Category: Transportation Design Courses

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GRT-606 DIGITAL VISCOM II

As a continuation of Digital Visual Communication I. this course focuses on advanced 3D modeling and rendering tools, techniques, and processes required for both analyzing and realizing complex formal design expressions with a special focus on vehicle interiors. In addition to continuing to build competency in rapid 3D form exploration and development, this course expands into the refinement of a technical digital 3D model data set of a fully integrated exterior and interior vehicle design. This 3D model is then animated to evaluate final product execution, communicate conceptual intent, and demonstrate technical component articulation. 3D digital modeling and animation software such as Zbrush, Alias, VRED, Keyshot, Blender &/ or Unreal Engine are extensively used.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: GRT 605

GRT-607 ANALYTICAL DRAWING & RENDERING I

This course reviews both fundamental and advanced tools and techniques for analytical drawing and rendering of a variety of form and material expressions across a range of vehicle exterior proportions. At the end of this course, students will have developed the ability to deconstruct complex form compositions into primary structural elements. Thus, they will be able to draw and render clear and communicative 2D depictions of observed and imagined formal expressions. This course will also introduce professional documentation and presentation of creative work during its development and for final display. Professional 2D and 3D digital software being used within the transportation design industry will be used extensively in this course.

Credits: 3

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GRT-608 ANALYTICAL DRAWING & RENDERING II

This course applies fundamentals and advanced tools and techniques for analytical drawing and rendering of a variety of thematic expressions across a range of vehicle interior designs. At the end of this course, students will have developed the ability to both deconstruct as well as assemble complex formal compositions in consideration of their primary structural elements. And thus, be able to draw and render clear and communicative 2D depictions of observed and imagined vehicle interior designs at a professional level of craft and artistry. Additionally, this course will further practice professional documentation and presentation of creative work throughout the development process and for final display. Professional 2D and 3D digital software being used within the transportation design industry will be used extensively in this course.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: GRT 607

DGR-601 GRADUATE COMMUNICATION

Strong English language skills are essential for success at CCS and in a future career as an international designer. In this course, students will develop and improve English communication skills. Using a wide range of tools and assignments, students will talk and write about design with focus on planning and organization, visual aids, audience, appropriate vocabulary, revising based on feedback, and presenting before a group. The skills acquired in this course will enable students to produce a presentation on design research conducted throughout the semester.

Credits: 1

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GRT-609 TRANSPORTATION DESIGN SEMINAR

This course provides a general introduction and review of terms, principles, and practices considered essential for the study and professional practice of Transportation Design. Emphasis is placed on verbal discussion, analysis and critique of formal aesthetic composition, vehicle design execution, as well as trends and technologies in the mobility industry.

Credits: 1.5

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DGR-613 GRADUATE SEMINAR

The Graduate Seminar course brings together the full cohort of CCS graduate design students to discuss and debate key contextual issues in and around design, and advance critical thinking skills. Students explore how engagement with key contextual themes informs and enriches the design process and design leadership. Students attend lectures and seminars and undertake visits to key exhibitions, galleries and/or public talks. Graduate Seminar serves to advance both critical inquiry and critical writing skills of students, and enable the cross-referencing of theory to practice. Weekly classes are led by debates in areas including climate change, economics, social justice, globalization and emerging technology. This course involves extensive reading, research, group presentations, short written assignments and one longer written assignment.

Credits: 3

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DGR-620 GRADUATE RESEARCH METHODS

The Graduate Research Methods course equips students with the knowledge and skills required to undertake a range of advanced research methods appropriate to practice and critical inquiry in art and design. The course covers primary research methods, including design ethnography, field research, case studies, interviews, reflective practice, and practice-based methods. The knowledge acquired throughout the course will support students in the formulation of sophisticated, reflective and fully reference proposals for research-led creative practice, and a rigorously informed critical discourse.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DGR 613 GRADUATE SEMINAR

GRT-611 3D RENDERING & ANIMATION I

This course introduces the basics of 3D digital rendering and animation techniques as specifically applied to vehicle design. Students will be introduced to Blender as the main animation & rendering software and will also incorporate other digital assets and software for rigging 3D models and video editing.

Credits: 1.5

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DGR-650 FINAL PROJECT

This course is a self-directed project that forms the capstone of the MA degree. Students will critically situate the project in a specific context and it will be informed by robust contextualization. Students will develop a body of well-documented iteractive Ideation, leading to thematically relevant creative outcomes evidencing practical impact and/or a critical provocation.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DGR 613