James Madison University
B.S. in Industrial Design
Harrisonburg, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 6,434 / per semester **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* regular admission | November 1st, 2022: early admission
** in-state tuition fee | $15,076: out-of-state tuition fee. Additional fees may apply
Introduction
Industrial designers blend art, engineering, business, sociology, and anthropology, study people, and drive consumer behavior.
The Industrial Design program at JMU equips students with the creative problem-solving skills necessary to become innovative design leaders. It empowers students to become positive social, environmental, and economic forces in their communities and professions.
The B.S. degree in Art with a major in Industrial Design requires 78 credit hours in graphic design, art, art history and art and design-related courses. Of these hours, 42 must be taken in Industrial Design courses.
Industrial Design students study sculpture and form, drawing, making, material science, sociological and anthropological research methods, systems thinking, history, writing, and design theory. ID students also receive exposure to basic engineering, advanced manufacturing & fabrication processes, and common marketing, business, and entrepreneurship practices.
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Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science degree in Art with a major in industrial design is an accredited professional program with an interdisciplinary, user-centered approach. Program objectives for industrial design students are to:
- Employ diverse creative problem-finding skills.
- Utilize design theory and research to understand user culture, context, and requirements.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of industry practices, conceptualization skills, and problem-solving.
- Design and articulate complex solutions that are aesthetically and culturally appropriate, effective, and efficient.
- Exhibit proficiency in both traditional and digital ways of making.
- Critique and contextualize designs to cultivate ideas and meaningful solutions.
- Create a professional industrial design portfolio reflective of one’s knowledge and abilities that encompass current expectations in the professional practice of industrial design.
The industrial design program objectives are enhanced by frequent field trips to design events, guest speakers, workshops, and internship opportunities. Design students have an opportunity to engage with design leaders in the field through field trips, events and participation in a professional design organization.
Required Courses
- General Education requirements 41 Credit Hours 1
- Quantitative requirement (in addition to General Education courses) 3 Credit Hours
- Scientific Literacy requirement (in addition to General Education courses) 3 Credit Hours
- Major requirements (listed below) 78 Credit Hours
Footnotes
1 The General Education program contains a set of requirements each student must fulfill. The number of credit hours necessary to fulfill these requirements may vary.
Major Requirements
The industrial design major requires 78 credit hours in art, art history and art-related courses. Of these hours, 42 credits must be in INDU courses, some of which may fulfill the B.S. Natural/Social Science requirement.
Required Courses
Foundation Courses (9 credits)
- ART 102. Two-Dimensional Design (0,6) Credits: 3.00
- ART 104. Drawing I (0,6) Credits: 3.00
- ART 106. Three-Dimensional Design (0,6) Credits: 3.00
Art & Design Electives (6 credits)
Art and design electives may include studio-based courses in industrial design, graphic design, architectural design, studio, studio assistantships, and internships. Excludes courses taken to fulfill the concentration courses, advanced studios, and art and design history.**
Footnote
**Also excludes ART 200, 205, 304 and 305
Required Concentration Courses (21 credits)
- INDU 200. Introduction to Industrial Design Credits: 6.00
or - ARCD 200. Architect Design Studio I Credits: 6.00
- GRPH 101. Digital Media Design I (0, 9) Credits: 3.00
- INDU 202. Industrial Design Studio Credits: 6.00
- INDU 208. Portfolio Review Credits: 0.00
- INDU 220. CAD I: 3D Modeling Credits: 3.00
- INDU 380. Materials and Processes Credits: 3.00
Advanced Studios (24 credits)
- INDU 300. Product Design Credits: 6.00
- INDU 302. Transportation Studio Credits: 6.00
- INDU 400. Systems and Services Credits: 6.00
- INDU 402. Social Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship Credits: 6.00
- INDU 404. Industrial Design Advanced Special Topics Studio Credits: 6.00
- INDU 406. Senior Thesis Studio Credits: 6.00 (Instructor Permission Required)
- INDU 408. Swing Studio Option Credits: 6.00
Art & Design History Courses (9 credits)
- ARTH 205. Survey of World Art I: Prehistoric to Renaissance [C2VPA] Credits: 3.00
- ARTH 206. Survey of World Art II: Renaissance to Modern [C2VPA] Credits: 3.00
- ARCD 303. History of Design Credits: 3.00
Interdisciplinary Electives (9 Credit Hours Total)
Society and Culture (choose one)
May fulfill the B.S. Natural/Social Science requirement.
