GIFTS: Matching 2D Engineering Drawings and 3D Objects
- Conference
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15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE)
- Location
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Boston, Massachusetts
- Publication Date
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July 28, 2024
- Start Date
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July 28, 2024
- End Date
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July 30, 2024
- Page Count
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3
- DOI
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10.18260/1-2--48623
- Permanent URL
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https://peer.asee.org/48623
- Download Count
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26
Paper Authors
Danielle Jane Barker University of Maryland College Park
Dani Barker is a graduate student at Johns Hopkins University, and an adjunct instructor at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University, teaching both introductory engineering and advanced mechanical engineering courses.
Catherine Marie Hamel University of Maryland, College Park
Catherine "Cara" Hamel is a senior lecturer and the Assistant Director of the Keystone Program at the University of Maryland. Within this role, Catherine focuses on effectively teaching fundamental engineering courses for first and second year students, teaching courses like Thermodynamics, Statics, Introduction to Engineering Design, and Women in Engineering 1st-Year Seminar. Previously, Catherine received a bachelor's and master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering and worked as a process safety consultant before returning to UMD to teach for Keystone.
Abstract
In this Great Ideas for Teaching, and Talking with, Students (GIFTS) paper, the author presents an engaging educational activity designed to enhance students' understanding of engineering drawing creation and the importance of clear design communication. In this activity, students are tasked with matching 2D engineering drawings to corresponding 3D physical objects within their class. The challenge lies in the deceptive similarity between the drawings and components, compelling students to scrutinize the details meticulously.
Paired with a lesson on understanding and creating engineering drawings, this activity underscores the significance of both isometric and orthographic views in conveying engineering design information effectively. The activity incorporates three distinct differentiators between objects: shape, color, and scale. Students encounter variations in base shapes and mirror images, highlighting the necessity of comprehending multiple views to understand part geometry fully. Furthermore, the introduction of different colors and scale variations reinforces the significance of material description and precise scaling in engineering documentation. Students gain insights into interpreting crucial written details such as notes, title blocks, and scale on 2D engineering drawings, emphasizing the comprehensive nature of engineering documentation.
By engaging in this hands-on activity, students not only develop a deeper understanding of engineering drawing principles but also cultivate essential skills in carefully analyzing engineering documentation, a vital skill for success in the field of engineering design.
Barker, D. J., & Hamel, C. M. (2024, July), GIFTS: Matching 2D Engineering Drawings and 3D Objects Paper presented at 15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE), Boston, Massachusetts. 10.18260/1-2--48623
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