Introduction to Figma is is a decal at Berkeley in which individuals will learn the mechanics of Figma, basic design theory, and unconventional ways to apply the skills in many interdisclipinary ways. Figma is a powerful tool used by many designers for an infinite amount of projects, and this course is […]

Visual Communication and Sketching is a course by the Jacobs Institute of Design, taught by Justin Evan Rheinfrank. This course is project-based and students learn how to understand the basics of visual design, effectively sketch, and tell compelling stories through visual design.

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In today’s world, innovations require weaving together the knowledge, theories and skills of different disciplines. This Certificate introduces design as the creative and critical means to innovate — to define, to imagine, and to advance a globally just future.

The Berkeley Certificate in Design Innovation assumes that […]

Augmenting Human Dexterity is a mechanical engineering class taught by Professor Hannah Stuart, who we highlighted as our team connection last week. The course aims to help students develop “a fundamental understanding of the state-of-the-art, design processes and product realization.” There will be opportunities for hands-on experience in designing prostheses and […]

This is a course offered by UC Berkeley’s Integrative Biology department. It addressed an analysis of the patterns and processes of organic evolution. History and philosophy of evolutionary thought; the different lines of evidence and fields of inquiry that bear on the understanding of evolution. The major features and processes of […]

The Human-Centered Design DeCal is an intro to design theory and practice, focusing on human-centered design and digital interfaces. The class meets weekly to have discussions, invite guest speakers, engage in activities that develop fundamental design skills, work towards a semester-long user research/design project. The course is offered every semester, this […]

This course critically examines the mindset, skillset and toolset associated with design and interweaves readings and presentations on design methods, strategy, and the history of design and technology. Approaching design methods, cultures, and ethics through a triptych of framings (past, present, and future), students will build proficiencies to confidently move across, […]

3D Printing and Design is a decal that provides an introduction to 3D modeling with Autodesk Fusion 360 and 3D printing technology.

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This design class from Haas School of Business allows students to learn innovation skills and practices. This is a learn-by-doing lab; students will be formed into a team and will have an opportunity to solve a problem with human-centered design thinking process, guided under design/business mentors. Students will be able to […]

The Biomimicry Institute and Biomimicry South Africa have launched a new course covering the fundamentals of biomimicry. Called ‘Learn Biomimicry’, the online course kicks off in support of the Earth Day Network’s call for creative, innovative, and brave solutions needed to regenerate and repair the damage done to the planet.

This semester, Dr. Aimy Wissa, from the Mechanical Science and Engineering Department, and Dr. Marianne Alleyne, from the Entomology Department, are teaching a special course in the integrative biology department, Bio-Inspired Design, which is an advanced design experience in the field of bioinspiration. […]

Welcome to the Bioinspired Robotics and Design Lab, part of the Contextual Robotics Institute at the University of California, San Diego. Our research focuses on borrowing inspiration from nature to design automated systems with lifelike capabilities. For example, inspired by creatures like the starfish, we are designing soft robots composed of […]

This course teaches concepts, skills and methods required to design, prototype, and fabricate physical objects. Each week relevant techniques in 2D and 3D modeling and fabrication are presented, along with basic electronics. Topics include a range of prototyping and fabrication techniques including laser-cutting, 3D modeling and 3D […]

The Biodesign Institute plays a critical role in advancing the research mission of Arizona State University. The Biodesign Institute embodies the guiding principles of the New American University, as defined by Arizona State University President Michael Crow, specifically, to conduct use-inspired research, fuse intellectual disciplines and value entrepreneurship. The Biodesign Institute […]

This design course is about advanced study in the fields of innovation and design that will address current and emerging issues. Topics will vary with each offering and will be announced at the beginning of each term. For every class, students get a five minute hands-on innovation challenge. There’s no case […]