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MAE 109

Engineering Drawing

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Syllabus

PEN Code: MAE 109 Credit: 1 unit


PEN Subject Title: Engineering Drawing Prerequisite: None

A. Subject Description:

The course covers introduction to graphic language which includes practices and techniques of
graphical communication, units of measure, descriptive geometry, orthographic projections,
auxiliary views, perspective, dimensioning, sectional views, and introduction to plan preparation

B. Course Objectives:

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

1. Learn the proper use of drawing instruments and prepare quality engineering drawings.
2. Acquire the needed knowledge in the preparation of technical drawings.
3. Understand the importance of preparing detailed engineering drawings.
4. Learn how to prepare a scaled drawing and different use of drawing paper sizes.

C. Subject Outline and Time Adjustment

WEEK LESSON NO. TOPICS


1 •Orientation/Introduction
•Requirements
•Policies
•Other diagnostic assessments
2 1 •Introduction to Graphic Communication
3 2 •Drawing Instruments and Tools
4 3 •Lines and Dimensioning
5 PERIODICAL EXAM 1

6 4 •Theory of Orthographic Projection


•Isometric Projection
7 5 •Theory of Oblique Projection
8 6 •Perspective Projection
9 PERIODICAL EXAM 2

10 7 •Isometric view of Curved Objects


11-12 8 •Plan Preparation
•Sectioning
•Use of Different Scale
13 PERIODICAL EXAM 3
D. References:

1. Ching, F. (2015). Architectural Graphics (6th ed.). New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons.
2. Giesecke, F., Mitchel, A., Spencer, H.G., Hill, I.L., Dygdon, J.T., Novale, J.E. Technical
Drawing (9th ed.)
3. Gill, P.S. Engineering Drawing (Geometrical Drawing) (13th ed.). S.K. Kataria & Sons.
4. Jefferis, A., Madsen, D.A., Madsen, D. P. (2011). Architectural Drafting & Design (6th ed.).
Canada: Delmar, Cengage Learning.
5. Rathnam, K. A First Course in Engineering Drawing
6. Taffesce, W. & Kassa, L. (2005). Engineering Drawing. Harayama University, Ethiopia Public
Health Training Initiative

E. Course Requirements

REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE


Quiz To be announced
Drawing Plates To be announced

F. Grading System

The Periodic Grades (P1, P2, and P3) are computed as follows:

PG = Class Standing*0.60 + Exam*.40


Passing Score = 60%

The Final Grade shall be computed as follows:

FG = (0.33 P1) + (0.33 P2) + (0.34 P3)

G. Contact Information
Name of Faculty: ______________________________
Consultation Hours: ______________________________
Email address: ______________________________

Dean’s signature over printed name Date


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Lesson Title: Materials:


LESSON 1: Introduction to Graphic communication SAS

Lesson Objectives: References:


1.Define what is graphic communication. 1. ENGINEERING
2.Demonstrate/identify/differentiate various types of drawings. DRAWING(Geometrical Drawing),
3. Explain the differences between different types Pritam Singh Gill, S.K. KATARIA &
4. Enumerate/elaborate the applications of technical drawings. SONS, 13th Edition.
2. ENGINEERING DRAWING,
WuttetTaffesce and Laikemariam
Kassa (Harayama University,
Ethiopia Public Health Training
Initiative ), 2005.
3.TECHNICAL DRAWING,
Frederick E. Giesecke, Alva
Mitchel, Henry Gil Spencer, Ivan
Leroy Hill, John Thomas Dygdon,
James E. Novale, 9th Edition.
4.A First Course in Engineering
Drawing- K.Rathnam

Productivity Tip:
“Start strong! Train your brain to shift to work mode by setting a regular time during the day for your lessons.
Set an alarm and stick to your working hours.”

