Course Title: Produce basic engineering drawings

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2014

Course Code: MIET7058C

Course Title: Produce basic engineering drawings

School: 130T Vocational Engineering

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6130 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: trainingsupport@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Vettrivel Chinnadurai
Phone: 99254667
Email: vettri.chinnadurai@rmit .edu.au
 


 

Nominal Hours: 80

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

Nil

Course Description

This unit of competency covers producing drawings or similar graphical representations where the critical dimensions and associated tolerances and design specifications are predetermined.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MEM30032A Produce basic engineering drawings

Element:

1. Identify drawing requirements

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify information requirements for work and obtain all relevant job requirements and design specifications in accordance with workplace procedures
1.2 Identify, interpret and analyse drawing requirements, specifications and relevant workplace information
1.3 Interpret and apply industry terminology for drawing work
1.4 Confirm communication practices required during drawing work
1.5 Estimate time requirements for completing work

 

Element:

2. Select drawing features

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Set up drawing list or register
2.2 Determine level of detail and numbers of drawings required for work
2.3 Plan presentation and layout, and determine drawing sheets, text style and size, and scales, appropriate for drawing work
2.4 Identify features and applications of line types and thicknesses and select for drawing work
2.5 Establish datums and dimensions
 

Element:

3. Prepare and detail drawings

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Prepare drawings in plane orthogonal, isometric projection or equivalent
3.2 Detail drawings in third angle projection, including auxiliary views, sections and assemblies
3.3 Draw sections through engineering components incorporating correct use of cutting plane symbols and conventions
3.4 Include appropriate symbols for limits and fits, surface texture and geometric tolerances
3.5 Resolve problems in consultation with a supervisor
3.6 Check drawing compliance with work instructions and specifications
 

Element:

4. Select physical dimensions and produce engineering parts list

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Where required, select components and/or materials from supplier/manufacturer catalogues using predetermined design specifications
4.2 Produce an engineering parts list in accordance with workplace procedures

 

Element:

5. Complete drawing documentation

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Obtain approval for drawings and/or parts list
5.2 Store approved drawings and/or parts lists
5.3 Catalogue and issue drawing and documentation in accordance with workplace procedures

 


Learning Outcomes


Refer to Elements


Details of Learning Activities

You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.
• Lectures
• Practicals
 

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:


EA1.1. Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering
EA1.2. Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
EA1.3. In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
EA1.4. Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
EA1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
EA1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
EA2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
EA2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
EA2.3. Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
EA2.4. Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA3.5. Orderly management of self and professional conduct.
EA3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership


Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency MEM30032A in the Assessment Matrix.
 


Teaching Schedule

Week Topic Delivered Elements/Performance Criteria
1 Overview of Engineering drawings, Graphic communication.
Technical drawings standards according to AS1100.
Storage of drawings. Drawing review and approval process.
Tutorial: Engineering and workshop Terms 1. Engineering drawing quiz.
1.1 - 1.5, 5.1 - 5.3
2 Determine third angle projection. Determine placement of views. Demonstrate projection standards. Review Chapter 6 Boundy. Drawing Orthographic Views - Problems 6.1
Tutorial: Engineering and workshop Terms 2 and 3
1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5
3 Identify correctly objects and items from sketches and drawings.
Select components and or materials from supplier/manufacturer catalogues using predetermined design specifications.
Drawing Orthographic Views - Problems 6.2,
Tutorial: Engineering and workshop Terms 4
2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6
4

Draw objects to ensure clear communications of requirements in accordance to Australian Standards. Produce an engineering parts list. Drawing Orthographic Views - Problems 6.5,
Tutorial: Engineering and workshop Terms 5.

