EML 5530 Intermediate CAD
Summer A, 2006
Syllabus
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Wei-Yu Bao, room: EC 3234, phone:
305.348.6863, email: baow@fiu.edu,
web: http://faculty.eng.fiu.edu/~wbao, office hours: 2:00
4::00 p.m. T.R.
CLASSROOM: EC 2834
SCHEDULE: 5:40 8:20 pm T.R., section: U01A,
class #: 54570 and 56864
TEXTBOOK: Computer Graphics: Principles and
Practice, by James D. Foley et al, 2nd Edition, Addison-Wesley, 1996,
ISBN:
0201848406
Recommended: Visual Basic 6 How to Program, by H.M.Deitel, P.J.Deitel and T.R.Nieto, Prentice Hall, 1999, ISBN: 0134569555
OBJECTIVES: To introduce
the fundamentals of computer graphics, to use computer for aiding engineering design
and manufacture.
TENTATIVE LECTURE SCHEDULE:
Week
of Contents
May 8 Introduction to CAD
Basic
Concepts of Programming, Data and Operators,
May
15 Control
Structures
Functions, Array, Class
May
22 Basic Concepts of
Computer Graphics and Animation
CAD Application
I
May
29 2-D Objects Drawing
and Transformations
Jun.
5 3-D Objects Drawing
and Transformations
Multi-view Projections
Jun. 12 Visible-surface
Determination, Solid Modeling
Surface Presenting
Jun.
19 CAD
Application II
Final Project Presentation
GRADING POLICY:
Homework and Projects 50%, All homework and project
assignments have to be submitted in both printed copy and electronic copy on
time. Late homework and projects will have 20% per day penalty. The electronic
copies have to email to: wbao04@adelphia.net with a file mane: EML4535(or EML5530)_Homework#(or Project#)_YourName
Quizzes: 25%, Pop-up quizzes will be given in
the class without previous announcement, open books and open notes. There is no
make-up quiz.
Final project: 25%, The final
project will be presented in the class. Who does not participate
the final project will receive a ZERO grade.
A = 95.0 100
A- = 90.0 94.9
B+ = 86.7 89.9
B = 83.3 86.6
B- = 80.0 83.2
C+ = 76.7 79.9
C = 73.3 76.6
C- = 70.0 73.2
D = 60.0 69.9
F = below 60.0
ME Program Educational
Objectives:
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Broad and in-depth knowledge of engineering science and principles in
the major fields of Mechanical Engineering for effective engineering
practice, professional growth, and as a base for life-long learning. |
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Hands-on experience with available instruments and lab techniques to
bridge classroom learning and practical, real-life problems. |
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The ability to utilize analytical and experimental methods and modern
computer technology for decision-making and engineering design and to solve
realistic engineering problems. |
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The ability to work effectively with others in a team while
simultaneously maintaining independent and creative thought. |
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The ability to communicate effectively and to articulate technical
matters using verbal, written, and graphic techniques. |
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An adequate background to pursue graduate studies in engineering and
other fields. |
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A sense of professional and social responsibility, including a
commitment to protect both occupational and public health and safety,
developed through consideration of moral, social, and ethical paradigms
related to the engineering profession and practice. |
ME Program Outcomes:
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A. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering. |
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D. Ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams. |
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E. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve
engineering problems. |
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F. Understanding of
professional and ethical responsibility. |
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G. Ability to communicate effectively. |
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I. Recognition of the need for,
and ability to engage in life-long learning. |
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K. Ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools
necessary for engineering practice. |
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M. Knowledge of mathematics and of basic and engineering science
necessary to carry out analysis and design appropriate to Mechanical
Engineering. |