Lesson 8

Learning Intentions
TBAT - Understand what is meant by the term ‘computer aided design’ and become familiar with computer aided design tools.



Success Criteria
You will create a 3D TV stand in google sketchup and be able to identify some of the tools used in the software

Keywords

Computer aided
design
Textures
Scale
Drawing

Activity 1

Create a new folder in your ICT folder called “Sketchup”
Open the House Designer save it to your "SketchUp" folder and lay out all the furniture in the appropriate rooms.
In 5 minutes, I will ask you complete a Blog to explain what is good and bad about the model you have just used to design a home.
 

Activity 2 - Computer Aided Design

We are going to discuss the following
What is Computer Aided Design?        What is it used for?       
Can you think of examples of where computers are used to design something?

Activity 3 - Creating in Google SketchUp - The Scenario

Now you have watched me demonstrate some of tools you need to use Google Sketchup to try and create a modern TV stand. It should be cool and trendy! Start at level 4 then try the others as you become more confidant.
 
Level 4: One has been created for you to change.
 
Level 5: A basic version has been created for you to work further on.
 
Level 6+ : The TV has been provided!
 
Independant Learner - You can use the HELP: Videos within the Google Sketchup Help Folder.
 

Learning Check

Complete a Blog to explain what you have learnt today.
Start your blog with "Today I have learnt to........or Today I have tried to......"

Extras

Answer the following questions in your theory books
•Comparing the starter home designer activity with Google Sketchup, which is better for design? Why?
•What do you think Google Sketchup would be used for in society?
•What are the difficulties when using Google Sketchup?
Complete the  Name the tool    (name the tool and its purpose)