TLE 10 Technical Drafting Quarter 1 Module 3: Operate CAD Software and Computer Hardware (CAD Commands)

This is the Grade 10 Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) self-learning module for ICT-Technical Drafting NC II, Quarter 1, Module 3: Operate CAD Software and Computer Hardware (Manipulating CAD Features: Commands). It is for Week 3 of the quarter and introduces the basic drawing commands in AutoCAD. After the module, learners can name the main drawing commands, explain what each one does, and use them to draft a plate exercise.

What learners will learn

The module covers this competency:

  • LO 1. Operate CAD software and computer hardware. 1.3 Manipulate CAD features as per job requirement: Commands (code TLE_ICTTD9-12CA-Ic-j-2)

After going through the module, learners are expected to:

  1. identify the different drawing commands and their functions;
  2. draft the plate exercise using the drawing commands; and
  3. show organization and creativity in choosing the right commands for a drawing.

The module has one lesson, “Manipulating CAD Features as per Job Requirement: Commands.”

Basic drawing commands in AutoCAD

Draw commands create new objects such as lines and circles. The module explains that most AutoCAD drawings are built from these basic parts. You can start a command by typing its name or shortcut on the keyboard, from the Draw pull-down menu, or from the Draw toolbar. Use whichever method is easiest for you; speed comes with practice.

CommandShortcutWhat it does
LineLDraws a simple line from one point to another. A “rubber band” line shows where the line will go before you pick the second point.
Construction LineXLCreates a line of infinite length through two picked points. Useful for frameworks or grids to design within.
Polyline (Pline)PLLike Line, but the segments form a single object. Points where segments join are called vertices. Press Enter to leave it open or C to close it.
RectangleRECDraws a rectangle with vertical and horizontal sides by picking two diagonal corners. Type D to enter exact length and width.
PolygonPOLDraws a regular polygon with 3 to 1024 sides, inscribed or circumscribed about an imaginary circle, or defined by edge length.
CircleCDraws circles. The default is to pick a center, then a point on the circle or a typed radius.
ArcADraws an arc. The default uses three points: start, second point, and end.
EllipseELThe default is to pick the two endpoints of one axis, then a third point for the other axis.
Hatchnone givenFills an enclosed area or selected object with a pattern or fill.
Wipe OutWipeoutAn image-type object used to “mask” part of a drawing for clarity, for example to place text over a busy area.
HelixHelixCreates a 2D or 3D spiral.
Rectangular revision cloudnone givenCreates a revision cloud by drawing a rectangle.

Polygon options

  • Inscribed: the polygon sits inside the circle, with its corners (vertexes) touching it. This is the default.
  • Circumscribed: the polygon sits outside the circle, with its edges touching it.
  • Edge: the polygon is defined by the length of one edge.

The Polygon command produces a closed polyline.

Six ways to draw a circle

  1. Center, Radius: a center point and a radius.
  2. Center, Diameter: a center point and a diameter.
  3. 2-Point: the two endpoints of the diameter.
  4. 3-Point: three points on the circumference.
  5. Tan, Tan, Radius: a set radius, tangent to two objects.
  6. Tan, Tan, Tan: tangent to three objects.

Types of ellipses

  • Center: uses a specified center point.
  • Axis, End: creates an ellipse or an elliptical arc.
  • Elliptical Arc: creates an elliptical arc.

Tips and tricks

  • Right-clicking and choosing “Enter” from the context menu works the same as pressing Enter, and the module calls it the more efficient way to work.
  • Press the Spacebar or right-click to repeat the last command, for example to draw another line without restarting the Line command.

