This course is designed to provide a series of experiences that prepare students for a major in Industrial or Communication Design. Through the exploration of form and content students begin to develop their abilities to design in more complex social situations. This course seeks to develop perceptual and expressive abilities that allow for thorough interpretation of design problems. Students work as individuals and as members of teams to develop an understanding of design process. Student evaluation is based on faculty critique of projects at different stages of development in a studio setting, with the participation of students.