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Archived Version 2022 - 2023

Module Title
Module Code
School
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NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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.

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.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Tutorial	24	Drawing Studio
Laboratory	24	Computer Laboratory
Independent Study	77	Independent Learning
Total Workload: 125

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

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.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	%	Examination Weight	%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

Bertoline, R., (2009).: 0, Technical Graphics Communications. McGraw-Hill. ISBN PSU:000067114191,

Other Resources

45450, Journal, 0, International Journal of Design and Technology Education, 45451, Journal, 0, Engineering Design Graphics Journal,

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