Introduction to Design

CHIBA. Tomoji
  Elective  2 credits
【Regional Economics・1st semester】
19-1-1807-4949

1.
Outline
This course introduces students the basic knowledge and manners in order to understand what the design is.
First, they will learn the words and the background they should know in the field of broad fine arts and design, and develop professional understanding of design concepts, theories, and events.
In this class, students acquire knowledge and attitudes for the diploma policy.
This subject is related to 1, 3, and 4 of your study goals.
2.
Objectives
You can acquire
- expert knowledge on design concepts, theories, events, tradition, and the latest aesthetics.
- the ability to understand culture of Japan and other countries.
3.
Grading Policy
Evaluation on every small report 30% 
Final Report rating 70% 
The results are evaluated based on the above.
4.
Textbook and Reference
Materials for each lecture will be distributed.
Various video materials in conjunction with the lecture contents (PowerPoint, DVD)
5.
Requirements (Assignments)
Preparation: Please examine the term and the case that specified to you from the content of the next lecture before coming to the class.
(30 minutes)
Review: Please submit your thoughts and opinions about the content of each lecture in the next lecture.
(30 minutes)
6.
Note
The small reports to be submitted every time to confirm your preparation for the lesson and your understanding of the contents explained in the lecture. For the related matters, it is important to search information and give your own opinion in your own words.
7.
Schedule
1. Guidance and introduction, overall image of the design area, the situation that the design is in now, what the design is, the relationship with the society.
2. The historical flow of design and the spread in the area, the modern history of design.
3. Japanese culture, tradition and design (Japanese picture scrolls "Emakimono" and animation)
4. Art and Design 1 - contemporary expression and design (DaVinci, Kazuhiko Hachiya, etc.)
5. Art and Design 2 - contemporary expression and design (contemporary art, Basquiat, etc.)
6. Mode, Vogue, fashion Design (Vivienne Westwood, etc.)
7. Character and design, typography
8. Editorial and Design (Steidel's book making)
9. Illustration and Design
10. Product design (from Morris to Neo-craftism, conceptual design)
11. Photo, visual expression 1 (Lumière)
12. Photo, visual expression 2 (art animation etc.)
13. Community and Design: Examples of industry-academia collaboration, community revitalization, art Festival
14. Design thinking, design and technology, digital design today
15. Summary, Design and art in the future
1.
Outline
This course introduces students the basic knowledge and manners in order to understand what the design is.
First, they will learn the words and the background they should know in the field of broad fine arts and design, and develop professional understanding of design concepts, theories, and events.
In this class, students acquire knowledge and attitudes for the diploma policy.
This subject is related to 1, 3, and 4 of your study goals.
2.
Objectives
You can acquire
- expert knowledge on design concepts, theories, events, tradition, and the latest aesthetics.
- the ability to understand culture of Japan and other countries.
3.
Grading Policy
Evaluation on every small report 30% 
Final Report rating 70% 
The results are evaluated based on the above.
4.
Textbook and Reference
Materials for each lecture will be distributed.
Various video materials in conjunction with the lecture contents (PowerPoint, DVD)
5.
Requirements (Assignments)
Preparation: Please examine the term and the case that specified to you from the content of the next lecture before coming to the class.
(30 minutes)
Review: Please submit your thoughts and opinions about the content of each lecture in the next lecture.
(30 minutes)
6.
Note
The small reports to be submitted every time to confirm your preparation for the lesson and your understanding of the contents explained in the lecture. For the related matters, it is important to search information and give your own opinion in your own words.
7.
Schedule
1. Guidance and introduction, overall image of the design area, the situation that the design is in now, what the design is, the relationship with the society.
2. The historical flow of design and the spread in the area, the modern history of design.
3. Japanese culture, tradition and design (Japanese picture scrolls "Emakimono" and animation)
4. Art and Design 1 - contemporary expression and design (DaVinci, Kazuhiko Hachiya, etc.)
5. Art and Design 2 - contemporary expression and design (contemporary art, Basquiat, etc.)
6. Mode, Vogue, fashion Design (Vivienne Westwood, etc.)
7. Character and design, typography
8. Editorial and Design (Steidel's book making)
9. Illustration and Design
10. Product design (from Morris to Neo-craftism, conceptual design)
11. Photo, visual expression 1 (Lumière)
12. Photo, visual expression 2 (art animation etc.)
13. Community and Design: Examples of industry-academia collaboration, community revitalization, art Festival
14. Design thinking, design and technology, digital design today
15. Summary, Design and art in the future