Computer-Aided Design & Technical Drawing
Niveau
Introductory & advanced
Learning outcomes of the courses/module
The participants:
• create and edit technical 2D drawings and complex 3D models using CAD software.
• structure digital models into layers, components, and views in accordance with technical standards.
• correctly apply planning and drawing conventions (e.g., scales, dimensioning, symbols).
• import and export data in common formats and understand their significance for collaboration and building operation.
• interpret CAD plans and derive basic construction-related information from them for facility and real estate management.
• create and edit technical 2D drawings and complex 3D models using CAD software.
• structure digital models into layers, components, and views in accordance with technical standards.
• correctly apply planning and drawing conventions (e.g., scales, dimensioning, symbols).
• import and export data in common formats and understand their significance for collaboration and building operation.
• interpret CAD plans and derive basic construction-related information from them for facility and real estate management.
Prerequisites for the course
Building Technology
Course content
- Fundamentals of computer-aided design and modeling (2D & 3D)
- Operating logic and functions of common CAD software
- Structure, layer organization, and management of digital models
- Creation of technical drawings (floor plans, sections, elevations)
- Scales, symbols, dimensioning, and drawing layout
- Data management, file formats, and interfaces
- Introduction to model-based working
- Visualization and presentation of simple building models
- Operating logic and functions of common CAD software
- Structure, layer organization, and management of digital models
- Creation of technical drawings (floor plans, sections, elevations)
- Scales, symbols, dimensioning, and drawing layout
- Data management, file formats, and interfaces
- Introduction to model-based working
- Visualization and presentation of simple building models
Recommended specialist literature
- Huth, M. W. (2019). Understanding construction drawings (Seventh edition). Cengage Learning.
Assessment methods and criteria
Portfolio assessment
Language
German
Number of ECTS credits awarded
7
Semester hours per week
Planned teaching and learning method
Lectures, discussions, case studies, group work
Semester/trimester in which the course/module is offered
3