Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Industrial Design Degree

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Visual Communication

Accurately communicate intended forms, colors, materials, and finishes in drawings
Produce orthographic drawings matching perspective drawings, or vice versa
Produce 3-D models/forms accurate to 2-D artwork/plans to be accurate to one another
Complete models and visualization with craftsmanship, application of colors, materials, and finishes appropriate to the project
Design Skills

Conduct research and analysis for execution of the design project
Generate a variety of creative and original design ideas that visually communicate the development processes used to address and solve stated problems
Develop 3-D models reflecting design intentions and to evaluate design qualities
Exhibit understanding in basic manufacturing and considerations for mass-productions
Exhibit considerations for sustainability
Professional Readiness

Produce a professional portfolio appropriate for seeking employment within the industry
Demonstrate graphic sensitivity in portfolio design
Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes

BFA Industrial Design Degree Requirements

Minimum grade of C- in all core courses, major courses, and LA 107 Writing for the Multilingual Artist or 108 Composition for the Artist
Minimum 2.0 GPA and the following general education requirements:
1 Written Communication: Composition
1 Written Communication: Critical Thinking
1 Written Communication: Context & Style
2 Art Historical Awareness: Western Art
2 Art Historical Awareness: Surveys
1 Historical Awareness
1 Quantitative Literacy
1 Cultural Ideas & Influences
1 Employment Communications & Practices