http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Sat, 18 May 2013 19:37:18 PDT Sat, 18 May 2013 19:37:18 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=736821 Advanced graphic design tools have become accessible to nearly everybody, as computerized pagination programs such as InDesign can offer the power of of the professional on any home computer. But easy access to software doesn't necessarily guarantee compelling designs. This class covers basic principles of graphic design for print. Included are readings, videos, illustrations, exercises, and self-guided tutorials for both InDesign and Photoshop. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=620160 CAD, or computer-aided design, is a powerful modeling tool that technical professionals use. This course will introduce the student to the process of modeling 2- and 3-D objects with computer-aided design; the student will learn the basics of drafting by hand as well. This free course may be completed online at any time. See course site for detailed overview and learning outcomes. (Mechanical Engineering 104) http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=591504 Teaches creative design based on the scientific method through the design, engineering, and manufacture of a detailed inlaid tile. This is an introductory lecture/studio course designed to teach students the basic principles of design and expose them to the design process. Throughout the course, students will be introduced to the terminology and concepts that underlie all forms of visual art; which--in many ways--forms the basis for the design of all physical objects. Along with learning mechanical skills, thinking both critically and visually, and working with different media, the students will consider how the arts grow out of and respond to particular cultural contexts and ideas; and how these thinking patterns can be applied to virtually all types of design. Presentations, lectures, demonstrations, discussions and various artistic works will be used to show students how other artists and designers have dealt with the same issues they will be facing in lab. Each class will begin with a critique of the students' homework, followed by a discussion (and presentation when appropriate) of the pertinent issues of that week. All aspects of the course will aid the teams of students in designing and building a major inlaid tile whose elements are designed as digital solid models and manufactured on an abrasive waterjet machining center. The course will conclude with an exhibit of the completed tiles open to the MIT and the Greater-Boston public. Enrollment is limited to 16 students who will be divided into groups of 4 students each. Preference will be given to students who attend the first day of class in a pre-selected team of 4. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=620169 This course involves the stages, principles, and requisites of product design, and incorporates skills acquired in lower-level engineering courses. This course discusses, among other topics, project management using Gantt charts and other time management tools, various design codes and standards that engineers should be aware of while designing, including acceptable drawing standards, safety requirements, regulations, and so forth. This free course may be completed online at any time. See course site for detailed overview and learning outcomes. (Mechanical Engineering 403)