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This advanced visual communication course covers,design visualization techniques. Emphasis is on,developing the ability to efficiently communicate,design ideas through renderings and animations in,a compelling way using various digital methods.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 119, DPR 213
This course covers research methods applied to,human physical and behavioral characteristics with,the objective of designing effective and safe,products and environments.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 225, DPR 226
This course develops student’s understanding of,the innovation process by highlighting the value,of research/analysis and the importance of,organizing and presenting information.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 125, DPR 126
This course teaches students the tools and,processes involved in creating complex 3D digital,models.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 261 or DPR 161
This course helps students understand the,complexity of the design process with exploration,and ideation methodologies. Written, verbal, and,graphic presentation techniques are used to,develop design concepts. Emphasis is placed on,the generation of ideas and concepts. Students,then focus on a design problem or opportunity and,communicate a solution.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
This course covers the fundamentals of materials,and manufacturing processes relevant to mass,production. Emphasis is placed on eco-design,,and the adoption of sustainable materials and,processes.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 225, DPR 226
This course covers the product development,process based on exploring creative solutions to,consumer and/or social needs. Students use the,skills learned in supporting classes to convey,design solutions in 2D sketches, 3D study models,and finished models.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 125, DPR 126
This course is structured as an advanced concept,studio. Students pursue a project in which they,are required to explore ideas and produce,advanced solutions and systems that push the,boundaries of traditional product design.,Recommended themes include sustainability,,inclusivity, and equitable design.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PREREQUISITES: DPR 325, DPR 326
This course covers the product development,process based on exploring creative solutions to,consumer and/or social needs. Students use the,skills learned in supporting classes to convey,design solutions in 2D sketches, 3D study models,,and finished models.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 125, DPR 126, DPR 225
This course allows students to reinforce the,product development process and apply it to,projects and methodologies.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 325, DPR 326