Category: Graduate Course Catalog

CMD-621 INTERMEDIATE FOOTWEAR DESIGN

In this course, students conduct an in-depth,exploration of intermediate techniques in,researching and constructing footwear. The,curriculum covers patternmaking, cutting, sewing,,and the creation of one shoe in several iterations,of color and materials. The coursework focuses on,transforming concepts from two-dimensional paper,patterns into three-dimensional products,,utilizing diverse materials that are integral to,Color, Material, and Finish (CMF) design in,footwear. Moreover, students gain insight into the,operation and maintenance of industrial machinery,essential to the shoemaking process.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: CMD-619

DGR-711 THESIS PROJECT I

Thesis I is part one of a self-directed major,project that will be the culmination of the,graduate study experience. Students will,critically situate the project in a specific,context and will be informed by robust research,methodologies. Students will develop a body of,well-documented research and development work,,that will underpin thematically relevant creative,outcomes in part two, evidencing practical impact,and/or a critical provocation.

Credits: 6

Prerequisites:

GRT-531 GRAD FOUNDATION:DIG MODELING I

This digital modeling course introduces students,to digital orthographic drawing, leading to basic,3-D digital modeling and rendering using industry,standard software such as Autodesk Alias and,Blender. Students prepare a comprehensive,presentation at the end of semester which includes,critical self-assessment and reflection of their,developmental strengths and needs.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

GRT-775 GRADUATE INTERNSHIP 6 CREDIT

Participation in an internship experience allows,students to use classroom-learned skills in a,related employment experience. Students must work,a minimum of 135 hours over the course of the,entire semester. Students must have a minimum,cumulative GPA of 3.0. All internships must be,approved by the graduate program department,chairperson.

Credits: 6

Prerequisites:

CMD-622 ADVANCED FOOTWEAR DESIGN

Within this course, students engage with advanced,techniques in crafting luxury footwear, fostering,an inclusive environment with a curriculum that,includes advanced patternmaking, cutting, sewing,,and the creation of varied footwear styles,,including pumps, boots, sandals, and sneaker,constructions. The final outcome will result in,students producing a footwear collection,,developing a deep understanding of diverse color,and finish strategies for materials and hardware,,and reflecting on a spectrum of cultural,influences. Students are trained on various,industrial machines and how to make sole and heel,components with leather, including high-heel,attachment techniques. This inclusive approach,nurtures skills in CMF design while acknowledging,and valuing diverse perspectives, cultural,influences, and material choices in the field of,footwear design.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: CMD-621

DGR-712 THESIS PROJECT II

This course is designed to help students,articulate and execute a body of work that is the,culmination of his/her graduate study experience.,Students should be able to synthesize external,factors – such as technological, global,,environmental issues and trends, including social,change – translate them into a form that is,meaningful in a business setting, and create,relevant design solutions. “Relevant” in this,context requires that students’ design solutions,resonate with an identified market segment, from,all design and functional standpoints.

Credits: 6

Prerequisites: DGR 711

GRT-532 GRAD FOUNDATION:DIG MODELING II

This course builds upon the skills learned in,Digital Modeling and Rendering I; students are,introduced to more complex surfaces, shapes and,building techniques. Skills such as modeling to a,package, dimensional accuracy and maintaining,surface continuity are stressed. Students prepare,a comprehensive presentation at the end of,semester which includes critical self-assessment,and reflection of their developmental strengths,and needs.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: GRT 531

GRT-790 INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent Study is available to graduate,students 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.

Credits: 3

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MAE-601 ADVANCED CURRICULUM DESIGN

This course is designed to offer art education, ,current concepts in art education curriculum and,curriculum theory through readings, reflective,thinking, discussion, and interactions with peers.,The course assignments will enable them to make,sound professional decisions in curriculum,planning, design and instruction.

Credits: 3

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