Overall objectives:

1 - Generate knowledge through the development of a workshop project.
2 - Develop knowledge about creating and building for design in the context of a workshop.
3 - Explore tools of creating and crafting through materials and technologies.
4 - Explore the connections between engineering and design through informatics and interactive technologies.
5 - Develop competencies to identify design opportunities for production.
6 - Develop a prototype.

Syllabus:

1 - The design and the materials.
2 - Selecting appropriate equipment and technology processes.
3 - Creating in a workshop: cutting, bending, molding, assembling, and painting.
4 - Industry 4.0.
5 - Rapid prototyping.

Literature/Sources:

Alesina, I., & Lupton, E. , 2010 , Exploring materials: creative design for everyday objects. , Architectural Press
Ashby, M. F., & Johnson, K. , 2010 , Materials and design: the art and science of material selection in product design (2ª ed.). , Butterworth-Heinemann
Anderson, C. , 2012 , Makers - The New Industrial Revolution. , Crown Business
Guidot, R. , 2006 , Industrial design techniques and materials. , Flammarion
Hudson, J. , 2008 , Process 50 product designs from concept to manufacture , Laurence king publishing

Assesssment methods and criteria:

Classification Type: Quantitativa (0-20)

Evaluation Methodology:
This CU adopts the Evaluation Model C. The discipline will consist of 2 main evaluation components: continuous evaluation (20%) and prototyping project practical (80%). The evaluation of the project practice (80%) is subdivided into parts (maximum 3) corresponding to the project phases and according to the University of Madeira Learning Evaluation Regulation. This CU being more practical in nature, students are expected to regularly apply laboratory to ols and techniques and evidence this application through development of their design projects. During the diverse phases of the project development, students are expected to present constant progress and demonstrate autonomy. The students will be judged on visual perception, drawing, composition, modeling, and communication skills.