Course title
Y00272001
Practice on Basic Design

ASHIZAWA Yusuke

ARAI Ryuji

GOTO Fumiaki

YUMITA Atsushi
Course description
Design is the process of translating various specifications, functions, needs, etc. into an entity that can actually perform them, and the basic process can be divided into two parts as below.
1) Exploring the existing relationship between specifications, functions, needs, etc. and the entities that realize them: research and analysis
2) Conception, prototyping, and verification of entities that are expected to satisfy these needs: modeling and prototyping
In this class, we will practice "specific modeling and prototyping techniques" required in 2), in particular, by using tasks with few design elements to acquire these skills.
Purpose of class
The objective of this course is to acquire modeling and prototyping skills, which are fundamental among the various skills required in specialized areas of design.
At the same time, to acquire the following two skills through practice.
1) The ability to judge whether or not the shape is reasonable and aesthetically pleasing.
2) Ability to communicate intentions of proposal concisely and accurately
Goals and objectives
  1. Can create and examine a variety of ideas while using simple prototypes as a means to an end.
  2. Can judge whether or not it is reasonably and aesthetically appropriate when they watch it.
  3. Can communicate own suggestions concisely and accurately.
Language
Japanese
Class schedule

Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Guidances of this class, and explanations of design materials and machining methods, also safely guide. Prepare their subjects 90minutes
2. Making forms from few requirements 1 : observe object and making 3D copy, grasp approximate size of their object. Prepare their subject that is required and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
3. Making forms from few requirements 2 : observe object and making 3D copy, grasp details of designers intention that hidden inside forms. Prepare their subject that is required and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
4. Making forms from few requirements 3 : Idea exploring by using speed sketches. Prepare their subject that is required and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
5. Making forms from few requirements 4 : Idea exploring by making prototypes. Prepare their subject that is required and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
6. Making forms from few requirements 5 : Idea exploring by making prototypes. Prepare their subject that is required and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
7. Making forms from few requirements 6 : Selection of final idea and making the final prototype. Prepare the final presentation and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
8. Making forms from few requirements 7 : Presentations and reviews. Modify in line with their requirements that are received from their review, and prepare the next subject. 90minutes
9. Making forms from various requirements 1 : Researching and analysing relationship between some requirements and forms. Prepare the final presentation and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
10. Making forms from various requirements 2 : Idea exploring by using speed sketches. Prepare the final presentation and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
11. Making forms from various requirements 3 : Idea exploring by making prototypes. Prepare the final presentation and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
12. Making forms from various requirements 4 : Idea exploring by making prototypes. Prepare the final presentation and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
13. Making forms from various requirements 5 : Selection of final idea and making the final prototype. Prepare the final presentation and finish subject that unfinished. 90minutes
14. Making forms from various requirements 6 : Presentations and reviews. Modify in line with their requirements that are received from their review. 90minutes
Total. - - 1260minutes
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

E-1 E-2 Total.
1. 20% 20% 40%
2. 20% 20% 40%
3. 10% 10% 20%
Total. 50% 50% -
Evaluation method and criteria
In principle, the final submission of each assignment is used as the basis for grading.
Each assignment is graded on 11 levels: S, A+, A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D.
The distribution of marks for each assignment is determined by the difficulty of each task and the total number of tasks, and is not fixed at the start of the class.
However, the distribution of marks will be calculated based on the assumption that "getting a C in all assignments = 60 points", and this will be used as a guideline for obtaining credits.
Textbooks and reference materials
Instruct or distribute textbooks. Besides, we instruct in the class if we have textbooks that is needed to read in advance.
Prerequisites
The following items should be purchased in advance.

1. Hand-held styrene foam cutter
2. Caliper and Ruler
3. A3 grid paper (for drafting)
4. Styrofoam (Kanelite foam) for models (450 mm x 600 mm x 50 mm thick)
5. Cardboard (about 10 sheets of A3)
6. Glue for styrene form
7. Basic craft tools (Scissors, Cutter, Cellophane tape, Masking tape, etc.)
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Before and after class.
  • by e-mails.
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
Active-learning course
Most classes are interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
Applicable We have substantial practical experiences for about 20 years.
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
  • 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
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