Module Details

Module Code: CRAF6003
Title: Geometric Graphics & BIM
Long Title: Geometric Graphics & Building Information Modelling
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2015/16 ( September 2015 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2150 - Craft
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the student to geometric principles for Carpentry & Joinery, and to relevant software packages.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify drawing conventions commonly used in Carpentry & Joinery.
LO2 Identify and use various projections systems and views, including 1st to 4th angle projection systems, Isometric, Auxillary, Oblique and sectional views.
LO3 Apply plane and solid geometry principles in stairs and roofing situations.
LO4 Communicate and explain Interpenetration as it relates to roofing interfaces and its use in the calculation of roof coverings.
LO5 Apply principles of Conical geometry to solve problems in dormer roofs and segmental bay roofs.
LO6 Explain and communicate perspective, shadow and freehand sketching in the design of building forms.
LO7 Discuss the use of relevant drawing software packages within a Carpentry & Joinery context.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Graphics Introduction
Drawing conventions, lettering style, page layout. Introduction to various projections systems and views commonly used in Carpentry and Joinery drawings.
Plane and Solid Geometry, Freehand sketching, perspective and shadow.
Understand the concepts of plane and solid geometry. Understanding shadows, perspective and using freehand sketching in product design.
Interpenetration and Conic Sections
Understanding Interpenetration and Conic Sections as they relate to roofing situations and problems.
Computer Laboratory
Introduction to drawing software packages such as Sketchup and AutoCAD - basic commands, advantages of each package, use in Carpentry & Joinery.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,5,6
Assessment Description
Application of communication graphics in design.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 3,4,5,6,7
Assessment Description
Application of geometric forms (Interpenetration and Conic sections)in building design. Develop and mark out regular/irregular roofs and surface forms.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Studio Based delivery of module content Every Week 4.00 4
Lab Contact AutoCAD 2D and Revit Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact Study, review module content. Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David Frey. (2004), AutoCAD 2005 and AutoCAD LT 2005, Sybex, San Francisco, California, [ISBN: 0-7821-4341-5].
  • Eanna O Broin,. (1991), Technical Draughtsmanship, 2nd. Gill and Macmillan, Dublin, [ISBN: 0717116522].
  • Frank Ching. (1985), Architectural graphics, Second. Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., New York, [ISBN: 0-442-21864-8].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Kendra Schank Smith. (2008), Architects' sketches, Elsevier, Oxford, [ISBN: 978-0-7506-8226-8].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_ECTWB_7 Bachelor of Science in Craft Technology (Wood) with Business 1 Mandatory