digital design

• What does setting up CAM involve?

  Connecting design software to manufacturing machines
• Why can setting up CAM be challenging?

  It can be slow and expensive
• What type of software is CAD?

  Design software
• What does setting up CAD involve?

  Installing the software
• What are some of the challenges of CAD setup?

  Costly and time-consuming to learn
• What is a common technical issue with CAM and CAD systems?

  Software crashes
• What is another common technical issue with CAM and CAD systems?

  Machine breakdowns
• How can technical issues in CAM and CAD systems affect production?

  By causing delays
• What is a financial risk associated with CAM and CAD?

  Expensive setup
• Why is dependence on technology a risk in CAM and CAD systems?

  Computer or machine failure can stop production
• What is the main purpose of working drawings?

  To show how to make a product
• What kind of information do detailed drawings provide?

  Size, shape, and materials needed
• Who primarily uses working drawings?

  Builders and manufacturers
• What are the main components included in working drawings?

  • Dimensions
  • Materials
  • Assembly Instructions
• What do dimensions specify in working drawings?

  Exact measurements of the parts
• What information regarding materials do working drawings provide?


  What materials to use
• What do assembly instructions detail?

  How the parts should be put together
• Why is clear communication important in the context of working drawings?


  Makes sure everyone knows what to do
• Why is accuracy emphasized in working drawings?

  Ensures the product is made correctly