A. LESSON PREVIEW/REVIEW
1) Introduction

What is Graphic Communication? All we know or have known was Verbal and Written Communication
way back English Classes before. Why suddenly, this type of communication pops up? Is it because of
a need to demonstrate what a client likes/plans/envisions to have, such as a house, a new-design car,
or even new design clothes in fashion, etc.?

When a client draws/demonstrates the house he/she likes to have, this is GRAPHIC
COMMUNICATION. Verbally he/she may not appear clear. So, the client writes down what he/she likes
to have as his/her house. Now, we may proceed with our Activity #1.

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2) Activity 1: What I Know Chart, part 1


Answer under the “What I Know” column. After learning about the lessons in this module, compare this
table with your answers in Activity 4 under “What I Learned” column.

What I Know Questions: What I Learned (Activity 4)


1. What is Graphic
Communication?

1. What is a Technical Drawing?

B.MAIN LESSON
1) Activity 2: Content Notes

In this section, we are to know the following topics:


a. Definition of a Drawing
b. Types of Drawings
c. Examples of Artistic and Technical Drawings
d. Components of Drawings
e. Types of Projections
f. Examples of Projections
g. Purpose and Application of Drawings

Drawing, in whole or in part, is a graphic representation and is the result of creative thought by an Engineer,
Architect, Technician, etc. Sketches, raw drawings, rough or free hand created figures are examples of graphic
communication. It involves using visual materials to relate/convey/explain ideas. Examples of graphic
communication include the following:
a. Drawings,
b. Photographs,
c. Slides,
d. Transparencies, and
e. Sketches.

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There are two types of Drawings:

a. Artistic Drawings - range in scope from the simplest line drawing to the most famous paintings.
Regardless of their complexity, artistic drawings are used to express the feelings, beliefs,
philosophies, and ideas of the artist. An example of an artistic drawing is shown below.

b. Technical Drawings- on the other hand, is not subtle, or abstract. It does not elicit emotion of its
creator, only a knowledge of technical drawings because it consists of notes, specifications, and
dimensions. An example of a Technical drawing is shown below.

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b.1. COMPONENTS: Technical drawings are based on the fundamental principles of projection. A
projection is a drawing or representation of an entity on an imaginary plane or planes. This projection
plane serves the same purpose in technical drawing as is served by the movie screen. It involves
four (4) components:
i. The actual object that the drawing or projection represents;
ii. The eye of the viewer looking at the object;
iii. The imaginary projection plane; and
iv. Imaginary lines of sight called Projectors.

b.2. BROAD TYPES: There are two (2) broad types of projections. These are:

i. PARALLEL PROJECTION - This is a type of projection where the lines of sight or


projectors are parallel and are perpendicular to the picture plane. It is subdivided into the
following two (2) categories:

a. Orthographic Drawing

a.1. Multi-view Drawing

a.2. Axonometric Drawing

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b. Oblique Drawing

b.1. Cavalier Projection


b.2. Cabinet Projection

ii. PERSPECTIVE PROJECTION - This is a type of drawing which attempts to replicate


what the human eye sees when it views an object. There are three types of Perspective
Projection:

a. One-Point Perspective Projection;


b. Two-Point Perspective Projection; and
c. Three-Point Perspective Projection.

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Purpose of Technical Drawings

Since these drawings are the results of design by Designers (Architects, Design Civil Engineers, Design
Electrical Engineers, Electronics and Communications Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, etc.), these are
required for:

a. Fabrication,
b. Manufacturing,
c. Construction, and
d. Assembly.

Applications of Technical Drawings

To construct what are OUTLINED/DETAILED in the DESIGN DRAWINGS, the following situations are
examples where drawings are needed:

a. Laying out of a building plan;


b. Designing the mould needed for mass-production manufacturing;
c. Ordering and cutting of formworks for structural members of a building; and
d. Programming of robotic drills to bore holes for the bolts of a car or machine in an assembly plant.

2) Activity 3: Skill-building Activities

Items Answer
1. Draw a house.

