IDEA3450

Design for the Future

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Not available in 2014

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Extrapolates the design process, including the notion of a variable set of constraints, into the future. The effect of 'Futures' on the design process is further explored through a problem based learning project. Design projects will apply the design process both to future constraints and hypothesised future technologies.

Objectives Takes the design process, including the notion of a variable set of constraints, and extrapolates this into the future.
Content Topics may include:
1. Changing social trends and demands
2. Technological trends and breakthroughs
3. Technology as savior
4. Environmental trends
5. Trends in legislation - Regulation of Design
6. Invention
7. Technology and development lead times Vs social change
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge IDEA1600, IDEA2460
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Problem Based Learning
Student Projects
Studio
Workshop
Assessment Items
Projects A group project with a focus on "future" development
Projects An Individual Design Project to defined Brief
Contact Hours Workshop: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term