DESN2003
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course examines various understandings and models of the design process, their related stages and techniques, and their relevance to visual communication design in theory and professional practice. It will explore the philosophical and ideological underpinnings of the design process. The course will require students to reflect upon their understanding of their own design process and compare that to theories outlined in research and/or professional literature as well as case studies and/or first-hand professional accounts.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Newcastle City Precinct
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe various models, phases and techniques of the design process;
2. Visually depict and compare various models, phases and techniques of the design process
3. Conduct primary and secondary research about the design process;
4. Communicate their research findings using appropriate presentation, written and visual forms of communication.
Content
Topics will include:
- Models of the design process in theory and practice
- Design process stages and techniques including: contextual research, ideation, incubation, collaboration, co-design, problem solving, user testing
- The social, historical and philosophical contexts of models of the design process
- Conducting case study and primary research
- Reviewing literature
Assessment items
Quiz: Multiple choice questions on key course readings and content
Report: Video report
Project: Creative project in teams
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Newcastle City Precinct
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 6 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 9 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-2
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 3 week(s) starting in week 10
Course outline
- DESN2003 - Semester 1, 2024 (Newcastle) (PDF, 241.7 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.