2. Draw a plant with flower.

3. Draw a dog and a cat.

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4. Draw a car.

5. Draw a bridge.

3) Activity 4: What I Know Chart, part 2

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Based on what you have read and learned in this module, proceed to Activity 1 in page 2 and answer
the "What I Learned" box/column. As soon as you are done with Activity 1, proceed back to Activity 5.

4) Activity 5: Check for Understanding


Multiple Choices. Encircle the letter of the correct answer that corresponds to the given statement.

1. It is a drawing or representation of an entity on an imaginary plane or planes

a. Projection b. Figure c. Lines d. Project

2. This is a type of projection where the lines of sight or projectors are parallel and are perpendicular to
the picture plane.

a. Perspective Projection b. Parallel Projection c. Technical drawing d. Artistic Drawing

3. This is a type of drawing which is based on the fundamental principles of projection.

a. Perspective Projection b. Parallel Projection c. Technical drawing d. Artistic Drawing

4. What do you call the imaginary lines of sight?

a. Projection b. Parallel Projection c. Projectors d. Plane

5. This is a type of projection where the receding edges are drawn to half the scale used for the drawing.

a. Cavalier Projection b. Parallel Projection c. Oblique Projection d. Cabinet Projection

C. LESSON WRAP-UP
1) Activity 6: Thinking about Learning

If you are done with this module, answer these evaluation questions. Give a short and concise answer.
If multiple choice, encircle the letter that corresponds to your choice of answer.

1. How well did you understand the Content Notes of this module?
a. Extremely Easy b. Easy c. Average d. Difficult e. Extremely Difficult

2. What made this module easy or difficult?

3. Did this module achieve its Lesson Objectives?


a. Yes b. No

You are done with the session! Let’s track your progress.

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FAQs

1. Can rough draft drawings be strict in the use of pen?

ANSWER: Pen thickness must just be ok for the drawing that is being made. Not too thick or not too thin.

2. Fine arts is a skill that uses pencil to draw human face, human body, etc. Can this be considered Artistic
Drawing?

ANSWER: It is considered an Artistic Drawing as such a drawing may depict/show emotion.

3. Nowadays, cell phones are equipped with built-in cameras and it can be used to get a photo of what people
like to have done for them, why still need to draw it?

ANSWER: Drawing is a basic requirement prior to constructing anything. Before anything can be pictured, it
must pass thru the drawing process.

KEY TO CORRECTIONS

Below are the answers for Activity 3: Skill-building Activities

Items Answer
1. Draw a house.

2. Draw a plant with flower.

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3. Draw a dog and a cat.

4. Draw a car.

5. Draw a bridge.

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Lesson Title: Materials:


LESSON 2: Drawing Instruments and Tools SAS

Lesson Objectives: References:


1. At closing of the module discussion, you must be able to list all 1. ENGINEERING
drawing instruments and tools. DRAWING(Geometrical Drawing),
2. Discuss in own words, how each instrument is used. Pritam Singh Gill, S.K. KATARIA &
SONS, 13th Edition.
2. ENGINEERING DRAWING,
WuttetTaffesce and Laikemariam
Kassa (Harayama University,
Ethiopia Public Health Training
Initiative ), 2005.
3.TECHNICAL DRAWING,
Frederick E. Giesecke, Alva
Mitchel, Henry Gil Spencer, Ivan
Leroy Hill, John Thomas Dygdon,
James E. Novale, 9th Edition.
4.A First Course in Engineering
Drawing- K.Rathnam

Productivity Tip:
“Start strong! Train your brain to shift to work mode by setting a regular time during the day for your lessons.
Set an alarm and stick to your working hours.”

A. LESSON PREVIEW/REVIEW
1) Introduction
Let us proceed to the Module 2 of our discussion about Engineering Drawing and Plans. This time we
focus on the tools and instruments used to construct/do a technical drawing starting from scratch. To
awaken your interest or curiosity, let us do Activity #1.

