Category: Academic Programs & Courses

IAD-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent Study is available to students who are,at Junior or Senior level standing with a,cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above.,The student may receive approval to work in an,area or on a project that is not otherwise offered,or addressed in the regular curriculum. An,Independent Study should include opportunities for,individual student voice and provide a space for,diverse perspectives. Students may receive credit,toward graduation for no more than 6 credit hours.,The student must submit to the chairperson of the,department in which they wish to study, an,Independent Study Proposal of 150 words (no less),of the student’s plan for study and her/his reason,for choosing to study independently. Once the,department chairperson provides approval and the,instructor for the Independent Study is,determined, the faculty member must write an,Independent Study Syllabus with education goals,,learning outcomes, meeting dates, course,expectations, timelines, and due dates. Art,Education candidates must pass DAE 490 with a,grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for,certification.

Credits: 3

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CLA-606 CLIMATE ACTION STUDIO II

This is the second of a series of studio courses,that allow students on the MA and MFA Design for,Climate Action programs to develop their skills,and knowledge in live design briefs with industry,and community partners. By their nature, these,courses include socio-economic and political,considerations. The studio courses are designed to,challenge students with projects of increasing,complexity and progressively strengthen the,students’ problem-solving skills. Students solve,design problems requiring substantive research,,concept ideation and realization, and,implementation. ,Projects on this course address the environmental,impact of human habitats, including domestic waste,infrastructures, energy usage, transport systems,and logistics.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: CLA 605

DAH-214 HISTORY OF ANIMATION AND DIGITAL MEDIA

This two-part course includes seven weeks devoted,to animation and seven weeks to digital media.,The animation portion covers the origins, history,and techniques of traditional, puppet, 3D and,experimental animation. All genres are explored,with an emphasis on the creators and their,innovations in their particular political and,professional context. The digital media portion,covers the emergence of digital media as an,innovative means of expression, reviews the work,of major artists working in the field today and,illustrates how the digital media are influencing,the social and the cultural character of our,society.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN-102

DAH-410 EARLY ITALIAN RENAISSANCE

This course is a survey of the architecture,,sculpture and painting in Tuscany during the,13th,,14th and 15th Centuries, with particular,attention,to the works produced in Pisa, Lucca, Siena and,Florence. This course satisfies the General,Elective requirement.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DAH 200, DAH 201 (or DAH 202)

DCE-135 HANDBUILDING

Students are given a progressive series of,projects that promote exploration of both,traditional and alternative building techniques,such as coil, mold, slip cast, and slab. Once,these are completed, students choose a project of,particular interest and expand the idea to achieve,a personal contemporary expression.

Credits: 3

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DEN-307 INTRO TO CREATIVE WRITING

This course introduces students to fiction,,poetry, creative nonfiction and drama and,presents an opportunity to produce written work,in those genres for review by the instructor and,peers. DEN 307 offers student writers an,opportunity to improve their writing. The works,of published writers, like the exhibits of,artists, are used as models and resources. This,course is open to the general student population,,but is required for all Creative Writing Minors.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN 102

DFA-251 PAINTING II

Painting II is an intensive studio course that,assumes a basic understanding of painting,materials and techniques. Figure/Ground,relationships are challenged both formally and,conceptually through an investigation of painting,as it exists alongside a number of social,,architectural, and technological forces. This,class will engage the vast range of,inter-relational possibilities in the making and,experiencing of painting. Historical and,Contemporary painting strategies will be examined,in contexts of time and place. Individual and,group critiques, homework assignments, I.A.,(ideation archive) and artists statements are,used to assess progress. Demonstrations,,lectures, and field trips will enhance the,engagement.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFA 105 DFA 120

DFD-225 STITCHED ASSEMBLAGE

This course explores piecing, quilting, applique,,embellishment, and stitched collage. Basic,machine and hand sewing will be introduced to,produce pliable, layered, and sculptural,surfaces. Traditional and nontraditional,materials combinations and fabric manipulation,techniques will function as the “skin” of,armature-based sculptural constructions. An,overview of historical and contemporary fiber,works will provide framework for students to,experiment.

Credits: 3

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DFN-117 2D DESIGN PRINCIPLES

This course is an introduction to the principles,,vocabulary and mechanics of two dimensional,design, including the exploration and application,,of color theory. Students explore Concentration,Specific design concepts, through lectures,,readings, discussions, hands-on, studio,assignments and critiques; translating 2D design,concepts from traditional to digital mediums,(Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator). Students will,design and produce compelling presentation,materials and asset layouts with effective,messaging using proper proportion, composition,,typographical considerations and meaning and,tension.

Credits: 3

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DGD-124 MOTION ESSENTIALS

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 to aid in the creation of,well-crafted dynamic sequential solutions. ,Students may elect to take additional courses,,Motion Design II and III, starting in the junior,year.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DGD 151 OR DGD 201