MEM30031 - Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements

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Unit code: MEM30031 | Study level: TAFE
Credit points
N/A
Location
Sunshine
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to apply functions of computer-aided design (CAD) software programs that are typically used in the production of detail drawings.
This unit is suitable for those working within a CAD or drafting work environment and may be applied across engineering and manufacturing environments. It covers competent use of a CAD program to perform basic drawing tasks used in the development of detail drawings. Drawings may include plans, diagrams, charts, circuits, systems or schematics.All work is carried out under supervision.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit's learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work-based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.

Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:

  • identifying drawing work requirements and selecting appropriate software functions and features
  • identifying features and uses of CAD software used in detail drafting
  • accessing and using computing equipment and CAD software functions on at least two occasions to produce drawing elements.
    Note: Where a volume and/or frequency is not specified, demonstration must be provided at least once.

Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:

  • different approaches to drawing
  • CAD software programs
  • basic drawing elements
  • awareness of copyright and intellectual property issues in relation to drawing
  • environmental and work health and safety (WHS) issues associated with the tools and materials used for drawing
  • quality assurance (QA) procedures
  • CAD program capabilities and processes
  • editing and transfer tools and methods.

Required reading

The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by the VU Polytechnic and/or via the Victoria University Polytechnic e-Learning system.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Advanced Diploma of Engineering
MEM60122 | Advanced diploma | Duration:

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