Designing with Pro/DESKTOP®
© 2005 First Edition
A new middle/high school text that helps students learn about both Pro/DESKTOP® v8 3D design software and the design process. Students begin with detailed step-by-step instructions for modeling a variety of projects. As they become more comfortable with the commands and techniques, exercises become less detailed, requiring students to use the skills they have learned. Each chapter has a range of follow-up design projects where students can apply their skills and creativity, either in class or for homework. Pro/DESKTOP® v8 is a product of PTC (Parametric Technology Corporation) and is available to education through the Design and Technology in Schools Program.
Designing with Pro/DESKTOP is now being printed in Australia and an all-metric version is being published by the Design And Technology Association (DATA) in the United Kingdom.
The Design and Technology Assocation (DATA) in Britain has developed a CD-ROM to provide teachers with additional resources for teaching Pro/DESKTOP. The CD includes Powerpoint slideshows, several tutorials in PDF format, and all the Pro/DESKTOP files of the models created in each chapter of the book. The development of a radio based on the Art Deco clock featured in Chapter 10 is captured with extensive sketches, Pro/D CAD files, rapid prototyping models and a finished working radio.
Detailed Teacher Resource Units for Grades K - 5
Units for the integration of Math, Science and Technology for grades k-5, CD&E materials were developed through funding from the National Science Foundation.
Teachers Resource Units for Grades 6 - 12
Units for the study of Technology for middle school and high school.
Technocritters
Paper-engineered animal kits for elementary level students include lesson plans, assembly instructions and fasteners. These kits create motion through levers and are made from heavy index stock.