- ANTH 195. Cultural Anthropology [C4GE] Credits: 3.00
- ANTH 205. Buried Cities, Lost Tribes: The Rise and Fall of Early Human Societies [C2HQC] Credits: 3.00
- ANTH 323. Anthropology and Photography Credits: 3.00
- SOCI 311. Sociology of the Environment Credits: 3.00
- SOCI 315. Technology and Society Credits: 3.00
- SOCI 337. Sociology of Gender Credits: 3.00
Engineering and Technology (choose one)
Students selecting ENGR electives must have approval from the course instructor and the INDU adviser.
- ENGR 231. Engineering Design I Credits: 2.00
- ENGR 232. Engineering Design II Credits: 2.00
- ENGR 280. Projects in Engineering Credits: 1.00 - 4.00
- ENGR 498. Advanced Topics in Engineering Credits: 1.00-3.00 (Innovation)
- ENGR 498. Advanced Topics in Engineering 3.00 (Realization)
- ENGR 498. Advanced Topics in Engineering 3.00 (Human Centered Design)
- ENGR 498. Advanced Topics in Engineering 3.00 (Innovation Exchange)
- ENGR 498. Advanced Topics in Engineering 3.00 (Systems Design and Placemaking)
- ENGR 480. Advanced Projects in Engineering Credits: 1.00 - 4.00
- ISAT 211. Issues in Modern Production Systems Credits: 3.00
- ISAT 330. Sustainable Manufacturing Systems Credits: 3.00
Business, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (choose one)
- COB 318. Legal and Ethical Environment of Business Credits: 3.00
- MKTG 380. Principles of Marketing Credits: 3.00
- MGT 472. New Venture Creation Credits: 3.00
- MGT 305. Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management Credits: 3.00
- MGT 310. Business Fundamentals for Entrepreneurs Credits: 3.00
Recommended Schedule for Majors
First Year
- General Education 12 Credit Hours
- Art Foundations 9 Credit Hours (ART 102, ART 104, ART 106)
- Art History 6 Credit Hours (ARTH 205, ARTH 206)
- Quantitative Reasoning 3 Credit Hours
Second Year
- General Education and Interdisciplinary Elective Credits / Units: 12.00
- INDU 200. Introduction to Industrial Design Credits: 6.00
- INDU 202. Industrial Design Studio Credits: 6.00
- INDU 208. Portfolio Review Credits: 0.00
- INDU 220. CAD I: 3D Modeling Credits: 3.00
- INDU 380. Materials and Processes Credits: 3.00
- GRPH 101. Digital Media Design I (0, 9) Credits: 3.00
Third Year
- General Education 9 Credit Hours
- Scientific Literacy 3 Credit Hours
- Advanced Studio 6 Credit Hours
- Advanced Studio 6 Credit Hours
- Art and Design Elective 3 Credit Hours
- ARCD 303. History of Design Credits: 3.00
Fourth Year
- Advanced Studio 6 Credit Hours
- Advanced Studio 6 Credit Hours
- Art and Design Electives 3 Credit Hours
- General Education 9 Credit Hours
- Interdisciplinary Elective 6 Credit Hours
Career Opportunities
A successful career and a meaningful life is what it’s all about. Whether it’s an internship, a great first job or a top graduate school appointment, JMU Dukes make their dreams ignite. You will, too.
Here are current openings available to JMU students.
Jobs for JMU Students
Industrial Design
- Building Solutions Specialist-South Bend at Parksite
- 2023 Associate Logistics Analyst - New Orleans, LA at Textron
- Associate - Sales at RRD
- Product Designer - Remote at Community Brands
- Mechanical Engineer (Entry Level) at L&T Technology Services
- Electrical Engineer at TES Engineering
- DT-4177 Manufacturing Industrial Optimization Engineer I (L7) at Daimler Truck North America
- Electrical Engineering Graduate for Grid Integration at Orsted North America Inc.
