Design & Environmental Analysis (DEA)Human Ecology

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Course descriptions provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

DEA 1110

This course provides a broad overview of design applied various disciplines, scales, and problem contexts, and how design can offer an alternative, and often more human-centered perspective towards solving ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: COGST 1111

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 11825 DEA 1110   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Anderson, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 1141

Introduces graphic software programs (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Clo3d, and Inventor) to develop original designs. Class activities and projects include textile design, technical flat drawing design, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 12157 DEA 1141   STU 501

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Ahmadi, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 1150

This course immerses students in the act and art of design communication. Students focus on a series of exercises covering both manual and digital visualization techniques to effectively present ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3.5 Credits Graded

  • 12061 DEA 1150   STU 501

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 2025

This course provides a foundation in graphic design to communicate ideas and create impact. This course encourages students to engage with the visual language of design through experimentation, exploration ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one discussion and one design studio.

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12146 DEA 2025   DIS 201

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leitao, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 12147 DEA 2025   DES 501

    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leitao, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 2040

This course intends to develop a fundamental understanding of building systems and their implications for the planning, design, and operation processes, and to introduce the comprehensive concept of “high ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12068 DEA 2040   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Hua, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 2203

Temporal spaces dominate the interior landscape at this point in history, reflecting the fleeting nature of information in a society consumed with momentary experiences. This studio will both expand and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3.5 Credits Graded

  • 12137 DEA 2203   STU 501

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Hua, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 2510

How does the past inform the future? This course examines the history and theory of environmental design from the classical era to the 20th century, focusing on the relationship between design and innovation ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11831 DEA 2510   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Militello, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 3030

A sustainable approach to the evaluation and selection of materials and finishes for creating products and places for people has the potential to ensure the future survival of our planet. This course provides ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 11833 DEA 3030   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leigh, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 3050

Construction documents are the written and graphic documents used to communicate a project design for construction and administration in the built world. In this course, students will gain exposure to ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 12070 DEA 3050   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Ahmadi, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 3055

This course provides students the opportunity to learn directly from invited industry speakers with expertise in a spectrum of industries that link health, wellness, senior living with hospitality and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: DEA 6055, HADM 3055, HADM 6055

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • 12138 DEA 3055   SEM 101

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Kolakowski, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 3550

This course provides a foundation in research design, methods and tools, particularly those commonly used in human-environment relations (HER) research. Student will learn of the main aims and approaches ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12071 DEA 3550   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Evans, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 4000

For study that predominantly involves library research and independent reading. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11891 DEA 4000   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Students must submit the Human Ecology Special Studies Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-special-studies-4000-4010-4020). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

DEA 4010

For study that predominantly involves data collection and analysis or laboratory or studio projects. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 0.5-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11909 DEA 4010   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Students must submit the Human Ecology Special Studies Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-special-studies-4000-4010-4020). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

DEA 4020

For study that involves both responsible participation in a community setting and reflection on that experience through discussion, reading, and writing. Academic credit is awarded for this integration ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11926 DEA 4020   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Students must submit the Human Ecology Special Studies Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-special-studies-4000-4010-4020). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

DEA 4030

For study that includes teaching methods in the field and assisting faculty with instruction. Students must have demonstrated a high level of performance in the subject to be taught and in the overall ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 11943 DEA 4030   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Students must submit the Human Ecology Teaching Assistant Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-teaching-apprenticeship-4030). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

DEA 4040

Professional Practice/Ethics is designed to prepare graduating seniors with the working knowledge and essential skills needed to pursue professional jobs and other opportunities in the competitive field ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 12069 DEA 4040   LEC 001

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Ahmadi, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: Design and Environmental Analysis (DEA) seniors; others by permission of instructor.

