Swedish name: Introduktionskurs i industridesign, BAS
This syllabus is valid: 2009-09-07 and until further notice
Syllabus for courses starting after 2009-09-07
Course code: 5ID121
Credit points: 15
Education level: First cycle
Main Field of Study and progress level:
Industrial Design: First cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Grading scale: Three-grade scale
Responsible department: Umeå Institute of Design (UID)
Revised by: Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 2021-09-08
The course provides an overview of and introduction to the methods and processes used in the field of industrial design and in the product development process. An introduction to visualisation techniques in 2D (sketching) and 3D (modelling techniques) is given. Focus is on the design process in development of physical products and on the visualisation and communication of ideas and design concepts. The perspective of ecological and sustainable design is introduced in relation to the design process. The aim is that student understands and performs a basic application of design methods and processes in supervised projects. The course constitutes the first part of the one-year course Industrial Design Introduction, 60 ECTS and is structured in four sub-courses: Sub-course 1. Visual presentation basics, 3 credits. The aim of the sub-course is to introduce how to use basic visualisation techniques manually and digitally. A brief introduction to sketching as a tool is given, and the tools to scan sketches, clean them and place them in a document for printing. Computer tools for image manipulation and digital presentation are introduced. Students work with a specific project from sketch to digital presentation format and physical model. Introduction to wood workshop hand tools and machinery, such as band saws, milling machines, drills etc. The aim is that the student accquires the skills to independently handle wood workshop machines and equipment according to safety measures and UID rules. Basic modelling techniques in foam are introduced. Examination of part one, Visual presentation basics (1,5 credits) through active participation and presentation of required visual deliverables. Part two, Workshop and modelling techniques (1,5 credits), is examined through active participation in the wood workshop education, and submission of 3D foam models accompanied by required 2D visual material. Sub-course 2. Visual communication basics, 3 credits. The sub-course focuses on how to communicate ideas through 2D sketching techniques. Focus is on the basics of visual communication, and on introducing sketching as a tool for ideation and communication. The course covers basic sketching techniques, such as work methods, materials and perspective. The aim is that students shall feel confident in communicating ideas visually and orally, and to introduce basic sketching techniques with special focus on ideation sketching and concept exploration sketching. Part one, Visual communication basics (1,5 credits) is examined through active participation in education and submission of required assignments. Part two, Sketch basics (1,5 credits) is examined through active participation in education and submission of required assignments. Sub-course 3. The design process, 4,5 credits The sub-course introduces the methods used in the design process in product development work. Theory and practice are joined in a project throughout the sub-course, where the steps of the design process are taught and implemented in the project. Methods for problem definition, visualisation and research, such as function analysis, target group definition, scenario and board techniques are introduced. Focus is on learning, understanding and using methods for defining a design problem, research, ideation, evaluation, conceptualisation and presentation. Education includes brand values in relation to design process. Defining user groups, and working with board techniques to communicate brand value, user groups etc. The aim of the sub-course is that the student is familiar with the steps of the design process, can apply these in a tutor-led project, and can present both the result and all steps of the process visually and orally. Examination through active participation in education, submission of required deliverables, and the oral and visual presentation of a product design project. Sub-course 4. Ecologic and sustainable design, 4,5 credits Introduction to the perspective of sustainable design in the design process as a whole. The student shall understand and be able to relate aspects of sustainability and ecological perspectives to the different stages of the design process, with special attention to life cycle analysis. Focus on ideation in relation to visualisation in 2D (sketch and computer aided visualisation) and 3D (sketch model) and the incorporation of ecologic and sustainable design aspects throughout the design process, from problem statement to final concept presentation. Examination through active participation in education, presentation of required deliverables at each tutoring session, a written life cycle assessment of a specified product, and the oral and visual presentation, including a sketch model, of a design project related to ecologic and sustainable design.
After completing the course, the student shall be able to: - give an account of how the design process is conducted, explain the key concepts and methods of the design process, and under tutor supervision apply said process in a project assignment. - perform a life cycle assessment of a product or service, give an account of aspects of sustainability on design, and relate these to the steps of the design process. - demonstrate elementary skills in communicating ideas and simple design concepts through manual sketching techniques, and translate 2D-visualisations into simple 3D foam models or sketch models. - account for materials and methods used in modelling techniques, relate these to basic concepts and practices in form studies, and practically apply these in creating physical models. - use computer aided technology to scan and manipulate sketches and other images, and include these in digital documents and presentations. - apply design methods for problem statement, research, ideation and evaluation together with other students in a group, and share ideas and results through group discussions. - produce a simple visual project presentation in which the design process is explained, from problem statement to final concept, using computer aided technology, and present this orally in English in a structured and logical way.
Univ: For admission to the course, students must previously have conducted a minimum of two years of full time university studies (120 ECTS) or the equivalent. Students have to present specified home assignments. English A or Basic Proficiency in English proven by supplying test scores from one of the following internationally approved tests: IELTS Academic Training, TOEFL, Cambridge Certificate in English, Michigan English Language Assessment (MELAB).
Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, tutoring, practical assignments, group and project work. Students work both individually and in groups with assignments and projects. Education is carried out in English.
Examination is carried out in the form of presentations oral, visual and written of work and submission of assignments: written and/or visual (2D and 3D). After completing the course, one of the grades Fail (U), Pass (G) or Pass with distinction (VG) is awarded the student. Students receive a grade of either Pass with distinction (VG), Pass (G) or Fail (U) for each assignment and sub-course as for full course. In order to obtain credit for the course, all subcourses and assignments must be completed with a minimum grade of Pass, and the project assignments which includes applications of skills and knowledge from all sub-courses must also be completed with a minimum grade of Pass. For the grade Pass, the student must be present required deliverables at all teacher and tutor led education. For the grade Pass with distinction (VG) on the whole course, the student must pass all the individual course elements and obtain Pass with distinction on Sub-course 2 and Pass with distinction on Sub-course 4. For students who have not obtained the grade Pass, other examination sessions will be arranged. A student who for two consecutive examinations for the same course or sub-course has not been passed, has the right to have another examiner appointed, if there are no special reasons against this (Higher Education Ordinance chapter 6, 22 §). The request for a new examiner shall be made in writing to the Department board of Umeå Institute of Design. ACADEMIC CREDIT TRANSFER Equivalency credits for this course can only be given if it can be shown through transcripts and course plans that a similar course has been passed, and after the course responsible and director of single subject courses have evaluated and approved the students individual level of skills and knowledge.
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