CSDI-N123 - Introduction to Design Thinking
Course Description
Design thinking is a problem-solving process that focuses on empathy, listening, collaboration, observation, critical analysis, and experimentation to drive innovation. Design thinking can be applied to a wide range of fields from product design to urban planning. This studio/seminar introduces students to design thinking. Students will work collaboratively to explore real world problems through stages of the design process such as inspiration, ideation, and implementation. Topics include visualization, mapping, storytelling, prototyping, and testing. Students are required to provide their own laptops with Adobe Creative Cloud design software, writing materials, and sticky notes to complete the in-class assignments. Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator is recommended.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will have:
- Students will learn various forms of the collaborative design process
- Students will learn how to visualize their ideas through mapping, storytelling, prototyping and testing
- Students will gain the skills needed to foster and drive innovation
- Students will learn how design can be used as a tool to tackle and address real world problems
Learn More About Design Thinking
We asked our instructor, Christina White some questions.
What is design thinking?
Design thinking is a problem-solving process that focuses on empathy, listening, collaboration, observation, critical analysis, and experimentation to drive innovation.
How is design thinking applied? And who uses design thinking?
Design thinking can be applied to a wide range of fields from product design to urban planning. It’s a process and methodology that has been championed by studios and agencies such as: IDEO, Deloitte, Frog, Apple, and many, many more!
What do you cover in the Introduction to Design Thinking course?
The Continuing Studies design thinking course is a studio/seminar-based environment where students will work to explore real world problems through stages of the design thinking process such as: inspiration, discovery and empathizing, ideation, and implementation. Topics include visualization, design research, mapping, storytelling, prototyping, iteration, and user testing and analytics.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Art and Design Studio Skills Certificate : Qualifying Courses
- Business Skills for Creative Professionals Certificate : Qualifying Courses
- Digital Media Skills Certificate : Qualifying Courses