D-Lab I

D-Lab I ⁠⁠— Feasibility Studies

Applications open for Winter 2020 Here!

Course Description: D-Lab I is the first of a two-part series addressing the world’s most pressing challenges in underserved communities both domestic and abroad. In this client-focused, project-based course, students will work in cross-disciplinary teams with their clients to perform feasibility studies using technical, social, environmental, and financial lenses. The course may have a theme (2020: Art + Engineering, 2019: Professional, etc.) or be general at the discretion of the instructor(s).

Deliverables: Students will be graded on in-class labs, a sector research paper, two group presentations, participation, and a final report. (Subject to Change)

Check out past student projects here!

Featured Projects

Sustainable Logging (Congo)

Museum Accesibility (Shrem)

Vintage to Electric Tractor (UCD Student Farm)

Policy

Assignments: All assignments will be turned in as hard copies during the class period in which they are due. Final reports require a hard copy plus an electronic copy. Late work will not be accepted without prior arrangements.

Attendance: Attendance and punctuality are mandatory (you are only allowed 1 unexcused absence). Furthermore, since your work in this class has the potential to impact the lives of people around the world, we expect an appropriate level of commitment.

Laptops and Smartphones: There will be no use of phones or laptops in class without prior approval from the instructor.