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Course syllabus - CAD Advanced, Distance Course

Scope

7.5 credits

Course code

MTA201

Valid from

Autumn semester 2015

Education level

First cycle

Progressive Specialisation

G1F (First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements)

Main area(s)

Product and Process Development

School

School of Innovation, Design and Engineering

Ratified

2015-02-02

Literature lists

Course literature is preliminary up to 8 weeks before course start. Course literature can be valid over several semesters.

    • Ratified date: 2020-09-08
    • Latest update: 2025-05-27

    Other materials

    Kurskompendier för SolidWorks tillhandahålles i digital form.

    Akademin för innovation, design och teknik,

    Mandatory

Objectives

This course will provide in-depth knowledge of 3D CAD to design products and as a tool for mechanical design.

Learning outcomes

After completed the course, the student shall:

1. master advanced features for model building,
2. handle CAD tool for welded structures,
3. be able to create surface models and
4. be able to present / visualize products with the help of CAD models.

Course content

- Creation of CAD models using 3D software.
- Using advanced commands.
- Create advanced forms of products.
- Create products which includes sheetmetal- and beam components.
- Advanced assemblies.
- Using surface modeling.

Specific requirements

Introductory course in CAD 7,5 hp.

Examination

Written assignment (INL1), individual assignment, 2 credits, marks Fail (U) or Pass (G)
Examination (TEN1), Written examination at computer, 5,5 credits, marks Fail (U) or Pass (G)

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Grading scale: 5, 4, 3

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

The course completely overlaps with KPP024 CAD, Follow up Course, PPU102 CAD, follow up course, distance course and also MTA200 CAD, advanced course.