Graduate School of Design Research
Integrated Design Division
Master's Course
Introduction to Theory of Design
SCHWABE Caspar, SUZUKI Akira (SUGIURA Kohei, SAIKI Takahito, KOYAMA Akira, HASHIMOTO Eiji)
1-yr. 4-u. Com.
The methodology of design application is the basis of integrated design. This course explains the role of the methodology in bridging the gap between the results of the
academic approach to design and the comprehensive design environment of our changing society. Study of this methodology leads to recognition of the frames of specific design, fashion and textile design, and product design. In other words, students come to understand the extent and limits of each area, and this gives them the foundation for studying integrated design.
Methodology of Design
OGURA Shigetaro, AZUMA Masumi and others
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
The study of design proposes an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the methodologies relating fine art, science, and technology. This approach is applicable to new relationships between communities and their surroundings.
History of Fine Arts Advanced Seminar
ASANO Hisae
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
Recently, the artistic merit in folklorical performing arts, is being increasingly recognized. However, the high artistic values and history contained in these performing arts are yet not understood. This course attempts to seek out those aspects of performing arts.
Study of Humanity and Culture
SUGIURA Kohei, KAYAMA Rika
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
(SUGIURA)
This course offers ways of understanding today's culture in a chronological context and considers the circumstances related to design activities. It also offers comparative analysis of different thoughts and ideas gleaned from contemporary cultural trends and attempts to fashion a concept of design methods. Due attention is paid to the comparative study of Eastern and Western cultures, and the relationship between design objects and non-design objects.
(KAYAMA)
Through examination of current knowledge involving various problems of self, body and gender in the world of virtual reality, the aim of this course will be to construct a new theory for the study of humanity in the future.
Study of Conservation of Cultural Property
YAMANOUCHI Makoto, SAKAMOTO Katsuhiko
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
This course teaches the concept of cultural property and the history and present state of its protection. It also examines methods of scientific research, techniques for conservation and preservation, and conservation science.
Theory of Human Behaviours and Environmental Systems
KOGA Shunsaku, YAMAGUCHI Keiko
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
This lecture involves extensive study of the characteristics of mankind relating to life environment. The specific effects on human beings of tools, machines, clothes, houses, and artificial environments are discussed from the standpoints of ergonomics and human sciences. Further, the criteria for the humanization of technologies will be evaluated.
Visual Information Engineering
OGURA Shigetaro, HANDOKO Ambar
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
This course discusses various basic aspects of visual science and technology in order to impart an understanding of visual design. Typical examples are the handling of visual information, memory, the interaction between real and virtual images, pattern formation, and 3D images.
Multimedia System
HIRANO Kotaro
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
Based on recent advances in digital signal processing, topics related to multimedia systems are discussed, using a variety of applications. Creative ability will be developed during this course.
System on Architecture
KUSHIDA Hiroshi, KAWAKITA Takeo
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
The first half of this course consists of learning architecture systems from the viewpoint of building materials. Students will make and test actual concrete materials and come to understand the dynamics of reinforced concrete.
In the latter half, the system of generating space-form will be investigated through an experimental design exercise. Different methods of transformation in the modeling process will be documented and compared in order to seek new possibilities in architectural design.
Planning and Design on Regional Environment
DOHI Hiroshi, SUGIMOTO Masami
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
In this course, students study several types of special environments, such as major cities, local cities, historical districts, villages, large-scale parks, sightseeing spots or resorts. Studies also include methods of conservation, rehabilitation and development.
Housing and Community Planning
MIKAMI Haruhisa
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
This class will focus on contemporary designs and themes employed by architects when designing houses.
This course will include:
-The development of housing design in Japan
-The openness of housing and community
Machinery Design
TADA Narumi, SAGARA Jiro, AIZAWA Takashi
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
In this course learning is project-based and arranged to induce students to a consider a wide variety of things relating to social life and machinery, use-interface, corporate
philosophy and product identity, and products and the environment.
Study of Interior Design
AKAMATSU Takehiro, HIRAKAWA Yoshihiro, OTA Syosaku
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
In interior design, not only is the interior of a house designed but also the entire lifestyle of the inhabitants. Students will participate in discussion n interior design in order to cultivate their sensibilities.
