In July 1997, the AIA agreed to incorporate CAD Layer Guidelines into the emerging United States National CAD Standard® (NCS), a project of the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS).

This Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Manual was developed to assist engineers, designers, drafters and other professionals throughout plan production for construction projects within the City of Gresham …

The sheet identification format is applicable to both manual and CAD drawing production. It is consistent, yet flexible enough for a wide range of project scopes.

When this checklist is signed and submitted, the ven-dor (architect, engineer, contractor, etc.) is declaring that all CAD drawings conform to the standards presented in this document.

Jan 1, 2026 · The CAD Standard outlined within this document was established to provide guidance for the preparation of the Engineering / Architecture (E/A) Design Division and Construction Division …

SCS articulates the CAD standards that will enable SMACNA members and the rest of the AEC. community to apply CAD effectively to mechanical, fire protection, and plumbing design and …

The purpose of this document is to serve as a tight specification for producing and delivering CAD drawings and image files that document as-built conditions for construction projects.