10

Technology and Livelihood

Education
Activity Sheet
Quarter 2 –Week 1
(LO No.1)
Operate CAD software and computer
hardware

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

TLE 10
Activity Sheet No. 1
First Edition, 2020

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Welcome to Technical Drafting Course for Grade 10!

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TLE 10-Technical Drafting ACTIVITY SHEET

LO 1- Operate CAD software and computer hardware

I. Learning Competency with Code

1. Identify CAD software features according to the software provider
TLE_ICTTD9-12CA-Ic-j-2

II. Background Information

Computer -Aided Drawing is a technique where the attributes of the computer
and those of the designer are combined together into a problem-solving team.
Using this software would mean faster and easier production of quality output.
CAD is an essential skill to be acquired by draftsman nowadays in order
to finish an assigned task.

This lesson aims to enable the student to prepare and familiarize himself
with the different things needed in operating the CAD software and
the computer hardware.

III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites

Arriola, Cesar T. et. al (2013). Drafting Learning Module for Grade 10, OHSP Modules.
Department of Education.

IV. Activity Proper

A. Read Information about Technical terms in Operating CAD Software and

Hardware, Components of a Computer, and Introduction to CAD System.

Some Technical Terms in Operating CAD Software and Hardware

Hardware - is all the physical equipment that makes up the computer system.

Software - is the set of programs and other related applications associated with a computer
system.

Central Processing Unit (CPU) - is the brain of the computer where most of the “computing”
takes place.

CAD Software and Hardware

Computer system can be broken down into two basic elements, the hardware and the software.

THE HARDWARE
The hardware is the physical equipment that makes up the computer system. It is divided into
system hardware and peripherals. The system hardware includes the Central Processing Unit
(CPU), the keyboard, the monitor and primary storage memory (RAM), and the secondary
storage memory. Peripherals includes disk drives, mouse, digitizers, printers/plotters, etc.
System Unit – The main part of a microcomputer, is sometimes called the chassis. It includes
the following parts: motherboard, microprocessor, memory chips, buses, ports, expansion slots
and cards.

The Central Processor Unit (CPU) – is the brain of the computer where most of the
“computing” takes place. It is also known as processor. It performs all instructions and
calculations that are needed to manage the flow of information.

Keyboard – is the principal device for communicating with your computer. All keyboards have
letter keys, punctuation keys, and a space bar which is similar to the keys on a typewriter.
Keyboards also have functions, numeric and arrow keys in additional to Alt, Ctrl, and Enter keys.

Monitor – it has a screen that displays information, such as the instruction you send to your
computer and the information and results your computer sends back after interpreting your
instruction. A color monitor will not display color unless there is a video card fits inside your
computer. The video card determines the screen resolution and the number of colors that the monitor
can display.
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) – it also known as the hard drive. It is a magnetic storage device that is
installed inside the computer. The hard drive is used as a permanent storage for data. In a
Windows computer, the hard drive is usually configured as the C: drive and contains the
operating system and applications.

Optical Drive – is a storage device that uses lasers to read data on the optical media. There are
three types of optical drives: Compact Disc (CD), Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) and Blu-ray Disc
(BD).

Mouse – is a small hand-held device used to control the cursor/crosshair on the screen. They
can be used to select an item by pointing to it and clicking a button.

Digitizer Tablet – is a graphics drawing tablet used for sketching new images or tracing old ones. It is
also called a "graphics tablet," where the user writes or draws on the surface of the device with a wired or
wireless pen or puck. Often, mistakenly called a mouse, the puck is officially the "tablet cursor."
Printer – It is an output device used to print information processed by your computer. Printers
and plotters vary in speed and output capabilities.

Plotter – an output device able to produce better quality drawings as compared to a printer. The
speed of plotter, however, is generally slower than the printer.

THE SOFTWARE

The software is the set of programs, procedures, and related documentation associated with a
computer system. A program is a coded set of instructions that interprets the information given to
the computer with the keyboard or mouse and directs the computer to carry a task. Softwares
can be categorized into two main groups: operating system software and application software.

Operating System Software

The operating system software provides various levels of interaction (called interface) between
the computer and the user, as well as between the computer and the application software.
Application Software
The application software also called programs, has a specific use or task to perform such as
AutoCAD for Architectural drawings and layouts, Lotus 1 -2-3 for business and marketing, Adobe
Photoshop for image processing, and so on.

