Course Title: Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: MIET7057C

Course Title: Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements

School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6162 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering Design)

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vehs@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Chris Sanos
Phone: +61 3 9925 8342
Email: chris.sanos@rmit.edu.au

Teacher: Fifi Zhao
Phone: +61 3 9925 4480
Email: fif.zhao@rmit.edu.au

Dr. Amita Iyer
School of Vocational Engineering, Health and Science (SVEHS)
Program Manager
Tel: (03) 9925 8311
Fax: (03) 9925 4189
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

Nil

Course Description

This unit of competency covers 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

Element:

1. Confirm drawing requirements

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Confirm purpose, scope, and information and presentation requirements for drawing  1.2 Review available information relevant to project and work requirements, and identify and address further information needs 1.3 Identify computing equipment and software used in the organisation 1.4 Identify work flow and procedures for work supervision 1.5 Examine requirements for presentation of drawings

Element:

2. Identify key features of CAD software

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Describe types of CAD software used for detail drafting, their key features and suitability for producing specific drawing outcomes 2.2 Describe types of CAD software used for design drafting, their key features and suitability for producing specific drawing outcomes 2.3 Identify differences in CAD process to generate 2-D drawings and 3-D models, and reasons for each presentation 2.4 Identify differences in CAD process to generate single and multiple view drawings, and reasons for each presentation 2.5 Identify CAD software used in the organisation and confirm compatibility with other software programs and peripheral equipment 2.6 Identify software features for linked specifications, catalogues or materials ordering

Element:

3. Access software and set up for drawing work

Performance Criteria:

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

Element:

4. Produce basic drawing elements

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

Element:

5. Complete CAD operations

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


Refer to Elements


Details of Learning Activities

You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates:

• Tutorials
• Workbook Activities
• Competency Tests

Elements and Performance Criteria for MEM30031A (MIET7057C) Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements 
 

1    Confirm drawing requirements

1.1 Confirm purpose, scope, and information and presentation requirements for drawing

1.2  Review available information relevant to project and work requirements, and identify and address further information needs

1.3  Identify computing equipment and software used in the organisation

1.4  Identify work flow and procedures for work supervision

1.5  Examine requirements for presentation of drawings

 

2    Identify key features of CAD software    

2.1  Describe types of CAD software used for detail drafting, their key features and suitability for producing specific drawing outcomes

2.2  Describe types of CAD software used for design drafting, their key features and suitability for producing specific drawing outcomes

2.3  Identify differences in CAD process to generate 2-D drawings and 3-D models, and reasons for each presentation

2.4  Identify differences in CAD process to generate single and multiple view drawings, and reasons for each presentation

2.5  Identify CAD software used in the organisation and confirm compatibility with other software programs and peripheral equipment

2.6  Identify software features for linked specifications, catalogues or materials ordering

 

3     Access software and set up for drawing work      

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

 

4     Produce basic drawing elements              

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

 

5    Complete CAD operations           

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

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:

This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:  

EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base

EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA 1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA 1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA 1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA 1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA 1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.

EA 2. Engineering Application Ability

EA 2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well-defined engineering problems.
EA 2.2. Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA 2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.

EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes

EA 3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA 3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA 3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competencies of MEM30031A in the Assessment Matrix.


Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for the competencies of (MEM30031A) is detailed below:

Week    

 Topics Delivered                                                                                                              Elements/Performance criteria
1  Lecture –
• Introduction to the subject and AutoCAD
• Opening Auto CAD
• How to create an AutoCAD folder in Windows Explorer – “H”
drive and an AutoCAD file
• Becoming familiar with the AutoCAD environment
• Identify key features of CAD software
- Class Activity-
• Create new Template file on H drive
• Set up dimensions and text – “SAVE”
• Looking up and following drawings standards
- Class Activity-
• A3 Title Block
Lecture –
• How to save and backup your files and exit Autocad correctly		 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
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.4
2  Lecture –
• Revisit basic commands
• Extra commands
• Blocks & Insert
• Dimensions
• Engineering scales
• Drawing layout
• Linetypes and styles

- Class Activity- Section marks & North points and Steel Flange

1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
3  Lecture –
• Set up layers
• W-Blocks
• Drawing Organisation

- Class Activity – Draw Screwed Steel Flange
- Class Activity – Draw Sleeve Bracket		 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
4  Lecture –
• Discuss and demonstrate further commands
• 3rd angle projection

- Class Activity – Draw Brass Block

Lecture –
• Drawing and dimensioning on angles: oblique
• Printing: Paper space/model space

Class Activity – Complete Drawing Brass Block

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
5  Lecture –
• Extended commands: mirror, scale, stretch

- Class Activity – Draw Safety Bracket

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
6  Lecture –
• Extended commands cont.

- Class Activity – Draw Dovetailed clasp

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
7  Lecture –
• Extended commands cont.

- Class Activity – Keyed Bracket

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
8  Lecture –
• Extended commands cont.

