DEC Frameworks (DECF)

This course introduces principles of design thinking as a key element of innovation. Students will learn how parts of traditional design process can be used to reveal opportunity, and how to shape that opportunity by critically and creatively evaluating its components as part of a larger system. As a culminating assignment, students will work collaboratively with peers from other disciplines to create real-world value in an economic, social, and environmental context by innovating a new model for business that is both desirable and viable. This course is designated as creativity intensive. This course replaces DECP-101 Integrative Design Process, DECF-200 Business Models, and DECG-200 Innovation Essentials, and should NOT be taken for credit by a current student who has previously completed ANY of those three courses.