2) Activity 1: What I Know Chart, part 1

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Answer under the “What I Know” column. After learning about the lessons in this module, compare this
table with your answers in Activity 4 under “What I Learned” column.

What I Know Questions: What I Learned (Activity 4)


1. What instrument should you
use to make a straight
horizontal line?

2. What instrument should you


use to make a perfect circle?

3. Draw two lines, one using


ruler and one without using
any tools. Compare both
drawings. What is the
importance of using a ruler?

4. Draw two circles, one using a


compass and one without
using any tools. Compare both
drawings. What is the
importance of using a
compass?

5.a. 5. Make a drawing with a perfect 5.a.


circle and a straight line:

(a). TANGENT: Line touching


circle’s outside line.

(b). SECANT: Line


intersecting circle’s line.

5.b. 5.b.

B.MAIN LESSON
1) Activity 2: Content Notes

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The following are the drawing instruments used in technical drafting.

a. Drawing Board - approximately 20” x 24” in size, this is used to hold the drawing paper fastened by
drafting tape.

b. Drawing Table - a table having a surface consisting of a drawing board adjustable to various heights
and angles.

c. T-Square – a T-shaped ruler, used primarily to draw horizontal lines and for guiding the triangles
when drawing vertical and inclined lines.

d. Set of Instruments - Dividers and compasses which are used to assure accuracy, neatness and
speed in drawing geometric constructions.

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e. Triangles – comes in 45° x 45° and 30° x 60° variation; used to construct vertical lines and inclined
lines.

f. Triangular Reduction Scales– a ruler that has a 3-lobed cross-section with 6 different types
of scales on the edges (2 on each face) used for measuring and preparing scale drawings

g. French Curves and Templates–flat piece of plastic with irregular curves and standard symbols cut in
it.

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h. Protractors– used for measuring or setting off angles other than those obtainable using 30° x 60° and
45° x 45° triangles.

i. Leads, Erasers, and Ink


Keep your lead sharp! Only sharp lead can produce clean-cut black lines that sparkle with clarity.

j. Mechanical Pencils- a pencil with a plastic or metal case and a thin replaceable lead that may be
extended as the point is worn away by twisting the outer casing. These are neat drawing tools,
eliminating time to sharpen usual lead pencils.

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k. Tracing Paper and Drawing Paper-these are the mediums where you place your drawings. A Tracing
paper is a paper made to have low opacity, allowing light to pass through.

l. Drafting Tape- used to fasten the Drawing Paper securely to prevent any movement which can cause
projecting errors in the drawing work. Otherwise, parallel lines will not be truly parallel.

m. Technical Pens –inked-refillable pens used to finalize pencil markings

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m. Drawing Ink – used to fill technical pens

n. Tracing tubes and Bag- used to contain drawing papers to prevent damage

o. Speedball Pens – used for manual lettering work.

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2) Activity 3: Skill-building Activities


Using the proper tools as mentioned, draw the following items:
Items Answer
1. Draw a perfect circle.

2. Draw a straight line 3.65”


long and 3mm thick.

3) Activity 4: What I Know Chart, part 2

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Based on what you have read and learned in this module, proceed to Activity 1 in page 2 and answer
the "What I Learned" box/column. As soon as you are done with Activity 1, proceed back to Activity 5.

4) Activity 5: Check for Understanding

In an A3 size paper, do the Plate no. 1.


Plate Title: “Lettering”

C. LESSON WRAP-UP
1) Activity 6: Thinking about Learning

If you are done with this module, answer these evaluation questions. Give a short and concise answer.
If multiple choice, encircle the letter that corresponds to your choice of answer.

1. How well did you understand the Content Notes of this module?
a. Extremely Easy b. Easy c. Average d. Difficult e. Extremely Difficult

2. What made this module easy or difficult?

3. Did this module achieve its Lesson Objectives?


a. Yes b. No

You are done with the session! Let’s track your progress.

