This paper presents some experiences relating to the teaching of computing skills and in particular Computer Aided Drafting and Modelling to undergraduate Civil Engineering students at the University of New South Wales. The objectives of the course are stated along with the outline of the topics covered. It is clear that there is inadequate time available to cover all aspects of technical computing skills required by the modern professional engineer. With regard to the teaching of engineering drawing and descriptive geometry, it has become obvious that it should now be replaced with the teaching of the capabilities and basics of CAD. In this respect, the Eagle system, developed in Scotland, with its associated macro language is an ideal system. The paper presents the background scenario together with an outline of the tutorial exercises used in the 1992 course and discusses variations to be adopted in 1993. In all, the course was considered successful in its approach.

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