Four weeks of creative work in an environment,rich in history, beauty and design. Participants,will be exposed to a learning experience and,understanding of a different culture through a,rigorous program of study and a daily immersion,in a unique cultural setting.,,Open to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors in good,academic standing
Credits: 12
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In this introductory course, students learn how,to express their design ideas in a concise,,compelling and efficient way. Emphasis is on,analog media such as pen, markers and colored,pencils. Instructors stress the importance of,accurate perspective drawing and clear rendering,of form as a lead up to professional visual,communication techniques.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DTR 125
This course introduces students to the,application of Vehicle Packaging and Systems,Design as an important element of modern vehicle,design work. Topics covered include applied,vehicle packaging, occupant packaging, safety and,electrical systems, powertrain, chassis, as well,as the engineering sciences of aerodynamics and,manufacturing/assembly.
Credits: 3
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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
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This course examines the role of the visual in,theory and practice. The approach taken is both,structural and historical, presenting various,critical frameworks and then using them to,analyze specific examples of visual culture and ,their time periods including, but not limited to,,examples of cultural appropriation and the impact,of cultural diversity. The course considers the ,visual through multiple dimensions–aesthetics, ,economics, politics, sociology, etc. It also ,reflects on the development of visual culture ,studies as an interdisciplinary field. A range ,of visual media–painting, photography, design, ,digital, etc.–and their cultural environments ,are examined. Heavy emphasis is placed on the,student’s ability to absorb visual culture theory,and apply it to written assignments and other,research. This course may be used for Social,Science credit. This course satisfies the,General Elective requirement.
Credits: 3
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In this course students will prepare a complete,collection design package including prototypes,based on a theme including fully illustrated,designs with technical details, prototypes and an,industry standard final presentation book. ,Research methods and cultural appropriation are,discussed. The students will study range planning,and pricing of various products to have a complete,and realistic view of collection design.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FAD 102
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. To participate students must be,of junior or senior status with completion of,freshman and sophomore studios. Students must,have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8. Seniors may,not be eligible to participate in an internship,during their final semester. Transfer students,must have attended one semester at CCS in addition,to meeting the other eligibility criteria.
Credits: 3
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The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area(s) being explored.,
,FALL 2023,,,
Credits: 3
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Taken in the semester prior to Interdisciplinary,Thesis I, students utilize this course to,research, identify, and develop potential thesis,projects in consideration of their specific skill,sets. Research methods will be reinforced and new,strategies for discovery will be developed, where,possible. The course will also include career,research, relevant to the individual student’s,particular path of study, with an eye toward,potential internship opportunities. Students end,the semester with a persuasive presentation,focused on their thesis concept, and are prepared,to apply for internships.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: IAD 305
Student teams create integrated advertising,campaigns for targeted and diverse consumers and,audiences for a broad range of products, brands,and social causes in television, digital media and,print. This includes unconventional approaches in,the context of a comprehensive and contemporary,media mix, addressing current industry trends.,Emphasis is placed on conceptual thinking,,leadership skills and the collaboration to create,professional campaigns for their portfolios. In,addition, students can compete in the AAF Mosaic,Awards, an annual competition for innovations in,DEI advertising.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAD 221, DAD 321, DAD 365- ADVERTISING,DAD 221, DAD 321, DAD 355- COPYWRITING