DES2060 Evolution Of Design

Intermediate · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts

Description: Students develop a historical framework and study the importance and relevance of design within a cultural context by examining past and contemporary examples of designed artifacts.
Prerequisite: None
Parameters: Access to resources; e.g., library, Internet.

Outcomes The student will:

1 demonstrate knowledge of historical and contemporary design resources
- 1.1 describe historical influences in design
- 1.2 identify and explain the relationship between a design solution in the past and a current design solution (e.g., buildings, graphics, fashion and transportation) including the influence of cultural, global, ethical and environmental conditions on the solution
- 1.3 maintain a design journal/sketchbook of the project
2 present research findings
- 2.1 prepare a presentation of research findings; e.g., a research paper, a media presentation, graphic illustrations
- 2.2 use tools, materials and other resources appropriate for the presentation; e.g., computer, software, display materials
- 2.3 prepare for and actively participate in a final presentation and critique describing the area of study and findings
3 include the presentation in a portfolio
- 3.1 participate in a final critique
- 3.2 use appropriate terminology within the design context
4 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
5 demonstrate basic competencies
- 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 5.1.1 communicate
  - 5.1.2 manage information
  - 5.1.3 use numbers
  - 5.1.4 think and solve problems
- 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 5.2.2 be responsible
  - 5.2.3 be adaptable
  - 5.2.4 learn continuously
  - 5.2.5 work safely
- 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 5.3.1 work with others
  - 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
6 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
- 6.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
- 6.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities