Course Title: Use computer aided drafting systems to produce basic engineering drawings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2010
Course Code: MIET6093C
Course Title: Use computer aided drafting systems to produce basic engineering drawings
School: 130T Vocational Engineering
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6093 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Design
Course Contact: Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468
Course Contact Email: engineering-tafe@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Chris Sanos - CAD teacher School of Engineering (TAFE)
chris.sanos@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 60
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
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: |
MEM30001A Use computer aided drafting systems to produce basic engineering drawings |
Element: |
1. Prepare the CAD environment |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 All relevant manuals, instructions and operating procedures for the CAD software are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures. |
Element: |
2. Produce a basic drawing |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Basic CAD drawings are created and guidance is sought as required. |
Element: |
3. Modify existing CAD drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Existing CAD drawings are located and modified by adding, deleting or changing drawing elements within that drawing. |
Element: |
4. Produce output |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Drawing files are saved in the appropriate format in accordance with standard operating procedures. |
Element: |
5. Perform the appropriate exit and shutdown procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Programs and computer are shut down in accordance with workplace procedures. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to the Learning Package on the Learning Hub.
Details of Learning Activities
Teacher Directed
Teacher led face to face and one-on-one instruction using over heads, screen projection and notes covering the basic concepts of CAD drawing and the operation of CAD software. This will cover each element in designated areas of underpinning knowledge and include:
Basic Operation of CAD Software
- Opening up the CAD software
- Creating an Autocad drawing template file within a drawing folder
- Setting up dimension and text settings within a template file
- Setting up basic layers
- Creating a drawing file from a template file
- Saving a drawing to a particular directory and folder
- Drawing and placing elements
- Placing text and dimensions on a drawing
- Modifying and deleting elements on the screen
- Measuring and checking element properties
- Manipulating elements
- Understanding paper and model space and how to correctly plot an Autocad drawing
- Plotting an Autocad drawing
- Shutting down Autocad using correct procedures
Produce Basic Engineering Drawings to AS1100 and Industry Standards
In a computer lab using CAD software, adhering to AS1100 standards and conventions, prepare two dimensional drawings of simple engineering parts based on industry standards and expectations. Activities include drawing:
- Basic shapes
- Title Blocks at A2, A3 and A4 size
- A Steel Flange
- North points
- Section and Detail Marks
- Steel Sections of Structural beams
- A Brass Block
- A test on a simple engineering bracket
Student Self Direction
Using the internet students will research AS1100 from Standards Online to obtain and understanding of engineering principles, conventions and drawing practices. Students are encouraged to view and analyse a variety of real-life projects and associated drawings to increase their understanding of the standards expected in an engineering office.
Teaching Schedule
| Week (Starting) |
Basic CAD Assessment | Due Date |
| 1 | * Intro to AutoCAD | N/A |
|
2 |
* Setting up |
End of week 2 |
| 3 | * Steel Flange | End of week 3 |
| 4 | * Steel Sections * Section Marks and North Points |
End of Week 4 |
| 5 | • Brass Block(orthographic and Isometric) | End of Week 6 |
| 6 | ||
| 7 | • Test (CL Bracket) | Week 7 |
| 8 | Resubmissions |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
1. Australian Standard Technical drawing |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment are conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set out in the National Training Package. Students are required to undertake summative assessments that bring together knowledge and skills. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment tasks detailed under the Assessment Task Section.
Your assessment for this course will be marked using the following table
NYC (<50%) Not Yet Competent
CAG (50-59%) Competent - Pass
CC (60-69%) Competent - Credit
CDI (70-79%) Competent - Distinction
CHD (80-100%) Competent - High Distinction
Assessment Tasks
1. Title Blocks (A3, A4, A2) - (20%)
2. Steel Flange - (20%)
3. Steel Sections - (10%)
4. Section Marks and North Points - (10%)
5. Brass Block(orthographic and Isometric) - (20%)
6. Test (CL Bracket) - (20%)
Assessment Matrix
| Element Covered | Assessment | Mark | Submission |
| 1 to 9 | Classroom Assignments | 80% | Throughout Semester |
| 1 to 9 | Competency Test | 20% | Week 7 |
Other Information
Underpinning Skills and Knowledge
Use of a computer with a standard operating system.
Opening, closing and saving drawings, setting up new drawings, use of template drawings.
Basic system variables that may need to be set.
Setting up the drafting parameters
Line types to AS 1100
Line thickness to AS 1100
Line colour
Organisation of different drawing elements
The coordinate system
Ways of using the command system:-
Drop-down menus
Toolbars
Entering commands from the keyboard
Use of the basic commands to produce shapes.
Dimensioning:-
• Setting dimensioning parameters.
• Setting up new dimension styles.
• Adding dimensions to the drawing.
• Toleranced dimensions
• Adding geometry tolerances
• Adding symbols
• Adding extra text to dimensions
Adding text and controlling the text style.
Editing the drawing.
Efficient drafting practices
Minimisation of repetitious work
Customisation of toolbars
Short-cut keys
Customisation of template drawing files and saving in relevant directory.
Setting plotting parameters and plotting the drawings.
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