The work is so planned that opportunities for the exercise of planning, judgment and initiative are given to each student.
Every student is urged to set for himself a high standard in each of the following items:
1. Accuracy—accuracy is a necessity.
Exactness, completeness, and fitness are of the utmost importance in the work of an engineer. A working drawing, no matter how pleasing its appearance, is worthless if the dimensions on it are incorrect, if important dimensions and notes are lacking, or if a job completed according to instructions on it will not function properly. Drawings lacking in accuracy are not acceptable.
2. Appearance—a good appearance is a predisposing factor.
The appearance of a drawing depends upon a few simple and easily mastered elements.
| Balance: | No crowding, no great open spaces. |
| Proportion: | Of letters to views—of views to the size of the drawing. |
| Line Work: | Clear-cut and uniform. |
| Lettering: | Well formed and well proportioned. Poorly lettered drawings are not acceptable. |
| Cleanliness: | Keep hands and tools clean. |
3. Speed—Time is the essence of the contract.
Speed depends upon understanding, planning, mastering of technique and most of all upon concentration.