Category: Product Design Courses

Participation in an internship experience allows students to use classroom-learned skills in a related employment experience. Students must work a minimum of 135 hours over the course of the entire semester. To participate students must be of junior or senior status with completion of freshman and sophomore studios. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8. Seniors may not be eligible to participate in an internship during their final semester. Transfer students must have attended one semester at CCS in addition to meeting the other eligibility criteria.

Credits: 6

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This course is an introduction to the application,of modern technologies, in the practical execution,of disruptive product design. With a focus on,project organization, open-source electronics,platform (Arduino), community code forums,,sensors, rapid prototyping techniques with lasers,,and process documentation.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 225, DPR 226

(This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: SLP 007

In this course, students will develop an,understanding of the user interface design process,as it relates to product design. The focus of the,class will be on physical systems that require,digital interfaces. Students will examine best,practices and constraints for mobile applications,,smart objects, mobility solutions, and wearable,controls.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 225, DPR 226

Through the College’s affiliation with the,Association of Independent Colleges of Art and,Design, junior or first-semester senior students,in good academic standing have the opportunity to,spend a semester (fall or winter) or full year,studying at another member institution in the,United States or abroad. Application information,is available in the Academic Advising and,Registration Office.

Credits: 12

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In this course, students develop a deep,understanding of the creative design process,through exposure to relevant case studies.,Students learn from a diverse historical,context and their influence on end products.,Introduction to the principles of diversity,,equity and inclusion.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 214, DPR 226

Four weeks of creative work in an environment,rich in history, beauty and design. Participants,will be exposed to a learning experience and,understanding of a different culture through a,rigorous program of study and a daily immersion,in a unique cultural setting.,,Open to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors in good,academic standing

Credits: 12

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This course reinforces earlier teachings on the,product development process and applies them to,the major social and/or economic issues (such as,ADA Americans with Disabilities Act), which,are heavily dependent upon research.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 214, DPR 225, DPR 226

This course introduces students to the,fundamentals of the four phases of the design,process. Students should demonstrate a basic,understanding of problem solving, user needs, and,if applicable the elements of diversity, equity,,and inclusive design.

Credits: 3

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This course reinforces earlier teachings on the,product development process and applies the,methodology to projects that emphasize the,investigation of ergonomics and manufacturing,methods. Students use the skills learned in,supporting classes to convey design solutions in,2D sketches, 3D study models, digital models,and renderings.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 214, DPR 225, DPR 226