Module Descriptors
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
MECH40445
Key Facts
School of Creative Arts and Engineering
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Christopher Wayman
Email: C.J.Wayman@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
A series of lectures will introduce the various considerations that are made when developing new products and their holistic impact. Methods of communicating design ideas using software. (1 hour per week). These may also include short activities to demonstrate principles. During the tutorial sessions, students will develop design communication strategies and prototyping techniques of developed designs (2 hours per week).
Module Texts
The eco-design handbook, Alastair Fuad-Luke (2006) Thames & Hudson, ISBN:0500285217
MAKING IT: Manufacturing Techniques for Product Design, Chris Lefteri, (2007), ISBN:0500513759
Deconstructing Product Design, Lidwell, William .Manacsa, Gerry (2009) Rockport Publishers Inc. ISBN:1592533450
MAKING IT: Manufacturing Techniques for Product Design, Chris Lefteri, (2007), ISBN:0500513759
Deconstructing Product Design, Lidwell, William .Manacsa, Gerry (2009) Rockport Publishers Inc. ISBN:1592533450
Module Resources
PC Software Adobe Photoshop (Students)
Workshop facilities for basic prototype modelling / shaping / joining and finishing (hand tools)
Workshop facilities for basic prototype modelling / shaping / joining and finishing (hand tools)
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None
Module Indicative Content
Consideration of a range of influences on the design and manufacture of new products. Environmental, social and ethical issues and consumer products. Current trends in manufacturing leading to the efficient employment of materials. Design for a sustainable future.
Documentation of the design process. Visual development of design ideas using a range of techniques which are translated from 2D sketches trough to hand prototyping of 3D models. Project planning. Ergonomics, Health & Safety considerations. Aesthetics and Ergonomics. Form and function. Creating appearance models of products using appropriate resistant materials. Detailing and finishing 3D appearance prototypes. Communication of design using appropriate professional level 2D software that combines visual and text elements. Annotation and detailing sketch drawings.
Staffordshire Graduate: Understanding of global issues and their place in the global economy. Communication skills. Presentation skills.
Documentation of the design process. Visual development of design ideas using a range of techniques which are translated from 2D sketches trough to hand prototyping of 3D models. Project planning. Ergonomics, Health & Safety considerations. Aesthetics and Ergonomics. Form and function. Creating appearance models of products using appropriate resistant materials. Detailing and finishing 3D appearance prototypes. Communication of design using appropriate professional level 2D software that combines visual and text elements. Annotation and detailing sketch drawings.
Staffordshire Graduate: Understanding of global issues and their place in the global economy. Communication skills. Presentation skills.
Module Additional Assessment Details
100% Coursework consisting of a 3000 word report documenting and assessing learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3.
Word count can be offset by supportive design sketches, prototype models and final 3D product. Communication and design development processes will be a focus for assessment.
Word count can be offset by supportive design sketches, prototype models and final 3D product. Communication and design development processes will be a focus for assessment.