84121 Computer-aided Industrial Design
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Credit points: 6 cp
Subject level:
Undergraduate
Result type: Grade and marksRequisite(s): 84114 Industrial Design Digital Communication
Description
Computer-aided design is a substantial part of an industrial designer's repertoire. This subject continues with the mechanics of three-dimensional computer modelling and how it can be used to explore form and create virtual products. It also covers how the model can be used to communicate that form to others and how to support downstream manufacturing processes. This subject gives students exposure to the whole process from form creation to product realisation.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
| 1. | understand in detail the application of CAD in Industrial design |
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| 2. | understand the language and approach used in CAD programs |
| 3. | demonstrate competence in the construction and documentation of solid models |
| 4. | apply skills and knowledge appropriately to design problems in this and other subjects. |
Teaching and learning strategies
This subject comprises lectures, tutorials and supervised assignments in the computing lab. It is expected that students will work on assignments outside of class time in addition to the portion of time set aside in class. Face-to-face classes incorporate a range of teaching and learning strategies that include; lectures, discussions, studio activities and student presentations, both individual and group work can be expected. These are complemented by independent student reading, drawing and model-making and reflection on class work.
Content (topics)
The subject will cover the following elements at an advanced level, they are features of a particular program, that being SolidWorks. This may change due to appropriateness and availability of computer programs.
- Creating shapes from sketches and other tools
- Part evolution from shapes
- Product construction from parts
- Production of two dimensional, orthographic drawings from three dimensionally created models
This semester we build upon the skills learnt last year to enable you to use SolidWorks more effectively as a design and communication tool. This will be a fairly intensive course. It is expected that you will do a significant amount of work between classes. The amount of effort you put into this will determine whether at the end of the semester you have an employable skill.
Assessment
Assessment task 1: CAD Project - Modelling
| Objective(s): | This task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
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| Weight: | 60% |
Assessment task 2: CAD Project - Technical
| Objective(s): | This task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
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| Weight: | 40% |
Required texts
UTS Coursework Assessment Policy and Procedures Manual
References
It is expected that students will make use of the on-line help within the program, the Acrobat user manual and tutorials (located in the program group in the Windows Start menu), extensively. As each student's work is different, the problems will also vary and the reference material is the prime source of information.
