School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    CAD for Designers
  • Unit Code

    TDD2223
  • Year

    2021
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    A/Prof Stuart MEDLEY

Description

This unit introduces students to computer based design packages used in both 2D and 3D design. Students develop skills in using the main computer aided design programs and applications. A focus of the unit is the use of computer designs as production tools. This includes exploration of the use of computers in 3D and 2D printing and laser cutting/laser engraving. Case studies of the application of computers in the design industry will illustrate the appropriate use of these technologies.

Prerequisite Rule

Students must pass unit TDD1101 before being allowed to enrol in the this unit.

Equivalent Rule

Previously coded TDD2203

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Use computer based design to create plans, sections and elevations relevant to major design disciplines.
  2. Describe methods, such as file formats, used to reproduce and transmit CAD information.
  3. Describe the application of CAD to the fabrication of physical objects.
  4. Design and produce a basic 3D model of an object using CAD.
  5. Use a CAD software package proficiently, and print completed and accurate CAD drawings.

Unit Content

  1. Basic 2D drafting and 3D modelling.
  2. Basic concepts of 2D and 3D geometry.
  3. Referencing and organising CAD data.
  4. Problem solving with materials related to CAD.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS

JoondalupMount LawleySouth West (Bunbury)
Semester 2Not Offered13 x 3 hour seminarNot Offered

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Additional Learning Experience Information

Class activities focus on introducing students to various printing technology. Students will be taught CAD applications and operating 2D and 3D printing machines to produce design objects. Lectures will introduce students to the contextual and cultural relevance of printing.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
TestTest on terminology and file formats 10%
ProjectFinished computer aided design relevant to student’s major 60%
JournalResearch journal30%

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    CAD for Designers
  • Unit Code

    TDD2223
  • Year

    2021
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    A/Prof Stuart MEDLEY

Description

This unit introduces students to computer based design packages used in both 2D and 3D design. Students develop skills in using the main computer aided design programs and applications. A focus of the unit is the use of computer designs as production tools. This includes exploration of the use of computers in 3D and 2D printing and laser cutting/laser engraving. Case studies of the application of computers in the design industry will illustrate the appropriate use of these technologies.

Prerequisite Rule

Students must pass unit TDD1101 before being allowed to enrol in the this unit.

Equivalent Rule

Previously coded TDD2203

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Use computer based design to create plans, sections and elevations relevant to major design disciplines.
  2. Describe methods, such as file formats, used to reproduce and transmit CAD information.
  3. Describe the application of CAD to the fabrication of physical objects.
  4. Design and produce a basic 3D model of an object using CAD.
  5. Use a CAD software package proficiently, and print completed and accurate CAD drawings.

Unit Content

  1. Basic 2D drafting and 3D modelling.
  2. Basic concepts of 2D and 3D geometry.
  3. Referencing and organising CAD data.
  4. Problem solving with materials related to CAD.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS

JoondalupMount LawleySouth West (Bunbury)
Semester 2Not Offered13 x 3 hour seminarNot Offered

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Additional Learning Experience Information

Class activities focus on introducing students to various printing technology. Students will be taught CAD applications and operating 2D and 3D printing machines to produce design objects. Lectures will introduce students to the contextual and cultural relevance of printing.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
TestTest on terminology and file formats 10%
ProjectFinished computer aided design relevant to student’s major 60%
JournalResearch journal30%

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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