FAQs
1. Are rough draft drawings strict in the use of pen? Can we use other pen with different thickness if the
specified pen thickness is not available?

ANSWER: In technical drafting, on must follow hierarchy of pen thickness to differentiate overlapping lines.
The use of proper pen thickness should always be observed to prevent confusion in reading and interpretation
of lines in the drawings.

2. Civil Engineers do not work as draftsmen. Why do they need to know how to make good drawings?

ANSWER: Checking and interpreting of drawings is one of the responsibilities that may be given to Civil
Engineers especially on project sites. For a Civil Engineer to know the errors and possible conflicts in the
drawings, he/ she must be able to know how to make a proper drawing himself/ herself.

Design Civil Engineers are the ones giving instructions to draftsmen on what to draw. With this, they must be
able to know how to make a proper technical drawing for them to be able to manage and check the products of
their draftsmen. This is for them to make sure that all needed details are drawn as clear and as direct as

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possible to prevent errors in interpretation and implementation of the drawings on site.

KEY TO CORRECTIONS

Below are the answers for Activity 3: Skill-building Activities

Items Answer
1. Draw a perfect circle.

(Use a compass or template to draw a perfect circle.)

2. Draw a horizontal straight


line 3.65” long and 3mm
thick. (Use a ruler/ T-square/ straight edge with calibration to assure
the straightness and correct length and thickness.)

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Lesson Title: Materials:


LESSON 3: Lines and Dimensioning SAS

Lesson Objectives: References:


1. 1. At closing of the module discussion, you must be able to 1. ENGINEERING
distinguish different line types as per alphabet of INK lines. DRAWING(Geometrical Drawing),
2. You should be able to construct appropriate line types for drafting Pritam Singh Gill, S.K. KATARIA &
technical drawings. SONS, 13th Edition.
3. You must be able to use appropriate dimensioning lines in my 2. ENGINEERING DRAWING,
technical drawings. WuttetTaffesce and Laikemariam
Kassa (Harayama University,
Ethiopia Public Health Training
Initiative ), 2005.
3.ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING &
DESIGN, Alan Jefferis, David A.
Madsen, David P. Madsen, 6th
Edition.
4.A First Course in Engineering
Drawing- K. Rathnam

Productivity Tip:
“Start strong! Train your brain to shift to work mode by setting a regular time during the day for your lessons.
Set an alarm and stick to your working hours.”

A. LESSON PREVIEW/REVIEW
1) Introduction

Drafting is a universal graphic language that is composed of different lines, symbols, dimensions, and
notes to describe a structure to be built. These lines and lettering on a drawing must be meet a good
quality for easy and proper comprehensions and may be reproduced clearly. Properly drawn lines are
dark, crisp, sharp, and of a uniform thickness. There should be no variation in darkness, only a variation
in thickness, known as line contrast.

Lines are the primary method of displaying images on technical drawings. The lines must accurately
and clearly represent the drawing content. There are a variety of line types found on drawings. Each
type of line conveys a meaning in the way it is represented and its placement on the drawing.

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2) Activity 1: What I Know Chart, part 1


Answer under the “What I Know” column. After learning about the lessons in this module, compare this
table with your answers in Activity 4 under “What I Learned” column.

What I Know Questions: What I Learned (Activity 4)


1. To do the sectional view of a
cutting plane, what type of line
is designated? How does the
line look?

2. If you cut a basketball, how


will its section look?

3. If you need to cut a drawing


plan because it is too long,
what line should you use to
represent a matching line?

B. MAIN LESSON
1) Activity 2: Content Notes

Types of Lines

There are basically two widths of lines commonly found on technical drawings, thick and thin. The purpose
of different line widths is to make certain that lines stand out more than others. Thicker lines are meant to
be more dominant than other lines. They may not be any more important, but they are the first lines that
are intended to be seen by the viewer. For example, when you look at a floor plan, the wall lines and
related features should be the main focus at first glance.

