DRFT 1221: Mechanical Equipment Modelling and Layout
Effective date
September 2024
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students use 3D modeling software to create a 3D Model of an industrial building. Students create models of the mechanical equipment required to complete an industrial project using vendor equipment dimensions and sizes.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Create a basic building structure in 3D from engineering design notes and sketches using structural components available in the 3D modeling software
- Model concrete foundations for building, equipment and pipe supports using the tools contained in the modeling software
- Create 3D mechanical equipment and layout from engineering design notes, sketches and vendor drawings
- Evaluate spacing of equipment based on project’s design criteria, installation and operating requirements, maintenance clearances and safety to workers
- Complete extraction and annotation of equipment orthographic drawings from 3D equipment models
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 16
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 24
Total Hours: 40
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, video presentations, project-/problem-based learning, lab activities
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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70
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Minimum of 2 project-based major assignments of approximately equal value.
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Quizzes/Tests
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20
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Participation
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10
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Active participation and engagement in course activities and discussions
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Course topics
- Terminology and tools specifically used in this specialty modeling
- Preliminary Structural Steel selection for layout
- Concrete Foundations and Footings
- Clearances Required for Installation
- Terminology and tools using in modeling mechanical equipment
- Certified Vendor's Drawings
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.