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7632 (v.5) Design Process and Practice 192
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 learning on a further 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. Students also undertake projects as part of a team. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, the student will have - Applied a generic model of the design process to problem solving and also to further understand the critical issues that impact on design solutions, such as inclusivity, the contexts, culture and human factors in design. Developed a consistent and quality design process, practice, innovation, communication skills, and the presentation of ideas and concepts. Emphasised on the acquisition of the basic skills and practice for successfully working as part of a team. |
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: | Heron, John, (1998), The Facilitars Handbook. New York, Kogan Page. Hogan, C. (1994), Processes for group facilitation. Perth, Curtin University of Technology. 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. MacBeth, Jim and MacCallum, Judy, (1996) (Video), Collaborative Learning, Perth, Murdoch University. Roth, W. Ryde, J. and Voehl, F. (1997), Problem Solving for Results. St Lucie. Roukes, N. (1982), Art Synectics. Davis Publications. Tyson, Trevor, (1998), Working with groups. Australia, MacMillan Education. Von Wodtke, Mark (1993). Mind Over Media, Creative Thinking Skillsfor Electronic Media. New York, McGraw-Hill. Woodson, W. E. Tillman, B. and 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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