Course Description
Design Inquiry I asks students to think critically about and experiment with expanding their toolkit of process and methods in solving large scale problems with innovative solutions. Through discussion sections, students will also be introduced to methods of critical reading and writing as a reflective practice. Topics students will consider and implement include lateral thinking, metaphorical thinking, abductive reasoning, networked thinking, discourse as thought, systems thinking and more. Students in Design must receive a C- to pass the course.
Non-Std Tm
Through Fall 2026
Type
Course is part of the QEP Assessment Plan
Fall 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
August 17, 2026
Classes End:
December 1, 2026
Location:
00232A Withers Hall
Class Days:
M
Class Start Time:
11:45am
Class End Time:
1:00pm
Classes Start:
August 17, 2026
Classes End:
December 1, 2026
Location:
Hybrid - Online and In-Person
Class Days:
W
Class Start Time:
11:45am
Class End Time:
1:00pm
Course Information
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
None
