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
Prerequisites:
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
This course introduces students to basic,principles and theories of human growth,,motivation, action, cognition, personality, and,social interaction.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DEN 102
Building on the 2-D drawing and 3-D translation,methods learned in DTR 125 this course introduces,students to the fundamental design process used by,transportation designers. Through this,introduction, students will develop a basic,understanding of each phase in the process:,problem identification, concept development and,model building. Research with an eye toward,inclusive design opportunities, as well as,packaging for a variety of end users with diverse,needs will be explored. Course content may be,reinforced through field trips to local design,studios and factories.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DTR 125
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:
The senior interior design studio places a strong,emphasis on research influencing fresh design,decisions. Students will look for user,experience design opportunities by investigating,sustainable materials and processes, as well as,emerging cultural and technical trends. Through,advanced presentations to sponsors, students will,illustrate the user-focused nature of their,interior designs, and their readiness to join the,transportation design community. Industry,sponsors are a regular part of this course. ,Occasionally, course content may be reinforced,through field trips to professional design studio,or factories.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DTR 431, DTR 433, DTR 435, DTR 437
This course is designed to give students an,introduction to film as an art worthy of critical,attention. Students develop the ability to think,,discuss and write about film in an academic,context.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Take one 3.0 credit, 200 level course from one of the,following subjects: DAH (Art History), DEN (English), DAS,(Academic Studies), DVC (Visual Culture).
This 15 week course introduces students to the,world of Fashion Illustration. Students regularly,review and discuss both historical and,contemporary Illustrators, artists and examples of,their work. Students analyze the Illustrator’s,composition, media, technique choices and,reasoning, to contextualize each project and,inspire progressive investigation. Students delve,into drawing, painting, collaging and mixing new,outcomes, including the incorporation of,photography and digital platforms. Guest critics,are invited to offer industry feedback for the,final presentation.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 104, DFN 119
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,
,WINTER 2024,
,,STUART WEITZMAN SPON PROJECT,
, In this sponsored studio with Stuart Weitzman,,one of the most iconic US luxury footwear brands,,students will design and develop a collection,their assigned brief. One of the main skills for a,graduate,designer is the ability to go into a brand and,design collections based on the understanding of,the,company’s DNA. The preparation of a professional,level presentation will include research,,collection,illustrations, and tech packs. In addition, a full,a color and material story with prototypes will be,produced to demonstrate the two-dimensional,designs in a more hands-on, three-dimensional,form.,The project will be in collaboration with the,Masters in Color and Material program.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
Emphasis is placed on pushing the boundaries,(technologically, spatially and aesthetically),around the notions of narrative. Students,explore the history of non-traditional forms in,video and film, and may create single and,multi-channel video designed for galleries,,alternative and public sites.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FLM 201