This course is to provide the student of general knowledges in CAD (Computer-Aided Design /Drafting) and GIS (Geographic Information System) methodologies that are widely used in various Civil and Environmental engineering fields. Fundamentals and introduction to emerging CAD/GIS technologies as well as Engineering ethics and professionalism will be discussed. The first half of this course is devoted to introducing concepts and essential techniques in using CAD (Computer-Aided Design /Drafting). Topics include fundamental drawing and editing techniques necessary to creating and plotting/printing 2D drawings. Application emphasis will be on a Windows-based AutoCAD software; AutoCAD 2018 available at KH 131 / CEE Computing laboratory (CEECL) will be used for laboratory exercises. The second half of the course is devoted to an introduction to the history, fundamental principles, and current topics in GIS (Geographic Information System). Topics include data structures, spatial/temporal relationships of geographic information, spatial data acquisition and preparation, database management, analytical functionalities in GIS, hardware and software and engineering application case studies. ArcGIS 10x available at KH 131 CEECL will be used for laboratory exercises. To get a free download of 3-yr licensed AutoCAD software (so that you can practice AutoCAD at home), go to Autodesk Education Community website (http://www.autodesk.com/education/free-software/featured) and register first. Once you have created an account, download AutoCAD 2018 to your personal computer and install. Whole process would take about 10 minutes (will vary depending on your Internet connection speed)   Syllabus Course Timeline Your latest Grade