ID416 ADVANCED SOLID MODELING TECHNIQUES

Course Code:1250416
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (2.00 - 2.00)
ECTS Credit:5.0
Department:Industrial Design
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Lecturer BARIŞ YAZICI
Offered Semester:Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives

The course aims to:
• Teach and/or increase the knowledge of student on advanced solid modeling techniques
• Teach the basic idea behind solid modeling and systematically advance in order to create fully defined product models.
• Explain the theory and application behind solid modeling and teach the idea behind the cartesian workspace.
• Experience the creation of fully defined assemblies in order to create functional simulated models.


Course Content

Exploring advanced 3D solid modeling using state-of-the-art CAD programs. Understanding solid models, Cartesian workspace, relationships between solids, and their applications in prototyping and manufacturing.


Course Learning Outcomes

The ability to create advanced 3D models using solid modeling CAD


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Creative problem definition, developing solution-oriented ideas, critical thinking and creating solution proposals by synthesizing the knowledge gained✔
2Planning, managing and conducting the design process✔
3Planning and carrying out design-oriented research and transferring the results to the design process✔
4Thinking with basic design and visual organization elements and principles and being able to apply ideas in two and three dimensions✔
5Identifying the user's needs, predicting their expectations and integrating them into the design process✔
6Ability to work individually and to conduct team-work✔
7Understanding the relationship of the Industrial Design field with different disciplines and being able to carry out interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary studies✔
8Ability to communicate in international mediums using a foreign language and follow the professional agenda✔
9Developing an independent, lifelong learning approach by being aware of the ever-changing contexts of design✔
10Being aware of the socio-cultural, socio-economic and environmental context in design and considering the benefit of society and the environment✔
11Ability to interpret the issues related to art and culture affecting the historical development of industrial design on the local and global scale✔
12Having knowledge about business models, ethical principles, and laws and regulations that should be followed in professional practice✔
13Knowing the materials and production technology within the scope of Industrial Design and using them in the design process✔
14Having command of technological developments in the field of industrial design, being able to use the necessary technological tools✔
15Being able to present design ideas and solutions with relevant communication tools and methods✔

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