The Emphasis Here Is On Doing Something That Is Creative And

The Emphasis Here Is On Doing Something That Is Creative And That Natu

The emphasis here is on doing something that is creative and that naturally interests you and stretches you to learn something CAD related that you don't already know. Many design projects ideas are given in the TEXT at the end of CH 11: pp.: Solid modeling and working drawing projects with pictures and dimensions: pp. : One-hundred & two different design project ideas pp. : reverse engineering projects and ideas. It's RECOMMENDED that design projects be done: Solo or with one partner if you're in the TuTh 8:00am section. Groups of 2 or 3 at most if you're in the TuTh 1:30pm section. Exceptions to the group size can be made but ask for approval first. Design project partners should be chosen as soon as possible - don't delay. Physical construction of your project is not a requirement. Samples of design projects from previous classes are encouraged as references. Create PDFs for your design project. Even if you have only a SolidWorks solid model, you can easily create a PDF of the model. Each team member MUST have a copy of all design project files (DWGs, SLDXXX files, and PDFs) in their shared Dropbox folder.

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The assignment encourages students to undertake a creative CAD design project that broadens their skills and knowledge, emphasizing personal interest and challenge. The primary goal is to engage in a project that stimulates learning and innovation, leveraging the variety of project ideas outlined in the course textbook, particularly at Chapter 11. These ideas include solid modeling, working drawings with detailed pictures and dimensions, reverse engineering, and other design innovations. The project scope allows for individual work or partnership, depending on the section schedule, with a maximum of three members per group to foster collaboration without excessive complexity.

Students should select partners early to facilitate project development and avoid delays. Although physical construction of the designed object is not mandatory, creating detailed CAD models and documentation is essential. Each student must prepare a comprehensive PDF file of the completed project, which can be generated from any CAD software, including SolidWorks. The PDF should accurately represent the design, and all associated files—such as DWG drawings, SolidWorks files, and PDFs—must be shared among team members and stored in a common Dropbox folder to ensure accessibility and version control.

This project promotes exploration beyond usual skills, encouraging learners to delve into new CAD features or techniques. The focus remains on creativity, practical application, and peer collaboration, emphasizing the importance of documentation and sharing of design files. Overall, this assignment offers an excellent opportunity for students to develop their technical expertise, demonstrate innovative thinking, and prepare professional-quality project documentation that could be useful in future engineering practices.

In conclusion, the successful completion of this project hinges on originality, effective communication through detailed technical documentation, and collaborative effort. While physical realization of the design is optional, the digital model and comprehensive files represent the core deliverables. This approach ensures students gain valuable experience in CAD modeling, technical drawing, and teamwork—all vital skills for a future in engineering or design professions.

References

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