Simply put, the emphasis is on design, thought, and intelligence. If one is interested in production work, the necessary jigs, fixtures, etc., are also designed and built. Woodworking and furniture design majors usually concentrate on woodworking process, although students are encouraged to become familiar with the adjacent foundry and smithing facilities. The product design major requires a broad background of classes including Sculpture , Ceramics , Metals , and Woodworking. Product design majors may start with a number of 100 level studio courses.
Advance placement is possible depending on past experience.
Please refer to our Course Description Page to review specific descriptions of classes. For information about admissions into NMU, refer to University Admissions . The Furniture Design and Wood areas have just moved into the new Art and Design North building . This expansive facility provides contemporary tools and equipment for the areas of ceramics, furniture design, jewelry, metalsmithing, blacksmithing, product design, sculpture, and woodworking. A well equipped wood shop, spray booth area, wood turning area, and extensive dust collection system highlight the woodworking studio.