Planning methodology
We plan and control - consciously or unconsciously - our design process. The course shows what possibilities exist to organise your own design process effectively and…
Ecology
Orientation in the current sustainability discourse, explicit reflection on the important role of industrial design in this context. Overview of the diverse concepts of sustainability and…
Law
Overview of industrial property rights such as patents and utility models, trade marks and design protection. Together with copyright law, they can offer far-reaching protection for creative…
Technology and Computer-Aided Design
(CAD)
Students learn the basics of designing 3-dimensional objects with the help of software in courses that build on each other. The aim is to develop the…
Three-dimensional representation techniques/model making
Students acquire a design-specific basic knowledge of 3-dimensional elaboration and realisation of design concepts. Sensitisation with…
Material and production technology (MFT)
Basis and overview of materials and processing technologies the range of traditional and new, sustainable materials Processing technologies (with a focus on…
Ergonomics (Human Factors)
Teaching knowledge about the anthropometric, physiological and psychological characteristics of humans, their abilities and limitations. Foundation course: familiarisation…
Aesthetic theory
Promoting an understanding of design practice in its broad cultural context. The theoretical examination also aims to understand the historical context of design movements, styles…
Economy
Communicating the complex system of entrepreneurial business models and the interrelationships between the very different and relevant players. Creating a business model canvas: Based on a…
Social psychology
Imparting in-depth knowledge of scientifically based psychological findings that are relevant in the context of industrial design in order to understand the experience and…