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Product Design

Bachelor of Science

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» Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Product Design program offers a project-centered curriculum that combines problem-solving with the latest technological advancements to develop creative, human-centered design solutions. You’ll gain practical experience by collaborating across disciplines and working on industry-sponsored projects to address complex design challenges.

The program provides a comprehensive understanding of how products are intentionally designed to enhance sustainability, ergonomics, user experience, and product psychology. With an emphasis on hands-on practice and theoretical learning, you will be fully equipped to turn your ideas into reality and create meaningful, impactful solutions.

 

Concentration in Mobility Design

If you want to specialize your studies, you can pursue the Concentration in Mobility Design within the Product Design program. This concentration provides students with critical skills to excel in the dynamic mobility industry, focusing on the design of things that help people get around—ranging from automobiles, boats, and planes to recreational vehicles, drones, and beyond. By learning the latest multimodal prototyping, digital surface modeling, visualization tools, and fabrication technologies, students gain a competitive edge in the field. Located at the heart of a thriving mobility industry, we offers unparalleled access to real-world experiences, ensuring a well-rounded and adaptable foundation for future careers in mobility design.



Careers in Product Design

Our program prepares students to work in a range of areas, including furniture design, mobility design, user experience/user interface design (UX/UI), display design, design curation, sanitaryware, home accessories, healthcare, mobility, marine, sports tools, soft goods, appliances and display design.

Admissions + Curriculum

Admission into the Product Design program follows the University’s admission criteria. Portfolios are not required for admission.

For specific Product Design program questions, contact the Chair of Design, Philip Plowright, at pplowrigh@ltu.edu or the Product Design Director, Bilge Nur Saltik, at bsaltik@ltu.edu.

For general questions about admissions, our programs or the college, please contact Associate Dean, Lilian Crum, at lcrum@ltu.edu or click the links below.

Total Semester Credit Hours: 121

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Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

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From Phone

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