Engineering Design

Course summary

Throughout this course there is a strong emphasis on innovation and creativity via an iterative design approach. You are encouraged to experiment both visually and practically. Engineering Design is focused towards electronics and engineered products and systems in respect of materials and components and their selection and uses in products/systems, as well as wider issues affecting design decisions. Materials, components and systems are studied from the perspective of analysing modern engineered products. You will gain practical experience of using materials, components and systems through applied practical activities set within realistic design scenarios. The skills gained from studying Engineering Design include (among others), System Design, visual communication skills developed via sketching and CAD (computer aided design) as well as colour development via marker pen rendering; ICT and CAD/CAM are also developed to a high standard with the use of 2D Design and Fusion360 CAD packages; 3D modelling is also a key element and you will have the opportunity to develop modelling skills via Styrofoam sculpting, Laser cutting and 3D printing.