Course syllabus

Projekt i volymmodellering
Project in Solid Modelling

MMKA05, 3 credits, G1 (First Cycle)

Valid for: 2012/13
Decided by: Education Board 3
Date of Decision: 2012-04-25

General Information

Main field: Industrial Design.
Elective for: KID2
Language of instruction: The course might be given in English

Aim

The objective of this course is to teach the principles of methods used to create digital models in a parametric CAD-system and to provide better understanding of the complete process chain from the creation of computer-based models to their physical realisation.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

• understand the principles of parametric solid modelling
• understand the potential and environmental impact of the method
• understand the limitations and the potential of rapid prototyping based on digital solid models

Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to create digital parametric solid models
• be able to manipulate solid models and assemblies
• be able to use parametric solid models in industrial and mechanical design

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

To be added

Contents

The education is performed by lectures and exercises. The theoretical part of the course aims to increase knowledge about solid modelling methods and their application potential. The practical part of the course aims to enable the student to use solid modelling and consists of exercises with increasing complexity.

Examination details

Grading scale: UG
Assessment: Computer based exam in the relevant CAD software.

Admission

The number of participants is limited to: No

Reading list

• Forsman Daniel, Konstruera med Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire 4.0 – del 1,.
• Studentlitteratur, 2009, ISBN: 9789144054551.

Contact and other information

Course coordinator: Associate prof. Giorgos Nikoleris, giorgos.nikoleris@mkon.lth.se
Course homepage: http://www.mkon.lth.se