PRDE 2720 - Advanced Alias

Credit Hours: 4.00

Prerequisites: PRDE 1820

This course emphasizes advanced modeling techniques using Alias Studio Tools. It provides a comprehensive study of workflows and techniques used to develop Class A surface. Students will gain knowledge of evaluation processes necessary in delivering high quality product designs.

Location: South Campus

Contact Hours: 6
Billable Contact Hours: 6

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will use scan data in Alias

Objectives: Using the scan data interface in Alias the learner will:

Demonstrate building a model in the time allowed.
Identify selected menu options of a model build within the time allowed.
Develop customized menu options during model build in the time allowed.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students prepare data for prototype build in Alias

Objectives: Using the functions in Alias the learner will:

Use the selected menus to complete the project within the time allowed.
Use the options to modify the project within the time allowed.
Develop a part in Alias with the time allowed for the project.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will use direct modeling in Alias.

Objectives: Using the direct modeling functions in Alias the learner will:

Develop curve geometry in the time allowed
Modify curve geometry in the time allowed
Use selected menus, modeling the part within the time allowed.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of this course, students will use the frame & fit functions in Alias.

Objectives: Using the frame & fit functions in Alias the learner will:

Use the menus to model within the time allowed.
Use the options to develop a part within the time allowed.
Use the tool options to modify a part within the time allowed.

Outcome 5: Upon completion of this course, students will use the parametric modeling functions in Alias.

Objectives: Using the parametric modeling functions in Alias, the learner will:

Use the selected menus within the time allowed to model a part.
Use the selected options within the time allowed to modify the model.
Identify valid surface of a model in the time allowed.

Outcome 6: Upon completion of this course, students will use part to part interface in Alias

Objectives: Using the part to part interface in Alias the learner will:

Use the selected menus to complete the project within the time allowed.
Use the options to build the project within the time allowed.
Develop a part with the time allowed for the project.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

5. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Pre - Test
Classroom Procedures
Surfacing Modeling Menus
Manipulating Scan Data
Prototype Build process
Direct Modeling Menus
Part to Part Interactions
Final Project

Primary Faculty
Carlson, James
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Hinrichsen, Timothy
Dean
Hutchison, Donald

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088