Instructor: Jesse Colin Jackson

Time: Tuesday and Thursdays, 1:00PM–3:20PM

1Place: CAC 3006

Office Hours: By Appointment

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Special Topics in Basic Media will introduce students to the fundamentals of designing and fabricating artworks, products, and other artifacts using three-dimensional computer modeling and associated manufacturing technologies. Students will become familiar with the computer-aided design (CAD) operations required to generate simple three-dimensional computer models and output basic two-dimensional representations of these models. These virtual artifacts will be then translated into prototypes and finished objects using computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) processes (e.g. laser cutting, additive manufacturing including 3D printing, and computer numeric control machining) as well as conventional fabrication processes. Students will begin to understand some of the advantages and limitations of CAD/CAM technologies, and will begin to consider the implications these technologies have on the future of creative practice.

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GRADING

This is an experimental course that combines a software workshop with problem-based learning opportunities.

Project Zero: 5%

Project One: 30%

Project Two, 40%

Participation: 25%

Specific evaluation criteria for each of the above will be provided on the course website.