- Class Activity – MS Sleeve Bracket

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
9 Lecture –
• Discuss sectional drawings, their purpose and methodology
• Demonstrate via worked examples how to cut sections through 
various objects, both tangible and drawn
• Demonstrate correct drawing conventions when completing 
sections
• Students to complete simple class room sectional sketches

- Class Activity – Draw MS Clamp

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
10  Lecture –
• Further worked examples of sectional drawings.

- Class Activity – Draw Spindle Shaft Support

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
11  Lecture –
• Discuss multiple sectional views through objects

• Assessment 2: Manifold Assembly

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
12 Complete

• Assessment 3: Steel Beam/Column Connection

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
13

Lecture –

  • Steel Beam and column theory
  • Worked examples of how to draw steel beam and column                connections
  •  Drawing standards to follow when detailing steel drawings, incl.       hatching and welding symbols
  •  How to use the OneSteel catalogue to the determine the size of       steel members

 • Commence Steel Beam and Column Connection drawing

 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
14

Read through Learning Guide and e-books and continue

 • Steel Beam and Column Connection		 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
15

Read through Learning Guide and e-books and continue

 • Steel Beam and Column Connection		 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
16

Read through Learning Guide and e-books and complete

 • Steel Beam and Column Connection		 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
17  • Assessment 4: Competency Test  1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4
18  • Resits and Re-submissions if required 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
3.1,3.2,3.3,3
4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5,4.6
5.1,5.2,5.3,5.4


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 32 hours outside the class time.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

1. Gladfelter, Donnie AutoCAD 2015 and AutoCAD LT 2015: No Experience Required
2. Onstott, Scott AutoCAD 2015
3. AS 1100.101—1992 Australian Standard Technical drawing

Students are not required to purchase these references, they are available online via the RMIT Library.


Other Resources

  • Students can obtain the latest, free educational version of Autocad from the Autodesk website for out of class work.
  • Web links
  • In class videos

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

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course, you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

Assessment 1, 2 & 3: Drawing Exercises

Assessment  4: Competency Test

 

These tasks assess the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Element/Performance Criteria Covered

Assessment  1:  Drawing Exercise 1

 Assessment 2:  Drawing Exercise 2

Assessment 3:  Drawing Exercise 3

Assessment 4: Competency Test

1.1

x

x

 X

X

1.2

x

x

 X

X

1.3

x

x

 X

 X

1.4

x

x

 X

 X

1.5

x

x

 X

  X

2.1

x

x

 X

 

2.2

x

x

 X

 

2.3

x

x

 X

 

2.4

x

x

 X

 

2.5

x

x

 X

 

2.6

x

x

 X

x 

3.1

x

x

 X

  X

3.2

x

x

 X

 X

3.3

x

x

 X

 X

3.4

x

x

 X

 X

3.5

x

x

 X

 X

4.1

x

x

 X

 X

4.2

 X

 X

 X

 X

4.3

x

x

 X

 X

4.4

x

x

 X

 X

4.5

x

x

 X

 X

4.6

x

x

 X

 X

5.1

x

x

 X

 X

5.2

x

x

 X

 X

5.3

x

x

 X

 X

5.4

x

x

 X

 X

 


Assessment Tasks

All assessment tasks are drawing based assessments to be completed on the CAD program taught in class. Each assessment gradually steps up in degrees of difficulty as the student develops and gains greater experience with the program and Engineering concepts. Below is a Marking Guideline to assist students understand the grading system and what it takes to achieve a higher grade and improve their performance. A Marking guideline matrix appears in the learning guide for this course.

Students must be satisfactory in a minimum number of criteria to pass the course. If a student fails to submit an assessment they may only pass the course if the elements of competency of that assessment have been passed in another submission. 

Assessment 1,2,3: Drawing Exercises (Weeks 5,11,16)

Students must draw Engineering objects using 3rd angle projection on 2D software to specifications stipulated in the learning guide and to AS1100.

Assessment 4: Competency Test (Weeks 17)

Students must draw Engineering objects using 3rd angle projection to specifications stipulated in the learning guide and to AS1100.

To be deemed competent, student must achieve satisfactory (S) results in all four (4) assessments.  This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following grades are allocated:   CHD - Competent with High Distinction CDI - Competent with Distinction CC - Competent with Credit CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded NYC - Not Yet Competent DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.   The final grading criteria is made available to students in CANVAS.


Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs MEM30031A Elements & Performance Criteria

  MEM30031A Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments 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
Drawing Exercises  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
Competency Test  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 EA1.1 EA1.2 EA1.3 EA1.4 EA1.5 EA1.6 EA2.1 EA2.2 EA2.3 EA2.4 EA3.1 EA3.2 EA3.3 EA3.4 EA3.5 EA3.6
Drawing Exercises      x      x          x    x  x  x  x
Competency Tests      x      x          x    x  x  x  
ALL ASSESSMENTS MEM30031A  0  0  3  0  0  2  0  0  0  0  3  0  2  3  3  2
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

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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