Introduction to orthographic projection

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• 8 sections of explanation, worked examples and diagrams
• 1 practice task with hints and worked answers
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1. Introduction to orthographic projection
2. The three principal views
3. First angle projection
4. Third angle projection
5. Comparing first and third angle
6. Orthographic views of a rectangular block
7. Hidden detail lines
8. Orthographic views of an L-shaped block
9. Orthographic views of a stepped block
10. Drawing a block with a hole
11. Orthographic views of a cylinder
12. Drawing a block with a slot
13. Dimensioning orthographic views
14. Line types and drawing conventions
15. Reading and interpreting orthographic drawings
16. Setting out a drawing sheet
17. Common errors and checking work
18. Applications of orthographic projection