DTE 502 Ideation and Communication

This course introduces the concept generation stage of the design thinking process, Ideation. Students will utilize the research and user needs from the Empathize and Define stages to develop innovative solutions to identified problems. It examines ideation practices by exploring creativity techniques, tools, and mindsets to step beyond obvious solutions. Equipped with this understanding, students will be able to generate large quantities of ideas, refine, select and effectively communicate potential solutions. Pre-requisite(s): Completions DTE 500 and DTE 501; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Students enrolled in the Certificate or Concentration in Fundamentals of Design Thinking are not required to complete DTE 500. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours