Category: Academic Programs & Courses

DTR-304 PORTFOLIO AND PRESENTATION DESIGN

This course develops a student’s ability to,package their collective body of work into a set,of self-marketing tools representing their,abilities as a designer. Students will focus on,the review, editing, analysis, preparation,improvement and potential social impact of their,portfolio content. Based on faculty assessment,and personal goals, students will develop,individual strategies to pursue employment in the,professional market. These will include resumes,,business card, websites, print communications and,other relevant marketing materials.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 202, DTR 221, DTR 231, DTR 233, DTR 257

DTR-420 SENIOR TRANS DESIGN STUDIO I

This course undertakes major projects lasting one,semester each. The design development process,involves a product plan, technical specification,,sketches and a finished model. Sponsored projects,by transportation companies and transportation,component suppliers are a regular part of this,class.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

FAD-204 BUSINESS ANTHROPOLOGY

This class applies concepts of anthropology to,business with a special emphasis on the fashion,industry. Students are introduced to research,methods such as ethnography, psychogeography,,participant observation as well as surveys. Case,studies and in-depth retail analysis are utilized,to provide insight into consumer behavior as well,as cultural patterns and trends and their,implications for product design, marketing,,merchandising, and retail display of fashion,accessories. In addition this class will consider,race, diversity and social justice issues in,relation to the consumer and corporate social,responsibility.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FAD 102

FAD-411 SENIOR STUDIO-PRE-COLLECTION

In this studio students construct the prototypes,for the final collection. They are required to,construct six total looks based on the designs,,including tops and bottoms and/or accessories,depending on the emphasis. The prototypes will,help students to develop solutions when,constructing their final collection in the,following semester. This class runs parallel with,FAD 401: Advanced Collection Design.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FAD 311

FLM-278 DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING I

This is a course in the aesthetics and techniques,of documentary film production. Exercises and,assignments emphasize research and interview,techniques, story, technical skills, and the,legalities and ethics associated with non-fiction,filmmaking. Students produce a series of,individual and collaborative documentary shorts.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FLM 201, FLM 225 or DMA 312

IAD-105 INTERDISCIPLINARY STRATEGIES

Students engage in a series of personal and,collaborative projects requiring them to invent,new rules and processes for research, testing, and,making through the acts of inquiry, observation,,play, material exploration, testing, and,fabrication. This course functions an introduction,to an interdisciplinary studio practice as well as,to the various disciplines that make up the,College. Students gain an understanding of the,facilities, opportunities, and course offerings,that each department has to offer them, which will,help with direction and course selection in the,coming semesters. This studio incorporates,reading, writing, and critical thinking as vital,components of a holistic studio practice,,instilling a fundamental approach to the program.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DAE-520 PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR

The Professional Seminar provides candidates who,are doing their Directed Teaching with further,professional development and experiences that,develop reflective practice. The seminar conveys,a range of information essential to Visual Arts,educators, including health and safety issues in,Art Education, technology integration,,educational law, effective teaching practices,,research in the field, emerging trends in pedagogy,which examine issues of diversity, equity, and,inclusion.The seminar format is,intended to support student teachers in their,placements and allow for reflection and dialogue,regarding this professional experience.,Application for Directed Teaching and Departmental,permission is required. Art Education candidates,must pass DAE 520 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or,higher to qualify for certification.

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: DAE 405,DAE 510

DAH-301 CLASSICAL ART AND EARLY MEDIEVAL

Students explore the roots of Western civilization,in the classical Greco-Roman tradition. Since,architecture and sculpture are the hallmarks of,this period, major Greek and Roman monuments will,be highlighted. The course will also discuss this,classical tradition as the source of early,Christian art, Byzantine art and early medieval,art, including Romanesque.

Credits: 3

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

DAS-485 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400

The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,

FALL 2023

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,SETTING UP SHOP,
,This course is designed as a special project for,students interested in designing, creating, and,maintaining a store where students and alumni can,sell their art. Students will develop and,implement a business plan using market trends and,project management principles. Students in this,course will create a contact network to contribute,to the long-term success of the student/alumni,shop.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DAS 213