Experience Prototyping (H7111)
Experience Prototyping
Module H7111
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
Prototyping is a key activity in the design process, which informs both the process and design decisions. This is a hands-on module on how to make prototypes, starting with the basics of card/foam/paper and moving through different levels to 3D printing. It enables design students to gain a first-hand appreciation of active engagement with developing prototypes. This illustrates the value of prototypes in three critical design activities: understanding materials, exploring design ideas and in communicating design concepts. This module will also ensure correct methods are utilised and understood as far as health and safety is concerned.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of different materials and the ability to plan and source relevant materials and technologies for the creation of models and prototypes.
Demonstrate the ability to use prototyping to create, explore, illustrate and develop a design idea
Demonstrate practical modelling and presentation skills to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Demonstrate how to use prototyping as not only a tool for creativity but for communication, reflection and dialogue.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Portfolio | A2 Week 2 | 50.00% |
| Presentation | T2 Week 11 (10 minutes) | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 3 hours | 10101010000 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 3 hours | 01010101111 |
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