DTR-302 VISUAL COMMUNICATION IV

In this class, students will build on the digital,visualization techniques learned in Visual,Communication III. A series of initial,assignments will focus on using lighting,,reflections and color to define the forms with,digital tools. The second series of assignments,will involve rendering increasingly more complex,forms. The final half of the semester will be,spent completing renderings to support the,student’s studio … Continue reading “DTR-302 VISUAL COMMUNICATION IV”

DTR-303 VISUAL COMMUNICATION V

In this advanced course, students will hone a,concise, yet impactful digital visualization of,their design proposals. Environmental rendering,and sequential storyboarding will be emphasized,,as well as the presence of the human figure to,indicate scale and user interaction. In addition,,students will strive to depict solutions that,promote inclusivity and equitability for potential,users. Student work will showcase these skills,with a … Continue reading “DTR-303 VISUAL COMMUNICATION V”

DTR-304 PORTFOLIO AND PRESENTATION DESIGN

This course develops a student’s ability to,package their collective body of work into a set,of self-marketing tools representing their,abilities as a designer. Students will focus on,the review, editing, analysis, preparation,improvement and potential social impact of their,portfolio content. Based on faculty assessment,and personal goals, students will develop,individual strategies to pursue employment in the,professional market. These will … Continue reading “DTR-304 PORTFOLIO AND PRESENTATION DESIGN”

DTR-305 VEHICLE SYSTEMS AND PACKAGING

This course introduces students to the,application of Vehicle Packaging and Systems,Design as an important element of modern vehicle,design work. Topics covered include applied,vehicle packaging, occupant packaging, safety and,electrical systems, powertrain, chassis, as well,as the engineering sciences of aerodynamics and,manufacturing/assembly. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

DTR-320 JUNIOR TRANS DESIGN STUDIO I

This course covers design principles, drawing,,rendering techniques and model construction for,students concentrating on pursuing a career in,transportation design or the design of,transportation industry related products.,Projects sponsored by transportation industry,companies are a regular part of this class. ,There are projects covering both the exterior and,interior designs of vehicles. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

DTR-321 JUNIOR TRANS DESIGN STUDIO II

This course covers design principles, drawing,,rendering techniques and model construction for,students concentrating on pursuing a career in,transportation design or the design of automotive,industry related products. Projects sponsored by,transportation industry companies are a regular,part of this class. There are projects covering,both the exterior and interior designs of,vehicles. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

DTR-331 JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO

The junior-year interior design studio expands on,the process emersion experienced at the sophomore,level. The importance of a compelling,,customer-driven design story as the basis for,interior work is stressed. Students are expected,to employ advanced thinking in terms of,aesthetics, primary research, inclusive human,factors, design theory and brand experience. The,presence of corporate sponsors along the way will,promote a process … Continue reading “DTR-331 JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO”