Industrial Design (2022)

Industrial Design is available as a first major for the Bachelor of Design (BDes). Industrial Design may also be included as a second major or minor in other undergraduate degrees, subject to approval of the Division in which the student is enrolled.

To complete Industrial Design as a single major for the BDes, students must gain 135 points from papers listed for Industrial Design, including 105 points above 100 level, and 60 points above 200 level. Students must complete DSIGN141, ENGEN112, DSIGN281, ENGME280, ENGMP211, DSIGN360, DSIGN381, DSIGN382 and ENGME380.

To complete Industrial Design as a second major, students must gain 120 points from papers listed for Industrial Design, including 90 points above 100 level, and 45 points above 200 level. Students must complete DSIGN141, ENGEN112, DSIGN281, ENGME280, ENGMP211, DSIGN360, DSIGN381 and DSIGN382.

To complete Industrial Design as a minor, students must gain 60 points from papers listed for Industrial Design, including 30 points above 100 level. Students must complete DSIGN141, ENGEN112, DSIGN281 and DSIGN381.

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• Prescriptions for the GradCert(IndusDes) and GradDip(IndusDes)
• 100 Level
• 200 Level
• 300 Level

• Prescriptions for the GradCert(IndusDes) and GradDip(IndusDes)

  A Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma are available to graduates who have not included Industrial Design at an advanced level in their first degree.

  For further details, contact the Division of Health, Engineering, Computing and Science Office.

• 100 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  DSIGN126	Introduction to Industrial Design Production	15.0	22B (Hamilton)
  This paper focuses on Computer Aided Design (CAD)/3D modelling software packages, CNC routing and 3D digital printing, required in the process of prototyping and production of Industrial Design projects.
  DSIGN141	Principles of Form and Design	15.0	22A (Hamilton) & 22X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China)
  This paper develops the student's ability to recognise and utilise the basic elements and principles of design both two and three dimensionally. It explores topics related to 'thinking' and creativity with an emphasis on raising a student's creativity consciousness and attitude. The work will primarily be abstract in nature and wil...
  DSIGN151	Design History	15.0	22B (Hamilton) & 22X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China)
  Students journey through a thematic history of design and its interplay with society and technology by studying historical artefacts that influence the contemporary world.
  ENGEN112	Materials Science and Engineering	15.0	22A (Hamilton) & 22A (Tauranga)
  Introduction to engineering materials (metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, semiconductors and biomaterials) and their atomic structure and mechanical properties. Includes; elastic and plastic deformation, fracture mechanisms, failure in service, iron-carbon phase diagram, redox reactions in corrosion, production of polymers, ce...
  ENGEN180	Foundations of Engineering	15.0	22B (Hamilton) & 22B (Tauranga)
  Introduction to the engineering design process and computer aided design, fundamental principles of engineering analysis, open ended problem solving, engineering economics and the skills of a successful engineer. Includes a design-build-test experience.

• 200 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  DSIGN281	Industrial Design Studio 1	15.0	22A (Hamilton)
  This paper presents students with the challenge of designing different types of simple industrially manufactured projects. The students are challenged to experiment beyond their previously acquired knowledge, designing and prototyping for small scale manufacturing.
  DSIGN290	Directed Study	15.0	22A (Hamilton), 22B (Hamilton), 22X (Hamilton) & 22X (Online)
  A directed study involving the design, implementation and testing of the solution to a creative industries problem and production of a formal report.
  ENGME280	Design and Manufacturing 1	15.0	22B (Hamilton)
  The paper focuses on the principles of fundamental manufacturing processes and engineering design methods. Practical aspects of selected major manufacturing processes via workshop and practical sessions give students the opportunities to build up their practical skills and apply their theoretical knowledge to solving practical prob...
  ENGMP211	Materials 1	15.0	22A (Hamilton)
  This paper will provide a foundation for understanding the relationship between material structure, processing and behaviour to support engineering of materials and engineering with materials.

• 300 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  DSIGN350	Design Internship	15.0	22A (Hamilton) & 22X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China)
  This paper will induct the design student into the professional environment where the student applies design skills, research methodology and production skills to allocated projects or industry placement.
  DSIGN360	Capstone Project	15.0	22B (Hamilton) & 22X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China)
  In this paper students plan, develop and execute a small scale design project with relative independence alongside the guidance of a supervisor.
  DSIGN381	Industrial Design Studio 2	15.0	22A (Hamilton)
  This paper presents the students with the challenge of designing different types of complex industrially manufactured projects. The students are challenged to experiment beyond their previously acquired knowledge, designing and prototyping for manufacturing in large scale.
  DSIGN382	Industrial Design Studio 3	15.0	22B (Hamilton)
  This paper presents the students with the challenge of designing different type of systems of industrially manufactured projects. The students are challenged to experiment beyond their previously acquired knowledge, designing and prototyping for manufacturing in a large scale of systems of products.
  DSIGN390	Directed Study	15.0	22A (Hamilton), 22B (Hamilton), 22X (Hamilton) & 22X (Online)
  A directed study involving the design, implementation and testing of the solution to a creative industies problem and production of a formal report.
  DSIGN397	Work Integrated Learning Directed Study	15.0	22A (Hamilton), 22B (Hamilton) & 22X (Hamilton)
  A directed study undertaken in collaboration with an industry partner involving the development of a design project and the production of a formal report.
  DSIGN398	Work Integrated Learning Directed Study	30.0	22A (Hamilton), 22B (Hamilton) & 22X (Hamilton)
  A directed study undertaken in collaboration with an industry partner involving the development of a design project and the production of a formal report.
  ENGME380	Design and Manufacturing 2	15.0	22B (Hamilton)
  This paper uses problem and project based learning methods to help students gain knowledge and skills in design and manufacturing. Students will be taught how to apply dirty prototyping to a design project, and use modern manufacturing methods to design and produce a complex machine.