• As students create projects in class, they will share their work to a digital portfolio.  This portfolio is a work in progress so please check back frequently throughout the semester.

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    Course Information

    Design and Modeling (DM) provides students opportunities to apply the engineering design process to creatively solve problems. Students utilize methods for communicating design ideas through sketches, solid models, and mathematical models. Students work in teams to identify design requirements and research topics. This course provides the prospective engineer with the opportunity to design and produce various 3D prototypes.

    Course Objectives

    Students will learn the following -

    • How to collaborate in groups and teams
    • Produce 3-D designs using CAD software (Tinkercad, Autodesk Inventor)
    • Invent and Produce 3-D products using CAD software
    • Apply manufacturing and marketing principles to design challenges
    • Explore Various STEM careers

    Student /teacher Expectations

    Students will be expected to be self-motivated and stay on task with all lectures and activities. 

    Students will be expected to take care of and respect all school computer hardware and software while in their use. 

    Students will have access to computers, software, and 3D printers.  Damages to any computer equipment done intentionally by a student will be charged to the student.   

    Grading

    In this class, students may encounter difficulty during classwork - this is expected and normal. Many students have not had exposure to digital design in 3D.  Students will not be graded on the success of their projects, but on their reflection of the process. The grade breakdown is:

    Classwork/Notes                       40%                               

    Projects/Builds/quizzes             60%                 

    Classwork and Homework

    Students generally do not have homework in this class.  However, if a student needs more time some of the work can be completed at home.

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    General Course Outline

    Lesson 1: Introduction to Design

    Students learn thumbnail, orthographic, isometric, and perspective sketching as methods for communicating design ideas effectively without the use of technology. The use of a common measurement system is essential for communicating and fabricating designs. Students learn conversions between two measurement systems and apply measurement skills while dimensioning sketches. Students conduct a mechanical dissection to better understand how objects and parts interact while using sketches to communicate and document their findings.

    Lesson 2: Modeling and Statistical Analysis

    Students transfer a two-dimensional representation to a three-dimensional solid model with technology. Students study basic geometric shapes within a mathematical model and use combinations of geometric primitives to form more complex shapes. During the design project, students work in teams and apply the design process to create a puzzle cube. Students create a solid model using a computer-aided design (CAD) application and fabricate their design solution for testing. Students complete statistical analysis from their testing results to determine if their design met the criteria and constraints.

    Lesson 3: Design Challenges

    Students engage in a variety of design challenges that require them to apply the engineering design process. Working in teams, students will brainstorm and select design solutions to a variety of problems. Students will create solid models of their designs, build prototypes for design testing, and share outcomes. Students will create digital portfolios to showcase their work.

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