Application of Design Software

Know about the components of IT systems used for design work



1.1 identify the components of a computers used for design

1.2 describe the functionality of ancillary IT equipment used in design

1.3 differentiate between equipment using specifications and performance

2.1 compare input methods for design software uses

Cad/Cam mathematical inputs, using CAD software, absolute coordinates

3D modeling, sculpting 3D forms, Blender

3D scanning

Adobe illustrator and photoshop 2D illustration

AutoCAD and sketchup: 3D design
Importing drawings, sketches, photographs

2.2 describe the image manipulation features of basic design software packages

Photoshop: raster software

Illustrator: vector software

Free versions: Paint, Gimp 

2.3 demonstrate procedures for saving and backing up design software files
screen shots of you saving a 2D or 3D graphic

 

3.1 describe the processes of capturing designs when using graphics or animation softwareScanning
Import photographs, drawings and sketches

input dimensions and angles in architecture, orthographic drawings.

frame by frame images and drawing, input film and using for rotoscoping

3.2 demonstrate the image manipulation possibilities provided in graphics and animation software









4.1 save files which match clients specifications and requirements

DWG, AI, PSD, JPEG, PDF, file save types depend on what image you require

Their are a large range of design software file types.

4.2 provide files suitable for use in manufacturing and outsourcing

images needed printing: JPEG

Images for the web and online design :PNG 

Autocad files: DWG