DEA 4403

Today’s advancements in technologies such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and robotics are rapidly transforming human experiences. In response, this course, drawing on Speculative Design and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12155 DEA 4403   STU 501

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leigh, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 4700

Covers physical and cognitive ergonomic methods and techniques and their application to the design of products and modern work environments. Covers conceptual frameworks for ergonomics analysis, systems ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: DEA 6700

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12089 DEA 4700   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 4800

Design has the power to change how we view and interact with the world which can cause positive or negative impacts. Modern society faces various issues which are all closely related to the ethical aspects ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: DEA 6800, FSAD 4800, FSAD 6800

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12154 DEA 4800   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leitao, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 4990

Opportunity for DEA majors to undertake original research and scholarly work leading to the preparation of a thesis. Students work closely with their thesis advisor on a topic of interest. For information, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12072 DEA 4990   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Beaman, L

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12073 DEA 4990   IND 602

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Elliott, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12074 DEA 4990   IND 603

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Evans, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12075 DEA 4990   IND 604

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Green, K

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12076 DEA 4990   IND 605

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Hua, Y

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12077 DEA 4990   IND 606

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Kalantari, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12078 DEA 4990   IND 607

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Kao, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12079 DEA 4990   IND 608

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leitao, R

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12080 DEA 4990   IND 609

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Loebach, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12081 DEA 4990   IND 610

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leigh, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12082 DEA 4990   IND 611

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Wells, N

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12083 DEA 4990   IND 612

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12084 DEA 4990   IND 613

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12085 DEA 4990   IND 614

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Zadeh, R

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12086 DEA 4990   IND 615

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Shin, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12087 DEA 4990   IND 616

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Ahmadi, N

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Graded

  • 12088 DEA 4990   IND 617

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Militello, R

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

DEA 5210

As digital experiences isolate us from physical places and embodied play, familiar places offer opportunities to reconnect through tangible interaction design. Using microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12142 DEA 5210   STU 501

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Green, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 5520

This course will immerse students in advanced techniques of design communication and evaluation for simulation-based research on user experience in designed environments. Through lectures, readings, demos, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12136 DEA 5520   LEC 001

    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, S

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 6000

For study of special problems in the areas of interior design, human environment relations, or facilities planning and management. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12015 DEA 6000   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

DEA 6010

For study that predominantly involves library research and independent study. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12032 DEA 6010   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

DEA 6020

For study that predominantly involves collection and analysis of research data. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12103 DEA 6020   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

DEA 6030

For study that predominantly involves field experience in community settings. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12119 DEA 6030   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

DEA 6055

This course provides students the opportunity to learn directly from invited industry speakers with expertise in a spectrum of industries that link health, wellness, senior living with hospitality and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: DEA 3055, HADM 3055, HADM 6055

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • 12140 DEA 6055   SEM 101

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Kolakowski, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 6100

This graduate course explores design-thinking strategies at the intersections of creativity, science, and engineering. Students will learn about the creative strategies that today's designers use to address ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12135 DEA 6100   DES 501

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Kalantari, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 6700

Intended for graduate students who want a more thorough understanding of applied ergonomic methods than is provided by DEA 4700. Each student is required to attend DEA 4700 lectures, meet with the instructor ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: DEA 4700

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 11962 DEA 6700   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 6800

Modern society faces various issues which are all closely related to the ethical aspects of design: humanitarian crises, labor exploitation, injustice in the workplace, loss of diversity, over-consumption, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: DEA 4800, FSAD 4800, FSAD 6800

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 12149 DEA 6800   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Leitao, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 7100

This pro seminar meets once per week, and consists of professional development workshops (e.g., grant writing, scholarly presentations, research communications, IRB, nonacademic career) as well as student ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • 12134 DEA 7100   SEM 101

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yoon, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

DEA 8990

Thesis research for Design + Environmental Analysis (DEA) master's students. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12048 DEA 8990   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

DEA 9990

Dissertation research for Design + Environmental Analysis (DEA) Ph.D. students. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 3-12 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 12090 DEA 9990   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies