Interdisciplinary Arts 0180 - Design Fundamentals of Creating Useful Objects - Problem solving, Fabrication and Testing

Design Fundamentals: This is an introductory level design class focusing on understanding problems, generating ideas and developing practical elegant solutions. We will begin with a series of guided activities and projects, with the course culminating in a final independent project. Students will become familiar with a range of basic design tools and skills, such as drawing, computer aided design, model making, and prototyping in materials such as cardboard, metal and plastic. Throughout the course students will work toward improving visual communication skills and the ability to convey ideas. Keywords:Design, fabrication, hands-on, Center for Design,

Environments and Change Lab/Materials fee:$40 Students should expect to spend 8 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.