2014 Industrial Design Thesis Show
Industrial design students showcase ground-breaking concepts
Toronto, Ontario – April 17, 2014 – Humber College’s Industrial Design students will be
showcasing designs that could change the world. Graduating students from the four-year
degree program will present their final-year thesis projects, including models, concepts and
prototypes at the 2014 Industrial Design Thesis Show.
“Humber Industrial Design students are continually seeking ways to improve the way
products work. From usability to sustainability and energy conservation, our students are
developing concepts to make positive changes to our world,” says Bill Angelakos, Associate
Dean, School of Applied Technology. “The upcoming events allow students to show their
work to their peers, industry professionals, potential employers and the public.”
“The Industrial Design faculty has focused the selection and development of the student
thesis projects based on the following criteria: enhancement of human lifestyle; human
interaction design; ergonomics and human factors design; and sustainability,” informs
Dennis L. Kappen, Professor - Industrial Design, who co-teaches the thesis course with
Bruce Thomson, Professor-Industrial Design.
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8:15 pm
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2014 Industrial Design Thesis Show
Design Exchange
234 Bay St, Toronto, ON M5K 1B2
Thursday, April 17, 2014
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Final Year Humber Industrial Design Degree students
Humber Industrial Design faculty
Student designs, concepts, models and prototypes
 Interviews and photo opportunities may be
arranged in advance. Media will have access to
students and displays as of 4:30pm
Exhibition set up time
Open to Media
Completion of exhibit setup
Open to guests
Design Awards to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students by
Corporate Donors
Thesis Design Awards by Corporate Donors
Vote of thanks (Faculty : Dennis L. Kappen, Bruce
Thomson, Patrick Burke, Bill Angelakos )
Innovative concepts targeting commercial, health and lifestyle, transportation and
sustainability sectors include:
 SHOREVAC – Beach Cleaning Equipment
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SOL.E - Urban Commuter Vehicle
ZAFLA – Patient Transfer Device
EMOTRA – Stroke Rehabilitation Device
TREMEX – Mineral Exploration Equipment
HELIO – Modular Professional Photography Equipment
MOBILEX – Accessible Mobility Device
MANTIS - Outdoor Fitness and Commuting Bicycle
HAVEN - Flood Rescue System
DRIFT – Adaptive Skiing Equipment
SKORPION – Mining Equipment
SHELBY – Neonatal Care Device
About Humber’s School of Applied Technology
Humber’s School of Applied Technology offers the most comprehensive range of interdisciplinary
programs that focus on design and sustainability. Within the framework of a polytechnic vision,
the school offers four-year bachelor degrees, two and three-year advanced diplomas, certificates
and apprenticeships. Students have access to the latest software technology, facilities and
equipment and receive hands-on training in innovative labs.