| Module Title |
Graphics 1 - Plane Geometry |
| Module Code |
EDS1008 (ITS: GP08001) |
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Faculty |
DCU Institute of Education |
School |
STEM Ed, Innov, Global Studies |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
The module will address plane geometry to include basic geometric constructions, area conversion, and loci (as relevant to the Junior and Senior Cycle syllabi). The module will also utilise digital tools including vector format CAD to support knowledge acquisition and communication. Students will engage with technological contexts and problems used to develop graphical communication, mathematical literacy, efficiency and proof. This module will support the development of graphics as a technological language.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Explain basic concepts of cognitive and educational psychology that are empirically associated with Graphics (spatial ability, reasoning, working memory, fluid and crystallised intelligence) and describe conceptually how they are related to each other.
2. Understand the derivation and application of basic geometric constructions associated with plane geometry.
3. Generate and transform complex plane figures by means of translations, axial symmetry, central symmetry, rotations, and changes in area.
4. Appreciate the role of vector format CAD as a tool for graphical education in terms of both teaching and learning.
5. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic vector format CAD commands.
6. Create graphical representations of abstract and real world objects using a variety of freehand drawing and technical sketching principles.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Tutorial | 24 | Drawing Studio | | Laboratory | 24 | Computer Laboratory | | Independent Study | 77 | Independent Learning |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 10011 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 30% | Examination Weight | 70% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Paul Grimes | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Assignment | Portfolio of Technical Drawings | 30% | n/a | | Formal Examination | Plane Geometry Exam | 70% | End-of-Semester |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Introduction to cognition and graphics:
Spatial ability, reasoning and working memory, fluid intelligence, crystallised intelligence.
Plane geometry:
Basic geometric constructions and associated mathematical theorems, plane and diagonal scales, areas of figures – scale and mean proportional, loci – the circle, ellipse and parabola, transformation geometry – translations, axial symmetry, central symmetry, rotations.
Graphical communication:
Freehand drawing, sketching, shadow and shade, scale, proportion, golden section, root rectangles, Fibonacci sequence, interpretation and visualisation of data.
CAD:
Vector format CAD (AutoCAD and draftsight), .wmf files, basic CAD commands (line, circle, rectangle, ellipse, polygon, offset, trim, fillet, chamfer, extend, mirror, rotate, scale, hatch, divide, join, text), line types, dimensioning and area calculation, ortho, snap, zoom.
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Bertoline, R., (2009).: 0, Technical Graphics Communications. McGraw-Hill. ISBN PSU:000067114191,
Articles:
- Bertoline, G., Wiebe, E., Hartman, N. and Ross, W. (2008): 0, Technical Graphics Communication. London: McGraw-Hill Education., 518410
- 0: Visualization, inductive reasoning, and memory span as components of fluid intelligence: Implications for technology education. International Journal of Educational Research, 90(1), 64–77., 518411, 1
- Theory of fluid and crystallized intelligence: A critical experiment. Journal of Educational Psychology, 54(1), 1–22.: 518412, 1, Marunic, G., & Glazar, V. (2013).
- 518413: 1, Mohler, J., & Miller, C. (2008)., 0, Improving spatial ability with mentored sketching. Engineering Design Graphics Journal, 72(1), 19–27.,
- 1: NCCA. (2018a)., 0, Junior Cycle Applied Technology. Dublin, Ireland: Department of Education and Skills.,
- NCCA. (2018b).: 0, Junior Cycle Engineering. Dublin, Ireland: Department of Education and Skills., 518416
- 0: Junior Cycle Wood Technology. Dublin, Ireland: Department of Education and Skills., 518417, 1
- Junior Cycle Graphics. Dublin, Ireland: Department of Education and Skills.: 518418, 1, Schneider, J., & McGrew, K. (2012).
- 518419: 1, Sorby, S. (1999)., 0, Developing 3-D spatial visualization skills. Engineering Design Graphics Journal, 63(2), 21–32.,
- 1: Sorby, S., Veurink, N., & Streiner, S. (2018)., 0, Does spatial skills instruction improve STEM outcomes? The answer is “yes.” Learning and Individual Differences, 67(1), 209–222.,
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Other Resources
- 1: Journal, International Journal of Design and Technology Education,
- 415512: 1, Journal, Engineering Design Graphics Journal,
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