http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/modules/t218
<div><p>You'll have access to a module website, which includes:</p><ul><li>a week-by-week study planner</li><li>course-specific module materials</li><li>audio and video content</li><li>assessment details and submission section</li><li>online tutorial access</li><li>access to OpenDesignStudio (a platform for sharing your work and exchanging comments with other students)</li><li>software downloads.</li></ul><p>You'll also receive three printed books, a modelling workbook and a paper pack.</p></div>
<div><ul><li>A digital camera or phone camera to take and upload photos of your work.</li><li>Access to a printer to print out your work and other materials.</li></ul><p>Although not essential, you might also find it desirable to have access to the following:</p><ul><li>A scanner or scanning app to put hand-drawn sketches onto your computer.</li><li>A video camera.</li></ul><p>A computing device with a browser and broadband internet access is required for this module. Any modern browser will be suitable for most computer activities. Functionality may be limited on mobile devices.</p><p>Any additional software will be provided, or is generally freely available. However, some activities may have more specific requirements. For this reason, you will need to be able to install and run additional software on a device that meets the requirements below.</p><ul><li>A desktop or laptop computer with an up-to-date version of Windows</li><li>The screen must have a resolution of at least 1024 pixels horizontally and 768 pixels vertically.</li></ul><p>To join in the spoken conversation in our online rooms we recommend a headset (headphones or earphones with an integrated microphone).</p><p>Our<a>Skills for OU study</a>website has further information including computing skills for study, computer security, acquiring a computer and Microsoft software offers for students.</p></div>
The Open University is the worlds leading provider of flexible, high quality distance learning.
Unlike other universities we are not campus based. You will study in a flexible way that works for you whether youre at home, at work or on the move.As an OU student you'll be supported throughout your studies your tutor or study adviser will guide and advise you, offer detailed feedback on your assignments, and help with any study issues.
Tuition might be in face-to-face groups, via online tutorials, or by phone.
Explore the three phases of product design ? research, planning and development ? through online practical activities to gain the skills and knowledge required by the engineering designer.
T218
Design for engineers
<div><p>People encounter designed products every day: chairs, buildings, medicines, appliances, clothes, vehicles, robots and much else ? just look around you. Design is central to the creation of all these products. Designers and engineers often work closely in teams to translate ideas into useful and required products. Knowledge of the design process is essential for successful engineering. The module combines academic study with practical work online and offline and aims to introduce you to the essential skills, knowledge and practices of design.</p></div>
http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/modules/t218
T218