Module Details

Module Code: DSGN H2421
Module Title: 3D Modelling
Title: 3D Modelling
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Eileen Doyle
Module Author:: Bryan Leech
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to further develop materials appreciation, 3D parametric modelling skills and 2D technical drafting skills to facilitate and support Design Studio (Design for Industry) work. The materials appreciation aspect of the module takes a closer look at material properties, specialist materials and processes. Material appreciation element also considers material performance and testing, contact mechanics, section analysis and finite element analysis. Learners will be introduced to technical drawing standard (BS PP8888) to direct 3D modelling and 2D drafting outputs. This module is closely aligned with course work undertaken during the Re-Design Project in Design Studio 2 (Design for Industry) module and the Working Prototypes module.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Recall principle modelling concepts necessary for successful 3D parametric solid modelling to complement studio-based course work.
LO2 Interpret and implement key elements of technical drawing standard BS PP 8888 to prepare a suite of technical drawings, using traditional 2D technical drafting methods or 2D orthographic drawings generated in a 3D modelling environment.
LO3 Demonstrate an understanding of material properties and apply appropriate material selection, testing, analysis and DFM strategies in product design proposals.
LO4 Demonstrate an understanding of key engineering principles such as material failure theory, contact mechanics, friction and section analysis.
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
9540 SKLS Design Studio 2 (Design for Industry)
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Technical Drawing Standards
Introduction to, and interpreting of, Technical Drawing Standards PP 8888 to ensure that learner outputs, such as traditional 2D technical drafting or 2D orthographic drawings directly from files generated in a 3D modelling environment, conform to the nominated technical drawing standards.
3D Modelling
Learners will be expected to recall the 3D modelling concepts learned in Year1 of the programme and encouraged to develop their 3D modelling capabilities my adding more advanced modelling features to their repertoire. Learners will use 3D modelling skills as a support tool for exploring space envelopes and space management during the Repositioning Project within the Design Studio 2 module.
Material Properties
Learners will develop their knowledge, understanding of key engineering principals and properties. Deformation and failure, finite element analysis and material properties such as electrical, thermal and magnetic properties will be covered. Learners will also be also be introduced to specialist materials and applications.
Electrical Circuit Theory
In conjunction with the Working Prototypes module, learners will learn about basic circuit theory and build simple electrical circuits and learn about physical computing for prototyping using Arduino C, Arduino Python and Raspberry Pi.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Suite of hand-drawn 2D orthographic drawing conforming to BS PP8888
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Material specification and solid modelling element of a studio-based project.
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Reassessment consisting of a project incorporating all elements of the learning outcomes. Access to studio and computer lab or access to computer hardware with parametric CAD software. Internet access to conduct research would also be required.

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 Every Week 4.00 4
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Rob Thompson. (2007), Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals, Thames & Hudson, London, [ISBN: 0500513759].
  • Chris Lefteri. (2014), Materials for Design, Laurence King Publishing, p.256, [ISBN: 1780673442].
  • Neil Phelps (IEng MIED.), British Standards Institute Staff,Colin H. Simmons,British Standards Institution. A Guide for Schools and Colleges to BS 8888, [ISBN: 0580508684].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Bjarki Hallgrimsson. (2019), Prototyping and Modelmaking for Product Design, Laurence King Publishing, p.208, [ISBN: 1786275112].
  • Jim Lesko. (2008), Industrial Design, John Wiley & Sons, p.250, [ISBN: 0470055383].
  • Douglas Bryden. (2014), CAD and Rapid Prototyping for Product Design, Laurence King Publishing, p.176, [ISBN: 9781780673424].
  • Charlotte Fiell, Peter Fiell. (2009), Plastic Dreams, Fiell Pub Limited, p.287, [ISBN: 9781906863081].
  • Karl T. Ulrich, Steven D. Eppinger. (2000), Product Design and Development, McGraw-Hill/Irwin, p.358, [ISBN: 007229647X].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
  • The Learning Curve - SolidWorks in Education.
Other Resources
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