Module Descriptors
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
PROD40063
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 4
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Nigel Turner
Email: Nigel.Turner@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 90
Independent Study Hours: 210
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 40%
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 60%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
This module will introduce you to the notion of style and form in both a contemporary and historical context. You will learn how colour sculptural form and surface texture can be used through experimentation.
You will be introduced to the skills needed to research, evaluate and present information.
You will appreciate the role of computer software and digital photography in the production and presentation of ideas.
The module will culminate in a design project, report and seminar presentation.
You will be introduced to the skills needed to research, evaluate and present information.
You will appreciate the role of computer software and digital photography in the production and presentation of ideas.
The module will culminate in a design project, report and seminar presentation.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Portfolio of design work [Learning Outcomes 1 - 3] (60%)
1000 word illustrated essay and seminar presentation [Learning Outcomes 1 - 5] (40%)
Key Information Set:
100% Coursework
1000 word illustrated essay and seminar presentation [Learning Outcomes 1 - 5] (40%)
Key Information Set:
100% Coursework
Module Learning Strategies
Analysing form in contemporary and historical artefacts.
Experimenting with the representation of form through both manual and computer skills
Presenting your work in a competent, professional and organised manner
Working independently in the studio and workshops
Taking part in individual and group tutorials and seminars
Key Information Set:
30% scheduled Learning & Teaching activities
70% guided independent learning
Experimenting with the representation of form through both manual and computer skills
Presenting your work in a competent, professional and organised manner
Working independently in the studio and workshops
Taking part in individual and group tutorials and seminars
Key Information Set:
30% scheduled Learning & Teaching activities
70% guided independent learning
Module Texts
Clanchy, J. & Ballard, B. (1993) How to Write Essays: A Practical Guide for Students
Cumberford, Robert (2004) Auto Legends: Classics of Style and Design
Burnham, Douglas, Studying Independently: Writing Better Essays, Exams & Presentations,Faculty of Arts Media & Design Booklet 2006
Forty, Adrian, Objects of Desire, Design & Society since 1750, Thames & Hudson
Lewin T (2003) How to: Design cars Like A Pro. (Motorbooks International)
Powell, D (1995) Presentation Techniques (Little, Brown & Co)
Steur Koos Eissen, R (2007) Sketching: Drawing Techniques for Product Designers (Bis Publishers)
The Design Museum Fifty Cars That Changed the World (Conran Octopus))
Woodham, Jonathan, (1997) Twentieth Century Design
www .conceptcar.co.uk
www.drawthrough.com
Cumberford, Robert (2004) Auto Legends: Classics of Style and Design
Burnham, Douglas, Studying Independently: Writing Better Essays, Exams & Presentations,Faculty of Arts Media & Design Booklet 2006
Forty, Adrian, Objects of Desire, Design & Society since 1750, Thames & Hudson
Lewin T (2003) How to: Design cars Like A Pro. (Motorbooks International)
Powell, D (1995) Presentation Techniques (Little, Brown & Co)
Steur Koos Eissen, R (2007) Sketching: Drawing Techniques for Product Designers (Bis Publishers)
The Design Museum Fifty Cars That Changed the World (Conran Octopus))
Woodham, Jonathan, (1997) Twentieth Century Design
www .conceptcar.co.uk
www.drawthrough.com
Module Resources
Access to studio space and lecture/seminar room with blackout and digital presentation hardware. Computer workshop facilities and appropriate software
Design Study Collection
Non-specialist computing facilities for email, internet access, word processing, database, spreadsheet
and basic presentations will be available through the University's 'Information Services' on-campus facilities
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.
Design Study Collection
Non-specialist computing facilities for email, internet access, word processing, database, spreadsheet
and basic presentations will be available through the University's 'Information Services' on-campus facilities
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.