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Module 1 – What is Visual Literacy for Engineers? 9
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Video Overview of Module 1Module1.1
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ACTIVITY: Download Module 1’s Learning ObjectivesModule1.2
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Why Visual Literacy is importantModule1.3
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Case Study on Importance of Visual LiteracyModule1.4
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The role of Visual Literacy in EngineeringModule1.5
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Visual Literacy and CreativityModule1.6
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Visual Literacy in EngineeringModule1.7
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Digital technologies and Visual LiteracyModule1.8
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Test your knowledgeQuiz1.15 questions
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Module 2 – Digital Visual Tools for the effective use of images, graphics or objects for engineering tasks 5
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Video Overview of Module 2Module2.1
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ACTIVITY: Download Module 2’s Learning ObjectivesModule2.2
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Using Visuals as Resources in an Engineering ContextModule2.3
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Selecting the adequate tool for engineering tasksModule2.4
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Test your knowledgeQuiz2.14 questions
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Module 3 – Digital Visual Tools for Engineering Interpretation 7
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Video Overview of Module 3Module3.1
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ACTIVITY: Download Module 3’s Learning ObjectivesModule3.2
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Interpreting Visually in an Engineering ContextModule3.3
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Using Unity to “Interpret Forms”Module3.4
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Using Autocad to “Interpret Graphics”Module3.5
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Using Mathlab to “Interpret Data”Module3.6
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Test your knowledgeQuiz3.15 questions
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Module 4 – Digital Visual Tools for Engineering Analysis 12
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Video Overview of Module 4Module4.1
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ACTIVITY: Download Module 4’s Learning ObjectivesModule4.2
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Visualization techniques’ role in analytical processesModule4.3
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Basic visualization typesModule4.4
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Main directions of visualization techniques application in scientific analysisModule4.5
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Engineering disciplines that use various forms of visual analysisModule4.6
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New possibilities of engineering analysis in a digital worldModule4.7
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Data is everything, hence in a way everything can be visualizedModule4.8
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Visual analysis of engineering data representation in visualizations of BI systemsModule4.9
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Case Study 1Module4.10
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Case Study 2Module4.11
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Test your knowledgeQuiz4.15 questions
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Module 5 – Digital Visual Tools for Solving Engineering problems 6
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Video Overview of Module 5Module5.1
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ACTIVITY: Download Module 5’s Learning ObjectivesModule5.2
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Solving Visually in an Engineering ContextModule5.3
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Using UML Diagramming Tool to “Visualise Solutions”Module5.4
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Using Unity to “Explore”Module5.5
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Test your knowledgeQuiz5.15 questions
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Module 6 – Digital Visual Tools for Creating Engineering concepts and data 6
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Video Overview of Module 6Module6.1
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ACTIVITY: Download Module 6’s Learning ObjectivesModule6.2
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Creating Visually in an Engineering ContextModule6.3
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Using Coogle to “Envision”Module6.4
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Using Autocad LT to “Create Forms”Module6.5
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Test your knowledgeQuiz6.15 questions
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Module 7 – Digital Visual Tools for Engineering Communication 6
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Video Overview of Module 7Module7.1
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ACTIVITY: Download Module 7’s Learning ObjectivesModule7.2
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Communicating Visually in an Engineering ContextModule7.3
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Using Thinklink to “SHARE”Module7.4
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Using Draw IO to “DESCRIBE”Module7.5
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Test your knowledgeQuiz7.15 questionsFinal
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Solving Visually in an Engineering Context
The engineering context covers different issues and problems related to reality. Engineers have to deal with real and specific problems that must be solved to achieve a goal. Engineering problems usually have more than one solution, the best one is selected based on the calculation, best practices or procedures. The ultimate objective is to solve a given problem with the simplest, safest, most efficient design possible, at the lowest cost. In many cases the engineers should be able to find problem solutions with the help of visual means. Use visual thinking to conceptualize solutions to problems. Ideation using visual means. Visualization, Spatial abilities, Visual Association and Visual reasoning are implied in this competence area.
On the “Area 4. Solving” figure the two main components are distinguished. The first one is “Visualize (Solutions)”. This activities includes number of actions:
- Generate an image of the problem solution in the mind.
- Manipulate mental images (combine, modify) for problem solving.
- Use various forms of visual communication and visual imagery to solve technical problems.
- Use visual techniques to solve a given problem.
The ”Explore” is second component of “Area 4. Solving”. In this case, the ”Explore” activity relates to:
- Using graphic representations to solve problems.
- Develop an idea or concept by visual perception and the mental processing derived by exploring.
- Reflecting involves searching and exploring of alternatives and idea variants