This is an introductory module in Computer Aided Drafting and Engineering Graphics.
The aim of the CAD component is to introduce the student to Computer Aided Drafting using industry standard software such as AutoCAD in order to develop students’ skills in the production of 2D engineering drawings. It will also foster an appreciation of the importance of CAD to engineering design and development.
The aim of the Engineering Graphics component is to equip learners with the fundamental toolsets for the interpretation and generation of basic drawings techniques used in engineering.
Computer Aided Drafting:
- Introduction to AutoCAD: Fundamental CAD concepts and the AutoCAD drawing environment. Create, open and save drawings. User coordinate systems.
- Drawing Basics: Create of basic geometry using, but not limited to, the following draw commands: line, polyline, arc, rectangle, circle and ellipse commands.
- Modify Basics: Modify basic geometry using, but not limited to, the following modify commands: move, copy, rotate, stretch, trim, extend, explode and break commands. Use different methods of selecting objects to be edited. Create, manage and modify a grid system using grid and snap spacing.
- Create Accurate Drawings: Use object snap to create accurate drawings. Understand and manage drafting settings.
- Pattern Fills & Hatching: Overview of the different predefined pattern fills and hatch patterns.
- Layers and Linetypes: Create and manage the display of layers and set colour, linetype and lineweight in a drawing using the Layer Properties Manager.
- Creating Reusable Content: Create, manage and alter the display of blocks in a drawing.
Graphics:
- Introduce Free hand sketching.
- Use geometric information from orthographic and isometric projections in the generation and dimensioning of their own drawings.
- Orthographic and three-dimensional (Oblique, isometric and perspective) projection representations of basic components and structures.
Computer Aided Drafting:
Instruction will consist of computer laboratory work each week. The CAD labs will provide a hands-on environment for the introduction of core techniques. Coordinated assignments will provide students with a task-orientated opportunity to practice new skills and techniques.
Graphics:
Instruction will consist of studio work each week. The Technical Graphic component will provide a hands-on approach to drawing with graphic assessments being produced in class.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |