Product Design Summer Camp 2017

(03/07/17 – 14/07/17)

Programme Summary
During the last decades the global tendencies in Product Design are heading towards the understanding of the actual consumer needs and the creative incorporation of these requirements in the design of innovative products. For this reason, it is deemed necessary to adopt an integral approach to the development of new products, and more specifically a multidimensional strategy that considers entrepreneurial, mechanical, and design related skills and competences. The participants will have the chance to develop their knowledge and expertise in design, digital representation (Rhino 3D), packaging, as well as the use of cutting-edge machinery such as 3D printers and laser cutters for the production of artefacts of high specifications. The aforementioned specifications ought to combine functionality, economy, entrepreneurship and of course high aesthetic qualities. Considering the above requirements, an interdisciplinary team of academics and design professionals will offer lectures and project guidance transmitting their knowledge and experience in the ever-growing field of product design. The high level of teaching by internationally acclaimed academics and professionals, coupled with the technological infrastructure at the International Hellenic University of Thessaloniki guarantee the success of the programme and aspire to equip the participants with a valuable experience for their further development in the field.

The aim of this 2-week intensive Summer Camp is to make the participants better acquainted with aspects of Product Design by providing up-to-date knowledge and an overview of the latest developments in the field. In the course of the programme, the latest research on product design along with state-of-the-art CAD/CAE/CAM techniques coupled with a design-oriented approach, will be presented by senior academics and award winning designers who are experts in their relevant fields, combining theory and praxis in a hands-on approach.

Programme Topics & Structure

• Innovation Driven Entrepreneurship
• Product Development
• 3D modelling - 3D printing - Rendering
• Engineering - CAE tools – Reverse Engineering
• Product Identity - Branding – Packaging

The topics and structure is discussed in detail in the schedule

Working Hours

Dates: 03/07/17 – 14/07/17

Monday to Friday
17:00 - 21:00 Lectures
10:00 - 17:00 Group work sessions (optional)

Every theme will be discussed over two consecutive days

For the period of 2 weeks (Monday to Friday) 10 lectures will be offered (17.00-21.00 hrs). Total duration of lectures is 40 hours, plus a 30-hour workload of individual work on design projects and documentation. The computer lab and prototyping will be at the disposal of the students upon arrangement to complete their projects within the duration of the 2 weeks.

Lectures will be in English and will be held at the International Hellenic University, Thessaloniki, Greece.

Course Credits

A Certificate of Attendance will be provided at the end of the program to all participants who have fulfilled the course requirements. Students/graduates taking the course for credit at their home institutions will also have to deliver an oral presentation on the last day of the Summer Camp and a written documentation of all stages of the Product Design Summer Camp (in pdf format) in order to obtain 4 ECTS credits. Since degree requirements vary among universities, students/graduates are advised to ensure, preferably in advance, that their college or university will recognize such certification and award the suggested credits.

In order to receive the certificate, participants should attend at least 90% of the seminars, ie. they should not be absent for more than 4 hours. An absence rate of more than 10% of the course duration automatically leads to failing the course. In this case, no tuition fees are returned.

Subject Topics and Programme Structure

Content/Thematic Area

The central axis of the Life-long learning program and the courses to be taught are the following:

Product Design Summer Camp 2016 Video

You can get a preview of the programme by watching last year’s Product Design Summer Camp video.

Participation fees

The tuition fees for students are 190€ and for professionals 230€.

Accepted participants will be notified by e-mail and their place will be reserved upon payment of the tuition fee.

Participants will have to cover their own travel, accommodation and everyday expenses. The tuition fees cover the use of Computer Lab and Prototyping Lab during the Summer Camp duration, as well as some of the materials to be used for 3D printing and laser cutting.

Application Procedure

Product Design Summer Camp 2017 welcomes applicants from a wide range of educational backgrounds. Participants may be students and graduates of related disciplines (Product Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Engineering, Automation, Management, Economics, etc.). Applications from other professionals with an interest in Product Design will also be taken into consideration. Applicants should be fluent in the English language.

The course is open to a maximum of 30 participants whilst IHU reserves the right to postpone the Summer Camp for the following year, in case a minimum enrollment is not achieved by 23rd June 2017.

In order to apply, you need to:

• Complete the Online Form

Contact

Telephone: +30 2310 807521

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