Experimental Design

Abstract

This subject will explore ways of combining digital applications with a variety of creative techniques and processes. The emphasis will be on developing a thorough analysis of a design challenge and exploring form, function and approach leading to innovative and imaginative solutions. The students will document and critically examine all … For more content click the Read More button below.

This subject will explore ways of combining digital applications with a variety of creative techniques and processes. The emphasis will be on developing a thorough analysis of a design challenge and exploring form, function and approach leading to innovative and imaginative solutions. The students will document and critically examine all stages of the project from their initial concepts through to completion. Sustainability, as well as cultural and ethical issues, will be considered throughout the design process.

Syllabus

Designer as researcherDesigner as global citizenDesigner as activistEnvironmental and cultural sustainability: designing for whole of life-cycle systems and cultural impactTools, technology, materials and processes in contemporary design: embracing experimentationFundamentals of data and information graphicsCultural awareness in design for education and health: stakeholder engagement

Assessment items

1. Visualising Information: Making Data Accessible

2. Sustainable Design Experimentation

3. Designing Resilient Communities

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to critically analyse and validate various experimental techniques and processes as a means to producing design solutions;

be able to critically evaluate ideas from various perspectives (designer, client and consumer) throughout the design process using prototyping, user testing, self-evaluation and critiquing;

be able to research, design, develop and produce a resolved design outcome in the context of contemporary design practice;

be able to apply the principles involved in design for a wide variety of outcomes including a sensitivity to environmental, cultural and ethical issues;

be able to apply technical, creative and theoretical skills to take an idea from concept to production ready artwork; and

be able to demonstrate an understanding of a broad range of design options and associated skills and their application in design.

Assumed knowledge

Equivalent knowledge to VPA104, VPA105 or GRP118Students are assumed to have a capacity to produce independent content in a range of media forms and industry standard software before entering this project-driven subject.