Graduate Industrial Design

The 3rd term progress review involves a one on one meeting with the department chair and sometimes with core faculty to review student progress to date, identify and discuss student concerns, challenges and opportunities for the remaining terms of the program. Students are provided with clear recommendations for areas of improvement and action.

Tactical Design projects applying an iterative design approach and scope: design research, problem identification, experimentation, iterative concept development, design development, and presentation of solutions.

Development of a rich 3D visual perception vocabulary through lectures on 3D perception theory, rigorous visualization exercises with digital & analog drawing & rendering techniques, & extensive detailed critique.

Universal principles of design. Theory lectures & projects that apply & show performance of understanding in drawings, digital, & print media.

Familiarity with Art Center tools, materials and processes for modeling fabrication and prototyping.

Students work as a team to develop case studies of innovation that support a rationale and answer to the question: "How many and what are the different innovation process story archetypes?".

A studio course in Industrial Design addressing a specific project or issue each term. This course may be repeated with a different focus.

A studio course in Industrial Design addressing a specific project or issue each term. This course may be repeated with a different focus.

Tactical design projects emphasizing development to a proof of concept prototype including: research, problem identification, experimentation, iterative concept development, design development, presentation of solutions and implementation

Development of abilities and knowledge for 3D modeling, fabrication, materials and methods.

Development of abilities and knowledge for 3D modeling, fabrication, materials and methods.

Visual Form 2 will be a continuation of universal principles of design presented in Visual Form 1. Class meetings will involve theory lectures, in-class exercises, critiques, and discussions. Projects will include the fundamentals of typography and layout design in print and electronic media.

This course explores the intersection of technological innovation and human-centered design, preparing students to anticipate, interpret, and shape the impact of emerging technologies on society, business, and everyday life. Students will examine current and near-future technologies-such as artificial intelligence, spatial computing (AR/VR), tobotics, sustainable materials, and space tech--and learn how to translate them into meaningful design opportunities. Through case studies, workshops, and collaborative projects, students will: Identify technological trends and evaluate their implications for users, systems, and markets. Apply strategic foresight and speculative design to imagine future products and services. Prototype design concepts that bridge experimental technology and human experience. Collaborate with experts from industry and research labs to understand the realities of innovation pipelines and technology transfer.

Development of abilities and knowledge for 3D modeling, fabrication, materials and methods. ( includes Krystina seminars)

Development of abilities and knowledge for 3D modeling, fabrication, materials and methods. ( includes Krystina seminars)

The focus of this studio course is for students to gain knowledge and experience with materials and methods used in the design and fabrication of a working prototype model through an iterative process. Students will take on a long-standing project, Formula E (elastic), to create remote controlled race vehicles propelled by energy stored in 16 feet of rubber band. Students will work in teams over the term and the project culminates with two contests: 1) A contest to determine which vehicle can go the furthest with the same stored power. and 2) A contest to determine which vehicle represents the best example of design, build quality and craftsperson-ship. Students are introduced to theory and methodologies with examples from past classes and competitions. The teams will employ the department's design methodology including research, visualization and ideation techniques, digital and analog 3D development tools and importantly, the iterative process for improvements in function. Each generation of Formula E vehicles has evolved in design sophistication; building upon analysis of the advancements made by teams in prior years. The classes involved with the project are designed to teach lessons in strategy, product development, science, engineering, design, fabrication, branding, materials, and communications through a fun and real-world product development experience. In practice, students also learn the importance of competition, working in teams, setting goals, making plans and implementation with various measures of success despite adverse surprises.

The 4th Term Review involves a one-on-one meeting with the department chair and sometimes with core faculty to review student progress to date, identify and discuss student concerns, challenges and opportunities for the remaining terms of the program. Students are provided with clear recommendations for areas of improvement and action.

Basics of form and surface development utilizing rapid prototyping methods with CAD and manual tools and process.

Weelky visualization exercises & an introduction to fundamental business dimensions through readings & discussion.

Research process theory applied to a specific term long project.

System Design - Students in competetive teams take on three different projects and present conceptual business models to a review boards of professional experts and potential investors.

System Design - Students in competetive teams take on three different projects and present conceptual business models to a review boards of professional experts and potential investors.

Students develop insights about their presentation skills and preferred work style in a team context and then develop new skills and capabilities in both areas.

Intermediate level form and surface development utilizing rapid prototyping methods with CAD and manual tools and process

In the event of two sponsored projects this would be instead of the elective. Industry sponsored design projects including: research, problem identification, experimentation, iterative concept development, design development, & presentation of solutions.

