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Transportation & Automobile Design at NID: A Comprehensive Guide

Program Overview

The Transportation & Automobile Design program prepares students for the dynamic automotive industry, focusing on vehicle design, mobility solutions, and transportation systems.

Curriculum Structure

Foundation Year

  • Design fundamentals
  • Technical drawing
  • Form studies
  • Ergonomics
  • Digital tools
  • Model making

Core Years

  1. Second Year
  • Vehicle architecture
  • Automotive styling
  • Digital modeling
  • Engineering basics
  • Design methodology
  • Human factors
  1. Third Year
  • Advanced vehicle design
  • Transportation systems
  • Sustainable mobility
  • Digital prototyping
  • CMF (Color, Material, Finish)
  • Professional practice
  1. Final Year
  • Concept development
  • Industry project
  • Portfolio creation
  • Technical documentation

Career Opportunities

  • Automotive Designer: ₹6-12 lakhs (entry)
  • CMF Designer: ₹8-15 lakhs
  • Design Manager: ₹15-30 lakhs
  • Creative Director: ₹30-60 lakhs

Industry Sectors

  • Automotive companies
  • Design studios
  • Transportation consultancies
  • Research organizations
  • Electric vehicle startups
  • Mass transit systems

Facilities

  • Transportation design studio
  • Digital modeling lab
  • Clay modeling workshop
  • Rapid prototyping center
  • CMF library
  • Virtual reality lab
  • Presentation space

Industry Integration

  • Auto shows
  • Industry collaborations
  • Research projects
  • International exchanges
  • Design competitions

Key Skills Developed

  • Sketching
  • 3D modeling
  • Prototyping
  • Digital visualization
  • Design strategy
  • Project management

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