Product Design

The course can be taken as a single subject for students that are taking the Master's Degree Programme - Engineering Design.

Students outside Master's Degree Programme - Engineering Design will need to be approved by the head of study of the Master's Degree Programme - Engineering Design.

The course covers topics such as: design process, design methods, design methodology, user function and user interface with emphasis on design methods such as creative techniques so that in a systematic way to design or redesign products. Various evaluation methods for selecting the best option when it comes to product design will be reviewed. A systematic process for selecting the right manufacturing process for different products are being reviewed. A model of the product will be created during the project. In parts of the course, students work with an independent project. Students will learn a systematic design process, and a report will be made on the basis of such a design process by designing / redesigning a specific product. The product must also be modelled in a 3D modelling tool (CAD program). In addition the student will create the product on rapid prototyping machine/ 3D printer. The assignment of the course should therefore be documented by a report as well as computer-based 3D models and real model of the proposed product (s) such as a 3D-printed model. A live presentation of the learning outcome in the course will be part of the evaluation. For more information, see Canvas.

A relevant undergraduate Bachelor degree in mechanics, materials, structural, modelling or equivalent.

In addition, the following requirements must be met:

- minimum 25 credits in mathematics (equivalent to Mathematical Methods 1, 2 og 3), 5 credits in statistics and 7,5 ects i physics on a higher level is required.

Application code: 9371

The course will give the students an introduction to design methods within the segments product design and engineering. Students will be able to carry out a systematic design process by the end of the course. In addition, the course will give students an insight to engineering design, regarding design, ergonomics, materials, analysis and systematic methods in the design process. The students will be able to redesign, and make prototype of a product or component.

Knowledge and understanding:

After completing the course, the candidate:

• has some knowledge of different theories and methods in the field of engineering design (K2)
• can apply knowledge to new areas within the academic field of materials, systematic design process, creativity methods and engineering design (K3)

Skills:

After completing the course, the candidate:

• can analyze and deal critically with various sources of information and use them to structure and formulate scholarly arguments (S1)
• can carry out an independent, limited research or development project under supervision and in accordance with applicable norms for research ethics (S4)

General competence:

After completing the course, the candidate:

• can apply the knowledge and skills within engineering design in some new areas in order to carry out advanced assignments and projects (GC2)
• can communicate extensive independent work and masters language and some terminology of the academic field of engineering design (GC3)
• can contribute to new thinking and innovation processes (GC5)

If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:

• STE6241 Product Design 10 ects

Language of instruction and examination

Teaching and Examination Language:

Lecturing language is set to Norwegian unless international students are participating (Provided the presence of English speaking students, English will be chosen). .

The project report can be written in either Norwegian or English. Oral presentation can be in Norwegian or English.

Schedule

This course is open to incoming exchange students.

Study Level: Master's

This course has admission prerequisites, which are listed under the Admission requirements section. Please review this information carefully before adding the course to your Learning Agreement.

For details on how to apply for exchange, course selection guidelines, or to contact the Incoming Admissions Team, please visit: Admissions for Student Exchange.

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