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This motion design course introduces concepts and,methods used in designing dynamic digital,communications that rely on the typography, image,,video, sound, and message. The language of motion,design and its associated meaning(s) are presented,through a series of dynamic projects, where,students select the narrative content they,explore. Students learn relevant techniques and,concepts, associated with both analog and digital,tools in order … Continue reading “DGD-124 MOTION ESSENTIALS”

This required typography course, the first in a,sequence of three, develops an understanding of,two-dimensional design space and the unique nature,of typographic communication principles. Through,a series of projects centered around the role of,type in communication design, students develop an,understanding of typographic aesthetics, concepts,of organization, understanding nuance of language,based messages to achieve a particular hierarchy,,while emphasizing the … Continue reading “DGD-151 TYPOGRAPHY I”

This required typography course is the second in a,sequence of three, that develops an understanding,of 2D design space and the unique nature of,typographic communication principles. Building on,Typography I, students expand their ability to,work with typographic form, understanding the,nuance of language-based messages, and,organization through projects that introduce,organizational systems, grids, and the associated,nomenclature. Classifications, and anatomy of,letterforms, … Continue reading “DGD-152 TYPOGRAPHY II”

This non-major course is designed to,introduce/develop two-dimensional design skills,in the context of typographic environments to,students outside of the major of Communication,Design. Projects will introduce students to the,principles of typography and image in order to,develop skills related to organizing typographic,and image environments to achieve clear,communication based on an understanding of,typographic hierarchy, message, and aesthetics,,as well as … Continue reading “DGD-201 COMMUNICATION DESIGN FOR NON-MAJORS”

This required sophomore course, the first in a,sequence of two, introduces design theories,,processes and methods associate with Communication,Design studio practice. Through assigned,projects, students develop the ability to make,design decisions that consider content, concept,,audience, sequence, and creative problem-solving,methodologies used to create a system of visual,communication solutions. Concepts of meaning are,explored by using semiotic theories that aid … Continue reading “DGD-211 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION DESIGN I”

This required course, is the second in a sequence,of sophomore courses, that develops an,understanding of theories, processes, and methods,associate with Communication Design practices. ,Through assigned projects, students develop the,ability to research content that translates into,concept, that consider audience, and utilize,creative problem-solving methodologies in order to,create a system of visual communication solutions.,Design Writing, research, and presentation … Continue reading “DGD-212 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION DESIGN II”

This second motion design course is an elective,,and expands on the concepts and methods presented,in designing dynamic digital communications that,rely on the use of typography, image, video,,message, and sound that were introduced in Motion,I. Students will expand on their understanding of,how messages are created in a dynamic context,using typography, image, sound, and semiotics. ,Project will … Continue reading “DGD-224 MOTION NARRATIVES”

This required typography course, the third in the,sequence of three, applies an understanding of,two-dimensional design space and the unique nature,of typographic communication principles. Building,on experiences in Typography I & II, students,expand their ability to work with typographic,sequential systems of communication. Students,expand the ability to use various methods,,techniques and materials in the creation of a,large scale … Continue reading “DGD-251 TYPOGRAPHY III”

This required interaction design course, the first,in a sequence of three, develops an understanding,of basic design principles, code language, and,software used in the creation of web-based,communications. Through assigned projects,,students will understand the complex nature of,,user interface design and continue to apply an,understanding of typographic form, nuance of,language based messages, and organizational,systems in a dynamic user … Continue reading “DGD-263 USER INTERFACE DESIGN”

This required interaction course, is the second in,a sequence of three, that applies an understanding,of intermediate design principles, code,language(s), and software used in the creation of,web-based communications that are dynamic and,responsive, focusing on dynamic user experiences. ,The role of clear information hierarchy through,mapping and wireframing are key considerations in,the development of interactive solutions. Through,assigned projects … Continue reading “DGD-264 USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN”