This course provides an overview of the basic methods and skills used in the field of industrial design and product development process for engineers. It consists of three modules based on the fundamentals of 1. creative problem solving,2. contextual (user-centric) design research, 3. design and production.Each module begins with a lecture on specific theory and methods then examines how they are applied in practice through real-world experts, ‘best practice’ examples and a brief team assignment. The results of each assignment will be applied to a design project in which the students will work in teams to develop a design solution for final presentation.Students will learn to:·-build their knowledge of theories;-apply their learning to practice and translate the outcome into design solutions;-develop critical thinking skills to identify a design need, apply a consistent process and design good solutions;-understand the importance of user-centric design vs aesthetic/style-only or engineering-only based solutions;-present their ideas clearly, objectively and succinctly.