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Freeform Modeling and Assemblies, 7.5 Higher education credits

Friformsmodellering och sammanställningar, 7,5 Högskolepoäng

Established: 2021-02-25

Established by: Department of Engineering Science

Applies from: H21

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should be able to show:

• knowledge and understanding of the theoretical foundations behind surface and curve modeling that lead to robust models.
• understanding of when free-form geometry is used in modern construction and design work.
• ability to create freeform curves and freeform surfaces in a CAD system.
• ability to analyze advanced surfaces and curves.
• ability to create solid geometry from curve and surface models.
• ability to create associativity between CAD models in assemblies.
• ability to create free-form surfaces and solids based on real components and design concepts with good geometric assemblance.
• ability to present CAD geometry from a freeform perspective.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements and approved result from the following course/courses:

GPP100-Introduction to programming with Python and IoT and

RIC100-Technical drawing and introduction to CAD and

LAB200-Linear Algebra and

IDF200-Integrals and Differential Equations or the equivalent.

The forms of assessment of student performance

Individual written exam. Individual assignment. Group project assignment with oral presentation.

Course contents

The course covers the following areas:

• Freeform theory of curves, surfaces and solids
• Continuity for curves and surfaces
• Associvity in assemblies
• Modeling of freeform geometry including models based on physical parts

Other regulations

Course grading: U/3/4/5

Course language: The teaching is conducted in English.

General rules pertaining to examination at University West are availible at www.hv.se.

If the student has a decision/recommendation on special support due to disability, the examiner has the right to examine the student in a customized examination form.

Cycle

First cycle

Progressive specialization

G1F - first cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements

Main field of study

Mechanical Engineering