| Module Title: | Technical Graphics 1 |
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| Language of Instruction: | English |
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| Module Delivered In |
No Programmes
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| Teaching & Learning Strategies: |
This module will be delivered via tutorials and practical classes.
The practical work will comprise weekly sessions of hand drafting, CAD and Parametric modelling.
Student presentations and group projects will also be used to promote learning
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| Module Aim: |
To provide the student with the skills to produce high quality hand-drafted working drawings and a basic knowledge of computer aided design |
| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to: |
| LO1 |
Produce a portfolio of assembly drawings to ISO standards in First and Third angle projection using a drawing board; |
| LO2 |
Produce a portfolio of Pictorial drawings of engineering components using a drawing board; |
| LO3 |
Produce, edit and print a variety of engineering drawings using a CAD system; |
| LO4 |
Identify and draw standard circuit diagrams for listed mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic components; |
| LO5 |
Interpret, from workings drawings, ISO tolerances and Machining & Finishing symbols; identify and draw various types of Cam. |
| Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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| 6419 |
GRAP H1601 |
Technical Graphics 1 |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. |
| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. |
| No requirements listed |
Module Content & Assessment
| Indicative Content |
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Technical Drawing
o Use of letters, figures and lines in accordance with ISO standards.
o Construction methods for triangles, polygons, circles, arcs and tangents.
o Third and first angle projection of parts, detailed and assembly drawings.
o Pictorial representation of parts; isometric and oblique.
o Specification of manufacturing variations and surface finish.
o Free hand sketching.
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Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
o Symbols for compressors, filters, actuators, non-return valves, gate valves, reservoirs, gauges, pressure reducing valves and other devices.
o Conventions for pneumatic flow diagrams. Standard diagrams for pressure measurement, flow measurement and pneumatic control systems.
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Computer Aided Drafting
o Introduction to basic CAD concepts.
o Basic editing and drawing commands.
o Enhancing CAD drawings with text, symbols and blocks.
o Introduction to PDM.
o Introduction to design intent.
o File management.
o Adding and editing dimensions with different dimensioning styles.
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Practical | 100.00% |
| Practical |
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| Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
| Practical/Skills Evaluation |
Individual portfolios will be assembled throughout the academic year and assessed. |
1,2,3,4,5 |
80.00 |
Sem 1 End |
| Practical/Skills Evaluation |
Student presentations, group projects and online assessment. |
1,2,3,4,5 |
20.00 |
n/a |
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
| Laboratory |
Every Week |
3.00 |
| Estimated Learner Hours |
Every Week |
1.50 |
| Total Hours |
4.50 |
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