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Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2011/12


AR10366: Computer applications

Click here for further information Credits: 6
Click here for further information Level: Certificate (FHEQ level 4)
Click here for further information Period: Semester 2
Click here for further information Assessment: CW 100%
Click here for further information Supplementary Assessment: Reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Click here for further information Requisites:
Click here for further information Description: Aims:
To introduce students to the use of computer software in the construction industry, and to develop skills using popular packages.

Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of the unit, the student will be able to: Use AutoCAD to construct 2D drawings and 3D models; develop an understanding of computer programming, and write simple programmes.

Skills:
Ability to use AutoCAD in the support of engineering and architectural design. The ability to write simple computer programs to analyse engineering problems and produce graphical output.

Content:
AutoCAD: creating basic drawing elements, editing and manipulation; adding text, dimensions and hatching; understanding the user co-ordinate system; creating and editing 3D objects; plotting. Principles and techniques of computer programming. Writing simple programmes.
Click here for further informationProgramme availability:

AR10366 is Compulsory on the following programmes:

Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering
  • UEAR-AFB07 : BEng (hons) Civil Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEAR-AKB07 : BEng (hons) Civil Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEAR-AFM03 : MEng (hons) Civil and Architectural Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEAR-AKM03 : MEng (hons) Civil and Architectural Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEAR-AFM07 : MEng (hons) Civil Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEAR-AKM07 : MEng (hons) Civil Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1

NB. Programmes and units are subject to change at any time, in accordance with normal University procedures.