CSDS 101 SU01: Innovations in Design

ECIAD
SectionSU01
TermSummer 2026
StatusA
DatesJul 7, 2026 – Aug 11, 2026
LocationIn Person
Meetings
  • Tue 6:30pm–9:30pm — MAIN B3155
InstructorAlex Aranda
Description (ECIAD)How can understanding design's past better prepare us for its future? New technological and social practices are changing the landscape of design, offering new possibilities and challenges for designers to work through. By reflecting on where we have been, we become better situated in our current conditions and more prepared to face future dilemmas. This course is for emerging designers interested in gaining greater insight and context into the diverse fields of industrial, communication, and interaction design. You will have opportunities to reflect on the history of design and its impact on today's world, as well as imagining the possible futures of design. Through presentations, class workshops and research projects, you will learn about methods and technologies used within the practice of design and gain confidence in understanding what roles designers will need to take to help shape our futures.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to source and purchase your supplies before your first class.

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Price(s)DMRE: $419.18
CSDB
CS TitleInnovations in Design
CS DescriptionThis course is for emerging designers interested in gaining greater insight into the diverse fields of industrial, communication and interaction design.
Prior LearningNo prior learning required.
Legacy InfoPreviously CESE 103 New Topics in Contemporary Design
Course Hours18
Hours per Class3
Course TypeAdult
Max Students20
Classroom TypeSeminar Classroom
Material ListMaterials and Software
StatusActive
Roll Out TermSU23
Flexible Learning PathwayVisual Communication Design, UX/UI, 3D Design, Flexible Elective - All Pathways
Microcredential ProgramCreative Tech
Microcertificate ProgramN/A
National ID50.0401 Design and visual communications, general
AR CodeCSDA
Unit Code285200
Unit NameDesign Arts
Position Code4519
Area of StudyDesign Arts
DisciplineCore Skills
LevelIntroductory
Age19 years +
Skills BadgeDesign