Course Title: Produce computer-aided drawings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: GRAP6354C
Course Title: Produce computer-aided drawings
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5396 - Diploma of Interior Design
Course Contact: Jenny Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4759
Course Contact Email: svdsc.design.tech@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Lecturer: Daniel Martin
Lecturer: Lauren Li
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use a range of computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) program functions to produce drawings. The focus of this unit is on the technical skills required to operate CADD, not on design skills. It applies to individuals who use computer-aided drawing skills in various contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAACD302 Produce computer-aided drawings |
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Element: |
1. Prepare for computer-aided drawing work |
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Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clarify drawing requirements in concept or project information 1.2 Identify hardware, software, tools and equipment required for computer-aided design and drafting projects 1.3 Set up hardware and software according to operating instructions and organisational procedures 1.4 Identify and retrieve digitised information relevant to projects |
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Element: |
2. Gather object parameters and/or measurements |
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Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Establish and record critical dimensions and data for required designs 2.2 Identify requirements in relation to accuracy, tolerances and other key information |
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Element: |
3. Prepare plots or drawings |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
4. Finalise drawings |
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Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Check designs against project objectives and specifications according to organisational procedures 4.2 Identify and make required adjustments to designs based on review and consultation with relevant people 4.3 Store data files according to operating instructions and organisational procedures 4.4 Submit final drawings within agreed time parameters |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio, workshop or classroom using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry
style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
The delivery mode will be face to face.
In class activities will include:
• design activities or projects
• group discussion
• online research
• independent project based work
• site visits (observations)
• studio practice
Out of class activities may include:
• online research
• independent project based work
• teacher directed activities/projects
• site visits (observations)
• online activities
Teaching Schedule
WEEK |
CLASS CONTENT LECTURE |
SELF DIRECTED LEARNING |
ELEMENTS CUVACD302A, |
TASK DUE |
1 |
Introduction to AutoCAD |
Install AutoCAD onto your computer via the AutoDesk Website |
1.1-1.4 |
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2
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CAD drafting |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
Brief Task 1 Research CAD- week 4 |
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3
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CAD drafting |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
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4
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CAD drafting |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
Task 1 Research CAD- Due Brief: Task 2 Simulated Studio assessment. |
5 |
Task 1 - first in-class test |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
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6 |
CAD drafting |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
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7 |
CAD drafting & annotations |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
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8 |
CAD drafting & annotations |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
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9 |
CAD drafting & annotations |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
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Mid semester break | ||||
10 |
Simulated Studio Assessment AT2 |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
AT2 Simulated Studio Begins
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11 |
Simulated Studio Assessment AT2 |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
AT2 Simulated Studio finishes and Due |
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12
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CAD drafting & annotations |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
Brief: AT3 Simulated Studio and Knowledge Questions |
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13
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Knowledge Lecture, Xref and annotation |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
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14
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AT3 Simulated Studio Assessment |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
Task 3 Simulated Studio Begins |
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15
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AT3 Simulated Studio Assessment |
3 Hours of self directed learning each week |
1.1-1.4 |
Task 3 Simulated Studio Assessment Part 1 and 2 Due |
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16
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AT3 Simulated Studio Assessment |
1.1-1.4 |
Task 3 Simulated Studio Assessment Part3 due
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17
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Review & re-submission as applicable |
Schedule is subject to change
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at the course at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information.
The University Library has extensive resources for Interior Design and Decoration students. The Library has
produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies http://rmit.libguides.com/interiordecoration
The Library provides guides on academic referencing http://www.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing and subject
specialist help via your Liaison Librarian.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course.
Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include tasks and projects.
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 - Research CAD. Due Week 4
Assessment Task 2 - Simulated Studio Assessment. Due Week 12
Assessment Task 3 - Simulated Studio Assessment. Due Week 16
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit
of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above)
Other Information
Assessment / Late Submission
All assessment information for this course can be found on the course’s Canvas shell, in conjunction with assessment information communicated in class by the teacher.
This course is delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment;
CA: Competency achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did Not Submit for Assessment
SEC: Stopped engagement in course
WDR: Withdrawn from course
All work for Assessable Tasks is required to be submitted on the due date and time as outlined in the Assessment Briefs. Exception to this is where an approved ELS plan, an application for Special Consideration or an approved Extension of Time is in place, submitted before the task’s due date with appropriate documentation.
Please visit the following link on the RMIT website for all information regarding adjustments to assessable work;
Adjustments to assessment;
Special consideration;
Equitable assessment arrangements (EAA);
If your work is incomplete, you are strongly encouraged to submit your work on the due date, in order to meet the submission requirements. Should it be below competency you may be asked to resubmit within 5 working days.
Other Information
Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level.
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension of time for your assessable work.
Please see following access for the details on applying for extension of time to assessments;
Special consideration;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Application for extension of time;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-andexams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment
Equitable assessment arrangements (EAA);
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio-based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to be successful in this course.
Canvas
Use Canvas to access your course content and announcements, submit assignments, and receive your grades and feedback;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/canvas
Student feedback at RMIT:
You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
The following link is an outline and ways that you will receive your feedback at RMIT;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/feedback-mechanisms
Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Please see following access to the Student progress policy webpage;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Please see following access to the Cover sheet for submission of works;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/how-to-submit-work
Here is a guide to submitting assessments on Canvas;
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity.
Please see following access for more information on Academic Integrity at RMIT;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
IT orientation
It's time to get ready;
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/it-services-for-students/it-orientation
Course Overview: Access Course Overview