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This required course, is the second in a sequence,of sophomore courses, that develops an,understanding of theories, processes, and methods,associate with Communication Design practices. ,Through assigned projects, students develop the,ability to research content that translates into,concept, that consider audience, and utilize,creative problem-solving methodologies in order to,create a system of visual communication solutions.,Design Writing, research, and presentation … Continue reading “DGD-277 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION DESIGN II”

The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area(s) being explored.,document. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

This required course, the first in a sequence of,two, expands on the theories, processes and,methods presented in the second year. Students,are introduced to concepts of branding as it,relates to local or small entrepreneurial business,models. Through a series of projects, students,learn how to employ design thinking in order to,develop a visual brand strategy. In this course,students … Continue reading “DGD-311 INTERMEDIATE COMMUNICATION DESIGN I”

This required course, is the second in a sequence,of junior year courses, that develops an,understanding of theories, processes, and methods,associate with Communication Design practices. ,Through assigned projects, students develop the,ability to research content that translates into,concept, for an intended audience(s). Design,writing, research, presentation, and critical,thinking is included in this studio course, which,centers inquiry around concepts … Continue reading “DGD-312 INTERMEDIATE COMMUNICATION DESIGN II”

This required course, the first in a series of two,courses, examines concepts of contemporary design,practice within the area of Communication Design. ,In this course students will develop an,understanding of various forms of practice, from,independent contract to junior/senior positions to,studio ownership. Through on-site/virtual studio,visits that includes BIPOC business leaders,,students will learn first hand professional,expectations. Students develop … Continue reading “DGD-317 PROFESSIONAL STUDIO PRACTICE I”

This third motion design course is an elective,,and expands on the concepts and methods presented,in designing dynamic digital communications that,rely on the use of typography, image, video,,message, and sound that were introduced in Motion,I and II. Students will integrate 3D/4D concepts,to a system of dynamic design solutions that,consider more complex applications of digital and,analog tools, … Continue reading “DGD-324 MOTION 3D”

Students will work in the creative process of,original typographic design which will emphasize,exploration, historical research and synthesis of,these variables in typographic design. Students,will consider and explore various design process,methodology related to type design. Students are,encouraged to use technology and media that,reflects the project outline and student’s skill,level. Students will revisit and review,typographic nomenclature relevant to … Continue reading “DGD-352 TYPE DESIGN”

In this course, students apply their knowledge of,grid systems and type families to develop informed,solutions to complex communication problems. This,course emphasizes research methods and creative,processes that encourage experimentation.,Typographic systems are created for print,,interaction design and motion graphics. Projects,,discussions, and readings focus on the practical,and theoretical concerns in contemporary,typographic communications. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DGD 311 OR … Continue reading “DGD-353 TYPOGRAPHY IV”

This required interaction course, the last of,three, moves into more complex design principles,,code language(s), hardware/software used in the,creation of dynamic communication design solutions,that are physical, human-centric experiences that,extends our understanding of user(s) and user,groups that consider digital accessibility through,the integration of user testing, performance, and,play. Through assigned projects students will,apply an understanding of typographic form,,message … Continue reading “DGD-365 IMMERSIVE SPACES”