The Art Institutes | Associate in Industrial Design Technology

The Associate in Industrial Design Technology program from The Art Institutes schools is intended to provide students with a foundation in object and structural design and development. Read more about this engineering-based undergraduate program here.

Official Program Name:

Associate in Industrial Design Technology

Degree Level:

Associate's

Program Prerequisites:

Individuals interested in applying to this program may be creative and detail-oriented. Previous courses in drafting, woodshop, or welding could prove helpful. Applicants to programs offered at an Art Institutes school should have already earned a high school diploma; some programs may have additional requirements.

Program Description:

Students enrolled in this industrial design technology program have the opportunity to learn how to manually and digitally render creative design concepts. The curriculum is designed to teach participants how to operate tools to construct models from such materials as plastics, styrene, and wood. In addition, participants will also have the chance to learn to integrate various mechanical pieces, including motors and cables, when needed. Before finishing the program, they'll have the ability to compile a portfolio for potential employers in order to demonstrate their abilities. Depending on the school, specializations in special effects or product development may be available.

Learning Format:

Program is available at selection locations and online.

Program Length:

The program is designed to take full-time students seven quarters to complete.

Financial Aid Available:

Students enrolled at The Art Institutes schools may be eligible for state and federal student aid, including federal grant programs, federal loan programs, federal work-study programs, and student assistance programs. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.