Computer Aided Engineering 3 (U01104)

? Credit Points : 10 ? SCQF Level : 9 ? Acronym : EEL-3-MECAE

The course aims to develop an understanding of the techniques used in Computer Aided Design and Manufacture. This is undertaken through both industry-based CAD/CAM exercises and an introduction to the technologies involved in the research and development of CAD/CAM systems.

Entry Requirements

none

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Mechanical, (School of Engineering and Electronics, Schedule M)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Laboratory	Monday	09:00	12:00	KB
Laboratory	Thursday	09:00	12:00	KB

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, the students should be able to
1. Choose between appropriate 3D modelling methods for different classes of application.
2. Be able to write pseudocode versions of basic solid (BRep) and surface (NURBS) modellers.
3. Discuss some of the most common geometric algorithms in current use in the context of their engineering applications
4. Model typical engineering assemblies in 3D
5. Model complex surfaces
6. Perform engineering analysis using the finite element method on modelled components
7. Generate NC code to facilitate the manufacture of designed components