Apr 30, 2026  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

ME 465 Design Thinking and Innovation for Mechanical Engineers

Credits: 3

Course introduces design thinking and innovation topics through empathy and rapid prototyping approaches to generate solutions for real-world needs. Apply use-inspired, empathetic design processes & design tools to identify novel and creative engineering solutions. Produce documented design solutions including building prototypes, and explain how design meets constraints & criteria. Classes will include group and individual design challenges, learning by doing, and case studies of successful design thinking examples.

Prerequisites: Junior standing.


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