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7630 (v.5) Design Process and Practice 191
Area: | Department of Design |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Studio: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Focuses on an introductory understanding of the design process and practice, which can be applied to any of the design specialisms, or endeavors where design is an integral part of their practice. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have - Applied a generic model or the design process to problem solving. Understood the critical issues that impact on design solution, such as inclusivity, the context, culture and human factors in design. Developed consistent and quality design process, practice, innovation, communication skills, and the presentation of ideas and concepts. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Herbert, K. (1992), Graphic Design Process. New York, Van Nostrand. Kobayashi, S. (1998), Colorist. Japan, Kodansha. Lauer, David A. (1990), Design Basics. USA, Holt Rinehart and Winston. Lydiate, L. (1992), Professional Practice in Design Consultancy, Design Business Assoc., pp172-181. McKim, R. Experiencing visual thinking, Stanford Brookes/Colces Calif. Roth, W. Ryde, J. and Voehl, F. (1997), Problem solving for results. St Lucie. Roukes, N. (1982), Art Synectics. Davis Publications. Von Wodtke, Mark. (1993) Mind Over Media. Creative Thinking Skills for Electronic Media, New York, McGraw-Hill. Woodson, W. E, Tillman, B, Tillman, P., (1992) Human Factors Design Handbook, New York. McGraw-Hill. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Project (1) 50%. Project (2) 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 100500 Graphic and Design Studios (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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