1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6
5 Assessment 1. Engineering Terms test.
Interpret elementary drawing and production symbols, dimensions, tolerances, material requirements. Drawing Orthographic Views - Problems 6.11.
4.1, 4.2
6 Feedback from Engineering terms test .Draw objects to ensure clear communications of requirements in accordance to Australian Standards. Drawing Orthographic Views - Problems 6.13.
Test: Engineering and workshop terms and drawing interpretation.
2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2
7 Draw objects to ensure clear communications of requirements in accordance to Australian Standards. Interpret views and projections correctly to reconstruct a 3D image of components. Drawing Isometric Views 8.1. Tutorial Limits and Fits part 1 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
8 Draw objects to ensure clear communications of requirements in accordance to Australian Standards. Interpret views and projections correctly to reconstruct a 3D image of components. Drawing Isometric Views 8.3. Tutorial Limits and Fits part 2 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
9 Select Physical dimensions from manufacturer hand books. Prepare engineering parts list. Issue or file completed drawing/parts list. Drawing Isometric Views 8.5. Tutorial Surface texture symbols 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
10 Prepare drawings to present information. Fully describe the requirements by adding dimension, tolerances and notes.
Drawing Assembly drawings 9.1. Tutorial: Geometric Tolerances
1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
11 Prepare drawings to present information. Fully describe the requirements by adding dimension, tolerances and notes.
Drawing Assembly drawings 9.1 continued
1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
12 Drawing orthogonal sectional views. Draw sections through simple engineering 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
13 Drawing orthogonal sectional views. Draw sections through simple engineering 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
14 Prepare drawings to present information. Fully describe the requirements by adding dimension, tolerances and notes. Assessment 2: Submit drawing portfolio 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
15 Assessment 3. Final Test – Isometric, Orthogonal Drawings 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
16 Assessment 2 due - Drawing portfolio. Assessment feedback 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3
17 Finalisation of assessment. Assessment feedback 1.1 - 1.5, 2.1 - 2.5, 3.1 - 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 - 5.3


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Engineering Drawing – A. W. Boundy, 7th or later edition, McGraw-Hill Publishers. 2012


References

Student Network Drive ’S’-drive S:\Mechanical and Manufacturing Students\MIET7058C Produce Basic Engineering drawings \


Other Resources

Drawing equipment

a. Clutch Pencil Set, 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 mm or
b. Pencils – Standard: Construction and low strength lines – 2H, Outlines, sketching and bold lines, HB and sharpener.
c. Erasers (soft type)
d. Circle and Ellipse Templates - metric
e. 45 and 60 degree set squares
f. 300 mm plastic/steel rule
g. Compasses (metal) or Compasses Set (Staedtler or similar)
h. Eraser Shield (metal)
i.  A3 Drawing Folio, Tube etc. (protect and carry drawings).


Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

Assessment 1: Engineering and Workshop Terms test

Weighting towards final grade (%): 20

 

Assessment 2: Drawing Portfolio

Weighting towards final grade (%): 30

 

Assessment 3: Drawing Test (open book)

Weighting towards final grade (%): 50

these tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):  

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Elements/Performance Criteria Engineering terms test Drawing portfolio Drawing test
1.1 X  X  X
1.2 X   X X
1.3 X X
1.4 X X
1.5   X
2.1 X X
2.2   X
2.3   X
2.4   X
2.5   X
3.1   X
3.2   X
3.3   X
3.4   X
3.5  X  
3.6  X X
4.1  X  
4.2  X  
5.1  X  
5.2  X  
5.3  X  

 

 

 


Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1 – Engineering and Workshop Terms test (20%) 

Assessment 2 – Drawing Portfolio (30%)

Assessment 3 – Drawing Test (open book) (50%)
 

All Assignments will go through Academic Integrity Check software TurnItIn. One student of a group will have account created for this software and must submit the group report by 5 pm on Due Week through TurnItIn. Please also refer to the marking guide for more detail information about all assessments.

This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:

80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment


Assessment Matrix

 Assessment vs MEM30032A Elements & Performance Criteria

Assessments 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 4.1 4.2 5.1 5.2 5.3
Engineering terms test  X X X X    X                  X  X  X  X  X  X  X
Drawing portfolio  X   X
Drawing test  X X X X X X X X X X X X X X   X          

 

 Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

 

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
   EA1.1  EA1.2 EA1.3 EA1.4 EA1.5 EA1.6 EA2.1  EA2.2 EA2.3 EA2.4 EA3.1 EA3.2 EA3.3 EA3.4  EA3.5 EA3.6
Terms Test  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X
Drawing Portfolio  X    X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X
Drawing Test  X  X  X    X  X  X  X  X        X    X  
MEM30032A 3 2 3 1 2 3 3 3 3 1 0 2 0 1 2 0
0 (Blank) Graduate attribute is not assessed.
1 Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element
2 Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element
3 Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element

 


 
 
 

Other Information

Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 25 hours outside the class time.


Study and Learning Support:


Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:


- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development


Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support


Disability Liaison Unit:


If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit.


Late Submission:


If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
 

The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.


If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.


Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.

Special Consideration:

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please refer: http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

Email Communication:

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
 

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