Computer-Aided Engineer, The

Synopsis: Describes the use of computers in the design process. Shows some of the work involved in making even a small modification to a technical drawing in the conventional way, and contrasts it with the faster and easier job using computer-aided design. The presenter describes the changes in approach to design between a 1926 Austin and a 1985 Ford Sierra.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 14 min.
Year of production: 1985
Availability: Sale; 1996 sale: £35.00 (inclusive) (Univ Southampton)
Uses: Undergraduates in mechanical engineering; 1st-year engineering course, introductory material in drawing and design.*
Subjects: Engineering
Keywords: cars; computer systems; engineering design; mechanical engineering

Director

Peter Mucci

Writer

Peter Mucci; Peter Phillips

Cast

John Norrie

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