DSGN 101 Introduction to Product Design (4 Credits)
Explores the multidisciplinary field of product design, emphasizing problem-solving and creativity through design thinking and the design process. Examines a range of product categories and analyzes historical and contemporary designs to build a comprehensive understanding of the discipline. Emphasizes sustainable practices, material selection, manufacturing technologies, and the psychology of design. Develops foundational skills in iterative design methodologies to conceptualize and refine innovative product ideas. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 103 User Experience (UX) Research Methodologies (4 Credits)
Introduces students to methods for understanding their user in order to guide their design decisions. Emphasizes how to conduct user research using different research methodologies, the design of studies and interviews, and how to analyze research and present research findings. Teaches the fundamentals of user research methodologies.
DSGN 104 UX Design Principles (4 Credits)
Introduces the fundamental design principles of User Experience (UX). Emphasizes how to analyze and apply principles to UX design. Builds on concepts from UX Research Methods.
DSGN 130 Product Design Fundamentals (3 Credits)
Preparation for safely operating and maintaining a product workshop. Provides hands-on training setting up efficient production workflow plans for product fabrication. Develops skills to design and fabricate products, branding, packaging, and presentations. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 140 3D Modeling: Parametric (4 Credits)
Introduces essential tools and techniques for parametric 3D modeling using industry-standard CAD software. Focuses on creating detailed 3D models, precise technical drawings, and photorealistic product renderings for effective communication in the design and manufacturing industries. Emphasizes hands-on application to develop technical and creative skills. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 150 Design for Production (3 Credits)
Provides the tools and techniques to generate computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) files for production. Preparation for analyzing design and material data to determine machine tooling and machining speeds and feeds. Provides hands-on training designing for production and safely operating CNC routers, laser engravers, and 3D printers. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 180 Co-op Work Experience Design (1-4 Credits)
Provides experience in which students apply previous classroom learning in an occupational setting for design. Credits depend on the number of hours worked. P/NP grading. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 197PD Portfolio Development: Product Design (1 Credit)
Develop a product design portfolio. Create a resume, website, and branded materials. Learn how to search for job opportunities, apply for grants and scholarships, and interview for jobs. Review career pathways, as well as art school and university requirements. Developed body of design work suggested for the course. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 199 Selected Topics: Design (1-4 Credits)
Provides a learning experience in Design not currently available; this course is in development to be proposed as a permanent course. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 201 Professional Practices & Portfolio Development (4 Credits)
Covers the professional aspects of design, including client communication, project management, ethical practices, and effective collaboration. Emphasizes the development of a professional portfolio that showcases students' design abilities and projects, as well as how to present their work in both digital and physical formats. Designed to prepare students for the professional world through a combination of theoretical understanding and practical application of skills and knowledge. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 202 User Interface Design (UI) (4 Credits)
Introduces professional techniques for generating UI designs and workflows for a design. Covers visual and workflow problem solving and the process of creating component libraries, screen layouts, and using industry standard software to create a design. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 203 Usability Testing (4 Credits)
Introduces the concept of usability testing for UI design. Emphasizes how to plan, create, and complete a usability study. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 230 Product Design Studio I (4 Credits)
Provides an immersive learning experience that emphasizes digital design with advanced tools for manufacturing and creative exploration and that is structured around core concepts such as design thinking, sustainable and inclusive design practices, and the understanding of current manufacturing technologies. Covers the multifaceted factors that drive product design, from initial idea generation to conceptual realization and encourages the fusion of creativity with practical design skills. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 240 3D Modeling: Organic (4 Credits)
Explores 3D modeling techniques with a focus on organic and sculptural forms. Emphasizes aesthetics, surface refinement, and complex geometry using industry-standard software. Builds skills to create dynamic, intricate designs tailored for real-world applications in product design. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 245 3D Printing: Design & Production (4 Credits)
Explores foundational design principles for 3D printing using industry-standard tools. Focuses on optimizing designs for additive manufacturing, emphasizing creativity and problem-solving through digital applications. Develops skills in conceptualizing, modeling, and preparing innovative designs ready for 3D printing. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 250 3D Printing: Materials & Technology (4 Credits)
Examines the properties and applications of sustainable materials in 3D printing. Explores innovative material use and its impact on functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability. Analyzes cultural and ethical considerations in material selection for modern design through digital exploration. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 257 Metal Arts: Production (3 Credits)
Introduces tools and techniques for creating multiple metal objects using production processes. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 260 3D Printing: Product Development (4 Credits)
Focuses on the complete process of developing 3D printed products, from concept to prototype. Emphasizes design thinking, iterative methodologies, and the integration of aesthetics and functionality. Builds skills to create market-ready designs for 3D printing through online design tools. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 296PD Creative Team: Product Design (1 Credit)
Provides experience for students to apply previous classroom learning as a creative team to develop product designs for various assigned professional work. P/NP grading. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 297PD Capstone: Product Design (4 Credits)
Offers a culminating learning experience for students that blends advanced, individualized development with practical application of design skills and knowledge. Requires the design and development of a unique product or product line, encompassing all stages from initial concept to manufacturing readiness and includes in-depth market research, concept development, digital product design and evolution, brand development, packaging design, and preparation for outsourced manufacturing. Synthesizes the entire product design process to allow students to showcase their accumulated skills and creativity and prepare them for the professional world of product design. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 297UX Capstone Project: UX/UI (4 Credits)
Provides advanced, individualized development in UX design. Develop two new features to add to the project started in DSGN 203. Provides opportunity for creating an app with multiple features, iterative development, and final presentation. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 298 Independent Study: Design (1-6 Credits)
Individualized, advanced study in product design to focus on outcomes not addressed in existing courses or of special interest to a student. P/NP grading. Repeatable for credit.
DSGN 299 Selected Topics: Design (1-4 Credits)
Provides a learning experience in Design not currently available; this course is in development to be proposed as a permanent course. Repeatable for credit.