Activities in the module

  • What I Know (pretest): 15 multiple-choice items on commands and shortcuts.
  • What’s In, “Fill Me Up”: reviews parts of the AutoCAD screen such as the menu bar, crosshair, and command line.
  • What’s New, “Riddle Me This”: four shape riddles.
  • What’s More, “The Truth About Drawing Commands”: 10 true-or-false statements. Draw a heart for true; underline or write the wrong word or phrase for false.
  • What I Have Learned: complete sentences summing up what drawing commands are and how they help.
  • What I Can Do, Activity 1 (Plate Exercise): draft eight figures in AutoCAD and save as LastName_FirstName_myplateexercise1.dwg. Figure 1 has step-by-step instructions: a 2 x 2 rectangle with REC, midlines with L, then two diagonals. It is scored on following instructions, proficiency, accuracy, use of AutoCAD command tools, and completeness.
  • Activity 2 (Functional Commands): for learners without a computer or AutoCAD. Write the function and command sequence of 10 commands.
  • Assessment: a 15-item multiple-choice post-test.
  • Additional Activity: draw a flowchart for a fictional COVID-19 checkpoint’s border rules, scored on drawing, neatness, and submission (30 points).

How to use this module

  • Learners: answer What I Know first, then work through each part in order and finish each task before moving on. Write all answers on a separate sheet, check them honestly against the answer key at the end, and return the module to your teacher when done. If you have no computer or AutoCAD, do Activity 2 instead of the plate exercise.
  • Parents and guardians: the module asks you to support your child’s home learning. Remind them to use separate answer sheets and to ask the teacher when they get stuck.
  • Teachers and facilitators: orient learners on using the module, track their progress, and use the rubrics to grade the plate exercise and flowchart.

Frequently asked questions

What grade and quarter is this module for?

It is for Grade 10 TLE, ICT-Technical Drafting NC II, Quarter 1, Week 3. The competency code printed is TLE_ICTTD9-12CA-Ic-j-2.

What AutoCAD commands does the module cover?

Line, Construction Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Polygon, Circle, Arc, Ellipse, Hatch, Wipe Out, Helix, and Rectangular Revision Cloud, with their shortcut keys and uses.

Does the module have an answer key?

Yes. The answer key at the end covers the pretest, What’s In, What’s New, What’s More, and the post-test. The plate exercise and flowchart are graded with rubrics.

What if I do not have a computer or AutoCAD?

The plate exercise is only for learners with a computer and AutoCAD. Others proceed to Activity 2, where they write the function and command sequence of each drawing command.

How many sides can the Polygon command draw?

According to the module, the Polygon command draws regular polygons from 3 up to 1024 sides.

Full text of the module

The text below is a transcription of the PDF above, as printed.

Technology and Livelihood Education

Quarter 1 – Module 3

Operate CAD Software and Computer Hardware

(Manipulating CAD Features: Commands)

Technical Drafting NC II

[illustration: teachers and learners studying outdoors and indoors, with a globe and a lamp]

CO_Q1_TLE 10_Module 3

[transcriber’s note: this page repeats the cover text (Technology and Livelihood Education, Quarter 1 – Module 3, Operate CAD Software and Computer Hardware, Technical Drafting NC II), which is transcribed once above]

ICT-Technical Drafting – Grade 10

Alternative Delivery Mode

Quarter 1 – Module 2: Operate CAD Software and Computer Hardware

(Manipulating CAD features: Commands)

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This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.

Each SLMS is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.

Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you will be honest in using these.

In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best help you on your home-based learning.

Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and test. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task.

If you have questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.

Thank you.

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that will help you in guiding the learner.

For the facilitator:

Hi, as a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You also need to keep track of the learners’ progress while allowing them to manage their own learning. Kindly, advise the learner’s parents or guardians of the same procedure since they will be the primary supporters in the learners’ progress. Please, do not forget to remind the learner to use separate sheets in answering all of the activities found in the learning module

For the learner:

Hello learner, Welcome to the Technical Drafting NC II Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Manipulating CAD features: Commands. I hope you are ready to

progress in your Grade 10 TLE in Technical Drafting with this learning module. This is designed to provide you with interactive tasks to further develop the desired learning competencies prescribed in our curriculum. With this, you are expected to appreciate staking through the information and activity given.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

ICONLABELDETAIL
What I Need to KnowThis contains the learning objectives which you need to accomplish.
What I knowThis evaluates what you know about the lesson you are to learn.
What’s InThis connects the current lesson with a topic necessary in your understanding.
What’s NewThis introduces the lesson through an activity.
What Is ItThis contains a brief discussion of the learning module lesson.
What’s MoreThese are activities to check your understanding of the lesson.
What I have LearnedThis summarizes the important ideas presented in the lesson.
What I Can DoThis is a real-life application of what you have learned.
AssessmentThis is a post assessment of what you have learned.
Additional ActivityThis is an activity that will strengthen your knowledge about the lesson.

At the end of this module you will also find:

References: This is a list of all sources used in developing this module.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

What I Need to Know ……………………………………………………………… 1 What I Know …………………………………………………………………………. 2 What’s In ……………………………………………………………………………… 4 What’s New …………………………………………………………………………… 5 What Is It ………………………………………………………………………………. 6 What’s More …………………………………………………………………………. 13 What I Have Learned ……………………………………………………………… 14 What I Can Do ……………………………………………………………………… 14 Assessment ………………………………………………………………………….. 17 Additional Activity …………………………………………………………………. 19 Answer Key ………………………………………………………………………….. 20 References …………………………………………………………………………… 21

Lesson 1: Manipulating CAD Features as per Job Requirement: Commands

The following are some reminders in using this module:

  1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
  2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities included in the module.
  3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
  4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
  5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
  6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.

If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written to guide you to acquire the learning competencies and develop your skills in manipulating the AutoCAD Commands in ICT-Technical Drafting. The scope of this module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. However, the order in which you read the module can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.

ItemDetail
Quarter/WeekQ1/W3
Learning Competency CodeTLE_ICTTD9-12CA-Ic-j- 2
Learning CompetencyLO 1. Operate CAD software and computer hardware
1.3 Manipulate CAD features as per job requirement: Commands

Learning Objectives:

After going through this module, you are expected to:

  1. identify the different drawing commands and its functions.
  2. draft the plate exercise using the drawing commands; and,
  3. manifest organization and creativity in choosing the appropriate commands in a drawing.

What I Know

Pretest

Multiple Choice.

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on the separate sheet of paper.

  1. It is a drawing command like the line command except that the resulting object may be composed of several segments which form a single object.
    A. Line
    B. Polyline
    C. Polygon
    D. Construction Line


  2. Which of the following shortcut key command is used to draw arcs?
    A. A
    B. C
    C. POL
    D. REC


  3. Which of the following commands does not belong to the group?
    A. MI
    B. A
    C. REC
    D. POL


  4. It is a command used to create a 2D spiral or 3D spiral.
    A. Arc
    B. Helix
    C. Ellipse
    D. Revision Cloud


  5. It is a command that creates a line of infinite length which passes through twopicked points.
    A. Line
    B. Polyline
    C. Polygon
    D. Construction Line


  6. It is a drawing command used to “mask” part of a drawing for clarity.
    A. Line
    B. Helix
    C. Rectangle
    D. Wipe Out


  7. Pressing the _____ key repeat the last command used.
    A. Escape
    B. Delete
    C. Left Click
    D. Spacebar


  8. Which of the following command is used to draw a rectangle whose sides arevertical and horizontal?
    A. Circle
    B. Ellipse
    C. Polygon
    D. Rectangle


  9. What is the shortcut key of Polyline command?
    A. PL
    B. PLL
    C. Poly
    D. Polyline


  10. Which of the following is the shortcut key of Ellipse command?
    A. EL
    B. ELP
    C. ELS
    D. ELLY


  11. Which of the following types of circles is used to create circle with specified radiustangent to two objects?
    A. 3-point
    B. Tan, Tan, Tan
    C. Center, diameter
    D. Tan, Tan, Radius


  12. It is a command that creates a revision cloud drawing a rectangle.


  • A. Adobe cloud
  • B. Google Cloud
  • C. Revision cloud
  • D. One drive cloud
  1. It is a command that draws a simple line from one point to another.
  • A. Arc
  • B. Ellipse
  • C. Line
  • D. Construction Line
  1. Which of the following types of circles is used to create a circle using a center point and a radius?
  • A. 2-point
  • B. 3-point
  • C. Center, diameter
  • D. Center, radius
  1. In AutoCAD, how many sides can polygon draw?
  • A. 1021
  • B. 1022
  • C. 1023
  • D. 1024

What’s In

Fill Me Up

Directions. Read the different statements carefully and fill out the boxes with correct letters to complete the correct word that best describes the statements. Write your answers on the answer sheet provided.

  1. This is the horizontal strip across the top of an application’s window.



  2. This is the part of the AutoCAD working environment where you can save your drawing file?



  3. It is used to create new objects such as lines and circles.



  4. It is a type of cursor consisting of two lines that intersect and are used to locate points and selects objects in your drawing.



  5. It is where you enter the commands from the keyboard and where the prompts are displayed.



[transcriber’s note: each statement has a row of answer boxes for letters; one box in some rows is shaded black. The boxes are not transcribed individually.]

What’s New

Riddle Me This

Directions. Read, analyze, and try to answer the riddle. Write your answer on the answer sheet provided.

  1. What shape am I
    I have four sides
    All of my sides are the same length
    I also have four corners.
    Do you know what shape I am?


  2. What shape am I
    I have four sides and four corners
    I am not a square or a rectangle
    Two of my sides are parallel
    Do you know what shape I am?


  3. What shape am I
    I have eight corners.
    All my sides are straight.


Do you know what shape I am?

  1. What shape am I
    I am a shape that has no edges.
    I am a shape you’d draw to show that you love something.

Do you know what shape I am?

What Is It

Basic Drawing Commands

The Draw commands can be used to create new objects such as lines and circles. Most AutoCAD drawings are composed purely and simply from these basic components. A good understanding of the Draw commands is fundamental to the efficient use of AutoCAD.

[illustration: Draw toolbar showing Line, Polyline, Circle, and Arc tools, with other tools at right] Line Polyline Circle Arc Draw

Command names or shortcuts can be entered at the keyboard, commands can be started from the Draw pull-down menu, shown on the right or from the Draw toolbar. The method you use is dependent upon the type of work you are doing and how experienced a user you are. Do not worry too much about this, just use whatever method you feel the easiest or the most convenient at the time. Your drawing technique will improve over time and with experience so do not expect to be working very quickly at first.

Let us explore the different commands in drawing toolbar.

1. Line Command

With the Line command you can draw a simple line from one point toanother. When you pick the first point and move the crosshairs to thelocation of the second point you will see a rubber band line which shows you where the line will be drawn when the second point is picked.

[illustration: Line tool icon] Line

Command: LINE or L(enter)Specify first point: (pick P1)

[chart: diagram of the Line command rubber band; labels as printed] Crosshair Rubber band Line Point 2 Point 1

2. The Construction Line

Shortcut key: XL

The Construction Line command creates a line of infinite length which passes through two picked points. Construction lines are very useful for creating construction frameworks or grids within which to design.

Command: XLine Specify first point (pick P1) Specify through point (pick P2)

[chart: diagram of a construction line through two points; labels as printed] P1 P2

3. Polyline Command

Shortcut Key: PL

The Polyline or Pline command is like the line command except thatthe resulting object may be composed of several segments which form a single object. In addition to the two ends a polyline is said to have vertices (singular vertex) where intermediate line segments join. Follow the command sequence below to see how this works.

[illustration: Polyline tool icon] Polyline

Command Sequence

Command: PLINE Specify start point: (pick P1) Current linewidth is 0.0000 Specify next point or [Arc/Halfwidth/Length/Undo/Width]: (pick P2) Specify next point or [Arc/Close/Halfwidth/Length/Undo/Width]: (pick P3) Specify next point or [Arc/Close/Halfwidth/Length/Undo/Width]: (pick P4) Specify next point or [Arc/Close/Halfwidth/Length/Undo/Width]: (pick P5) Specify next point or [Arc/Close/Halfwidth/Length/Undo/Width]: Return (or C to close)

[chart: two diagrams, Open Polyline and Closed Polyline; labels as printed: P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 press enter, Open Polyline, P5 press C to close, Closed Polyline]

4. Rectangle Command

Shortcut Key: Rec

The Rectangle command is used to draw a rectangle whose sides are vertical and horizontal. The position and size of the rectangle are defined by picking two diagonal corners.

[illustration: Rectangle tool icon] Rectangle

Command Sequence

Command: RECTANGLE Specify first corner point or [Chamfer/Elevation/Fillet/Thickness/Width]: (pick P1) Specify other corner point or [Dimensions]: (pick P2)

[chart: diagram of a rectangle with diagonal corners; labels as printed: P1, P2]

Say you wanted to draw a rectangle 20 drawing units long and 10 drawing units wide. The command sequence would look like this:

Command: RECTANGLE Specify first corner point or [Chamfer/Elevation/Fillet/Thickness/Width]: (pick a point) Specify other corner point or [Dimensions]: D Specify length for rectangles <0.0000>: 20 Specify width for rectangles <0.0000>: 10 Specify other corner point or [Dimensions]: (pick a point to fix the orientation)

[chart: rectangle with dimensions; labels as printed: 20 (horizontal), 10 (vertical)]

4. Polygon command

Shortcut Key: Pol

The Polygon command can be used to draw any regular polygon from 3 sides up to 1024 sides. This command requires four inputs from the user, the number of sides, a pick point for the center of the polygon, whether you want the polygon inscribed or circumscribed and then a pick point which determines both the radius of this imaginary circle and the orientation of the polygon. The polygon command creates a closed polyline in the shape of the required polygon.

[illustration: Polygon tool icon] Polygon

Command Sequence

Command: POLYGON or POL Enter number of sides <4>: 5 Return Specify center of polygon or [Edge]: (pick P1 or type E to define by edge length) Enter an option [Inscribed in circle/Circumscribed about circle] <I>: Return (to accept the inscribed default or type C for circumscribed) Specify radius of circle: (pick P2 or enter exact radius)

[chart: three polygon diagrams; labels as printed: P1, P2, Inscribed, Circumscribed, Edge]

In the illustration above, the polygon on the left is inscribed (inside the circle with the polygon vertexes touching it), the one in the middle is circumscribed (outside the circle with the polyline edges tangential to it) and the one on the right is defined by the length of an edge.

5. The Circle Command

Shortcut Key: C

The Circle command is used to draw circles. There are several ways you can define the circle. The default method is to pick the center point and then to either pick a second point on the circumference of the circle or enter the circle radius at the keyboard.

[illustration: Circle tool icon] Circle

Command Sequence

Command: CIRCLE Specify center point for circle or [3P/2P/Ttr (tan tan radius)]: (pick P1) Specify radius of circle or [Diameter] <50.0195>: (pick P2 or enter the exact radius)

There are different types of circles:

  1. Center, Radius: Create a circle using a center point and a radius

[chart: circle with center P1, point P2 on circumference, radius labeled R 8.91; labels as printed]

  1. Center, Diameter: Create a circle using a center point and a diameter

[chart: circle with diameter line through P1 and P2; labels as printed: P1, P2, Ø8.9]

  1. 2-Point: Create a circle using a two endpoint of the diameter

[chart: two overlapping circles with points P1 and P2 at intersections; labels as printed: P1, P2]

  1. 3-Point: Create a circle using three points on the circumference

[chart: circle through three points; labels as printed: P1, P2, P3]

  1. Tan, Tan, Radius: Create a circle with specified radius tangent to two objects.

[chart: three circles, one tangent to two others; labels as printed: P1, P2]

  1. Tan, Tan, Tan: Create a circle tangent to three objects

[chart: circle tangent to a rectangle at three points; labels as printed: P1, P2, P3]

The Arc Command

Shortcut Key: A

The Arc command allows you to draw an arc of a circle. There are numerous ways to define an arc, the default method uses three pick points, a start point, a second point and an end point. Using this method, the drawn arc will start at the first pick point, pass through the second point and end at the third point. Once you have mastered the default method try some of the others. You may, for example need to draw an arc with a specific radius. All the Arc command options are available from the pull-down menu.

[illustration: Arc tool icon] Arc

[transcriber’s note: the printed page numbers on these pages run 11 to 18; the page markers follow the requested numbering, 17 to 24]

Command SequenceCommand: ARC or A Specify start point of arc or [Center]: (pick P1) Specify second point of arc or [Center/End]: (pick P2)Specify end point of arc: (pick P3)

[illustration: 3-point arc with points P1, P2 and P3 marked along the curve; label: 3-point Arc]

7. The Ellipse Command

Shortcut Key: EL

The Ellipse command gives you several different creation options. The default option is to pick the two end points of an axis and then a third point to define the eccentricity of the ellipse. After you have mastered the default option, try out the others.

