CAD 107 - Introduction to Feature Based Modeling

Credits: 5
Focuses on geometric modeling, display manipulation, geometric analysis, online plotting, and Additive Manufacturing (3-D Printing). Included will be basic development of wireframe modeling, surface modeling and a more extensive look into 3-D solids modeling with an emphasis on User Coordinate System (UCS) control and manipulation. The general principles of 3-D printing in all of its forms such as extrusion or sintering with added instruction on methods of obtaining printable file-types and how to orient files for printing. Focuses on creating 3-D prints from Class created or pre-defined models. This class will also introduce students into using 3rd party software (Navisworks) to visually inspect files from different formats integrated into a single file.

Enrollment Requirement: CAD 106 with a grade of 1.0 or higher; or Instructor consent.

Course Fee: $50.00

Course Outcomes:
Students who successfully complete this class will be able to:

Create accurate 3D objects using feature-based solid modeling (Inventor).
Master use of UCS manipulation in the creation of solid models.
Organize drawing views and descriptions of individual and complex multi-part assemblies based on industry requirements.
Learn to work with visualization programs to modify and create geometry with a multiplatform reader.

Program Outcomes

Apply computer and engineering office software for documentation, communication and approval within an engineering office environment.
Create accurate solid model computer files to output designs to 2-D documentation, 3-D printing, and CNC machines, using feature based solid modeling or Boolean based construction methods.

College-wide Outcomes

Critical Thinking -Critical thinking finds expression in all disciplines and everyday life. It is characterized by an ability to reflect upon thinking patterns, including the role of emotions on thoughts, and to rigorously assess the quality of thought through its work products. Critical thinkers routinely evaluate thinking processes and alter them, as necessary, to facilitate an improvement in their thinking and potentially foster certain dispositions or intellectual traits over time.
Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning - Quantitative Reasoning encompasses abilities necessary for a student to become literate in today’s technological world. Quantitative reasoning begins with basic skills and extends to problem solving.