Indicative Content |
Materials in design
Providing a historical perspective on materials with particular emphasis on the explosion of new materials in the 20th century and co-evolution of modern materials and the industrial design discipline. The use of case study examples illustrate these points
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Material Properties
Examining the classification of materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, glass and hybrid) and through this classification exploring the typical structure/property relationships of these materials types and their typical usecases
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Introduction to 3D form generation using parametric CAD
Following a general introduction to CAD the core concepts of parametric modeling using CAD are explored and the CAD software is used in the creation of geometric forms. These forms are translated to 2D designs suitable for use in the workshop for model manufacture
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Workshop materials handbook
Application of acquired materials knowledge in conjunction with the 3D representation to create a handbook of workshop materials typically used in the production of design models and sketch model prototypes
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Resources Computer Lab
Access to a dedicated computer lab with suite of software (SolidWorks, PhotoView 360, KeyShot and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite). Lecturer workstation connected to an overhead projector, projection screen and white board
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Resources Computers/Plotters/Printers
In this year each learner requires the use of a personal computer of suitable specification to run software used on the design programme. There should be access to printing and plotting facilities in order to complete final deliverables
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Resources Studio
Access to a shared studio space with dedicated work stations and group work areas to facilitate project work and peer learning
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Studio Based Learning |
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Contact |
A mixture of lecture delivery of content and studio-based learning wherein the newly acquired knowledge is used to work through case study based materials problems. |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Lab/Lecture |
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Contact |
A mixture of lecture and practical application of CAD to the creation of 3D geometric forms 2D technical drawings. |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Independent research and analysis in generating a catalog of materials with reference to their typical applications and supporting information of how their structure/property relationships make them suitable for these applications. |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Self-directed work utilizing CAD software to complete assigned tutorials and generate project outputs. |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Rob Thompson. (2007), Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals, Thames & Hudson Ltd, London, p.528, [ISBN: 0500513759].
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Chris Lefteri. (2014), Materials for Design, Laurence King Publishing, p.256, [ISBN: 1780673442].
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Supplementary Book Resources |
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Jim Lesko. (2008), Industrial Design: Materials and Manufacturing Guide, John Wiley & Sons, p.250, [ISBN: 0470055383].
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Douglas Bryden. (2014), CAD and Rapid Prototyping for Product Design, Laurence King Publishing, p.176, [ISBN: 9781780673424].
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This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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This module does not have any other resources |
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