Module Details

Module Code: DSGN C1601
Module Title: Computer Aided Drafting
Title: Computer Aided Drafting
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Joe Dillane
Domains:  
Module Description: To provide the student with a basic knowledge of computer aided design
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Produce, edit and print a variety of engineering parts using a CAD system.
LO2 Produce a portfolio of assembly drawings to ISO standards in First and Third angle projection using CAD software.
LO3 Identify and draw standard circuit diagrams for listed mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic components.
LO4 Interpret, from workings drawings, ISO tolerances and Machining & Finishing symbols.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Engineering nomenclature
Symbols for compressors, filters, actuators, non-return valves, gate valves, reservoirs, gauges, pressure reducing valves and other devices. Conventions for pneumatic flow diagrams. Standard diagrams for pressure measurement, flow measurement and pneumatic control systems. Conventions and symbols for the manufacture of components. Design of components & Interpretation of drawings.
Computer Aided Drafting
Introduction to basic CAD concepts (constraints & relations, Third and first angle projection). Basic editing and drawing commands. Introduction to design intent. Enhancing CAD drawings with text, symbols and blocks. Adding and editing dimensions with different dimensioning styles. File management.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Apply basic techniques for creating 3D CAD model
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 35
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Produce 2D drawings of parts
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Produce assembly drawings of mechanical parts.
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.
Reassessment Description
Learners that fail but achieve a minimum final percentage of 30% in the module will be eligible for one or more of the following: Submit assignment, Re-submit components, Practical examination, Interview or Presentation.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00 12
Lab/Lecture Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 5.13 77
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Cadfolks. AutoCAD for Beginners, CreateSpace, p.300, [ISBN: 9781511684460].
  • Matt Lombard. Solidworks Bible, John Wiley & Sons, p.1249, [ISBN: 9781118508404].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Éanna Ó Broin. Technical Draughtsmanship, Gill & Macmillan Ltd, [ISBN: 9780717116522].
  • H. W. French. Technician engineering drawing 1, Cassell, [ISBN: 0304298638].
  • Maurice Arthur Parker,Fred Pickup. Engineering Drawing with Worked Examples, Nelson Thornes, p.232, [ISBN: 9780748703111].
  • R. S. Rhodes,Roland Swetnam Rhodes,L. B. Cook,Leo Brian Cook. Basic Engineering Drawing, Longman Publishing Group, p.182, [ISBN: 0582065941].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • British Standards 2005 Engineering drawing practice.
This module does not have any other resources
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