- Structural Engineering Graduate at Orsted North America Inc.
- Project Accountant at Walker Consultants
- Software Engineer/Developer at VOCAL Technologies LTD
- Scientist- Laser Diode Products at IPG Photonics
- Civil Engineer I - Fredericksburg, VA at Bowman
- Civil Engineer I - Herndon, VA at Bowman
- Civil Engineer I - Herndon, VA at Bowman
- Civil Engineer I - Leesburg, VA at Bowman
- Civil Engineer I - Montgomery County and Prince George's County, MD at Bowman
- Early Careers: Compensation Analyst at WTW
- PCB Librarian at Second Order Effects Inc
Interior Design
- Architect Intern / Designer at Gaines Group Architects
- (#R25099) House Coordinator / PAHrtners Deaf Services at RHA Health Services, LLC
- Customer Experience Specialist at Nickson
- Graduate Students-Policy Analytics Senior Consultant (Master's) at Booz Allen Hamilton
- Technology Systems Designer: Raleigh, NC at Wiley|Wilson
- Technology Systems Designer: Richmond, VA at Wiley|Wilson
- Technology Systems Designer: Atlanta, GA at Wiley|Wilson
- Technology Systems Designer: Alexandria, VA at Wiley|Wilson
- Junior Designer at Interior Architects
- Intermediate Experiential Designer at Interior Architects
- Junior Experiential Designer at Interior Architects
- Broadband Specialist I at Mediacom Communications Corporation
- Junior Designer at Interior Architects
- Visitor Services Member - Savannah National Wildlife Refuge at American Conservation Experience
- Manager - Business Development at Flipspaces Design Labs
- Business Analyst I at PITT OHIO
- Electric motor Design Engineer at Apex Tool Group
- Architectural Designer at Timber Block USA
- Infrastructure Engineer at PITT OHIO
Energy
- Engineer I- Grid Planning at Dominion Energy
- Energy Services Coordinator at University of Northern Iowa Human Resources
- Account Executive - Midwest Region (May '23 Graduate) at Schneider Electric
- Account Executive – South Region (May '23 Graduate) at Schneider Electric
- Account Executive – Southeast Region (May '23 Graduate) at Schneider Electric
- Eastern Region Account Executive (May '23 Graduate) at Schneider Electric
- Manufacturing Engineer at Fresenius Kabi
- Solar Installation Technician at Southern Energy Management
- Inside Sales Associate - Multifamily & Commercial at Southern Energy Management
- Graduate Development Program, Associate Analyst, Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis at National Grid
- OSW / Offshore Wind IAC Installation Engineer (Entry-Level Engineer) at AVANGRID (BGC, CNG, CMP, NYSEG, RG&E, UI, SCG, NYSEG)
- Electrical Engineering Graduate for Grid Integration at Orsted North America Inc.
- Business Graduate for Asset Management at Orsted North America Inc.
- Electrical Engineering Graduate at Orsted North America Inc.
- QHSE Graduate for Global Projects at Orsted North America Inc.
- Business Graduate for Offshore Wind Projects at Orsted North America Inc.
- Procurement Graduate at Orsted North America Inc.
- QHSE Graduate Within Offshore Wind at Orsted North America Inc.
- Structural Engineering Graduate at Orsted North America Inc.
Internships for JMU Students
Industrial Design
- Product Design Office - Automotive Design Intern - 2023 at Stellantis - FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
- 2023 Intern - Environmental, Health & Safety - New Orleans, LA at Textron
- Richmond Internship Fall '22, Spring & Summer '23 - Financial Planning & Sales at Northwestern Mutual-Richmond, Virginia
- D365 Enterprise Delivery Consulting Intern - Summer 2023 at RSM US LLP
- App Dev D365 Customer Engagement Consulting Intern - Summer 2023 at RSM US LLP
- Digital Creative UX Intern at PetSmart
- Digital Design Specialist | Paid Spring Internship at Online Optimism
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Plant Engineer Base Operations Track Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering Majors at Air Liquide
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Pipeline Base Operations Track Civil or Mechanical Engineering Majors at Air Liquide
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Smart Innovative Operations Base Operations Track Mechanical or Data Analytics Engineering Majors at Air Liquide
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Base Operations Track Electrical Engineering Major at Air Liquide
- Business Technology Associate Consultant Intern at ZS Associates
- Product Design Mechanical Engineer (Intern) at Verkada
- Intern - RF Optimization Engineer at DISH
- User Experience Intern at The Home Depot
- UX Designer / UX Researcher Intern - Summer 2023 Internship (Meraki) at Cisco
- Software Engineer Intern (Summer 2023, Remote/Hybrid) at Vectorworks, Inc.
