Course Info: IA-0116

CourseIA-0116 Creative Electronics
Long TitleCreative Electronics
Term2018F
Note(s) Satisfies Distribution
Textbook information
Meeting InfoLemelson Building 113 on F from 2:30-5:20
FacultyShira Epstein
Capacity16
Available4
Waitlist0
Distribution(s) Arts, Design, and Media
Cumulative Skill(s)Independent Work
Additional InfoLab Fee: $90.00 Students are expected to spend at least six to ten hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time.
Description

This course will familiarize students with some of the basic creative applications of electronics. A central element in this process will be examining and modifying common electronic devices. This approach focuses on the physical and functional aspects of electronics and encourages an understanding of application through hands-on experience rather than a study of theory. This also encourages students to look to pre-existing devices for artistic materials rather than building everything from scratch. This will be a project-based course and most in-class time will be spent experimenting and building. Prior experience with electronics is not necessary, but students should be comfortable using simple hand tools. Each student will be supplied with a course kit. This will include all the necessary tools as well as a variety of common and useful electrical components.