MEC1411

Spatial visualisation

(ENG)

4 points + 12 lecture hours, 12 tutorial hours and 24 graphics hours + Second semester + Clayton

Synopsis: Descriptive geometry; orthographic representation, the manipulation of 3D images on 2D media, (sketching and CAD), auxiliary views and rotations. Problems of true shapes and sizes, intersections of solids, shadows, development of surfaces and the representation of complex 3D shapes. Sketching in 2D and 3D: isometric and perspective. The conversion of 2D images to solid forms.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 70% + Graphics and modelling work: 30%