0 or 3 credits
Spring 2025 Laboratory Lecture Upper DivisionQualitative and quantitative principles of furniture construction, product development methodology and strength design principles, furniture performance testing, product sustainability and end of life options (LCA, computer-based applications and solutions). Course features laboratory evaluating, furniture joints and furniture structures.
Learning Outcomes1Identify and specify appropriate funiture constructions.
2Determine whether furniture has adequate strength, stiffness, and durability.
3Determine whether furniture will meet existing performance standards.
4Determine product sustainability.