IDN3002 Industrial design studio 5
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
IDN3002 Industrial design studio 5 is a level 3, 12-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It needs DGN3000 or IDN3001 and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 1 task
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before IDN3002
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After IDN3002
1 unit list IDN3002 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
You must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Design (F2010) or a Design double degree.
Overview
In this final studio unit, you will build on the skills and knowledge gained throughout your degree to develop a unique project within specific thematic areas and studio streams, demonstrating high competency and self-directed work. This project prepares you for professional practice or further studies by showcasing advanced research skills and addressing complex issues within the evolving landscape of industrial design.
You will balance contemporary environmental, societal, and cultural concerns while independently refining methods to initiate, manage, document, and communicate your work. This unit challenges you to think critically and creatively about a market, ecological, or societal need, pushing the boundaries of your expertise and demonstrating how your proposed product, service, or system can drive meaningful change.
The semester’s project work will be documented in a process journal, with final design proposals presented as refined digital and/or physical models that clearly demonstrate a human-centred approach and ethical considerations
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Assessment
- Single projectProject100%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate mastery of key design tools, methods, and theoretical frameworks necessary to address the complexities of the chosen topic and of contemporary industrial design practice;
- 2
Apply advanced critical thinking and creative problem-solving techniques to develop innovative solutions for wicked or complex real-world issues;
- 3
Synthesise interdisciplinary knowledge, incorporating principles of sustainability, ethics, and social responsibility into the design process to create impactful solutions;
- 4
Reflect on your personal growth as a designer, and enhance collaborative skills by designing with, not for, others and understanding the social impact of your design decisions;
- 5
Cultivate a passion for addressing environmental and societal challenges through design, and demonstrate a commitment to creating solutions that contribute to positive change;
- 6
Develop self-directed learning strategies by continuously refining your design approach, adapting to feedback, and engaging in independent research to stay current in the evolving field of industrial design.
Workload and teaching
- Studio activities72 hours
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachWork-integrated learning
- Teaching approachResearch activities
- Teaching approachOnline learning
24 hours per week including 6 contact hours plus 18 hours of independent study.
This studio unit requires you to undertake thematic design projects through studio-based learning. These projects are grounded in work-integrated learning and guided research through collaboration with external industry partners, research partners and/or partners from other disciplines.
The primary mode of content delivery is through workshops and studio activities. In conjunction with peer and expert feedback. Supported by online learning though a blended delivery.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Giorgia Pisano
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Amy Killen
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for IDN3002?
You need DGN3000 or IDN3001 before you enrol; and OHS1000 before or alongside it. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after IDN3002?
IDN3002 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ADA3012.
When is IDN3002 offered?
In 2026, IDN3002 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
Does IDN3002 have an exam?
No. IDN3002 has 1 assessment task and no exam.