Technical drawings
In this lesson we will look at why we disassemble a product and how to complete an exploded drawing.
Technical drawings
In this lesson we will look at why we disassemble a product and how to complete an exploded drawing.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- products through disassembly to determine how they are constructed and function
Equipment
Paper, pencil, coloured pencils, PlayDoh/blu tack, computer (TinkerCad), Product to observe and/or disassemble.
Content guidance
- Equipment requiring safe usage.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.
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3 Questions
Q1.
Which axis is introduced in a three-dimensional drawing?
x-axis.
y-axis.
Q2.
Which drawing technique inclines the horizontal line to a 30 degree perspective?
Orthographic perspective.
Triangulation.
Twill perspective.
Q3.
What type of technical drawings would an architect create? (Tick 2 boxes)
Blackprint.
Worms eye view.
3 Questions
Q1.
What is a 2D drawing of a 3D shape in parallel projection called?
Orthodontic drawing.
Orthogonal drawing.
Q2.
On what angle should we keep our design work when drawing an exploded diagram?
45 degrees.
60 degrees.
90 degrees.
Q3.
Where could you find an exploded drawing?
A modelling kit.
Inside a Kinder Surprise.
Instructions for a new TV.
Instructions for a wardrobe.