Reyes A. [2018]: Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2018. SDC Publication

Access to Product & Transport Design studio (K21)
Seminar room (K21A)
Conference Rooms (K21A & K27)
CAD Suite (K25A)
Presentation room (K25C)
Clay Modeling Workshops (K25B)(K25D)
3D & CAD Workshops (Wood, Metal, Plastic & Resin)

Access to relevant software (to include: Alias, SolidWorks, Adobe CC, , Microsoft Office, Keyshot, iMovie, , Keynote)

Thompson Library, including access to Lynda.com for online learning tutorials and Mintel (library portal)

The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.

Comprising:
- a piece of computer modelling and visualisation (Learning outcomes 2,3, 4)
- an illustrated evaluative report (Learning outcome 1,4)

Key Information Set Data:
100% coursework

This module will introduce you to using computer software to support traditional design, modeling, illustration and visualization techniques.

You will gain an understanding of the fundamental techniques of 3D computer modelling in the design process.

You will produce a structured report detailing the development process of your final modelling process and visualisation.

Taking part in software training sessions.

Working independently, in the studio and computer areas

Experimenting with the representation of form through computer skills.

Key Information Set Data:
24% scheduled learning and teaching activities
76% guided independent learning

1. APPRECIATE AND UNDERSTAND THE ROLE OF COMPUTER SOFTWARE WITHIN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AND MASS MANUFACTURED ARTEFACTS
Knowledge & Understanding

2. DEMONSTRATE APPLICATION OF PRIOR LEARNING IN THE RESOLUTION OF A CAD MODELLING PROJECT Application

3. DEMONSTRATE COMPETENCE IN USING A RANGE OF SOFTWARE TO VISUALISE AND RENDER A DEFINED OUTCOME
Communication

4. LEARN AND PRACTICE SOFTWARE SKILLS
Learning