New technology and software are always permeating,into the field of Product Design. In this course,you will build upon and expand your current,digital skillset and explore software and possible,new hardware that will enhance your current design,process and outcomes
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DPR 161
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,
,FALL 2023,
,VISUAL STORYTELLING: 2D DESIGN & LAYOUT ,
,In this course, students will explore various,digital tools that focus on 2D graphic layout and,image manipulation. Through engaging various,reading investigation and in project-based,learning situations, students will develop an,understanding of Gestalt theory and its,application to visual elements such as,compositional space, balance, contrast, direction,,emphasis, pattern, and proportion. They will also,learn the basics of working with type and fonts to,create visual hierarchy, organization, and,effective messaging. Moreover, students will be,introduced to selected AI tools within the Adobe,Creative Suite that assist in image manipulation,and modification. Lastly, the course will provide,instruction on proper digital file management and,optimization techniques.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
In this course, students are exposed to theories,,philosophies, aesthetics, techniques, historical,issues and contemporary conditions influencing,film, video and digital motion message making.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DEN 102
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
In this course, students learn the foundation,skills, techniques and related tools to,effectively make a clay model through the model,making process. Orthographic drawings and,templates are also utilized. Students are,expected to complete a sketch interpretation,project where they will build a 3D clay model,from a 2D sketch. To take this course, students,must get permission from Precollege and,Continuing Studies.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
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. 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 educational goals, learning outcomes, meeting dates, course expectations, timelines, and due dates.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
In this course, students focus on the world of,accessories through design and making. Students,learn how to conduct culturally appropriate,creative research and how to translate those ideas,into bankable products. Students use the,information learned in class to create a full,design package consisting of mood, materials,,color, illustration and line drawings with,diversity consideration.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
In the Collection studio students formulate,everything that goes into the presentation and,planning of the final collection. This includes,model dressing, photo shoots, and creation of the,final book (which will be used as promotional,material relating to the final collection). The,final book (digital and printed) will include,documented process images, mood-color-material,information, final collection illustrations,,line-up flats, technical drawings, collection,details, product shots and editorial photo shoots.,FAD 402 runs parallel to FAD 403 Masterpiece,Collection Studio.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FAD 301, FAD 303, FAD 401
This course reinforces and builds upon the,fundamentals of Sound Design I, introducing new,tools and concepts, with consideration for more,figurative, rather than literal, expressions.,Students master the sound recording booth and mix,rooms.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FLM 225 or DMA 312
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
Prerequisites: