Module Code - Title:
PD4043
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Design Studio 3
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
PD4102
PD4101
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
This module builds on basic design skills and processes learned in prerequisite modules, while also introducing material selection for designers. Students will be introduced to design methods and tools that will enable enhanced experimentation, exploration, iteration and communication of ideas. Functional prototyping, and iterative modelling of form provide the focal point. Students will experience the dynamics of working in a team. In addition students will learn about material characteristics and attributes from a designers perspective.
Syllabus:
The following is an outline of topics covered in project based studio classes:
• Design ideation
• Design skills - hand sketching & sketch modelling
• Working as a team
• Methods of building working prototypes.
• Material selection for designers
• Introduction to manufacturing processes
• Introduction to aesthetic theory
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
On successful completion of this module, the students should be able to:
• Critique and evaluate ideas
• Select appropriate materials for a variety of design solutions.
• Selection and utilisation of appropriate design tools throughout the design process
• Think through sketching and prototyping.
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
On successful completion of this module, the students should be able to:
• Co-operate effectively in teams.
• Appreciate stakeholders perceived value of materials.
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
On successful completion of this module, the students should be able to:
• Explore methods of 'proof of concept' prototyping.
• Exploration and refinement of 3D form studies.
• Develop an ability to sketch ideas fluidly.
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
The module will be taught in a studio-based environment with project based learning at the core. The module comprises of two elements - Design Process and Materials for Designers. Learning outcomes are engaged with through fun project based projects.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Prime Texts:
1.OLOFSSON, E & Sjölén, K (2009)
Design Sketching
, : Keeos Design Books
LEFTERI, C (2012)
Making it: Manufacturing Techniques for Product Designers 2nd Edition,
, London: Laurence King.
LEFTERI, C (2014)
Materials for Design,
, London: Laurence King.
Other Relevant Texts:
LESKO, J. (1999)
Industrial Design: Materials and Manufacturing
, Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.
THOMPSON, R. (2007)
Manufacturing Processes for Product Designers
,
MURRAY, G., WHITE, C.V. & WEISE, (2007)
Introduction to engineering materials
, CRC Press
BRAMSTON, D (2009)
Basics Product Design 03: Visual Conversations,
, AVA Publishing
CRAWFORD, R.J. (1998)
Plastics engineering
, Elsevier
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
BSPDTEUFA - PRODUCT DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Autumn
Module Leader:
Louise.Kiernan@ul.ie