The 5th term progress review involves a one on one meeting with the department chair and typically with other thesis project faculty to review student progress to date, identify and discuss student concerns, challenges and opportunities especially regarding final thesis project progress and individual plans for graduation. Students must show significant progress on their thesis project including a clear direction for development work to be done in the final M6 term to pass the review. Students with ambiguous plans or insufficient progress on the M5 research phase of the two term thesis project will fail the review and are required to retake the M5 thesis class and repeat the 5th term progress review with a passing grade before being able to register for classes in the M6 term. Students that receive a passing grade in this review are expected to remain on track with their selected project direction. Students may change direction after this point but must repeat the 5th term thesis and progress review if they choose to do so.

Prototype development of a high performance scale racing vehicle in competitive teams and development and deployment of an annual event ( Formula E)

Narrative & story telling structure for writing, presentation & design.

Thesis level students define and publish an evolving set of project and activity priorities for the design field and the department. Resulting topics guide the definition of their individual thesis efforts.

Vocabulary, process and methodology for developing the business aspects of innovations by entrepreneurs both inside and outside of organizations

Development of business plans and proposals for the thesis projects of graduation candidates

Research process theory applied to particular study topics such as understanding of the tools, process, and behavior of an expert

This course equips students to: Understand the cultural contexts that shape design across geographies; Translate creative insights into strategic opportunity; Cultivate the mindset of a creative entrepreneur-as a tastemaker, world builder, and curator of the human experience. Grasp core principles of entrepreneurship and innovation.

Visualization techniques and development of strategy and ideas for the concurrent System Design Studio.

This 7 week lecture and studio class, co listed with the Drucker Graduate School of Management, will team faculty and students from both colleges to take on the concept development phases of a strategic innovation project. Elective, enrollment by interview and with approval of department chair.

This class operates in parallel and in support of Art Center students participating in the Cal Tech class E/ME 105, Products for the Developing World Fall 2011. This CalTech course will begin with a trip to India with students from Caltech and Art Center in August. We are visiting Saintgits College of Engineering and Saintgits Institute of Management in Kerala where we will join with Indian students in researching the needs of local villagers. These ideas will then be addressed in the Fall Quarter as we jointly create products for the Developing World.The Teams will be mixed Indian and American. The Fall classes are teleconferenced between Kerala and Pasadena in a virtual classroom.

Typically Industry sponsored design projects including: research, problem identification,experimentation, iterative concept development, design development, and presentation of solutions.

Development of rendering skills utilizing "Photoshop" software for topics covered in Visualization 1 (IND-502).

Students research, define and publish an evolving set of project and activity priorities for the design field and the department. Resulting topics guide the definition of thesis project activities for graduation candidates.

Students prepare for internships, post graduation, interviews and their graduation show. They apply innovation methodologies to the design of their own brand. They refine the communications design and formal aspects of their projects and develop the collateral and presentation content for their grad show in support of their individual plans after graduation. 5th term students produce individual written documents identifying key trends for the field.

Development of strategy & ideas for the concurrent M4 Studio project.

Students research and refine the communications design and formal aspects of their final projects including thesis (final) projects and individual portfolios and presentations. The class also develops and executes a plan for graduation show.6th term students produce individual written documents identifying key trends for the field.

Thesis project development.

M5 Studio (Thesis) Thesis project: the first of two consecutive terms for the production of a final project of the student's choosing which successfully demonstrates application of program learning outcomes and methodology. The M5 Studio term is typically dedicated to the research phase of the effort.

M5 Studio (Thesis) Thesis project: the first of two consecutive terms for the production of a final project of the student's choosing which successfully demonstrates application of program learning outcomes and methodology. The M5 Studio term is typically dedicated to the research phase of the effort.

Thesis project development

IND-682 M6 Studio (Thesis) Thesis project: the second of two consecutive terms for the production of a final project of the student's choosing which successfully demonstrates application of department learning outcomes and methodology. The M6 Studio term is typically dedicated to the development and presentation/documentation phases of the effort.

IND-682 M6 Studio (Thesis) Thesis project: the second of two consecutive terms for the production of a final project of the student's choosing which successfully demonstrates application of department learning outcomes and methodology. The M6 Studio term is typically dedicated to the development and presentation/documentation phases of the effort.

This is an internal check mechanism to track students who have competed their academic requirements but are still working on their thesis. Students need to register for Thesis completion until their Thesis has been submitted and approved.

Required for all students finished with their course work but still working on completing their thesis. Required every semester until thesis is completed and approved.

This course ID is designated for use by Art Center Industrial Design Students participating in the dual-degree MS/MBA program with Drucker School of Business at Claremont Graduate University. (24 units)