This course consists of two parts. The first half includes drawing conventions and procedures to draw with manual drafting equipment. The foundational principles are identified to draw orthographic, cross-section, and profile drawings. The second half is computer assisted drafting using the latest version of AutoCAD software. Students will be introduced to the AutoCAD environment, including program functionality and applications relating to civil engineering technology. Students will begin with basic commands and progress through to intermediate drawing and editing techniques. Topics include, drawing setup, draw and modify commands, modifying object properties, and layer management.