ETSC 385 - Product Design and Development

Description:
Methodology for the design and development of industrial and commercial products from conceptual stage to product introduction into the marketplace. Project based instructional structure. Three hours lecture per week. Formerly IET 385, students may not receive credit for both.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Explain and use the design, production, manufacturing, distribution organizational structure and functional relationships in the development or enhancement of a product.
Use the terminology and vernacular of design, production, manufacturing, distribution to convey the new or enhanced product criteria.
Develop a detailed design and development plan of a simple product utilizing recognized engineering procedures and practices.
Demonstrate competence in using engineering analytical methods in the development of a simple product.
Produce well documented product designs and analyses that are based on accepted industrial practices.
Research methods of design and production of sample products.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/29/2008