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Uses of ICT in Business. Lesson Objectives. To understand the advantages, features and uses of. CAD – Computer Aided Design. The use of Computer Systems in engineering, architecture, kitchen design etc, to support the design of products.
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Lesson Objectives • To understand the advantages, features and uses of
CAD – Computer Aided Design • The use of Computer Systems in engineering, architecture, kitchen design etc, to support the design of products. • It can also cover the design of products such as packaging
Advantages of CAD • You can easily store and transfer images/drawings via ICT such as email to others working on project • You can easily alter your image if there are any changes to be made • You can manipulate images • You can view images in 3D which is useful
Advantages of CAD • You can scale images up and down • You can use a variety of artworks to include diagrams such as trees, wallpaper • Can produce a list of components automatically – which can be used to list dimensions • Stress/Strain calculations allow you create designs that are safe.
Examples of CAD • Producing Kitchens or bathroom designs for customers • Used by architects designing buildings • Used by landscapers to design gardens • Producing designs for a component to be manufactured
