DFAB 101 Introduction Digital Design and Fabrication. This course will cover the basic history and techniques of digital fabrication, including an introduction to design and design methods.
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 1 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 15 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 15 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe applications of digital design and fabrication
- Arrive at effective design solutions through peer collaboration
- Explain the design process
Teaching and Learning Approach
A combination of theory-based lecture, context-based demonstration, hands-on
participation and collaborative design and fabrication.Learning Resources
NoneDetailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Program overview Industry insights Introduction to digital fabrication History of manufacturing Current technology and research Advantages Disadvantages Future of digital fabricationAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Research Assignment | 1 | 50% |
| Design Challenge | 2,3 | 50% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.