Module Overview

CAD & Engineering Graphics 2

This module builds on the knowledge and skills acquired by the student in the module CIVL 1604 (CAD & Engineering Graphics 1).

Module Code

CIVL 1605

ECTS Credits

5

*Curricular information is subject to change

Computer Aided Drafting:

  • Drawing Templates: Create and save new drawings as templates.
  • Layouts and Views: Create and manage layouts, viewports and page setups. Use of multiple layouts and multiple scaled viewports.
  • Dimensioning Drawings: Overview of the different dimensioning tools. Create and modify dimension styles.
  • Annotating Drawings: Overview of the different ways to manage and create text in a drawing  using  text styles
  • Creating Output: Overview of the various plotting tools and settings. Create plots that are accurately scaled with appropriate linetype scaling and lineweights.

Graphics:

  • Demonstrate the principles and concepts of graphical communications within the context of Engineering 
  • Implement graphical techniques to produce 3-dimensional drawings from orthographical projections 
  • Apply graphical techniques to produce industry standard drawings of engineering details.

 

Computer Aided Drafting:

Instruction will consist of computer laboratory work. 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. The Technical Graphics component will have a manual drawing approach with graphic assessments being produced in class.

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Other Assessment(s)100