Introduction to CAD System

Computer-aided design and drafting, otherwise known as CADD has been around since
1964. However, it was not widely used until 1982, when CAD system such as AutoCAD became
available on microcomputers. ACAD software uses either vector-based graphics to depict the
objects of traditional drafting, or may also produce faster graphics showing the realistic images of
the designed objects.
Computer-aided design (CAD), also known as computer-aided drafting and design
(CADD), is the use of computer systems to assist in the creation, modification, and analysis of a
design. It describes the process of creating technical drawings with the use of computer
software. CAD software is used to increase the productivity, to improve the quality of design, and
to create a database for manufacturing.
CAD may be used to design curves and figures in two-dimensional (2D) space; or curves,
surfaces, and solids in three-dimensional (3D) space. CAD is an important industrial art
extensively used in many applications, including automotive, shipbuilding, and aerospace
industries; industrial and architectural design; prosthetics; and many more. CAD is also widely
used to produce computer animation for special effects in movies, advertising, and technical
manuals.
 Modern electronic drafting tools are often specialized computer-aided design packages.
Basic drafting tools are included in all CAD programs, but some offer advanced automation are
specifically designed for drafting and architectural design. The tools that are right for you will
depend on your budget.

An AutoCAD is a commercial product made by Autodesk, with many versions, including

one called AutoCAD Architecture. AutoCAD Architecture has purpose-built features specifically
designed for architectural drafting. In addition to design tools for initial architectural
conceptualization, it offers tools to make building renovations faster and easier. The productivity
tools include those that reflect the actual design of walls and other structures. AutoCAD can
maintain precise dimensional spacing among components such as walls, beams, columns, and
doors. AutoCAD Architecture offers a library of pre-built components to help speed up and
automate the design and construction process.

Exercises / Activities
Exercise No.1
A. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer in the separate sheet of paper.

_____ 1. It is the brain of the computer where most of the “computing” takes place.
A. Disk Drive B. CPU C. Hardware D. Monitor

_____ 2. This is commonly known as the physical equipment that makes up

the computer system.
A. Hardware B. Mouse C. Printer D. Software

_____ 3. This is the main purpose of the left mouse button.

A. To execute a command C. To serve as abort button
B. To repeat the last command D. To serve as pick button

_____ 4. Of the following software, which is not an application software?

A. AutoCAD B. Adobe Photoshop C. Flash D. Windows 8

_____ 5. The set of programs, and other related applications associated with
a computer system.
A. Disk Drive B. Hardware C. Printer D. Software

B. Name the different components of the computer.

6. __________________________ 7. _____________________________
8. __________________________ 9. _____________________________

10. ________________________________

Exercise No. 2

Directions: Read the statements carefully. Write TRUE if the statement is correct, and FALSE if
it is incorrect on the space provided before each number.
_____ 1. Computer-aided design and drafting, otherwise known as CADD has been around
since 1964.
_____ 2. Computer-aided design (CAD) is also known as computer-aided drafting and
design (CADD).
_____ 3. CAD can only be used to design curves and figures in two-dimensional (2D)
space.
_____ 4. CAD software is used to increase the productivity, to improve the quality of design,
and to create a database for manufacturing.
_____ 5. CAD is also widely used to produce computer animation for special effects in
movies, advertising, and technical manuals.

Exercise No.3 (Optional)

IF you have the resources (smartphone, desktop or laptop computer with internet
connection), please open this website in the YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPwOgh-M_ok

This short video is entitled Introduction to CAD - Computer Aided Design. Take down
notes of the important features about CAD software and system.

*in case you do not have the resources, do not worry, do not pressure yourself.
V. Reflection. In a separate sheet, write your reflection or insights gained after completing
all the learning activities in this lesson. Be guided by the questions below.

a. What insights have you gained from your activity?

_______________________________________________________________
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b. What significant values have you developed while doing your activity?
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________

c. What difficulties did you encounter and how did you overcome them?
_______________________________________________________________
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Exercise No.2 Exercise No.1
1. TRUE A.
2. TRUE 1. B
3. FALSE 2. A
4. TRUE 3. A
5. TRUE 4. D
5. D
B.
6. Optical drive
7. Mouse
8. Printer
9. Hard drive / Hard disk
10 Keyboard
Answer Key
VI.