AMFG 1000 - Introduction to Prototype Design

4.5 Credits

Students explore the fundamentals of prototype design. Students learn the three integrated concepts of design thinking, business acumen, and low-volume production to ideate, prototype, and manufacture a human-centered product. A comparison of careers and occupations that require prototyping skills is also explored.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Solve prototype design challenges using design thinking.
Apply concepts of iterative design to the prototyping process.
Use sketching techniques to create prototypes.
Use graphic design software to create prototypes.
Use equipment, tools, and material to produce prototypes.
Use the process of low-volume manufacturing to produce products.
Identify ways prototyping contributes to an organization’s business initiatives.
Evaluate prototyping careers in business and industry.

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