Associate of Arts - Industrial Design

The School of Industrial Design's AA program affords students the opportunity to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of physical design. Graduates with an Associate of Arts degree are prepared for a seamless transition into the BFA program.

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Design Process and Storytelling

• Summarize the acquired information and analysis to set relevant design objective(s) and design criteria
• Visually communicate a variety of design ideas that address the set design objectives and criteria
• Visually communicate development processes of unique and appropriate forms to meet the design objectives
• Develop 3-D models reflecting design intentions and to evaluate design qualities
• Communicate the design decision-making process, evaluating the ideas through the set design criteria
• Exhibit consideration for mass-productions
• Exhibit consideration for sustainability and human factors

Visual Communication

• Accurately communicate intended forms, proportions, dimensions, and packaging information in drawings
• Produce cohesive appearances between 2-D (drawings) and 3-D (models)
• Complete models and visualization with craftsmanship and application of colors appropriate to the project

Professional Readiness

• Produce a professional portfolio appropriate for seeking an entry level supportive role within the industry
• Demonstrate consideration for graphic layouts in portfolio pages

*Note App Fee Waiver in effect for ApplyBoard to reduce the application fee to $50*