Title: Use basic drafting equipment and tools.
Course: Drafting (21102-I) > Section: Getting Oriented to Drafting

Use of basic drafting tools and equipment may include

- CAD station and software
- compass divider
- drafting tape
- drawing board
- dusting brush
- eraser
- erasing shield
- French curve
- pencil
- pencil pointer
- protractor scale
- triangle (45 degrees and 30 degrees/60 degrees)
- T-square (drafting machine, parallel bar).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the basic tools and equipment used in drafting? What are the functions of each?
- Why should tools and equipment be used only according to workplace and manufacturer’s specifications?
- How does the mechanical arm function as part of the drafting board?