Ontario College of Art & Design

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INDS 2K02
ID Studio 2: Design for Private Space
0.75 Credit(s)
Studio
Prerequisite: INDS 2K01 ID Studio 1: The Design of Everyday Things (minimum grade of 60%)
Corequisite: Students are required to register for one of the ID Studio 2 Labs, working in either metal, plastics or wood, which was not taken in the fall. (3hrs per week)
This course will familiarize students with the impact and meaning of objects and systems related to cultural, social and personal issues. Students are encouraged to explore new means of expression in order to create products and systems that encourage consumers to express their individual needs and to achieve a high level of personalization of their environment. Emphasis is placed on the variety of human needs which inform the quality of experience and on ways in which design can address them. Projects will combine rigorous research into the human condition with emerging trends in personalization and customization of mass produced products. The course will be delivered using lectures, in-class discussions, demonstration and individual critiques. All studio assignments require research and presentations that include verbal, written and visual components. Teaching methods will stress research, design refinement and presentation methods.

When registering for INDS 2K02, students must choose one of the
Notes: Please take special note that this course has material fees associated with it.
Conditions: Requires a minimum grade of 60% to advance to ID Studio 3.
Course was last updated June 10, 2010 - 3:09 PM