Module Descriptors
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
PROD40093
Key Facts
School of Digital, Technologies and Arts
Level 4
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Daniel Lewis
Email: D.W.Lewis@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 72
Independent Study Hours: 228
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 100%
Module Details
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 Data:
24% scheduled learning and teaching activities
76% 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 Data:
24% scheduled learning and teaching activities
76% guided independent learning
Module Texts
Clanchy J. & Ballard B. [1993]: How to Write Essays: A Practical Guide for Students
Cumberford R. [2004]: Auto Legends: Classics of Style and Design
Burnham D. [2006]: Studying Independently: Writing Better Essays, Exams & Presentations, Faculty of Arts & Creative Technologies Booklet
Forty A. 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 K. & Eissen R. [2007]: Sketching: Drawing Techniques for Product Designers. Bis Publishers
The Design Museum: Fifty Cars That Changed the World. Conran Octopus
Woodham J. [1997]: Twentieth Century Design
www .conceptcar.co.uk
www.drawthrough.com
Cumberford R. [2004]: Auto Legends: Classics of Style and Design
Burnham D. [2006]: Studying Independently: Writing Better Essays, Exams & Presentations, Faculty of Arts & Creative Technologies Booklet
Forty A. 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 K. & Eissen R. [2007]: Sketching: Drawing Techniques for Product Designers. Bis Publishers
The Design Museum: Fifty Cars That Changed the World. Conran Octopus
Woodham J. [1997]: Twentieth Century Design
www .conceptcar.co.uk
www.drawthrough.com
Module Resources
Access to Product & Transport Design studio (K21)
Seminar room (K21A)
Resource room (K27)
CAD Suite (K25A)
Presentation room (K25C)
Clay Modeling Workshops (K25B)(K25D)
3D & CAD Workshops (Wood, Metal, Plastic & Resin)
Access to relevant software (to include: Alias, Maya, SolidWorks, Adobe CS Suite, Microsoft Office, Keyshot, iMovie, Showcase, Keynote, SketchUp)
Thompson Library, including access to Lynda.com for online learning tutorials and Mintel (library portal)
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.
Seminar room (K21A)
Resource room (K27)
CAD Suite (K25A)
Presentation room (K25C)
Clay Modeling Workshops (K25B)(K25D)
3D & CAD Workshops (Wood, Metal, Plastic & Resin)
Access to relevant software (to include: Alias, Maya, SolidWorks, Adobe CS Suite, Microsoft Office, Keyshot, iMovie, Showcase, Keynote, SketchUp)
Thompson Library, including access to Lynda.com for online learning tutorials and Mintel (library portal)
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Which will typically include:
Sketch work (concept generation and development phase) Final visuals
Sketch models where applicable
Written report
[Learning Outcomes 1 - 5]
Key Information Set Data:
100% coursework
Sketch work (concept generation and development phase) Final visuals
Sketch models where applicable
Written report
[Learning Outcomes 1 - 5]
Key Information Set Data:
100% coursework
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.
The module will culminate in a design project.
You will be introduced to the skills needed to research, evaluate and present information.
The module will culminate in a design project.