APDZ 383 Digital Design Fabrication and Prototyping

5 credits

This course provides a survey of the field of design fabrication and prototyping from the perspective of design, materials, and industry practices. Students will be guided through a lab environment using rapid prototyping devices and physical modeling techniques. Theoretical underpinnings will suggest how the “machine” is becoming more integrated into the design process.

Prerequisites: ENGT 131 or MMDP 124 (or CAD equivalent) and admission to the BTAD Program or instructor permission.

Quarters Offered: Fall, Winter

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Demonstrate familiarity with contemporary fabrication/prototyping techniques
Critically evaluate design work from a fabrication/ prototyping perspective
Demonstrate a broad understanding of the tools, software, and equipment used in digital fabrication and prototyping
Implement methods of digital fabrication and physical prototyping into designs
Employ creative and critical thinking to enhance problem solving
Produce a portfolio artifact or research paper that synthesizes techniques taught in this course