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IDIO~B
Workshop Techniques 1A
No. of hours per week: three hours
Prerequisites: nil
Subject aims
This subject will outline the basic theory and practice of
modelmaking.
Subject description
This subject will explore the basic materials and techniques
used in the production of design models and prototypes.
Tutorial and workshop sessions will ensure the safe use of
handtools, machinery and the various materials used in
modelmaking for design. The function of models and their role
in the design process will also be discussed and demonstrated.
IDIO~
Drawing ID
Prerequisites: nil
No, of hours per week: six hours
Subject aims
To cultivate a visual language by observation and personal
expression through various media.
Subject description
The content includes drawing the human figure, drawing from
studio 'set-ups', and field work expanding on such topics as
life, nature, color, form, expression and texture using basic
drawing principles.
1~104 Computer Studies 1A
Prerequisites: nil
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims
To introduce computing and give an understanding of the
variation of programs and languages available.
Subject description
To introduce the computer as a tool in aiding the process of
business activities such as information retrieval and as a
method of communication. Topics will cover a basic
understanding of language and simple programs for every day
use such as word processing, database and spreadsheet.
Computer environments will be explored and the differences
discussed. The student will gain an understanding of how to
use computers for the purposes of presenting written
information and retrieving data.
1~105 Design History 1A
Prerequisite: nil
No. of hours per week: three hours
Subject aims
To establish frames of reference, a broad cultural base for
students, by the exploration of developments in art and
design during the modernist period. The course aims to bring
students to an awareness of the role that art and design plays
in shaping and communicating our social, political and
cultural values.
Subject description
Semester one explores European and Australian developments
in desiqn and art ranqinq from the industrial revolution and
neo-classicism to theen2 of the nineteenth century. While
charting the work of individual designers and artists the course
also explores cultural themes such as gender and class,
imperialism and nationalism, east and west and considers the
influence of political and social conditions on western culture.
1~201 Industrial Design 2
1~201 A
This subject consists of:
lD2OlA Design Principles 1 B
ID201 B Common Studies 1 B
ID201 C Presentation Drawing
Design Principles 1 B
No, of hours per week: three hours
Prerequisites: ID1 01 Industrial Design 1
ID102 Technology 1
Subject aims
To expand the range of design methodologies used to
creatively resolve design problems.
Subject description
This subject refines design methodologies and will include
product research, analysis and identification of the problem,
methods for dealing with creative problem solving, removing
mental blocks and clear thinking. Divergent and convergent
thought processes will be examined. Areas of interest will
include lateral thinking, form follows function, functionalism,
association, brainstorming techniques and other
methodologies. Practical exercises and discussions will
consolidate these processes.
ID~OIB
Common Studies 1B
No. of hours per week: two hours
Prerequisites: ID101 lndusrial Design 1
ID102 Technology 1
Subject aims
To introduce students to the process of design and design
practice.
Subject description
Through a series of practice projects, students will be
introduced to the process of design and the incorporation of
other design areas into this process.
Areas include:
graphics
photography
drawing and visual thinking
basic model making
engineering