Planning a 3D model

Computing

Introduction to 3D modelling

Modifying 3D objects

Make your own name badge

Making a desk tidy

Make your own 3D model

In this unit pupils will discover how computers can be used to produce 3D models. They will experience working in a 3D space, moving, resizing, and duplicating objects. They will then create hollow objects using placeholders and combine multiple objects to create a model of a desk tidy.

3D Modelling

What do we call shapes that have height, width and depth?

to see all the shapes, including those hidden behind others

Why is it important to look at a 3D model from different perspectives?

to separate combined objects into individual parts

What does ‘explode’ mean in 3D modelling?

You may need to look from different angles to see all shapes.

All the shapes of a model can be seen from one perspective.

Not all shapes are visible from every view.

Which statement about viewing a 3D model is wrong?

View your model from different perspectives.

Put these steps in order for making a 3D model:

What do we call a 3D shape that has six rectangular or square faces and is often used to build boxes or dice?

Match each example to the correct keyword:

What do dimensions help you do in design software?

Make sure both are flat on the workplane.

Group or combine the placeholder and the object.

Put these steps in order for making a hole in a 3D object:

What is the main reason to use a placeholder in your 3D model?

What shape would you use to model something like a can or a tube?

Starter Quiz