Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- choose appropriate modelling techniques for different phases of vehicle design work
- optimize the use of different materials, techniques and structures in modelling and in the design and manufacture of an end product
- build a clay model.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Creation of clay scale models- using automotive styling clay (wax based).

Timing and attendance

9 weeks.
80% attendance required.
1 day per week tutoring - with at least 15 hrs per week work.

Learning material and recommended literature

Learning on site - in B247 Clay Modelling workshop.



"Automobile Design Techniques and Design Modeling"
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» The Men - The Methods - The Material

» English, by Frederick E. Hoadley

Alternative completion methods

none

Learning environment

Clay Modelling workshop/studio B247 at M19 campus.

Some online video guides.

Student time use and work load

At least 1 hour of guidance per week, per student.
100 hours minimum total time spent by students in workshop.

Contents

Week 1.
Introduction to modelling and prototyping methods and tools.
Planning of models, forming groups, and model choices.

Week 2.
Design and construction of model armature (buck) from foam and wood.

Week 3.
Loading of clay. Introduction to clay application and tools for modelling.

Week 4.
Loading of clay. Introduction to tools for modelling.

Week 5.
Introduction to tools for modelling.

Week 6.
Sculpting of scale models

Week 7.
Sculpting of scale models

Week 8.
Digital transfer of data (3D Scanning)

Week 9
Digital transfer of data (3D Scanning)
Dressing of clay models (Dynoc)

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

No previous knowledge needed- except basic workshop skills.

Assessment criteria

Assessment based on attendance, competency and safety within the clay model workshop.

PASS = license to create own clay models anytime.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed