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Hudson J. [2011]: Process: 50 Product Designs from Concept to Manufacture. Laurence King Publishers
IDSA [Ed]. [2004]: Products 2: 50 Real-life Products Uncovered. Rockport
Lefteri C. [2012]: Making It: Manufacturing Techniques for Product Design. Laurence King Publishers
Lefteri C. [2006]: Materials for Inspirational Design. Rotovision
Morris R. [2009]: The Fundamentals of Product Design. Ava Publishing
Reis D. & Wiedemann J. [2010]: Product Design in the Sustainable Era. Taschen

You will examine the way in which new technologies, new markets and new materials or processes may effect current product offerings or lead to new product development.
You will originate designs / products which demonstrate your understanding of manufacturing and production issues.
You will use 3D model making to develop quality of detail which shows an understanding of manufacturing and assembly issues in relation to specified materials.
You will develop an awareness of the way in which CAD and CAM can enable you to communicate with engineers, manufacturers, assemblers, retailers, marketers and users.

Demonstrate your awareness of and the appropriate choice of manufacturing systems, processes and materials (analysis)
Clear communication of intended markets, user requirements and proposed design solutions via an appropriate standard of visual media (communication)
Demonstrate 'prior learning' and the transference of knowledge between modules and levels
(application / reflection)
Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of product semantics and aesthetics via evolved design proposals communicated via drawings, presentation media and physical modelling (visual analysis) Demonstrate and apply knowledge of CAD software through renderings and animations.

Key Information Set Data:
100% coursework

Using the Library, Internet and other current information resources you will research and improve your awareness of technological developments, manufacturing and materials information.
Analysis of video presentations on manufacturing and materials processes.
Develop an awareness of current manufacturing processes, materials selection issues and the influence each may have upon product development and realisation.
Visit relevant exhibitions and manufacturers when possible.
Through product analysis, develop an appreciation for assembly methods, manufacturing processes and materials.
Through research and product analysis appreciate the impact of technological advances upon product specification and product life cycles.
Through negotiation, develop and refine agreed existing concepts with commercial and / or academic support or develop and refine solutions in answer to a specified brief / problem / range of parameters. Produce a competent piece of product / industrial design work, suitable for mass manufacture and satisfying the defined user / market needs.
Communicate designs via appropriate 3D Computer modelling software.

Key Information Set Data:
24% Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities
76% Guided Independent Study

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.