Biomimetic Design (online) | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Biomimetic Design (online)

In this course students learn how to abstract functional strategies from nature to apply to the process of innovative design.

This project-oriented studio course covers core biological principles, astounds students with the wealth of design solutions available in nature, and provides numerous case studies of innovative designs inspired by natural models. Overall, this course provides powerful metaphors and methods for looking to nature as model, mentor, and measure in our designs. / This course is a graduate level course and is part of the Master of Arts in Sustainable Design program. / Open to students ages 18 and above. View complete policies.

Class meeting details

This online course is asynchronous, meaning that there are no set class meeting times. Instead, the course is project-based, with 2 to 3 deadlines per week, and students can choose a time and place that works best for them to complete the work. Course activities may include readings; video demonstrations and tutorials; online discussions; projects; and critiques.

Required materials

Hardware
A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access.

Class resources
This class uses Canvas, MCAD's learning management system. Please see the link for more information.

Textbook
See https://canvas.mcad.edu/books for a list of required textbooks.

Class savings

Register on or before January 20 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
This class does not qualify for the $25 tuition waiver or the alumni discounts.
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.

Register

Title
Non-credit Tuition
$1,305.00
Not Yet Open for Registration

Registration opens January 6.

  • Date:
    -
  • Time:
  • Day(s) of the week:
    Asynchronous
  • Ages:
    Open to students ages 18 and above.
  • Term:
    Spring 2025
  • Instructor: Asheen Phansey
  • Location:
    Online
  • SKU:
    SD 6610 20 SP25

Prerequisites:

None