DDF 211 Design Process I

Lecture: 1 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course emphasizes design processes for finished products. Topics include data collection from manuals and handbooks, efficient use of materials, design sketching, specifications, and vendor selection. Upon completion, students should be able to research and plan the design process for a finished product.

Pre-requisite(s): DFT 154.
Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Summarize the design process and it applications to design and manufacturing finished products in the classroom/lab.
Draw technical sketches in the classroom/lab.
Conduct research and collect data, using internet in the classroom/lab.
Write product specifications in the classroom/lab.
Use a computer for CAD applications and analysis in the classroom/lab.
Prepare a technical report using professional report writing techniques in the classroom/lab.