Advanced CAD Applications in Technologies (FSI-HC1-A)

Academic year 2025/2026
Supervisor: doc. Ing. Jan Zouhar, Ph.D.  
Supervising institute: ÚST all courses guaranted by this institute
Teaching language: English
Aims of the course unit:

The aim of the course is to provide students with basic knowledge of engineering parts designing in CAD system with 2D and 3D application.
Students will learn how to work in CAD systems especially when designing in 2D and to create models in 3D intended for further application in CAM systems. They will have an overview of manufacturing technologies and computer technology systems and will be made familiar with the methodology of work with CAD.
Learning outcomes and competences:
 
Prerequisites:

Technical drawing.
Course contents:

The course is intended as an introduction to the CAD system focused on the software working in 2D and 3D mode. Also dealt with is hardware of CAD systems. It provides students with basic knowledge necessary for the design of tools, jigs and fixtures in the CAD environment in order to prepare the data for further processing in CAM systems.
Teaching methods and criteria:
 
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes:

Attendance in the exercises is compulsory and checked. It is allowed a maximum of two absences per semester. The course-unit credit is awarded according to attendance and submission of individual assignments in the exercises. Attendance in lectures is recommended.
The exam tests student's theoretical and practical knowledge of computer technology and its application to the construction 3D modelling used in machining technology. The practical part of the exam reflects student's ability to create a model in CAD systems.

Individual assignments and result checking.
Controlled participation in lessons:
 
Type of course unit:
    Lecture  13 × 2 hrs. optionally                  
    Computer-assisted exercise  13 × 2 hrs. compulsory                  
Course curriculum:
    Lecture

CAD system - classification, integration within ERP, PDM


Curves - definitions, types


Surfaces - definitions, types


Solids - definitions, types


PC graphics basics


Graphical display methods


CAD exchange formats
    Computer-assisted exercise

Introduction to CAD systems - implementation in the manufacturing process


Construction assignments in CAD systems 2D - sketches


Construction assignments in CAD systems 3D - basic features


Construction assignments in CAD systems 3D - cosmetic features


Assemblies - analysis, bill of material


Surfaces - construction, meditation


Export 3D objects in drawing mode


Construction assignments in CAD systems 3D
Literature - fundamental:
1. TurboCAD - Reference Manual
2. SolidWorks - Reference Manual
3. McMahon Ch., Browne J. CAD CAM Principles, Practice and Manufacturing
Literature - recommended:
1. Bejcek,V. at all:: CIM - pocitacova podpora vyrobniho procesu, VUT Brno, 1992
The study programmes with the given course:
Programme Study form Branch Spec. Final classification   Course-unit credits     Obligation     Level     Year     Semester  
N-ENG-Z visiting student --- no specialisation -- Cr,Ex 4 Recommended course 2 1 W