Avoiding Graphic Illiteracy: Incorporating

Major problems stem from graphic illiteracy resulting in interdisciplinary communication breakdown in the engineering field. Factors that distinguish the exceptional engineer include the ability to make, read, and interpret plans; effective interdisciplinary communication skills; and the ability to combine creative thinking and visualization to make unique designs. Incorporating architectural graphics into the general engineering curriculum exposes all engineering students across the disciplines to a universal language and the creative design process. The practical application of architectural graphics is presented across the fields of general, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering.