PRODUCT DESIGN

ART 558

Focuses on developing an understanding of design processes through the utilization of specific fabrication materials and methods. Experience is gained in giving form to objects and products. Prototyping techniques and digital design tools will be explored. In addition, investigates the movements in the history of product design and the development of materials, production, technologies, consumption and other social and cultural concerns that impact the field. A special focus on the identification and use of sustainable materials and processes.

INTEREGR 170

Introduction to design via the invention, fabrication and testing of a device that solves a problem proposed by a real world client. Information retrieval techniques, specification writing, methods for enhancing creativity, analysis techniques, scheduling, selection methodologies, cost estimating, sustainability in design, shop safety, engineering ethics, opportunities for engineering students (ie, study abroad, internships, co-ops), major exploration, fabrication equipment and techniques, and oral and written communication.

BSE 170

Work in small groups to design, fabricate, and test a device that solves a real world problem. Includes retrieval techniques, specification writing, methods for enhancing creativity, selection methodologies, safety engineering, sustainability in design, shop safety, fabrication equipment and techniques, and oral and written communication.

ME 349

Applied engineering design projects. Emphasis on design of practical mechanical engineering systems, devices and/or components. Two 2-hr labs and one lecture per week. Lecture focuses on the design process, creativity, patents, and other applications to practical problems.

ME 352

Design and fabricate systems and devices, typically having an interdisciplinary aspect. Emphasis will be on detailed design, fabrication, testing, and modification of concepts developed in the previous course (M E 351).