Category: Undergraduate

Catalog

DPL-355 ART, DESIGN & SOCIAL JUSTICE

What is the artist’s role and responsibility in,an historic moment of critical transition in the,environment and in society as a whole? This class,creates the space for a thoughtful examination of,various theories of ethics and justice as they,apply to the visual arts in relation to the,environment. Students will explore the writing of,diverse theorists in justice and ethics and the,practical response of artists to the rapidly,changing world around them. Attention will be,given to all popular mediums that provide the,visual text in our evolving world.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: Take one 3.0 credit, 200 level course from one of the,following subjects: DAH (Art History), DEN (English), DAS,(Academic Studies), DVC (Visual Culture).

DPR-308 CROWD SOURCE TECHNOLOGY

This course is an introduction to the application,of modern technologies, in the practical execution,of disruptive product design. With a focus on,project organization, open-source electronics,platform (Arduino), community code forums,,sensors, rapid prototyping techniques with lasers,,and process documentation.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 225, DPR 226

DPR-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.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: SLP 007

DTR-303 VISUAL COMMUNICATION V

In this advanced course, students will hone a,concise, yet impactful digital visualization of,their design proposals. Environmental rendering,and sequential storyboarding will be emphasized,,as well as the presence of the human figure to,indicate scale and user interaction. In addition,,students will strive to depict solutions that,promote inclusivity and equitability for potential,users. Student work will showcase these skills,with a high level of continuity and clarity.

Credits: 1.5

Prerequisites: DTR 302

DTR-371 MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

This course covers the fundamentals of materials,and manufacturing processes. Mass-production,methods in metals and plastics are the focus,,including the fabrication of individual parts and,assembly of completed products. A basic,understanding of the limitations and possibilities,of both modern and emerging manufacturing methods,will be stressed, including how these methods can,be leveraged to create designs with sustainable,life cycles. Vehicle size, weight, frontal area,,ownership, maintenance and other critical factors,will be discussed as they pertain to materials and,manufacturing.

Credits: 3

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

DTR-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 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:

FAD-202 ACCESSORIES DESIGN II

In this course students will learn basic methods,of handbag construction. This involves pattern,cutting, sewing, canvas model construction, and,producing the final bag. The student will learn,how to translate ideas from a two-dimensional,sketch to a three-dimensional handbag. The,students will be trained on various industrial,machines as well.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

FAD-404 FASHION BUYING AND MERCHANDISING

Effective fashion buying and merchandising are,key to success in fashion retailing. An,understanding of the retail business environment,gives students the ability to perform more,effectively as design professionals.,Merchandisers can provide information on,profitability and sales to impact the design,process. The designers must learn to balance this,feedback with their creative process in order to,achieve corporate goals and maintain brand,integrity.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FAD 204, FAD 309

FLM-254 PLAYING THE SELF

Playing the Self is an interdisciplinary studio,open to all majors interested in exploring how,fiction, reality, and play are essential,components of an engaged social practice rooted,in making and becoming. The manipulation of the,viewer/voyeur, fulfillment of fantasy, projection,of desires, parasocial behavior, and related,identifiers will be examined as well as the,influence of various social constructs-gender,,race, class-on our understanding of art, artists,,and representations of the self.

Credits: 3

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