10005 (v.3) Design in Context 192

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Area:	Department of Design
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	2.75
Lecture:	1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 1.25 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Theme is the social role of design - It aims to understand the potential contribution of design in bridging the gap between the destructives effects of the consumer culture and the challenges of a sustainable future. It includes an inquiry into anti-corporate activism, an exploration of design related discourses on sustainable development and corporate citizenship, and the principles of eco-design and universal design.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have - An understanding of the social and political implications of the consumerist society. A critical perspective of the social responsibilities of designers. An understanding of ecologically conscious design and universal or inclusive design. Skills in comprehension of written texts.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	No prescribed references.
Unit Texts:	Design in Context 191, 192, (2003), Tutorial Reader, The Social Role of Design. Perth, Curtin University of Technology.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Journal and minor design project 45%. Major Assignment Essay 55%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y     2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y     2004 Bentley Campus Summer Period Y