Other lines, such as dimension lines, are equally important, but their appearance is subordinate to the lines
used to create the plan. This discussion introduces you to each of the lines commonly used in drafting. The
Figure 3-1 shows each type of line and its desired width.

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a. Construction Lines and


Guidelines

Construction lines are used for


laying out a drawing. They are
drawn very lightly so they do not
reproduce and so they are not
mistaken for any other lines on
the drawing. Manually drawn
construction lines are drawn with
very little pressure using a pencil
with 4H to 6H lead, and if drawn
properly do not need to be
erased. Use construction lines for
all preliminary work.

Guidelines are similar to


construction lines in that they
should be drawn lightly enough
so they do not reproduce.
Guidelines are drawn to guide
your manual lettering. For
example, if lettering on a drawing
is 1/8" (3 mm) high, then the
lightly drawn guidelines are
placed 1/8" (3 mm) apart.

b. Object Lines

The outline lines—or object lines,


as they are commonly called—
are a specific thickness so they
stand out from other lines, as
they form the outline of views.
Object lines are used to define
the outline and characteristic
features of architectural plan
components, but the method of
presentation can differ slightly
from one office to another.

Figure 3-1. Recommended line styles and weights, with an example as used in a partial floor plan.

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c. Dashed Lines

In mechanical drafting, dashed lines are called hidden


lines; the terms are interchangeable in architectural
drafting. Dashed lines are used to show drawing
features that are not visible in the view or plan. In
architectural drafting, dashed lines can also be
considered hidden lines because they are used to
show drawing features that are not visible in the view
or plan. These dashed features are important but
subordinate to the main emphasis of the drawing.

These lines are thin and generally drawn about 1/8" to Figure 3-2. Dashed line beam representation.
3/8" (3 to 10 mm) in length with a space of 1/16" to
1/8" (1.5 to 3 mm) between dashes. The dashes
should be kept uniform in length on the drawing, for
example, all 1/4" (6 mm) should have equal spaces.
Dashed lines are thin, and the spacing between
dashes should not be measured, but should be
approximately the same. Draw dashed lines manually
by estimating the dash length and spacing. It takes
practice to manually draw dashed lines.
Recommended leads for manual drafting are a 0.5-
mm automatic pencil with 2H or H lead, or a sharp
mechanical pencil with 4H, 2H, or H lead.

Examples of dashed-line representations include


beams shown in Figure 3-2 and upper kitchen
cabinets, dishwasher, and electrical circuit runs as
shown in Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3. Dashed lines for upper kitchen cabinets, dishwasher,
and electrical circuit runs.
d. Extension and Dimension Lines

Extension lines show the extent of a dimension. Dimension lines show the length of the dimension and
terminate at the related extension lines with slashes, arrowheads, or dots.

The dimension numeral in feet and inches, or millimeters, is generally placed above and near the center of
the dimension line. Extension lines generally start a short distance, such as 1/16" (1.5 mm) away from the
feature being dimensioned and typically run 1/8" (3 mm) beyond the last dimension line.

When you are dimensioning to a feature such as the center of a window, the center line becomes an
extension line. Figure 3-4 shows several extension and dimension lines. Extension and dimension lines are
generally thin, dark, crisp lines that can be drawn with a sharp mechanical pencil or 0.5-mm automatic
pencil using 4H, 2H, or H lead, depending on the amount of pressure you use.

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Figure 3-4. Extension and dimension lines.

d. Leader Lines

Leader lines are also thin, dark, crisp lines. These lines
are used to connect notes to related features on a
drawing. Leader lines can be drawn freehand or with an
irregular curve. Do them freehand if you can do a good
job, but use an irregular curve if they are not smooth.

The leader should start from the vertical center at the


beginning or end of a note and be terminated with an
arrowhead at the feature. Some companies prefer that
leaders be straight lines beginning with a short shoulder Figure 3-5. Sample leader lines. The style for leaders
and angling to the feature. Figure 3-5 shows several should be the same throughout the drawing.
examples.

