Minor Program in Industrial Design
Head of Department: Prof.Dr. GÜLAY FATMA HASDOĞAN
Web address: http://www.id.metu.edu.tr/
Minor Program in Product Design
Industrial Design Department’s minor program introduces students to design concepts and explores the impact of design on cultural values and industry. The program includes the act of valuation as a tool for decision making and human-product interaction. The aim is to introduce the concepts of design thinking within the context of competition and technological developments. Particular attention is paid to how design can benefit an organization and its effects on overall strategic plan. Product development is considered from perspectives of methodology, creativity, strategic planning, and human-centered design.
Compulsory Courses
| Course Code | Course Name | METU Credit | Contact (h/w) | Lab (h/w) | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ID121 | INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL DESIGN | 3 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 5.0 |
| ID451 | PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE | 3 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 5.0 |
| ID480 | DESIGN MANAGEMENT | 3 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 5.0 |
| Any 1 of the following set | |||||
| ID201 | INDUSTRIAL DESIGN I | 8 | 4.00 | 8.00 | 10.0 |
| ID202 | INDUSTRIAL DESIGN II | 8 | 4.00 | 8.00 | 10.0 |
| ID221 | HISTORY OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN I | 3 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 4.0 |
| ID222 | HISTORY OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN II | 3 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 4.0 |
Total minimum credit (ECTS): 20.00
h/w: hours per week