3D CAD & Manufacturing
Course Overview:
This class builds on students' 2 dimensional drawing skills and teaches them 3D drawing using
3D software packages. Finished drawings will be printed using a 3D printer. They will be
introduced to new technology such as 3D scanners and laser cutters. The class will include
simple design projects.
Communication:
Students can talk to me during class or after school. I can also be reached by email, landergan.catherine@marbleheadschools.org. Should parents like to speak with or meet with me, I am happy to set up an appointment.
Classroom Expectations:
See "Syllabus" sheet on the blog: http://mhs3dcadd.blogspot.com/ (student login required). All assignments are listed on this blog should students and parents want to see what will be done all semester.
Homework Policy:
Home work must be handed in a timely fashion.
Quizzes/Test:
There is a final exam at the end of the semester. It is approximately 10% of the quarter's grade.
Course Outline:
Projects:
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3D AutoCAD Projects
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Create a 3D chess piece scanning yourself and printing it on the 3D printer
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With a partner design a game of your choice
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Laser cut designs
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Projects of your choice, with an eye on productivity and profitability.
Extra Help:
Extra help is available during student's study halls or after school from 2:30 to 3:00.
Tardiness and Absences:
Student will need to make up any tardiness at the end of the day.
Make Up Work:
Work can be made up till the end of the quarter for full credit.
Grading:
Grades are based on points averaged by quarter: Final Exam: 10% ,Homework: 5%, attitude and effort: 10%, projects: 75%. All work will be reviewed with the student. Assignments can be resubmitted for full credit till the end of the quarter. Any plagiarism will result in a 0 for the assignment. Each student is expected to be actively working in the CAD lab during each class period. Failure to work actively will result in a zero for that class.
Field trip:
We will go on one field trip, to visit an industrial design firm and have our work reviewed.
Course Timeline by Quarter:
See blog (you will need student login): http://mhs3dcadd.blogspot.com/
