CARP 060T - Computer Applications CAD-CAM

Prerequisite: State Indentured Carpenter Union Apprentice; CARP 040A; CARP 040B
Advisory:READ 022 or appropriate placement; MATH 070 or appropriate placement

This course is designed to meet the needs of indentured apprentices with the State of California who are interested in the mill and cabinetmaker industry. The course focuses on computerized software used to create production drawings and cabinetry designs. Training includes a brief review of basic computer operations, including access to software, internet, and email programs. Students become familiar with the organization of computer aided design (CAD) software user interface (AutoCAD 2014), basic drawing commands, and file saving tools. Discussion includes an overview of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) from design to production, and students use CAD drawing tools to create a base cabinet design.