Certificate In Industrial Design

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
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual knowledge.
Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skills relevant to their field.
Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
Evaluate work in their field, including their own work, using professional terminology.

Industrial Design Certificate Requirements

Minimum 2.0 GPA
Minimum grade of C- in all core courses and major courses and the following requirement:
2 Art Historical Awareness