[illustration: three ellipse option icons labeled Center, Axis, End and Elliptical Arc]

Command Sequence

Command: ELLIPSE Specify axis endpoint of ellipse or [Arc/Center]: (pick P1) Specify another endpoint of axis: (pick P2) Specify distance to other axis or [Rotation]: (pick P3)

Types of Ellipses

a. Center Creates an ellipse usingspecified center point

[illustration: ellipse with center point P1 and points P2 and P3 on its outline]

b. Axis, End Creates an ellipse or anelliptical arc.

[illustration: ellipse with points P1 and P2 at the ends of the axis and P3 on the other axis]

c. Elliptical Arc Creates an elliptical arc.

[illustration: elliptical arc through points P1 to P5, with P2 below the arc]

8. Hatch Command

Fills an enclosed area or selected object with a hatch pattern or fill.

[illustration: circle labeled No Hatch and rectangle labeled With Hatch]

Other drawing command

9. The Wipe Out Command

Keyboard Shortcut: Wipe out

A Wipeout is an image type object. Most commonly it is used to “mask” part of a drawing for clarity. For example, you may want to add text to a complicated part of a drawing.

[illustration: hatched rectangle next to a wipeout boundary with corner points P1, P2, P3 and P4]

10. Helix

Keyboard Shortcut: Helix Creates a 2D spiral or 3D spiral

[illustration: 2D helix drawn as concentric circles with P1 at the center and P2, 3,… marked; 3D helix drawn as stacked loops with P1 at the base]

2D Helix 3D Helix

11. Rectangular revision cloud

Creates a revision cloud drawing a rectangle.

[illustration: rectangular revision cloud drawn around a corner of a drawing]

TIPS and TRICKS

You will have noticed that many of the draw commands require the Enter key on the keyboard to be pressed to end them. In AutoCAD, clicking the right mouse key and selecting “Enter” from the context menu has the same effect as using the Enter key on the keyboard. Using the right-click context menu is a much more efficient way of working than using the keyboard.

You can also use the Spacebar key or right mouse click to repeat the last command used. When a command has ended, you can start it again by right clicking and selecting “Spacebar command” from the context menu rather that entering the command at the keyboard or selecting it from the pull-down or toolbar. By this method it is possible, for example, to repeat the line command without specifically invoking it.

What’s More

THE TRUTH ABOUT DRAWING COMMANDS

Directions: Carefully read and analyze if the statement is true or false. If the statement is true, draw a heart sign ♡. If the statement is false, underline or write the word or phrases that makes the statement false. Write your answers on the answer sheets provided.

  1. Hatch Command fills an enclosed area or selected object with a hatch pattern or fill.
  2. The position and size of the rectangle are defined by picking three diagonal corners.
  3. The Polyline command is like the line command except that the resulting object may be composed of several segments which form a single object.
  4. The polygon is circumscribed when the inside of the circle with the polygon vertexes touching it.
  5. The Polygon command can be used to draw any regular polygon from 3 sides up to 1025 sides.
  6. Wipe out command creates a revision cloud drawing a rectangle.
  7. Construction lines are very useful for creating constructionframeworks or grids within which to design.
  8. You can also use the Escape key or right mouse click to repeat the last command used.
  9. Clicking the right mouse key and selecting “Enter” from the context menu has the same effect as using the Enter key on the keyboard.
  10. The arc command used to draw simple line from one point to another.

What I Have Learned

Stating Concept

Directions. Generalize your learning from this module by completing the statement below. Use your own words or understanding when completing the statements and write your answers on the answer sheets provided.

From this module I have learned that

Drawing commands are located at the _____. They are used to _____.

Some examples of drawing commands are _____ _____.

The drawing commands helps me in _____ _____.

What I Can Do

Activity 1: Plate Exercise

Directions.

