What are the benefits of using computer aided design?

In this lesson, we will be introduced to computer-aided design (CAD) and the software to use. You will also learn about the benefits CAD brings to the design process. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised if equipment is required.

What are the benefits of using computer aided design?

In this lesson, we will be introduced to computer-aided design (CAD) and the software to use. You will also learn about the benefits CAD brings to the design process. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised if equipment is required.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. select materials and components suitable for the task
  2. explain their choice of materials and components according to functional properties and aesthetic qualities
  3. use computer-aided design to develop and communicate their ideas

Equipment

Computer / iPad with internet access, mouse, ruler, paper

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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4 Questions

Q1.
What was the minimum number of design ideas you should have created?
2
3
Correct answer: 4
5
Q2.
True or false, in computing, the letters PC stand for Personal Computer?
False
Correct answer: True
Q3.
The word aesthetics means what?
The cost of a project
Correct answer: The form and shape of a project
The safety features of a project
The weight of a project
Q4.
True or false, an architect is someone who designs buildings and structures?
False
Correct answer: True

4 Questions

Q1.
True or false, a benefit to using CAD software is that you can higher quality designs?
False
Correct answer: True
Q2.
True or false, CAD software is only used to create 3D designs?
Correct answer: False
True
Q3.
Which one of the following is a drawback to using CAD software?
Can send design around the world.
More realistic imagery of the intended design.
Safer storage of design ideas.
Correct answer: Software can be expensive to purchase.
Q4.
True or false, on Tinkercad, by using the scroll wheel on your mouse, you can zoom in and out of the design?
False
Correct answer: True

Lesson appears in

UnitDesign and technology / 3D computer aided design

Design and technology