Module #1 Introduction to Industrial Design Overview of industrial design, its history, and its role in modern product development
Module #2 Design Principles and Elements Understanding the fundamental principles and elements of design, including balance, proportion, and typography
Module #3 Design Thinking and Problem-Solving Introduction to design thinking, empathizing, ideating, prototyping, and testing
Module #4 User Research and Analysis Conducting user research, analyzing data, and creating user personas and scenarios
Module #5 Design Briefs and Project Planning Creating effective design briefs, setting project goals, and defining project scope
Module #6 Concept Sketching and Ideation Generating and developing design concepts through sketching and ideation techniques
Module #7 Design Development and Refinement Refining design concepts, creating prototypes, and testing iterations
Module #8 Materials and Manufacturing Processes Overview of materials and manufacturing processes, including sustainability considerations
Module #9 Ergonomics and Human Factors Designing for human factors, ergonomics, and usability
Module #10 Sustainable Design and Environmental Impact Designing for sustainability, minimizing environmental impact, and circular economy principles
Module #11 Design for Manufacturability and Assembly Designing products for efficient manufacturing and assembly
Module #12 Designing for Accessibility and Inclusivity Designing products that are accessible and inclusive for diverse users
Module #13 Computational Design and CAD Introduction to computational design, CAD software, and 3D modeling
Module #14 Rapid Prototyping and Fabrication Using rapid prototyping and fabrication techniques to test and iterate designs
Module #15 Designing for Emotional Experience and Branding Creating emotional connections with users through design and branding
Module #16 Designing for Digital Interfaces and Interaction Designing intuitive digital interfaces and interactions for products and services
Module #17 Designing for Safety and Regulatory Compliance Designing products that meet safety standards and regulatory requirements
Module #18 Design Project Management and Collaboration Managing design projects, working with cross-functional teams, and communicating design intent
Module #19 Designing for Service and Experiential Design Designing end-to-end services and experiences that integrate with products
Module #20 Designing for Emerging Technologies and Trends Designing for emerging technologies, such as AI, AR, and IoT
Module #21 Design Portfolio Development and Storytelling Creating a strong design portfolio and effectively communicating design stories
Module #22 Designing for Business and Market Strategy Designing products that meet business and market goals, and creating business cases for design
Module #23 Designing for Global Markets and Cultures Designing products that are suitable for global markets and diverse cultures
Module #24 Design Ethics and Social Responsibility Designing products that are socially responsible, ethical, and responsible
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Industrial Design career