  1. Explore the drawing commands by drafting the given figures below.
  2. Save your work as <LastName_FirstName_myplateexercise1>.dwg

Note: This exercise is only applicable for those who have computer devices and AutoCAD software. If you don’t have any devices and AutoCAD software, you can proceed to Activity 2 on page 15.

[illustration: Plate Number 1 Exercise showing eight figures labeled Figure 1 to Figure 8]

[illustration: Figure 1, a square divided by its midlines and diagonals]

Follow the steps and procedures in drafting figure 1.

  1. To draw the rectangle with a dimension of 2×2, click the rectangle command in the drawing tool or type REC in thecommand bar. Drag the rectangle in the workplace.
  2. In the command line select dimensions or type d enter>type 2 > press enter>type 2 press enter.
  3. Draw horizontal and vertical line in the middle of the rectangle by selecting theline command in drawing tool bar or typing the shortcut key of line- L.
  4. Draw diagonal line.
  5. Complete your drawing by adding another diagonal line.

Performance Criteria on Plate Exercise

CriteriaExcellent (10 pts)Very satisfactory (8 pts)Satisfactory (5 pts)Needs Improvement (3 pt)Score
Followed the instructions Followed the given instructions/procedure from start to finish, observed correct usage of command tools
CriteriaExcellent (10 pts)Very satisfactory (8 pts)Satisfactory (5 pts)Needs Improvement (3 pt)Score
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Proficiency Perform task with competence and exceptional performance
Accuracy Perform the task with no errors
Use of AutoCAD command tools Demonstrate high degree of competency with AutoCAD commands. Can prioritize commands and tools usage to create and modify objects.
Completeness Drawings are completed quickly and efficiently with no errors
Total
Activity 2: Functional Commands

Directions: Write down the functions of each drawing commands and its command sequence. Write your answers on the answer sheet provided

Drawing CommandFunctionsCommand Sequence
Ex. CircleUsed to draw a circleType C in command line or click the circle command in the draw toolbar then press enter.
1. Rectangle
2. Polygon
3. Hatch
4. Arc
Drawing CommandFunctionsCommand Sequence
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5. Ellipse
6. Wipe Out
7. Polyline
8. Helix
9. Revision Cloud
10. Line

Post-Assessment

Multiple Choice.

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on the separate sheet of paper.

  1. It is a drawing command like the line command except that the resulting objectmay be composed of several segments which form a single object.
    A. Line
    B. Polyline
    C. Polygon
    D. Construction Line


  2. Which of the following command is used to draw a rectangle whose sides arevertical and horizontal?
    A. Circle
    B. Ellipse
    C. Polygon
    D. Rectangle


  3. It is a command used to create a 2D spiral or 3D spiral.
    A. Arc
    B. Helix
    C. Ellipse
    D. Revision Cloud


  4. In AutoCAD, how many sides can polygon draw?
    A. 1021
    B. 1022
    C. 1023
    D. 1024


  5. Which of the following shortcut key command is used to draw arcs?
    A. A
    B. C
    C. POL
    D. REC


  6. It is a drawing command used to “mask” part of a drawing for clarity.
    A. Line
    B. Helix
    C. Rectangle
    D. Wipe Out


  7. Which of the following types of circles is used to create circle with specified radiustangent to two objects?
    A. 3-point
    B. Tan, Tan, Tan
    C. Center, diameter
    D. Tan, Tan, Radius


  8. Pressing the _____ key repeat the last command used.
    A. Escape
    B. Delete
    C. Left Click
    D. Spacebar


  9. What is the shortcut key of Polyline command?
    A. PL
    B. PLL
    C. Poly
    D. Polyline


  10. Which of the following types of circles is used to create a circle using a center pointand a radius?
    A. 2-point
    B. 3-point
    C. Center, diameter
    D. Center, radius


  11. Which of the following command does not belong to the group?
    A. MI
    B. A
    C. REC
    D. POL


  12. It is a command that creates a revision cloud drawing a rectangle.
    A. Adobe cloud
    B. Google Cloud
    C. Revision cloud
    D. One drive cloud


  13. It is a command that draws a simple line from one point to another.
    A. Arc
    B. Ellipse
    C. Line
    D. Construction Line


  14. It is a command that creates a line of infinite length which passes through twopicked points.
    A. Line
    B. Polyline
    C. Polygon
    D. Construction Line


  15. Which of the following is the shortcut key of Ellipse command?
    A. EL
    B. ELP
    C. ELS
    D. ELLY


Additional Activity

CRAFTING A FLOWCHART USING BASIC SHAPES

Directions: During the COvid-19 Pandemic, assuming that you are a police officer assigned at a checkpoint station at a major entry point in Defghi City. Using a flowchart, draw how you will implement and make decisions on border management based on the guidelines below.

SECTION 2. GENERAL RESTRICTIONS FOR BORDER MANAGEMENT. The PNP-DEFGHI City Police Office, shall maintain checkpoint stations on major entry points to DEFGHI for the duration of the GCQ, in accordance with the following rules:

A. Authorized Persons Outside of Residence (APOR) travelling for authorized, official, or work-related purposes shall be allowed entry, subject to triage protocols and documentary requirements stated in https://abc.defghij.gov.ph/, or in Advisories that may be issued to have supplement effect hereto;

B. Tourism and leisure travel shall be limited to residents, and non-residents who have duly registered with https://pasyal.defghij.gov.ph/;

C. Residents of the municipalities of Jklmn, Opqr, Stuv, and Wxyz shall be allowed to enter the city to avail of essential goods and services upon the presentation of valid Medical Certificate/Medical Clearance in accordance with the DJOSW Joint Advisory issued on 21 July 2021.

D. Non-APORs may enter the City, provided, they are able to present a valid Joint Task Force Shield Travel Authority duly issued in their place of origin, and they subject themselves for assessment at the City’s designated Triage Units.

Performance Rubrics

CriteriaOutstanding (10 points)Very Satisfactory (7 points)Satisfactory (5 points)
DrawingAll details and elements have been added. The details are clear and easy to identify. _______Almost all details and elements (at least 85%) have been added. A few details are difficult to identify. _______Fewer than 85% of the details and elements are presented or most details are difficult to identify. _______
NeatnessPaper is totally clean _______Paper has 1-2 erasures _______Paper has 3 and above erasures _______
SubmissionSubmitted on time _______Submitted after the due date. _______Submitted during the 2nd or 3rd retrieval of Answer Sheets. _______
Overall Total30 PointsActual Score/30

Answer Key

What I Know
  1. B
  2. A
  3. A
  4. B
  5. D
  6. D
  7. D
  8. D
  9. A
  10. A
  11. D
  12. C
  13. C
  14. D
  15. D
What’s In
  1. Menu Bar
  2. Menu Browser
  3. Draw Command
  4. Crosshair
  5. Command Line Bar
What’s New
  1. Square
  2. Trapezium
  3. Octagon
  4. Heart
What’s More
  1. H [?] [transcriber’s note: the marker is printed as a heart-shaped glyph; read as H from the pattern of the answer key]
  2. Three
  3. H [?] [transcriber’s note: same heart-shaped glyph as item 1]
  4. Circumscribed
  5. 1025
  6. Wipe out command
  7. H [?] [transcriber’s note: same heart-shaped glyph as item 1]
  8. Escape key
  9. H [?] [transcriber’s note: same heart-shaped glyph as item 1]
  10. Arc
What I Have Learned

Answers may vary

What I Can Do

Performance output will be evaluated through given rubrics

Assessment
  1. B
  2. D
  3. B
  4. D
  5. A
  6. D
  7. D
  8. D
  9. A
  10. D
  11. A
  12. C
  13. C
  14. D
  15. A
Additional Activity

Answers may vary

References

Watson, David. “Autocad Tutorial | Drawing Objects | Cadtutor”. Cadtutor.Net. Accessed July 26. http://www.cadtutor.net/tutorials/autocad/drawing-objects.php.

Shrock, Cherryl R (2013) “Advanced AutoCAD 2013 Exercise Workbook for Windows”. Professor Drafting Technology Orange Coast Mesa, Ca. Autodesk Authorized Author. Industrial Press.

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