Technical Graphics
Learning Intentions
Read Technical Drawings
Read technical drawings and extract information so that you can solve problems.
Use Drawing Standards
Apply British Standards Institute BS8888) and ISO 128 to technical and engineering drawings. Understand symbols, standards and conventions so that you can communicate in the international language of engineers.
Develop spatial awareness
Develop your understanding of different orthographic and pictorial views.
Downloads
3D models (.STEP) of the sections task worksheets. They can be useful for 3D printing, animating or making your own tasks.
3D models (.STEP) of the orthographic task worksheets. They can be useful for 3D printing, animating or making your own tasks.
3D models (.STEP) of the tangency task worksheets. They can be useful for 3D printing, animating or making your own tasks.
Download a DXF, SVG, and PNG of the 3rd Angle Projection symbol, along with a .STEP model and drawing instructions.
Practice Worksheets
Orthographic Skething
These worksheets have been designed to help with orthographic sketching. Construction lines have been provided, including bounce lines. The trick is ensuring hidden-detail has been shown correctly.
Sectional Views
Practice creating sectional views using these practice worksheets. Construction lines have been included. Try to remember the rules about cross-hatching certain components and features.
Tangency
The geometrical principles of tangency are fundamental in many scenarios. In these worksheets, you use some of these principles to create increasingly complex drawings.
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