Society and industry are seeking "engineers with design sensitivity". This talent should be able to create products that balance functionality and design, incorporating a variety of perspectives. At its root, the question is "how to give form to universal and versatile ways of thinking (concepts)". In this workshop, students start with one topic and experience the design process through building a concept through discussion, creating a simple molding design, and giving a presentation. Together with students from Musashino Art University, students are expected to discover normally overlooked aspects of "ideas taking form" such as the various possibilities, discoveries, and the importance of trial and error.

Instructors
Masahiko FURUTA(MAU)
Kyotaro HAKAMADA(MAU)
Kayoko NOHARA

Course number/Credits
GEG.P501 / 2 credits

Course schedule

Class 1 July 21（Fri） @Ookayama 17:00-18:00
Introduction

Class 2 July 25（Tue） @Roppongi 15:00-19:00
Brainstorming

Class 3 July 26 (Wed) @Roppongi 15:00-19:00
Transfer from theme to concept

Class 4 July 27（Thu） @Ookayama 15:00-19:00
Share a clear idea about the concept

Class 5 July 28（Fri） @ Ookayama 15:00-19:00
Complete the design production

Class 6 July 29 (Sat) @ Ookayama 16:00-20:00
Presentation, discussion and evaluation from external guests