Learn the fundamentals of design across various domains. Master the design process from problem identification to prototype creation and refinement.
Learn the fundamentals of design across various domains. Master the design process from problem identification to prototype creation and refinement.
This comprehensive course explores the principles and practices of design across multiple disciplines, including architecture, graphics, services, apparel, and products. Students learn the fundamental design process: define, explore, select, and refine. The curriculum covers identifying user needs, concept generation, prototype development, and aesthetic refinement. Through weekly design challenges, participants apply theoretical concepts to solve real-world problems. The course emphasizes hands-on learning, with students creating their own design projects from initial concept to final prototype. Peer reviews provide valuable feedback throughout the design process. Suitable for both novices and those with prior design experience, this course aims to enhance creative problem-solving skills and design thinking abilities.
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What you'll learn
Understand and apply the fundamental design process: define, explore, select, and refine
Identify user needs and translate them into design requirements
Generate and evaluate multiple design concepts
Develop drawing skills for effective design communication
Create and test prototypes to validate design concepts
Apply aesthetic principles to enhance design appeal
Skills you'll gain
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the design process, covering the creation of artifacts across various domains. It guides students through the entire design journey, from identifying user needs to developing and refining prototypes. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, with weekly design challenges that allow students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world problems. Key topics include user needs analysis, concept generation, prototype development, and aesthetic refinement. The course structure encourages peer learning and feedback, enhancing the collaborative aspect of design. By the end of the course, participants will have completed a design project from concept to final prototype, gaining hands-on experience in all stages of the design process.
Introduction to Design
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Customer Needs and Drawing Solutions
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Design Concepts
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Concept Selection and Prototyping
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
Aesthetics
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Final Project Submission
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Karl T. Ulrich, Vice Dean of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania
Karl T. Ulrich is the Vice Dean of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a Professor of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship, and product development, and he has co-authored influential texts such as Product Design and Development and Innovation Tournaments. Ulrich has received numerous teaching awards for his contributions to education, including the Anvil Award and the Excellence in Teaching Award at Wharton. He co-founded the Weiss Tech House and the Integrated Product Design Program at Penn, fostering innovation in the university community. With 24 patents to his name, he has led innovation efforts across various industries, including medical devices and consumer products. His courses on Coursera include Entrepreneurship: Developing the Opportunity and Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society, aimed at equipping students with essential skills for success in entrepreneurial ventures. Ulrich holds bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in mechanical engineering from MIT.
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