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Industrial Design Intelligence: A Cognitive Approach to Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUnited StatesMAS.742
Free, no sign-up neededFall 2003English
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This class investigates cognitive science and technology as it is applied to the industrial design process. The class introduces prototyping techniques and approaches for objective evaluation as part of the design process. Students practice evaluating products with mechanical and electronic aspects. Evaluation processes are applied to creating functioning smart product prototypes. This is a project oriented subject that draws upon engineering, aesthetic, and creative skills.

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