Module Details

Module Code: COMM C1501
Module Title: AutoCAD, IT and Communications
Title: AutoCAD, IT and Communications
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 10
Module Coordinator: Eoin Homan
Module Author:: John Carton
Domains:  
Module Description: The aims of the module are to;
(1) Teach the students how to produce construction drawings using computer software
(2) To introduce students to information and communication technology
(3) To develop and improve written communication.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 produce considered drawings from given studio briefs.
LO2 to create, edit and print a variety of technical drawings using a CAD system Revit - Introduction to Revit Architecture as a digital design programme to produce a variety of drawings generally following a set of drawing conventions.
LO3 to describe the main features of a computer system and the use of computer software as engineering and communication tools and to communicate effectively in a modern technical environment
LO4 to create and edit word processing, spreadsheet presentation documents to demonstrate research capabilities and critical thinking
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
Computer Aided Drafting (20 hours lectures, 40 hours practicals)
(a) Introduction to basic CAD concepts using AutoCAD. (b) Basic editing and drawing commands. (c) Enhancing CAD drawings with text, symbols and blocks. (d) Transferring data using the Design Centre. (e) Using Paper Space to print a variety of drawing layouts. (f) Adding and editing dimensions with different dimensioning styles (g) Studio Projects  Students are given studio briefs and sketch designs and are required to produce considered drawings under the direction of a studio master.  Plan, Section and Elevation of small single storey domestic dwelling.  Section through foundations, external wall and roof.  Plan, Section and Elevations of 2 Storey house.
Communication Skills (8 hours lectures, 12 hours practicals)
(a) Elements of communication. (b) Oral communication (interviews, meetings, verbal reporting). (c) Written communication (letters, memos, reports and graphical presentations)
Computers (2 hours lectures, 2 hours practicals)
(a) Overview of the main components in a computer system. (b) Understanding a computer specification.
Document Production (8 hours lectures, 22 hours practicals)
(a) Introduction to word processing, spreadsheet and database concepts and slide presentation using Microsoft Applications. (b) Creation of tables and charts with simple function control. (c) Importing graphics, digital data and clip art into Microsoft applications.
Research
(a) Using web based and other resources to locate relevant and trustworthy data (b) Using referencing and citations to support argument
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment15.00%
Project50.00%
Practical35.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 15
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
No Description
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
No Description
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 35
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
No Description
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
Reassessment Description
Repeat Exam &/or CA reassessment, as appropriate. Students must have attained a minimum of 35% in their CA work in this module throughout the year to be deemed to have met the requirements for a repeat opportunity.

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 4.00 48
Practicals Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 4.00 48
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 12.83 154
Total Weekly Contact Hours 8.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Bernard V. Liengme. (2016), A guide to Microsoft® Excel 2013 for scientists and engineers, [ISBN: 0128028173].
  • John W. Davies. (2001), Communication skills, Prentice Hall, Harlow, [ISBN: 0130882941].
  • Brian C. Benton,George Omura. (2021), Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021, John Wiley & Sons, p.1120, [ISBN: 1119715350].
  • Clifford Whitcomb,Leslie E. Whitcomb. (2013), Effective Interpersonal and Team Communication Skills for Engineers, John Wiley & Sons, p.168, [ISBN: 1118317092].
  • Joan Lambert,Curtis Frye. (2018), Microsoft Office 2019 Step by Step, Microsoft Press, p.560, [ISBN: 1509307680].
  • Joan Lambert. (2019), Microsoft Word 2019 Step by Step, Microsoft Press, p.672, [ISBN: 1509305874].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Roy Chudley,Roger Greeno,Karl Kovac. (2020), Chudley and Greeno's Building Construction Handbook, 12th. Routledge, p.770, [ISBN: 0367135434].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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