Academic Catalog

ID302 INDUSTRIAL DESIGN IV

Course Code: 1250302
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 8(4-8)
ECTS Credit: 10.0
Department: Industrial Design
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. BAHAR ÞENER PEDGLEY
Offered Semester: Spring Semesters.
Prerequisite: Set 1: 1250301
The course set above should be completed before taking ID302 INDUSTRIAL DESIGN IV.

Course Content

Sustainability approach to product design, biomimicry for sustainability, effective use of resources, user empowerment. Interaction design, engaging interactions, product attachment. Generative tools and user research methods, understanding local values, needs and preferences, post-use design thinking, re-use and personalization, open design and emerging practices. Advanced presentation techniques. Scenario development and design detailing for electric products, new technologies.