Design of Fashion Environment
SASAKI Hiromu, MITERA Sadako
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
Through study of our living environment, this course imparts an understanding of the relationship between people, apparel and environment from the total view of fashion design. Also studied will be design planning and the construction of design in our future lifestyle.
Space Design with Textile
MATSUMOTO Mihoko, TOYAZAKI Mitsuo
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
"Cloth"not only makes clothes but also has the purpose of covering, wrapping, hanging, putting up or sewing up space. This class uses such special characteristics of "cloth"and proposes experimental ways for designing space with modern textiles.
Advanced Seminar on Media and Design
KOBAYASHI Kazuo, MORISHITA Akihiko,
SASATANI Teruo
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
Research and Work in Poster Design.
The poster, as one of various types of media design in the field of visual communication design, is still very important. Progress and expression in poster design reproduction technology is making for a diversity of high quality. Such poster design will be studied and students will create their own work of art.
Design and Media
OKABE Noriaki, SUZUKI Akira, FUJIYAMA Tetsuro
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
The various circumstances surrounding design are considered all together. The course leads students to recognized design fields through analysis and ideas of design in different fields. The course comes up with a conceptual model with characteristics common to all design fields.
Design and Information
IMAMURA Fumihiko, HASHIMOTO Eiji
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
This course imparts an understanding of design and information from the total viewpoint of design. The flow of information is studied with reference to computer and human perceptions. The course leads students to search for the possibility of a new expression in design.
Design and Management
HAYASHI Kumio, ITSUMI Kenjio, SANO Hirozou
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
The specific aim of this course is to acquire knowledge of proper design and design management through the study of the consumption structure of design, the relationship between supply and demand, and fashion-setting mechanisms in today's society.
Architectural Theory and Criticism
KIMURA Hiroaki, HANADA Yoshiaki
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
The course will examine historical trends and current assumptions in architectural design concepts and techniques, as well as the structure and meaning of architectural theory and criticism. This will be followed by discussions of future prospects with participants.
Theory of Architectural Environment Design
KODAMA Yuichiro, SAIKI Takahito
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
This course emphasized humanistic design based on the analysis of historical, cultural and natural conditions with consideration of the historical influence on the urban and architectural environment, residential quarter, and architectural surroundings. Students are expected to do field surveys and case studies about environmental design.
Information Environment Research
KOYAMA AKira, OUCHI Katsuya
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
Due to the rapid progress of technology over the last several years, various information is being accumulated and transferred via networks. In such an environment, information design has an important role in making communication valid and expeditious. This course examines various WWW sites and WWW technologies from several points of view and discusses current problems of the information environment and possibilities for alternative information design.
Theory of Program Design
OKABE Noriaki, KOYAMA Akira, SUZUKI Akira
1st sem. 2-u. Sel.
Here students will progress from understanding the concepts of "affordance" and "interaction design" to design objects (banners and posters) with their own strategy "program design," as a part of Corporate Identity (CI) and Universal Identity (UI). In the course, students will learn how to program design strategy and gain design practice through a knowledge of post-modern design.
Lecture Topics
1. Interface and Interaction
2. Usability Study
3. The Barrier-free Paradox
4. Understanding Affordance Theory
5. Workshop and Simulations
6. Presentation Technique
Theory of CG Media
SHIMO Hiroyasu
2nd sem. 2-u. Sel.
This class focuses on making graphics, visual images and multimedia works through use of the computer.
Joint Project on Graduate School
1 yr. 2-u. Sel.
Through fieldwork, field surveys outside campus, and/or participation in special projects offered each year, students will practice methods of actual investigation, analysis planning, and examination in theoretical design. At the beginning of each year, project(s) will be announced. Students can apply and select an appropriate project or even multiple projects simultaneously. In the latter case, credit will be given for only one project.
1. Program Design Project.
2. Architecture and Environmental Design Project.
3. Town Planning and Community Design Project.
4. Reconstruction Design Project.
5. Universal Design Project.
6. Design of Fashion Environment Project.
7. Communication Design Project.
Integrated Design : Special Research I
Integrated Design : Special Research II
1 yr. 6-u. Com.
This consists of research over the two years period under the guidance of his/her teaching staff. Research on a special topic for the field of integrated designs is conducted and the results are compiled in a thesis or in the form of a project.
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