IDE2104

Industrial design studio 4

6 points
* 12 hours per week including 6 studio hours and 6 independent study hours
* Second semester
* Caulfield
* Prerequisites: IDE2103

Objectives On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to design products to a high standard of technical, production and aesthetic performance; apply product analysis techniques to existing products and learn to develop them for new products; locate and apply information on materials and manufacturing processes; carry out design projects for the consumer products field which incorporate electro-mechanical components and devices.

Synopsis This subject serves as an introduction to the field of consumer products design. Tuition centres on the design of electrical appliances, with emphasis on production issues, value analysis, ergonomics, materials selection, and documentation for manufacture. Consumer appeal, aesthetics and market factors will also be taken into account.

Assessment projects: 100%

Prescribed texts

To be advised