic drawings.	
03.02	Prepare printed circuit board assembly drawing packages.	
03.03	Prepare connection drawings.	
03.04	Prepare interconnection drawings.	
03.05	Prepare wiring drawings.	
03.06	Prepare cable drawings and/ or harness drawings.	
03.07	Prepare component drawings.	
03.08	Prepare logic diagrams.	
04.0	Prepare civil drawings -- The student should be able to:	
04.01	Demonstrate an understanding of civil drafting. 	
04.02	Demonstrate knowledge of surveying fundamentals.	
04.03	Demonstrate an understanding of mapping scales.	
04.04	Demonstrate knowledge of legal descriptions and plot plans.	
04.05	Demonstrate an understanding of contour lines.	
04.06	Demonstrate knowledge of profiles.	
04.07	Demonstrate knowledge of highway layouts.	
04.08	Demonstrate an understanding of earth work. 	
05.0	Prepare advanced civil drafting drawings -- The student should be able to:	
05.01	Demonstrate an understanding of curve data.	
05.02	Demonstrate an understanding of parcels.	
05.03	Demonstrate an understanding of surfaces.	
05.04	Demonstrate an understanding of basic structural drawings and detailing conventions. 	
05.05	Demonstrate an understanding of basic fastening systems used with common materials and manufacturing (metals and wood).	
06.0	Demonstrate understanding of geographic information system (GIS) -- The student should be able to:	
06.01	Demonstrate a basic knowledge of GIS.	
06.02	Demonstrate an understanding of global positioning systems (GPS).	
06.03	Demonstrate an understanding of remote sensing.	
07.0	Prepare pneumatic/hydraulic drawings (optional) -- The student should be able to:	
07.01	Prepare piping drawings.	
07.02	Prepare pump and motor drawings.	
07.03	Prepare cylinder and piston diagrams.	
07.04	Prepare valve drawings.	
07.05	Prepare pump section drawings.	
07.06	Prepare pulley and chain-drive drawings.	
07.07	Understand the requirements of spacing, location and position of sprinkler heads (optional).	
07.08	Design a fire sprinkler system in high-rise building (optional).	
07.09	Design a fire sprinkler system for water tanks, aircraft hangers and standpipe systems (optional).	
07.10	Design a fire sprinkler system for a high-pile storage area and a rack storage area (optional).	
07.11	Design a fire sprinkler system for a fire pump and identify its use (optional).	
08.0	Apply technical mathematics -- The student should be able to:	
08.01	Solve arithmetic problems.	
08.02	Solve algebra problems.	
08.03	Solve trigonometry problems.	
08.04	Solve geometry problems.	
08.05	Solve surveying problems.	
08.06	Read and understand hydraulic calculations as applied to fire sprinkler systems (optional).	
08.07	Learn the basic principles of hydraulics (optional).	
08.08	Calculate the required gallons per minute (GPM) required for fire sprinkler systems (optional).	
08.09	Incorporate hydraulic calculations into the design of a sprinkler system (optional).	
08.10	Understand different pipe size and connection points (optional).	
09.0	Prepare architectural drawings -- The student should be able to:	
09.01	Prepare floor plan drawings.	
09.02	Prepare foundation plan and detail drawings.	
09.03	Prepare elevation drawings.	
09.04	Prepare landscape layouts (optional).	
09.05	Prepare schedules.	
09.06	Prepare sections.	
09.07	Build architectural models (optional).	
09.08	Prepare truss drawings (optional).	
09.09	Prepare stairway drawings (optional).	
09.10	Prepare fireplace drawings (optional).	
09.11	Prepare plot plan drawings.	
09.12	Prepare plumbing plan drawings (optional).	
09.13	Prepare climate-control drawings (optional).	
09.14	Prepare electrical plan drawings (optional).	
09.15	Prepare perspective and isometric drawings (optional).	
10.0	Prepare computer-aided drawings -- The student should be able to:	
10.01	Use system commands.	
10.02	Perform drafting procedures.	
10.03	Operate peripheral equipment.	
10.05	Apply specialized CAD functions.	
10.06	Apply computer aided drafting (CAD) drawing standards as established and updated by the industry.	
10.07	Construct geometric figures of lines, splines, circles, and arcs.	
10.08	Create and edit text using appropriate style and size to annotate drawings.	
10.09	Use and control accuracy-enhancement tools for entity-positioning methods, such as snap and XYZ.	
10.10	Identify, create, store, and use standard part symbols and libraries.	
10.11	Use editing commands.	
10.12	Control entity properties by layer, color, and line type.	
10.13	Use viewing commands to perform zooming and panning.	
10.14	Plot drawings on media using layout and scale.	
10.15	Minimize file size.	
10.16	Use query commands to interrogate database for entity characteristics, distance, area, and status.	
10.17	Apply standard dimensioning rules.	
10.18	Export computer aided drafting (CAD) drawings to Web format.	
10.19	Demonstrate an understanding of point sources in 3-D.	
