F Innovation and New Product Development

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54 hours lecture per term. This course leads to in-depth understanding of the requirements, issues (including ethics and sustainability), and tools involved in the planning and development of new products and services. This course addresses determination of new product development strategies based on market needs. Students examine variables including number and diversity of products, product innovations, product design, prototyping, and testing for form, function, and the marketplace. (Degree Credit) (CSU)