Course Title: Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: MIET7057C
Course Title: Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4411 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation
Course Contact: Melanie Reynolds
Course Contact Phone: +61399254059
Course Contact Email: melanie.reynolds@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Program Manager:
Dr Amita Iyer
Phone: +61 3 9925 8311
Email: amita.iyer@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Not applicable.
Course Description
In this course you will cover the skills and knowledge required to apply functions of computer-aided design (CAD) software programs that are typically used in the production of detail drawings.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MEM30031A Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements |
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Element: |
1 Confirm drawing requirements |
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Performance Criteria: |
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2 Identify key features of CAD software |
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3 Access software and set up for drawing work |
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3.1 Open software and navigate organisational filing and library system 3.2 Identify organisational and software templates and determine uses 3.3 Identify organisational symbols, codes and standards to be applied in drafting work and how these are accessed and applied 3.4 Apply workplace procedures to retrieve and manipulate required information and navigate computing technology 3.5 Set up working environment |
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Element: |
4 Produce basic drawing elements |
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Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Use CAD functions to produce basic drawing elements 4.2 Use editing and transfer tools and methods to modify drawing elements 4.3 Apply dimensions, text and symbols to drawing elements 4.4 Import and export files into/out of working space 4.5 Generate different views and perspectives 4.6 Organise presentation of work |
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Element: |
5 Complete CAD operations |
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Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Save and file drawing elements according to organisational procedures 5.2 Print drawing elements and evaluate presentation 5.3 Evaluate work and identify areas for improvement 5.4 Close applications, perform CAD housekeeping and maintain organisational filing system |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this course and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Projects / Practical work
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
Week |
Topics Delivered | Elements / Performance Criteria |
1 | Overview of Engineering drawings, Graphic communication requirements. Technical drawings standards according to AS1100. Computer hardware and software requirements. 2D & 3D CAD systems |
1, 2 |
2 | Introduction to AutoCAD. Drawing Commands. Tutorial exercises | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
3 | Drawing Commands. Tutorial exercises | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
4 | Modify commands. Assist commands. Tutorial exercises Assessment 1: Unit Test (Online) |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
5 | Use AutoCAD Draw, Modify and Assist Commands to draw simple geometric shapes. | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
6 | Feedback from Unit Test. Use AutoCAD Draw, Modify and Assist Commands to draw simple geometric shapes. Submit drawing exercise for assessment | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
7 | Use AutoCAD Draw, Modify and Assist Commands to draw simple geometric shapes. | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
8 | Use AutoCAD Hatch and Assist Commands to draw simple geometric shapes. | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
9 | Block, Wblock & Insert Commands. Create Library Parts. Use block, Wblock and Insert commands to create library parts | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
10 | Block, Wblock & Insert Commands. Create Library Parts. Use block, Wblock and Insert commands to create library parts | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
11 | Use Area command to determine area and perimeter of simple shapes | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
12 | Use Area command to determine area and perimeter of simple shapes | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
13 | Industry visit. To be announced |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
14 |
Orthogonal Projection and Dimensioning Use AutoCAD to produce engineering drawings |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
15 |
Orthogonal Projection and Dimensioning Use AutoCAD to produce Engineering Drawings |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
16 |
Complete outstanding tutorial exercises Assessment 2: Drawing Portfolios due |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
17 | Assessment 3: Final Test - Orthogonal Drawings |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
18 | Student feedback | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
Note:-
1. Week 13 - Industrial visit are tentative. It can be changed or varied. Information will be provided via e-mail or through Canvas about the confirmation or variation.
2. Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is minimum 15 hours outside the class time.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
AutoCAD Basic Skills 2015-2016, Swinburne Press |
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Engineering Drawing - A. W. Boundy, 8th edition, 2012, McGraw-Hill |
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. List of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1: Unit Test (Online), Week 4
Assessment 2: Drawings Portfolio, Week 16
This course courses will be assessed as Competent or Not Yet Competent
Assessment Matrix
Assessment vs MEM30031A Elements & Performance Criteria
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1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | |
Unit Test (Online) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||
Drawing Portfolio | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||
Final Test (Practical) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies | ||||||||||||||||
Assessments | EA 1.1 | EA 1.2 | EA 1.3 | EA 1.4 | EA 1.5 |
EA 1.6 | EA 2.1 | EA 2.2 | EA 2.3 | EA 2.4 | EA 3.1 | EA 3.2 | EA 3.3 | EA 3.4 | EA 3.5 | EA 3.6 |
Unit Test (Online) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||
Drawing Portfolio | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
Final Test (Practical) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||
All Assessments MEM30031A |
0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
0 (Blank) | Graduate attribute is not assessed | |||||||||||||||
1 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third of the Element | |||||||||||||||
2 | Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third but less than two-thirds of the Element | |||||||||||||||
3 | Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element |
Other Information
Private study hours are approximately 15 hours for this course.
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
- Relevant
- Current
- Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL
Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special consideration:
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Other Information:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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