Course Title: Produce computer-aided drawings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2015
Course Code: GRAP6341C
Course Title: Produce computer-aided drawings
School: 320T Architecture & Design
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5333 - Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration
Course Contact : Jennifer Crowley
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819
Course Contact Email:design.ve@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teachers:
Dusko Lapcevic - dusko.lapcevic@rmit.edu.au
Accelerated Program
Coordinator - Jenni Woods jennifer.woods@rmit.edu.au
Teacher - Tali Davies taliesin.davies@rmit.edu.au
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
This unit has linkages to a wide range of other units in various Training Packages and combined assessment and/or training with those units would be appropriate.
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use a range of CADD program functions and features to produce drawings. People working in many industries require the skills and knowledge in this unit, and the unit is written to allow for contextualisation to a particular industry context. Within the cultural industries this unit is relevant for people working across multiple sectors. The focus of this unit is on the technical skills required to operate CADD, and design skills are found in other units within the Visual Arts Craft and Design Training Package.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVACD302A Produce computer-aided drawings |
Element: |
Prepare for computer-aided drawing work |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clarify drawing requirements with reference to 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 |
Element: |
Gather object parameters and/or measurements |
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 critical information |
Element: |
Prepare plots or drawings |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Access and use CADD functions and features according to operating instructions 3.2 Access and use peripheral equipment required for projects 3.3 Prepare and review preliminary drawings in consultation with relevant colleagues as required |
Element: |
Finalise drawings |
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 colleagues as required 4.3 Store data files according to operating instructions and organisational procedures 4.4 Submit final drawings within agreed time parameters |
Learning Outcomes
This unit supports the outcome of the skills and knowledge required to use a range of CADD program functions and features to produce drawings.
Refer to the elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In Class Activities will include:
- Use of class computers for the preparation of working drawings
- Internet use for dowloading both images and blocks used in the project
- On-line CAD drawing tutorials
- On-line quizzes done
- In class drawing activities / project work
- In class self assessment
- A number of new 2D drawings will be completed in the semester in a standard that would be expected in industry
Out of class activities will include:
- Online video tutorials and quizzes
- Sourcing of images
- Independent project based work
As assessment will involve student group interaction, it is in your interest to attend all classes.
Self Directed Learning - Some activities will include a self directed learning approach, self-directed learning refers to organised activities that students undertake independently, either as individuals or with other students, that are supervised by a teacher. This may include workplace research, library assignments, field trips and work placements.
Teaching Schedule
| Week | Class content | Due Date | Learning Elements |
| 1 | Introduction to AutoCAD | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 5.3 |
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| 2 | Basic AutoCAD commands and commencement of Task 1 | Week 7 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 5.3 |
| 3 | Basic AutoCAD commands and working on Task 1 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 4 | Basic AutoCAD commands and working on Task 1 |
1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 5 | Basic AutoCAD commands and working on Task 1 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 6 | Basic AutoCAD commands and working on Task 1 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 7 | Task 1 due - group activity in class to self assess & correct | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 8 | Basic AutoCAD commands and working on Task 2 | Week 11 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
| 9 | Further AutoCAD commands and working on Task 2 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 5.3 |
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| 10 | Further AutoCAD commands and working on Task 2 + introduction to Task 3 | Week 15 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
| 11 | Task 2 due - group activity in class to self assess & correct | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, |
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| Break | Mid Semester Break | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 12 | Working on Task 3 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 13 | Working on Task 3 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 14 | Working on Task 3 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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| 15 | Last class - Submission of Task 3 | 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 |
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Accelerated Program will commence at week 9 - 20 with the same weekly activities as above.
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
2014 2D CAD exercises – found in “blackboard” in the “weekly notes" folder in this course (to be confirmed) |
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2014 tutorial videos located in the weekly notes folder in blackboard in the relevant subject folder |
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Lynda.com video tutorial course - AutoCAD 2016 Essential Training |
References
Australian Standards, AS1100.101-1992. Technical Drawing Part 101: “General Principles” |
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Australian Standards, AS1100.301-2008. Technical Drawing Part 301: “Architectural drawing” |
Other Resources
- Home computer - It is advisable that you have a computer at home on which to do your self directed work
- Software - "AutoCAD 2014" software is available for access via RMIT for all students enrolled in the program. Authorisation for the software can also be sought via AutoDesk. Details will be given in class
- Authorisation - You can then receive an authorisation for the use of the software for 36 months at a time direct from AutoDesk (details will be supplied in first week)
- Self paced online tutorial - If you find you are struggling with Revit, as an RMIT student you will have access to the Lynda.com website tutorials. This can only be done for free via the link below:
- Lynda.com
- Building 94, level 5, room 13 will be available most nights after 6pm till midnight (refer to to timetable located on door of room). Note, an "access" form will need to be filled in and approved prior to use of this room.
- During the course, video files will be uploaded into the relevant blackboard folder for assistance
Overview of Assessment
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
• ability to use the standard features and functions of a CADD program to produce drawings
• knowledge of CADD capabilities and uses in relation to the specific industry context.
Assessment for this course will be project based.
Assessment Tasks
Task 1:
Whilst learning the basics of drawing in AutoCAD 2016, you will create a very basic floor plan of a building.
This will include all appropriate drawing standards. The extent of the drawing is outlined in a brief that is
available in blackboard. This is an assessible task (as either competent or not yet competent).
The drawing is to be ammended if below standard until competency is attained.
Task 2:
In further development of AutoCAD commands and use, you will create another floor plan with more detail.
This will included commands used to finish off a drawing for printing. The extent of the drawing is outlined
in a brief that is available in blackboard. This also is an assessable task (as either competent or not yet
competent). The drawing is to be amended if below standard until competency is attained.
Task 3:
In further development of AutoCAD commands and use, you will detail up a bathroom in the drawing created
in task 2. This will include detailing the fixtures to be installed in the bathroom.
Assessment Matrix
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment (not graded).
All components must be addressed to gain a pass in this course and be deemed competent overall
| CHD | Competent with High Distinction |
| CDI | Competent with Distinction |
| CC | Competent with Credit |
| CAG | Competency Achieved – Graded |
| NYC | Not Yet Competent |
| DNS | Did Not Submit for Assessment |
Other Information
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 gain the competency.
Feedback - 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.
Student feedback at RMIT :
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Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Student progress policy :
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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. Special consideration, appeals and discipline :
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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.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism - RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy go to Academic Integrity :
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