Module Code - Title:
PD4044
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Design Studio 4
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
PD4101
PD4102
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
This module builds on the learning and skills acquired through the pre-requisite Design Studio modules, while introducing new topics such as Creativity Methods, User Interface Design and Design for Manufacture.
Syllabus:
The following is an outline of topics covered in project based studio classes:
• Idea generation techniques .
• Communication of ideas through sketching and modelling.
• Graphical user interface design.
• Design for manufacture.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
On successful completion of this module, the students should be able to:
• Selection and appropriate application of idea generation techniques.
• Conduct rapid Graphical User Interface testing and development.
• Application of usability principles.
• Develop an appreciation for design for manufacture detailing.
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
On successful completion of this module, the students should be able to:
• Demonstrate design acuity in relation to aesthetics, form and user interaction with products.
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
On successful completion of this module, the students should be able to:
• Sketch ideas fluidly.
• Build detailed design models.
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 three elements - Creativity Methods, User Interface Design, and Design for Manufacture. Learning outcomes are engaged with through fun project based projects.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Prime Texts:
HUDSON, J (2008)
Process: 50 Product Designs from Concept to Manufacture
, London: Laurence King.
LAWSON, B (2006)
How Designers Think : The Design Process Demystified,
, Amsterdam ; London : Architectural
EISSEN, K. & STEUR, R. (2007)
Sketching: Drawing Techniques for Product Designers
, BIS Publishers
MORRIS, R (2009)
The Fundamentals of Product Design
,
EISSEN, K. & STEUR, R (2014)
Sketching, Product Design Presentation
, BIS Publishers
Other Relevant Texts:
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
BSPDTEUFA - PRODUCT DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Spring
Module Leader:
Louise.Kiernan@ul.ie