This is an Adobe Illustrator based course focused on creating images and patterns that can be applied to a variety of surfaces. Students source a variety of materials and explore planar networks and modular systems for design applications. Formatting design files for cnc / laser manufacturing are explained, and presentation skills are emphasized using InDesign to create a final process book along with a variety of material studies.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 119
Through the College’s affiliation with the Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design, junior or first semester senior students in good 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:
This class offers the student the opportunity to observe and draw the figure from life, both human (examining a multitude of varied form) and animal. We will be drawing in class as well as on location. The focus will be on quick sketches, observing a wide range of diverse figure in motion through gestural poses in class and observing animals and people on location. In addition, the instructor will lecture and do demonstrations in class. Through quick sketches in class and on location the student will gain confidence in their drawing skills, and through observation acquire an internal sense of how the body moves, and skills that will greatly enhance their artistic goals.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 101, DFN112
This course guides students through a wide variety of topics related to the game industry. Portfolio development, professional presentation skills, technical research into new and emerging technologies and Industry 4.0 are touched on within this course. Through student initiated research projects or, when available, industry partnerships and interdepartmental collaborations, students will have an opportunity to work in a team environment to execute projects from design to completion.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DMA 340
(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
This advanced course in experimental filmmaking will challenge students to research and create forward-thinking film art-short films, video sculptures, expanded cinema-that consider emotional, intellectual, physical, and technological experiences as both maker and viewer.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:, FLM 288 OR DMA 345
Building on the conceptual and problem-solving skills learned, students create advertising for media ranging from social posts to online entertainment, emerging to immersive media with emphasis placed on a targeted and diverse marketing message. Current industry trends are reviewed including, graphics, motion, special effects, production techniques, editing and directing. Historical context of storytelling and digital media is put into perspective as well. Students learn effective strategy techniques to identify and solve new media specific advertising problems for a targeted and diverse consumers and audiences. Increased focus is placed on futurist thought while students learn the strategies, processes, and storytelling techniques used for developing concepts in this ever-evolving industry for a broad range of products, brands and social causes. Presentations specific to digital media ideas are practiced on a regular basis.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAD 235, DAD 250, DAD 283
During the Directed Teaching semester, the responsibilities of a professional teacher are experienced first-hand at extended placements in school settings.This includes experiences in urban, suburban, and rural settings providing diverse perspectives and spaces to negotiate as student develop professional practice. This practicum involves a broad spectrum of experiences, including a combination of observation, small group work, and eventual whole class instruction. Because the Visual Arts (LQ) Endorsement certifies a teacher for K-12 instruction, placements are made for candidates at two sites, one in an Elementary setting and one in the Secondary setting. Offered for Pass (P) or Fail (F) grades only. DAE 510 is required to be taken in conjunction with DAE 520, Professional Seminar.
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: DAE 405 DAE 520
Students will be self-directed in developing a proposal for their thesis body of work. Studio work of and presentations support the development of their thesis. Critical readings, discussion, visiting artists and critique will take place in class. Students will prepare a portfolio to apply to professional opportunities. Students will consider how their group and individual identity informs their thesis work.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DCR 351
Junior or first-semester senior students in good academic standing have the opportunity to spend a semester (fall or winter) or a full year of study at an accredited institution abroad. Information is available from International Student Services.
Credits: 12
Prerequisites: