PRDS 385/386 - Methods And Materials I/II

Institution:

Otis College of Art and Design

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Description:

These courses are divided into two sections each related to the corresponding Design Studio areas of hard-goods design and soft-goods design. In the hard-goods course emphasis is placed on a basic understanding of mechanisms and the relationship between internal components, structure and form, and the means by which multiple parts (including digital technology) are integrated in the final product. Consideration is given to the relationship between design solutions and issues related to manufacturing feasibility, product cost, product performance, utility, sustainability and marketability. In the soft-goods course the focus on introducing the basics of sewing, pattern drafting, draping and other topics related to fashion trends, color, materials, processes and practices related to non-durable goods. Through lectures, field trips, and workshops, students comprehensively explore the characteristics, properties, and appropriate uses of materials for the mass production in both of these two broad areas of products. Students are required to take one semester of each studio. Co-requisites: PRDS300/301 Design Studio III/IV

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2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.otis.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 527-6847

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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