Starting with simple machines and going through automata, motion using electromagnetism and digital movement, students will continue building on the tactile understanding of ​‘stuff’ from the previous course. The approach in this course will be based on the use of contemporary materials, processes and tools — hence they will not necessarily look at the history of these things unless they impact their current use.

Since this course will be offered on campus in summer, we conceptualise it as a space to get students to appreciate and learn about working in a studio environment at a longer stretch which is otherwise difficult within the semester. It will also provide an opportunity for students to visit and learn about the work of design studios and practitioners in and around the city.