Module Details
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Title DIGITAL DESIGN & SIMULATION TECHNOLOGIES
Code ENGG611
Coordinator Dr S Stravoravdis
Architecture
S.Stravoravdis@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 7 FHEQ First Semester 15

Aims

To teach the modern principles of modelling, visualisation and simulation in 3D environments.

To give an appreciation of how digital design plays a part in modern new product development.

To give an appreciation of contemporary virtual reality modelling systems.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and mastery of modern product visualisation and simulation techniques.

(LO2) On successful completion of this module, students should be able to demonstrate an ability to produce products in a virtual world.

(LO3) On successful completion of this module, students should be able to demonstrate an ability to design and simulate a virtual environment.

(S1) Information technology (application of) adopting, adapting and using digital devices, applications and services

(S2) Problem solving/ critical thinking/ creativity analysing facts and situations and applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions.

Syllabus
 

1. Low & H igh-Fidelity Modelling – modelling in 3D virtual space.
2. Reverse Engineering – investigation and modelling of an existing consumer product.
3. Virtual Reality – advanced 3D product and environment simulation.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Lectures
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2 - Practical
Description: Building environments in a virtual world
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 12

         12

 24
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 126
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Modelling Fundamentals There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :First Semester  Mini-portfolio    30       
Manufacturing Pack There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :First Semester  Mini-portfolio    40       
VR There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :First Semester  mini-portfolio    30       

Recommended Texts
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