Course Title: Create 3D models using computer aided design system

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5204 Diploma of Engineering - Advanced Trade

Course Title: Create 3D models using computer aided design system

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 40

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Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This unit covers preparing the 3D CAD environment,
creating and modifying 3D models, and producing output
from the 3D model.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Path 1

MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing
MEM09009C Create 2D drawings using computer aided
design system
MEM16008A Interact with computing technology



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

MEM09010C Create 3D models using computer aided design system

Elements:

1 Prepare 3D environment 1.1 Coordinate system is established to job requirement.
1.2 Orientation is established to job requirement.
1.3 Views are established to job requirement.

2 Create and modify 3D
model
2.1 Entities are created in 3D space to job requirement.
2.2 Entities are manipulated in 3D space to job
requirement.
2.3 Surfaces are created in 3D space to job requirement
including ruled and revolved.
2.4 Existing 3D model is modified to job requirement.

3 Produce output from 3D
model
3.1 File is saved in various formats for retrieval as per
standard operating procedures.
3.2 Physical properties are extracted to job requirement
including volume, mass and centre of gravity.

Learning Outcomes


Overview of Assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be
able to create 3D models using computer aided design
systems. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all
prerequisites have been satisfied.