Mr. McCaslin

 FAQ

What is CAD I?
What work areas use CAD I?
Who can be successful in CAD I?
How much math do I have to have to be successful?
What is Principles of Machining and Manufacturing?
How hard are these units to learn?

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 What is CAD I?
CAD I is Computer Aided Drafting I.  This is a 2 credit course taken over 
two semesters.
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 What work areas use CAD I?
CAD is used in manufacturing, construction, engineering and architectural 
companies.  All building trades use CAD.  Products for manufacture are 
produced from blueprints.  Interior design uses CAD.  Animation businesses 
use CAD.
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 Who can be successful in CAD I?
Students who have the desire to be successful can be successful in this 
class.  Study helps are provided to facilitate learning.  Students will be 
allowed to work at their own pace under most situations.
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 How much math do I have to have to be successful?
CAD uses basic mathematics, i.e., multiplication, adding, subtraction, and 
division.  Both Englisn and Metrics are used.  Fractions and decimals are 
studied and implemented.  GEometry is a plus.
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 What is Principles of Machining and Manufacturing?
This class teaces the fundamentals of machining; focusing on the major 
machine groups, i.e. lathes, milling machines, drill presses, saws, welders 
etc.  Safety is a big component of each unit.  Product analysis, cost of 
manufacture, OSHA, competencies, quality and employablity are jsut a few of 
the items discussed in this class.
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 How hard are these units to learn?
EAch student starts with simple and works to complex; each day getting more 
proficient in operations.  AT the end of course each student has learned  
the basics to many procedures.
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