DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

In this course, students explore the computer as a,tool to support an artist/designer’s practice,,including the software required for creative,digital imagery in both pixel and vector-based,software. Students work with industry standard,software packages appropriate for art and design,to gain an understanding of the tools used to,create and manipulate digital imagery.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

ELECT-OPEN OPEN ELECTIVE 100-400

Take any 3.0 credit course 100-400 level to,satisfy “Open Electives”. Department permission,may be required for courses restricted to certain,majors or that require a specific credit status,(exp. junior or senior status). Number of required,”Open Electives” will vary per major/department.,Confirm all credit requirements by reviewing,program degree requirements in “My Progress” or,see an Academic Advisor.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

GRD-721 INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Entrepreneurs and designers alike need to have a,good understanding of the business landscape,within which contemporary design-driven groups and,corporations are inextricably embedded. The class,explores issues, theories, cultures, and methods,associated with designing an “ideal business”. ,The aim is to develop a business design strategy,and a plan, both imaginative and reliable, to,initiate new ventures, through means of design,methodology, sensitivity, and culture, for,business.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: GRD 720

MOD-790 MOTION DESIGN 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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PCS-118 3D DESIGN

This course is an introduction to the principles,,vocabulary and mechanics of three dimensional,design, including the exploration and application,of color theory. Students explore design concepts,through lectures, readings, discussions, hands-on,studio assignments and critiques. This is the,second in a two-part design sequence, required to,complete the Foundation design curriculum.

Credits: 3

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