The Associate of Science degree in Industrial Design (Industrial Design, AS) prepares students for entry-level positions in the field, related field, and/or transfer to a bachelor's degree program in a similar discipline. Students learn foundational skills in problem solving, concepting, iterative prototyping, and acquiring proficiency with the range of technology platforms. Through research and critical thinking, students apply such skills to address user experience, functionality/usability, and aesthetic form. Upon completion of the program, students possess an entry-level portfolio that facilitates their transition to internships, freelance or contract opportunities, or application to a bachelor's degree program at the university level. Graduates are prepared for potential employment as Model Makers, Visual Designers, or CAD modelers/drafters. With further academic advancement and completion of a bachelor's program, career opportunities include roles such as Product Designer, User Experience Designer, or Set/Exhibit Designer.
Major Core Requirements (38.5 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select one: ARTHC1200 ARTHC1200H | Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary - Honors | 3 units 3 units |
| ARTH001E | Design in Society | 3 units |
| ARTS031A | Beginning Drawing | 3.5 units |
| ENGR025 | Introduction to Materials | 3 units |
| GDES001 | Adobe Creative Apps for Graphic Design | 3 units |
| GDES020A | UX Design 1 | 4 units |
| IDES010 | Manufacturing Design I | 3 units |
| IDES020 | Manufacturing Design II | 3 units |
| IDES030 | Visualization 1 for Industrial Design | 3 units |
| IDES040 | Visualization 2 for Industrial Design | 3 units |
| IDES050 | SolidWorks for Industrial Design | 3 units |
| PHYS010 | Conceptual Introduction to Physics | 4 units |
Major Electives: Select one (3-3.5 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS033C | Color Design | 3.5 units |
| GDES009 | Introduction to Typography | 3 units |
| IDES060 | Packaging Design | 3 units |
| INTD020 | Color Theory and Application | 3 units |
Total Major Units: 41.5-42 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Completion of WVC or Cal-GETC General Education patterns. Students whose goal is to obtain a bachelor’s degree should complete the Cal-GETC General Education pattern.
- Complete additional degree-applicable units to meet the minimum 60-unit Associate Degree requirements.