Module Descriptors
PROFESSIONAL PROJECT 2
PROD60101
Key Facts
School of Digital, Technologies and Arts
Level 6
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Hugh Williamson
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 48
Independent Study Hours: 112
Total Learning Hours:
Assessment
  • CWK - A&D weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Learning Outcomes
1. Explain project objectives, intended users, markets, design concepts, design development, project management, relevant technologies, materials and processes via appropriate documentation and visual media. (MQF5).
2. Demonstrate design, technical skills, processes and methodologies attained and developed within previous modules / prior learning to a professional / industry standard. (MQF2).
3. Apply project management and design decisions based on the project progress, external input. (MQF4)
Module Learning Strategies
Work will be presented in a 'degree show' style manner, with key visual material being mounted accordingly, supported by sketch/presentation models, CAD and appropriate audio/visual support (e.g. PowerPoint slideshow). Board mounted material to be accompanied by a definitive project title and clear statement of the project objectives. A panel of at least two subject tutors (and possibly a third who may be from another area) will consider all aspects of your work via a verbal presentation. This will normally last 20 minutes with a further 10 minutes for questions and clarification.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Assessment Methods and Types A COURSEWORK - ART & DESIGN weighted at 100%.
Continuous assessment -40% Planning and documentation – 20% Concept Design – 20%
Final assessment – 60% Final output (print and digital) – 40% Presentation – 20%
Evidenced by:
Restated brief and product specification (application) Professional presentation of final design proposal (communication)
Module Texts
Dabner, D., Sandra, S. & Abbie, Vickress. (2017) Graphic design school: the principles and practice of graphic design, Wiley, 6th edition. ISBN:9781119343165 Peter. F, C.(2016) Industrial Design A-Z, Taschen. ISBN: 3836522160
Hurff, S. (2016) Designing Products People Love: How Great Designers Create Successful Product, O’ Reilly Media, 1st Edition. ISBN: 1491923679
Ulrich, (2016) Product Design and Development, Mc Graw Hill India, 5th Edition. ISBN: 9352601858
DK, (2015) Design: The Definitive Visual History, DK. ISBN: 1465438017
Ellen, L. (2014) Beautiful Users: Designing for people, Copper Hewitt, New York. ISBN: 9781616892913
Claudia Martinez Alonso (2014) Lighting, Essential Tips. Konemann Publishers. ISBN 9788499365169
Joachim Fischer (2008) Light. H.F.ullmann Publishers. ISBN 9783833148910
Milton, A & Rodgers, P. (2013) Research Methods for Product Design, Laurence King Publishing Limited, London. ISBN: 9781780673028
Karl T. Ulrich, Steven D. Eppinger (2012) Product design and development, New Work: McGraw-Hill/Irwin. ISBN 9780071086950