11.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills -- The student should be able to:	
11.01	Write logical and understandable statements or phrases to accurately fill out forms/invoices commonly used in business and industry.	
11.02	Read and understand graphs, charts, diagrams, and tables commonly used in this industry/occupation area.	
11.03	Read and follow written and oral instructions.	
11.04	Answer and ask questions coherently and concisely.	
11.05	Read critically by recognizing assumptions and implications and by evaluating ideas.	
11.06	Demonstrate appropriate telephone/communication skills.	
12.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science -- The student should be able to:	
12.01	Understand molecular action as a result of temperature extremes, chemical reaction, and moisture content.	
12.02	Draw conclusions or make inferences from data.	
12.03	Identify health-related problems, which may result from exposure to work-related chemicals and hazardous materials, and know the proper precautions required for handling such materials.	
12.04	Understand pressure measurement in terms of PSI, inches of mercury, and KPA (optional).	
13.0	Demonstrate employability skills -- The student should be able to:	
13.01	Conduct a job search.	
13.02	Secure information about a job.	
13.03	Identify documents that may be required when applying for a job interview.	
13.04	Complete a job application form correctly.	
13.05	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques.	
13.06	Identify or demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism from employer, supervisor, or other employees.	
13.07	Identify acceptable work habits.	
13.08	Demonstrate knowledge of how to make job changes appropriately.	
13.09	Demonstrate acceptable employee health habits.	
13.10	Demonstrate an ability to prepare a work portfolio.	
14.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship (optional) -- The student should be able to:	
14.01	Define entrepreneurship.	
14.02	Describe the importance of entrepreneurship to the American economy.	
14.03	List the advantages and disadvantages of business ownership.	
14.04	Identify the risks involved in ownership of a business.	
14.05	Identify the necessary personal characteristics of a successful entrepreneur.	
14.06	Identify the business skills needed to operate a small business	
14.07	Efficiently in a professional manner.	
15.0	Convert computer aided drafting (CAD) drawings to web format (optional) -- The student should be able to:	
15.01	Export computer aided drafting (CAD) drawings to digital imaging software.	
15.02	Demonstrate an understanding of image retouching of portraits by producing digital images to incorporate those features.	
15.03	Demonstrate knowledge of photo-masked type by producing digital images to incorporate those features.	
15.04	Illustrate web page design procedures.	
15.05	Explain web page building procedures.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the appropriate career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  The activities of such organizations are defined as part of the curriculum in accordance with Rule 6A-6.065, F.A.C.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Articulation

To be transferable statewide between institutions, this program must have been reviewed, and a “transfer value” assigned the curriculum content by the appropriate Statewide Course Numbering System discipline committee.  This does not preclude institutions from developing specific articulation agreements with each other. 

The following PSAV programs have been approved by the Florida State Board of Education for statewide articulation credit into this degree program.  

Architectural Drafting (I480112 / 0615020200) – 12 credits
Mechanical Drafting (I480116 / 0615020200) – 12 credits
Structural Drafting (I480113 / 0615020200) – 12 credits

The following industry certifications have been approved by the Florida State Board of Education for statewide articulation credit into this degree program.  

Autodesk Certified User (ADESK002) – 3 credits 
Autodesk Certified Professional (ADESK021) – 3 credits 

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp .

Program Length

The AS degree requires the inclusion of a minimum of 15 credits of general education coursework according to SACS, and it must be transferable according to Rule 6A-14.030 (2), F.A.C.  The standard length of this program is 62 credit hours according to Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.

Certificate Programs

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).  This AS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:

AutoCAD Foundations (0615130204) – 14 Credit Hours
Drafting Design (0615130101) -- 22 Credit Hours 
	
Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.