DES3045 3-D Design 3

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

Description: Students apply theories, skills and techniques appropriate to 3-D design. Students will deal with such aspects as shaping, massing, proportion, scale, contrast, colour, texture and finish within the context of complex 3-D design projects. Students are introduced to cultural, symbolic and human factors, principles and ergonomic considerations.
Prerequisite: DES2045: 3-D Design 2
Parameters: Basic sketching, drawing, layout and modelling tools and/or a computer with 3-D design software.

Outcomes The student will:

1 analyze 3-D design projects/products; e.g., displays, exhibits, dramatic sets, products, packaging, furniture, lighting, interface, new technology
- 1.1 discuss the strengths and weakness of the projects/products
- 1.2 evaluate based on set criteria; e.g., usefulness, aesthetic, function, form, material use
- 1.3 consider symbolic and cultural connotations to make aesthetic judgments about projects/products
2 plan advanced level designed solutions for 3-D design problem
- 2.1 identify a problem considering architecture, landscape architecture, industrial design, engineering or interior design, and write a design brief
- 2.2 identify and accommodate human factors commonly affected by design solutions
- 2.3 describe the impact regarding shape, composition and aesthetics of the solution on the stakeholders; e.g., cultural, psychological and physiological
- 2.4 consider environmental stewardship
3 construct 3-D design for design solution
- 3.1 prepare a detailed plan for the construction and presentation of the design solution/prototype; e.g., write up, sequential diagram, safety concerns, cost and material sheet
- 3.2 secure approval to begin the design solution
- 3.3 identify and use techniques, tools, materials and other resources as outlined in the plan for presenting the design solution
- 3.4 demonstrate appropriate use of elements, principles and considerations common to 3-D design
4 present a portfolio-ready 3-D design solution; e.g., model, image or rendering
- 4.1 participate in interim critiques; e.g., self, peer, instructor
- 4.2 assess intentions and decision making related to the application of elements and principles of design
- 4.3 present a solution for assessment; e.g., images, model and/or prototype
- 4.4 maintain a design folder, journal or sketchbook as part of the portfolio of ongoing observational drawing activities that illustrates skill building
- 4.5 evaluate the design solution based on set criteria; e.g., usefulness, aesthetic, function, form, material use
- 4.6 explain symbolic and cultural connotations of the generated 3-D design solution
5 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
6 apply consistent and appropriate work station routines
- 6.1 demonstrate good health and safety practices; e.g., posture, positioning of hardware and furniture
- 6.2 demonstrate security for hardware, software, supplies and personal work
7 demonstrate basic competencies
- 7.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 7.1.1 communicate
  - 7.1.2 manage information
  - 7.1.3 use numbers
  - 7.1.4 think and solve problems
- 7.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 7.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 7.2.2 be responsible
  - 7.2.3 be adaptable
  - 7.2.4 learn continuously
  - 7.2.5 work safely
- 7.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 7.3.1 work with others
  - 7.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
8 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
- 8.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
- 8.2 identify steps to achieve goals