Course Title: Prepare basic mechanical and structural engineering drawings to AS 1100
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2010
Course Code: CIVE5655
Course Title: Prepare basic mechanical and structural engineering drawings to AS 1100
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: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
D.T. (David) Ayers
School of Engineering (TAFE)
Civil Operations
Tel : (03) 9925 8312
Fax : (03) 9925 4377
e-mail: david.ayers@rmit.edu.au
W.R. (Bill) Harding, Teacher
School of Engineering (TAFE)
Civil Operations
Tel. 9925 4443
Fax. 9925 4377
e-mail: w.harding@rmit.edu.au
A.S. (Ahmet) Ertuncay, Teacher
School of Engineering (TAFE)
Civil Operations
Tel : (03) 9925 8375
Fax : (03) 9925 4377
e-mail ahmet.ertuncay@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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 covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare basic mechanical and structural engineering drawings to the current Australian Drawing Standard, AS 1100.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
EDX060B Prepare basic mechanical and structural engineering drawings to AS 1100 |
Element: |
1. Interpret drawings produced using first angle and third angle orthogonal projection methods. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Information is extracted from the drawing. |
Element: |
2. Produce drawings of simple mechanical engineering components to AS 1100 |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Top, front and side views are produced using third angle orthogonal projection. |
Element: |
3. Produce three dimensional views of simple mechanical engineering components |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Three dimensional views are produced of simple engineering components. |
Element: |
4. Draw sectional views to AS 1100 of simple mechanical engineering components |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Sectional views are drawn of components incorporating correct use of conventions. |
Element: |
5. Use Steel Sections Handbooks in the identification of steel members and derivation of dimensions. |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 The various steel members used in structural steel construction are identified. |
Element: |
6. Extract appropriate data from basic design information to draw, label and dimension structural steel connections |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Relevant information is extracted from relevant standards. |
Element: |
7. Detail simple beams and columns |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Design drawing is interpreted and relevant dimensions determined. |
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 overheads and notes covering the concepts of preparing structural engineering drawings to AS 1100. This will cover each element in designated areas of underpinning knowledge and include:
o Interpreting orthographic projection
o Basic views, (plans, elevations)
o Sectional views (projection)
o Methods of geometric construction
o Isometrics and perspectives
o Drawing layouts
o Interpreting the Steel Sections Handbooks
o Identifying steel sections
o Collecting and analysing data
o Methods of detailing and dimensioning steel members and connections
o Steel connection design
Simulated Workplace Activities:
In a computer lab using Computer Aided Drafting software, and appropriate standard symbols and terminology to AS 1100 the student will prepare two and three dimensional drawings of structural engineering parts based on industry standards and include:
o Preparing marking plans
o Designing steel connections
o Sketching steel connections
o Prepare and fully detail steel connection drawings
The student will prepare a selection of the following drawings to AS 1100, AS 4100 and industry standards:
o Steel Frame and marking plan
o Beam/column connections
o Column base plate details
o Portal frame knee connection
o Portal frame ridge connection
o Portal frame base connection
Student Self Directed
• Using the Internet students will research AS 1100 series of standards from Standards Online to obtain an
understanding of engineering principles, conventions and drawing practices required for preparing structural engineering drawings.
Students will be encouraged to view and analyse a variety of real-life projects (structural engineering drawings) to increase their understanding of the standard expected in a structural engineering drawing office.
Teaching Schedule
Refer to Matrix in the Learning Package on the Learning Hub.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Ayers, David. Introduction to MicroStation V8. 2005 |
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
Refer to matrix below
Assessment Matrix
Element Covered | Assessment Task | Proportion of Final Assessment | Submission Time |
1 | Complete selected mechanical/structural drawing | 10% | Week 4 |
2 | Complete selected mechanical/structural drawing | 10% | Week 7 |
3 | Complete selected mechanical/structural drawing | 20% | Week 9 |
4 | Complete selected structural drawing | 20% | Week 12 |
5 | Complete selected structural drawing | 10% | Week 17 |
6 & 7 | Complete selected structural drawing | 30% | Final Week |
Other Information
Underpinning Skills and Knowledge
Skill in freehand sketching techniques if relevant.
Skill in the use of manual drafting equipment if relevant.
Computing and CAD skills if relevant.
The principles and application of orthogonal third angle and first angle projection.
The principles and application of isometric and oblique projection methods.
Selection of views and details and aesthetic and logical layout on the drawing sheet.
The correct interpretation of AS 1100 to:- Standard sheet sizes
Title block information
Notes and revisions
Standard views
Line types and thicknesses
Dimensioning elements
Dimensioning principles
Lettering
Symbols
Sectioned views
Interpretation of structural steel drafting codes for:-
Member sizes
Extraction of information
- Centroid lines
- Gauge lines
- Edge distances
- Bolt pitches
- Hole sizes
- Standardised steel connections
Detailing of simple mechanical and structural components
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