Course Title: Use basic features of CAD in the preparation of 2D engineering drawings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2008
Course Code: CIVE5617
Course Title: Use basic features of CAD in the preparation of 2D engineering drawings
School: 130T Infra, Electrotec & Build Serv
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6066 - Advanced Diploma of Civil Engineering (Structural Design)
Course Contact : Tony Skinner Program Coordinator
Course Contact Phone: (03) 9925 4444
Course Contact Email:tony.skinner@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Program Coordinator:
Mr Tony Skinner
Tel. 9925 4444
Fax. 99254377
Email: tony.skinner@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 60
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
EDX060 – Prepare basic mechanical and structural engineering drawings to AS 1100 (can be undertaken concurrently)
EDX150 – Use standard computer applications (can be undertaken concurrently)
This unit will be assessed in the classroom environment using holistic assessment based on typical workplace activities.
Assessment of this unit will involve completion of:
• A series of small assignments assessed in class and covering the basic elements of CAD drawing to produce drawings to industry standards.
• A 1 hour competency test at mid-semester and assessed in class.
Course Description
This unit covers the necessary skills and knowledge to operate a standard CAD software package, using basic features, in order to prepare simple engineering drawings to AS 1100
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
EDX110 Use basic features of CAD in the preparation of 2D engineering drawings |
Element: |
Construct basic shapes using CAD |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 The basic commands are used to construct shapes consisting of lines, circles, arcs, polygons, ellipses, tangents and text of specified sizes. |
Element: |
Customise a template drawing |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 A template-drawing file is customised to specific drawing office standards. |
Element: |
Modify existing CAD drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 A specified drawing can be opened and specified revisions made. |
Element: |
Operate CAD software for drawing initialisation |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 The CAD system is entered using the standard procedure. |
Element: |
Perform the appropriate exit and shutdown procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 The correct exit procedure from the CAD system is observed. |
Element: |
Plot a CAD drawing |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 The plotting device is loaded correctly with paper. |
Element: |
Produce engineering drawings to AS 1100 using efficient procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Drawings are completed of engineering components and assemblies to AS 1100. |
Element: |
Save and transfer a drawing file to a specified drive or directory |
Performance Criteria: |
8.1 Drawings are saved to a specified location on the office system and with a specified name. |
Element: |
Set system variables |
Performance Criteria: |
9.1 System variables relevant to the drawing task are set and used appropriately. |
Learning Outcomes
Construct basic shapes using CAD
Customise a template drawing
Modify existing CAD drawings
Operate CAD software for drawing initialisation
Perform the appropriate exit and shutdown procedures
Plot a CAD drawing
Produce engineering drawings to AS 1100 using efficient procedures
Save and transfer a drawing file to a specified drive or directory
Set system variables
Details of Learning Activities
Teacher Directed:
Teacher led face to face and one-on-one instruction using overheads and notes covering the basic concepts of CAD drawing and the operation of the CAD software. This will cover each element in designated areas of underpinning knowledge and include:
• Basic operation of CAD software.
o Creating a drawing file.
o Saving a drawing file
o Setting up directories
o Setting up drawing file parameters
o Saving settings
o Placing elements
o Deleting elements
o Modifying elements
o Customising a drawing file
o Manipulating elements
o Plotting a drawing file.
o Compressing a drawing file
o Saving drawing file to specific directories
o Transferring files and system data
o Using correct exit and shut down procedures for the CAD software.
• Producing basic engineering drawings to AS 1100 and industry standards.
Simulated Workplace Activities
In a computer lab using Computer Aided Drafting software, using appropriate standard symbols and terminology to AS 1100 prepare two dimensional drawings of simple engineering parts based on industry standards and include:
o Construction and modification of basic shapes
o Preparing and A3 and A2 proforma
o A flange detail
o A screwed steel flange
o North Points
o Section Marks
o Mild steel bracket
o Mild steel clamp.
o A survey drawing.
Student Self Directed
Using the Internet students will research AS 1100 from Standards Online to obtain an understanding of engineering principles, conventions and drawing practices.
Students will be encouraged to view and analyse a variety of real-life projects (drawings) to increase their understanding of the standard expected in an engineering drawing office.
Teaching Schedule
See Online Learning Hub for details.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Ayers, David. Introduction to MicroStation V8. 2005 |
References
AS 1100.401 Technical Drawing – General Principles |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
This unit will be assessed in the classroom environment using holistic assessment based on typical workplace activities.
Assessment of this unit will involve completion of:
• A series of small assignments assessed in class and covering the basic elements of CAD drawing to produce drawings to industry standards.
• A 1 hour competency test at mid-semester and assessed in class.
Assessment Tasks
Competency Tests:
Your course coordinator/tutor will give you specific test instructions for the semester of your study, including:
• Date and time of test
• Any other specific requirements
However, it is expected the competency tests will be to complete a selected detail using a CAD system to industry standards.
• 1 hour duration.
Refer Assessment Matrix below
Assessment Matrix
| Element Covered | Assessment Task | Proportion of Final Assessment | Submission Time |
| 1 to 9 | Classroom Assignments | 70% | Throughout Semester |
| 1 to 9 | Competency Test | 15% | Week 4 |
| 1 to 9 | Competency Test | 15% | Week 7 |
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