- Year 10
Design development with CAD: saving space
I can use 3D computer-aided design to develop ideas.
- Year 10
Design development with CAD: saving space
I can use 3D computer-aided design to develop ideas.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Virtual modelling is an alternative to physical modelling that brings different benefits to the designer.
- Virtual modelling is the creation of digital 3D representations of objects or designs.
- Virtual modelling using CAD can be useful for testing ideas.
- Designers test their designs to find out what works, what doesn't, and how to make them better.
Keywords
CAD - computer aided design
Virtual modelling - the creation of digital 3D representations of objects or designs
Development - improving and building on design ideas to make them better
Testing - trying something out to see if it works well
Common misconception
Modelling only takes place with physical materials.
Virtual modelling using 3D drawing software can help to see ideas in 3D and enables quick and easy iteration.
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Equipment
Access to a 3D CAD application.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The process of refining and improving a design is called ...
Q2.What can be used to help lead developments and iterations of our designs?
Q3.What is it called when you think about what you did and suggest any changes or improvements?
Q4.Which ways could a model of a design idea be evaluated?