- Clean Air: Program Engineering Intern - Summer 2023 (Grass Lake, MI) In-Person at Tenneco
- Dell Technologies Services - Systems Development Engineer Intern at Dell Technologies
Interior Design
- Product Design Office - Automotive Design Intern - 2023 at Stellantis - FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
- Construction Management Intern - Summer 2023 at Hourigan
- Design Quality Internship (Spring 2023) at Tesla
- Mechanical Test Engineering Internship (Spring 2023) at Tesla
- Business/Hospitality Intern at Lori Designs
- Nonprofit/Fundraising Intern at Lori Designs
- 2023 Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Summer Intern at Chick-fil-A, Inc.
- HR Fall Intern at Symmes Maini & McKee Associates
- Marketing Intern - YouTube at Lori Designs
- Marketing Intern at Lori Designs
- Law Intern at Lori Designs
- Web (E-Commerce) Developer Internship at Clocky LLC
- Design Intern-unpaid at Posh Interiors
Energy
- Share this Job Intern - Supply Chain Management at Dominion Energy
- IMD Student Intern - Energy, Natural Resources, and Infrastructure at Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Account Executive Intern - Midwest Reg at Schneider Electric
- Account Executive Intern - South Reg. at Schneider Electric
- Account Executive Intern - Southeast at Schneider Electric
- Sales Intern - Public Sector Team - East Reg at Schneider Electric
- Digital Communications and Public Affairs Fellow at Monument Advocacy
- ARUP | Engineer / Consultant Internship Opportunities (June 2023) at Arup
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Plant Engineer Base Operations Track Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering Majors at Air Liquide
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Pipeline Base Operations Track Civil or Mechanical Engineering Majors at Air Liquide
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Smart Innovative Operations Base Operations Track Mechanical or Data Analytics Engineering Majors at Air Liquide
- ALLEX Program Participant - Large Industries, Base Operations Track Electrical Engineering Major at Air Liquide
- bp Singapore Trading & Shipping Summer Internship Programme (2023) at bp
- Graphic Design Part-Time Intern - Raleigh, NC (HYBRID) at Southern Energy Management
- Analyst Summer Intern at Rystad Energy
- Advocacy Fellow at Clean Virginia
- Field Engineer Internship- Power Delivery- Bianchi- Nationwide, USA at Infrastructure & Energy Alternatives, Inc
- Field Engineer Internship- Heavy Civil- American Civil Constructors- Benicia, CA at Infrastructure & Energy Alternatives, Inc
- Project Engineer Internship- Renewables- IEA- Nationwide, USA at Infrastructure & Energy Alternatives, Inc
Scholarships and Funding
Madison awards more than 400 one- to four-year scholarships each year to incoming students. The primary criterion for merit-based scholarships is exceptional academic performance. Other selection criteria may include leadership, involvement, and career goals.
The Madison Scholarships Hub is the application center for all JMU Foundation scholarships at James Madison University. To access the Madison Scholarships Hub, log in to MyMadison. Under the Applicant tab, click on the Madison Scholarships Hub logo.
All students are encouraged to fill out the General Application in the Madison Scholarships Hub to be considered for various scholarship opportunities. Qualifications for the majority of our scholarships are based on the General Application information as well as information pulled directly from your admissions application.
Review the criteria carefully for any recommended scholarship opportunities you are presented with and if you meet the qualifications, click apply to submit the additional required information. Deadlines vary across departments so be sure to complete the General Application as soon as possible to receive full consideration. Some scholarship opportunities become available starting in the fall while others open later so be sure to check back in January, February and March.