These are drawn at an angle not less than 30° with the horizontal. A leader line is terminated in a horizontal
bar with a note at one end. The other end is terminated with a dot if it ends within the outline of the object;
(see Figure3-6A). An arrowhead is used to terminate its end if the end is on the outline of the object
(Figure3-6B). The end is terminated without a dot or an arrowhead if it ends on a dimension line (Figure3-
6C).

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A B C

Figure 3-6. (A) Dot head. (B) Arrowhead. (C) Leader line connected to a dimension line.

e. Break Lines

Break lines are used, for example, to remove a portion of an object, to show a partial view, or to shorten a
long object. Break lines are also used to terminate features on a drawing when the extent of the feature
has been clearly defined.

Two types of break lines can be used in technical drafting: the long break line and the short break line. The
long break line is normally associated with technical drafting and uses a break symbol that is generally
drawn freehand.

Figure 3-7A shows several examples. The short break line can be found on some architectural drawings.
This line, as shown in Figure 3-7A, is an irregular line drawn freehand and is used for a short area. The
short break line is less commonly used in architectural drafting than the long break line. Breaks in
cylindrical objects such as steel bars and pipes are shown in Figure 3-7B.

Figure 3-7. (A) Solid break lines. (B) Cylindrical break lines.

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2) Activity 3: Skill-building Activities

Items Answer
1. What is the line used for
borders? Draw it.

2. How does a Hidden line


look like?

3. How is a center line


drawn?

4. Indicate a long break line


which acts as a “match line
for very lengthy drawings.

3) Activity 4: What I Know Chart, part 2

Based on what you have read and learned in this module, proceed to Activity 1 in page 2 and answer
the "What I Learned" box/column. As soon as you are done with Activity 1, proceed back to Activity 5.

4) Activity 5: Check for Understanding

In an A3 size paper, do the Plate no. 2.


Plate Title: “Lines and Curves”

C. LESSON WRAP-UP

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1) Activity 6: Thinking about Learning

If you are done with this module, answer these evaluation questions. Give a short and concise answer.
If multiple choice, encircle the letter that corresponds to your choice of answer.

1. How well did you understand the Content Notes of this module?
a. Extremely Easy b. Easy c. Average d. Difficult e. Extremely Difficult

2. What made this module easy or difficult?

3. Did this module achieve its Lesson Objectives?


a. Yes b. No

You are done with the session! Let’s track your progress.

FAQs

1. Are rough draft drawings strict in the use of pen? Can we use other pen with different thickness if the
specified pen thickness is not available?

ANSWER: In technical drafting, one must follow hierarchy of pen thickness to differentiate overlapping lines.
The use of proper pen thickness should always be observed to prevent confusion in reading and interpretation
of lines in the drawings.

2. Civil Engineers do not work as draftsmen. Why do they need to know how to make good drawings?

ANSWER: Checking and interpreting of drawings is one of the responsibilities that may be given to Civil
Engineers especially on project sites. For a Civil Engineer to know the errors and possible conflicts in the
drawings, he/ she must be able to know how to make a proper drawing himself/ herself.

Design Civil Engineers are the ones giving instructions to draftsmen on what to draw. With this, they must be
able to know how to make a proper technical drawing for them to be able to manage and check the output of
their draftsmen. This is for them to make sure that all needed details are drawn as clear and as direct as
possible to prevent errors in interpretation and implementation of the drawings on site.

KEY TO CORRECTIONS

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Below are the answers for Activity 3: Skill-building Activities

Items Answer
1. What is the line used for Thick line
borders? Draw it.

2. How does a Hidden line


look like?

(The line should be thin)


3. How is a center line
drawn?

(The line should be thin)


4. Indicate a long break line
which acts as a match line
for very lengthy drawings.
(The line should be thin)

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