Category: Academic Programs & Courses

DFN-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

Prerequisites:

DGD-324 MOTION 3D

This third 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 and II. Students will integrate 3D/4D concepts,to a system of dynamic design solutions that,consider more complex applications of digital and,analog tools, while also focusing on the different,audiences/users, editorial messages structures,,and editing choices to meet the needs of the,project goals.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DGD 224, DGD 311 OR DGD 312

DGD-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

Prerequisites: DGD 311 OR DGD 312

DIL-246 ANATOMICAL FIGURE ILLUSTRATION

This course provides students with a comprehensive,survey of the entire human skeleton and major,muscle areas as they relate to figure,illustration. Focusing on human anatomy lectures,,composition, proportion, and life drawings,,students create their own anatomy sketchbooks.,Study of the head, hands, and feet is a major part,of this course, along with figure construction,,using photo reference. Figure sculpture is also,incorporated as the students create their own bone,and muscle studies out of clay. A variety of,media and illustration techniques are used.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIL 159, DIL 247

DIL-458 BEYOND THE PORTFOLIO

This course, which must be taken in the first,semester of the senior year will provide a,business education that will serve to empower,students to obtain a fulfilling art career.,Students will compare four illustration markets,and identify what market is appropriate for their,work and lifestyle. In addition to this topics and,issues relating to best sustainable business,practices relevant to local, national, and global,communities, and how the student can have a,positive impact as a responsible creative,businessperson. Students will use the most,contemporary resources and promotional practices,to create materials to support the students in,the illustration market of their choosing.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIL 342

DIN-261 ENVIRONMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY AND HUMAN,FACTORS

Human perception of the environment influences,behavior, mood and productivity. In this course,,students develop awareness of ergonomics and,anthropometrics in terms of human dimensions and,movement.,Proxemics, the study of personal space needs, are,also explored while visual perception and dynamics,of color are applied in three-dimensional spaces.,The psychological needs of special populations,(impaired, elderly, children, etc.) are also,investigated. This course provides students with,an awareness of how human needs at home and in the,workplace influence design decisions and impact,quality of life.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DIN-505 AICAD EXCHANGE

Through the College’s affiliation with the,Association of Independent Colleges of Art and,Design, junior or first semester senior students,in good academic standing have the opportunity to,spend a semester (fall or winter) or a full year,studying at another member institution in the,United States or abroad. Application information,is available in the Academic Advising and,Registration Office.

Credits: 12

Prerequisites:

DLE-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

(This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.,
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, SUMMER 2024,
,COSTA RICA,
,There’s nothing quite like the rain forests of the,”Rich Coast.” At its heart, the,Central American country boasts an epic landscape,that is home to nearly 5 percent of,the world’s biodiversity. Discover how fragile,these endangered ecosystems are as you,travel through different rainforest preserves and,unearth dazzling displays of color and,sound. Explore also the unique art and culture of,some of Costa Rica’s most vibrant,cities and towns.

Credits: 3

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