IDES 1121 - Critical Thinking and Programming
4 Credits
This course introduces students to the critical thinking skills used in the design process of interior spaces. Cultural anthropology, anthropometrics, universal design, and ergonomics will be studied. Students will synthesize these factors to generated strategic layouts for interior environments. The initial phases of the design process - programming (gathering project information) and schematic design (develop preliminary concepts) will be explored.
Learning Outcomes
Define and generate bubble diagrams and block diagrams based on program analysis and client consultation and assessment. Examine and implement ADA, universal design, and SAFE (simple, appropriate, functional, and economical) design. Research and identify different types of human anthropometrics, territoriality, and personal space in different environments and cultures. Identify human factor requirements, circulation, and specialty consultants for different types of projects.
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