APDZ 310 Introduction to Applied Design

5 credits

A survey course of concepts and issues in applied design. Design terminology will be reviewed and contemporary design-related concepts such as human factors, interaction design, usability, and heuristics will be examined.

Prerequisites: Admission to BAS in Design program or instructor permission

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Accurately use design terminology
Explain the design process
Identify principles and issues which cross design disciplines
Evaluate their design/technical/academic skills and identify areas for improvement
Use resources effectively (library, learning management system, e-portfolio tools)
Describe their personal design aesthetic
Communicate in-depth, credible knowledge of a subject or issue specific to their discipline

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

possess a broad theoretical knowledge of a range of design disciplines
speak, write and present effectively, leveraging technology to enhance communications
employ creative and critical thinking to enhance problem solving

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 50