FF 130A: Prototype/Situate/Fabricate

FF 130A: Prototype/Situate/Fabricate Course Description

Discover a process-based approach to creating objects in space. This first-year fabrication course provides a comprehensive introduction to the creation of multi-dimensional works in a variety of media. Students will explore spatial reasoning, learn to select the appropriate tools and materials to suit their projects, and undertake a crucial primer on shop safety. This course is unique in its iterative methodology, following a project through several stages of development to its final form.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate methods of material transformation and various related processes in order to construct meaning.
Demonstrate purposeful construction of form, space and structure using analog and digital techniques.
Demonstrate the relationship of a form to its space/place/context.
Demonstrate cross cultural and intercultural learning in the classroom as a local, national and global learning space.

CONSISTENCY GUIDELINES

Student Learning Outcomes	Required Content
Demonstrate methods of material transformation and various related processes in order to construct meaning.	Create work that combines/joins at least 2 different materials together Sample lesson plans Translate a form between dimensions and materials from 2d --> 3d ; 3d-->2d 2d-->4d etc from paper --> cardboard -->wood Sample lesson plans
Demonstrate purposeful construction of form, space and structure using analog and digital techniques.	Analog Competencies: Utilize the tools and equipment provided in the classroom while emphasizing safety in all processes and procedures. Competencies should focus on: Measuring/Layout Introduction to tools such as: Marking Gauge, Tape measure, Ruler, Caliper, Squares, Compass, Protractor, etc Cutting Introduction to tools such as: Mitre saw, Box Cutter/ Snap knives, Rotary cutters, Band-saw, Drill Press, Jig-saw, Sander Assembly Introduction to tools such as: Drills, screwdrivers/screws, sewing machines, glues/adhesives, hinges, nails, clamps, vides and jigs. Safety Emphasize safety in all processes and procedures Consult with Amy about proper safety protocol for all classroom equipment and tools. Digital Competencies 3d/4d Documentation Using video to document 3d, site specefic or performance work. Basic video capture (using phone or DSLR) Basic video editing Importing footage Trimming clips Adding titles Exporting movie Digital Fabrication Drawing for fabrication using Adobe Illustrator Understanding digital measurements and drawing to scale Draw 2d shapes for 3d extrusion or prepare 2d flat drawings for 2d --> 3d translation. Intro to 3d Modeling (printing not required but available) Create 3d models in Tinkercad or Fusion (no sketchup, sculptris, cinema 4d or blender please and thank you) Understand digital measurements and scale (mm vs inches) Basic concepts: Working with geometric solids Stacking Making holes Extruding (from illustrator drawings or flat shapes)
Demonstrate the relationship of a form to its space/place/context.	Working site specifically or in response to the environment Sample lesson plans
Consider cross cultural and intercultural learning in the classroom as a local, national and global learning space.	Determined by the Professor.

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