Modular Construction Project

Sophomore Computer Aided Drafting andDesign students recently constructed a miniature functional roller coaster. The project required over 1000 individual parts including gears, drive belt and a motor. The students utilized team building skills, written and spatial comprehension as well as geometric design to complete the project. Students included: Kristopher Velasquez, Darnell Jackson, Estevan Rodriguez, Deshawn Evans and Mr. Derbyshire CADD instructor.

Colonial Estate Project

As part of their “hands on” training, Sophomore Computer Aided Drafting & Design students also recently completed a scale model of a Colonial estate mansion. The students designed the model utilizing AutoCad software to create the floor and elevations plans . The structure was built using balsa wood, plywood, glue and paint. Students included: Kristopher Velasquez, Darnell Jackson, Estevan Rodriguez, Deshawn Evans and Mr. Derbyshire CADD instructor.