Ontario College of Art & Design

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GDES 3B44
Wearable Electronics Studio
0.50 Credit(s)
Studio
Prerequisite: 8.5 credits, including all first-year requirements (5.0 credits). GDES 3B16 Wearable Technology 1 Wearable Computing is recommended but not required.
Wearable Electronics Studio provides an in-depth exploration of material practices relating to the intersection of the human body and technology. This course focuses on project-driven research and hands-on experimentation with established and emerging materials, methods, and techniques. Topics include the use of analog circuits, conductive textiles, light and heat sensitive materials, and rapid prototyping techniques within the wearable context. Through prototyping and iterative design, students will learn to create conceptually and technically sophisticated pieces.
Notes: There is a materials fee attached to this course.
This course is open to Art and Design students. (Art students - please contact the Design office for access.)
Course was last updated June 23, 2014 - 3:32 PM