Exam 27: Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting

A(n) ____ is an indicator found on the screen that may be in the form of a small triangle, arrow, or some other similar configuration.

Typically, ____ is considered to be a program that controls and tells the computer to perform a specific function or set of functions.

Typically, a CAD program will allow the user to enter information into the system either by selecting menu items or by typing ____.

The selection of software items shown on the monitor screen is accomplished by using the cursor.

____________________ output increases production, standardizes drawings, and generates data and a variety of drawings that may be electronically transferred to other computers.

CAD has improved drawings standards and quality by allowing the user to build ____ of commonly used symbols and parts.

The output by a printer is a working or design drawing printed on paper, which is referred to as ____.

Items that may be selected by a cursor in CAD include lines, shapes, dimensions, and notes, as well as welding symbols.

The ____________________ is made up of an assortment of electronic devices interconnected by electric cables.

The purpose of a(n) ____________________ is to act as a pointer for selecting items on the screen for processing to the CPU.

Three-dimensional drawings produced by CAD are often referred to as ____.

Personal computers are extremely expensive and therefore are not effective and efficient solutions for smaller companies and organizations.

The ____ controls the operation of the computer by performing arithmetic and logical operations and decodes and executes instructions provided by either the operator or a program.

A ____ is a device that reads text and/or illustrations that were printed on paper and translates it into a form that the computer can understand.

Most CAD drawings are created at a scale of 1:1 (full) and printed at the final desired scale.

The cursor is moved by the operator by moving the mouse on the pad to select appropriate items for input to the monitor.

____ by definition is anything that can be stored electronically.

The ____ computer has become the primary workhorse of the CAD community because of its size, cost of operation and maintenance, and speed.

A computer ____________________ is where CAD drawings are produced.

CAD menus are organized into ____________________ such as geometric creations and editing.