DES 135 - Design Fundamentals

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-6L-0)

Studio-based introduction to the conceptual and practical concerns of the design disciplines. Two- and three-dimensional design-related studies. Note: ART 134 and DES 135 are required prerequisites for senior level ART or DES courses. Not open to students with credit in ART 131 or ART 132.

DES 138 - Design Fundamentals I

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 0-6L-0)

Studio-based introduction to the conceptual and practical concerns of the design disciplines. Two- and three-dimensional design related studies. Note: Restricted to BFA and BDes students.

DES 500 - The Practice of Industrial Design I

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 0-6L-0)

Subject areas include design and culture; human factors; social, environmental and economic implications of design; appropriate technologies; production considerations processes; communication skills and collaborative dynamics; human factors; the psychology of design; material properties and applications for fabrication and production; market considerations.Projects are 2-D, 3-D and computer-based. Prerequisites: DES 401 or consent of the Department. BDes Students must enroll in DES 501 in second term. Note: Not open to students with credit in DES 570.

DES 502 - Product Design Applications and Technologies

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 0-6L-0)

A studio-based course in which projects address the requirements of special user groups and specific markets with special consideration of the production capabilities of western Canada. Computer-aided design and manufacturing will be the focus of at least one project. Prerequisite: DES 402. Pre- or corequisite: DES 500 or consent of the Department. Note: Not open to students with credit in DES 575.

DES 483 - Seminar on Design Issues

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

Contemporary design concerns in the fields of theory, criticism, history, professional practice and social issues. Restricted to third-year Bachelor of Design students. Prerequisites: HADVC 209 or consent of the Department.

DES 501 - The Practice of Industrial Design II

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 0-6L-0)

Subject areas include design and culture; human factors; social, environmental and economic implications of design; appropriate technologies; production considerations processes; communication skills and collaborative dynamics; human factors; the psychology of design; material properties and applications for fabrication and production; market considerations. Projects are 2-D, 3-D and computer-based. Prerequisites: DES 500 or consent of the Department Note: Not open to students with credit in DES 570.

DES 587 - Design Practicum II

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 0-6L-0)

Design internship in design offices, industry, museums and other appropriate professional hosts and venues, bridging formal education and professional practice. Prerequisite: consent of the Department.

DES 683 - Seminar on Contemporary Design Issues

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

Issues in the fields of theory, criticism, history, professional practice and social concerns. Restricted to Master of Design students. Prerequisite: Consent of Department.