You will be involved in a team based project. The object of the module is to propose new products or solutions appropriate to a particular market sector or organisation. You will be given a scenario to research (primary & secondary) to identify possible design opportunities and expected to develop a viable solution proposal. The first part of the module focuses on researching the appropriate sector. The other key element of this module involves investigating team theory and dynamics. Throughout the project you wil be expected to monitor and reflect on your teamwork which will form your individual report.

Seminars will investigate key elements of design implementation through examining theory, case studies
Site visits where appropriate
Presentation workshops
Workshops, seminars and research activity sessions on team theory
Workcheck and peer crit sessions throughout the module

Belbin R M Management Teams Why They Succeed and Fail. (1984) Heinemann ISBN 0434901261
Ed Lydiate L. Professional Practice in Design Consultancy (1992) Design Council. ISBN 08507723043
Rawlinson G. Creative Thinking and Brainstorming. (1994) Gower. ISBN 0704505436
Heap J. Management of Innovation and Design, Cassell Publications, 1989 ISBN 0304322180
Margolin, V Buchanan R. The Idea of Design, MIT Press, 1995 ISBN 0262631660

Journals:
Design Journal
Design Management Institute Journal
Creative Review
New Design
www.dmi.org database
www.designcouncil.org.uk

Coursework made up of:
Team Presentation 40% [LO 1,2,3]
2000 Word Individual teamwork report 40% [LO 4]
Individual Brand Book / Research Log 20% (LO 1, 5)

Library
Seminar Room
Workspace
Laptop
Data Projector

The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.