Overview

The module focuses on developing 3 digital elements: CAD, Digital Graphics and FEA and requires students to complete a range of tutorials and tasks to develop their technical ability. Every guided task is supplemented with an extension task which, when completed successfully, validates the learning.

Topics and skills: Parametric modelling, context specific CAD tasks to support the project in the module, rendering, visualisation, branding, Finite Element Analysis stress testing – single body statics. Students compile and submit evidence of their work via workbooks for assessment.

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -Equivalent to 40%.Uses key areas of theory or knowledge to meet the Learning Outcomes of the module. Is able to formulate an appropriate solution to accurately solve tasks and questions. Can identify individual aspects, but lacks an awareness of links between them and the wider contexts. Outputs can be understood, but lack structure and/or coherence.

-good -Equivalent to the range 60%-69%.Is able to analyse a task or problem to decide which aspects of theory and knowledge to apply. Solutions are of a workable quality, demonstrating understanding of underlying principles. Major themes can be linked appropriately but may not be able to extend this to individual aspects. Outputs are readily understood, with an appropriate structure but may lack sophistication.

-excellent -Equivalent to the range 70%+.Assemble critically evaluated, relevant areas of knowledge and theory to constuct professional-level solutions to tasks and questions presented. Is able to cross-link themes and aspects to draw considered conclusions. Presents outputs in a cohesive, accurate, and efficient manner.

Learning Outcomes

• Analyse 3D designs using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations in order to judge whether components will meet the performance requirements of their final users.

• Create prototype designs using CAD/CAM system and cutter toolpaths for manufacturing these designs.

• Describe an original design idea in 3D through the use of a CAD system, to create virtual 3D components and assemblies related to their properties

• Visualise designs using 3D rendering to extend branding, textures and material choices allowing the appearance of products to be accurately appraised.