Cyborg Enhancements

Course Outline
Design Process	Activities	Learning Objectives
Pre-Studio	Initial Survey & platform on-boarding	Learn about the interdisciplinary, experiential Studio model
Studio Intro	Coach Introduction Studio Overview	Develop a design vocabulary Understand design concepts introduced in the Studio
Intro Activity	1.0 Intro Activity: Sense Rediscovery	Empathy Building Creative Perspective: develop new modes of thought Rapid Prototyping Collaboration
Precedent Analysis	2.0 Precedent Mapping	Problem solving and analyzing information Making accurate inferences of unstated values and beliefs Technical Literacy
Brainstorming	Independent/Collective Brainstorming Sketching: Effective Visual Communication Rapid Prototyping *Teams will be formed at the end of the week, Team Project Folders created	Communicate ideas effectively through application of concepts Develop a discernment for conceptual v. technical goals of the project Collaboration and Teamwork: Active listening, deliberation, negotiation, consensus building, and productive use of conflict
Research	4.1 Biomechanics Desk Critiques (Ideas Development & Refinement)	Actively and skillfully evaluating and applying information gathered from observation, experience, reflection, reasoning or communication with awareness as a guide to intention and action
Sketch Modeling	5.0 Digital Fabrication: Rhino 5.1 Exploring Enhancements	Demonstrating acquired skills Ability to effectively relate concepts, processes, intentions, and actions through discussion, oration, and presentation Practice effective oral and visual communication
Midpoint Feedback	Critique and Feedback Incorporating feedback to your design	Develop a rigorous and consistent documentation of work to increase self-awareness regarding design process Effectively communicate process and products to collaborators, coaches and public viewers
Interactivity	Interactivity: Arduino (On-going tutorials, may be distributed to multiple sessions)	Go through intro tutorials using Arduino software Test out demos and examples under Resources If time permits, go through the Animal Stations as a class
Advanced Prototyping	Iterations and Ideas Thesis Statement	Applying concepts & demonstrating acquired skills, with emphasis on tools and methodology Focus on form & function
Storyboarding	Project Storyboard	Create a storyboard to explain the narrative behind your project
Documentation & Representation	Diagramming	Communicate how your project works through different types of diagrams
Final Presentation	Final Documentation Presentation Prep Studio Clean Up, Wrap Up!	Reflection and communication Effective communication of ideas and designs through oration, diagramming, and organizational presentation

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Present

Today, instead of waiting for natural selection to run its course, we are actively controlling the changes in physical and genetic traits in our species. Technological advancements are happening faster than ever before, and we now have the ability to enhance every aspect of the human body, from appearance, to physical strength, to memory. We’re approaching an age in which 3D printed organs, augmented vision through telescopic contact lenses, personalized drugs to enhance performance, and brain-computer interfaces to control neuroprosthetic limbs with the mind are no longer ideas of the future. But with all of these augmentations, larger questions abound. How can the design process influence the way we perceive our human potential?

In this studio, students will create beyond-human body extensions and enhancements that range from practical to provocative. Through brainstorming, rapid prototyping, ideation, and ongoing feedback, students will design, build, and activate these enhancements while uncovering what makes us human.

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