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DTR-371 MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

This course covers the fundamentals of materials,and manufacturing processes. Mass-production,methods in metals and plastics are the focus,,including the fabrication of individual parts and,assembly of completed products. A basic,understanding of the limitations and possibilities,of both modern and emerging manufacturing methods,will be stressed, including how these methods can,be leveraged to create designs with sustainable,life cycles. Vehicle size, … Continue reading “DTR-371 MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING PROCESSES”

AVIS-098 CERAMICS: SLIP CASTING

Open to all skill levels. Learn the basics of,clay model-making and plaster mold-making to make,multiple casts in slip. Intermediate students,will learn how to make more complex multi-part,molds. All students will also explore different,glazing and firing techniques including reduction,and electric firing. Limit 10 students. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:

DFA-490 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 … Continue reading “DFA-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY”

DLE-411 CARE OF THE CITY: DETROIT, ART,,AND THE PRACTICE OF REINVENTION

Care of the City: Detroit is an introduction to,Social Practice and Post-Studio art which through,an exploration of spaces of marginality and,collapse in cities in relation to durational,collaboration with communities as a response to,collapse and as evidence of an ethics of care. The,main question pursued: what does it mean to care,for a city? And: is care … Continue reading “DLE-411 CARE OF THE CITY: DETROIT, ART,,AND THE PRACTICE OF REINVENTION”

PCS-142 PERFORMATIVE SPACES

This introductory studio course provides students,the opportunity to develop skills in presentation,,storytelling, writing, and performance in a studio,practice context. Projects will broaden student’s,understanding of contemporary current events,,recontextualizing themes through their own voice,or personal lens. Students apply skills,,materials, and tools gained thus far in their,first-year experience to explore the narrative,development of ideas found in contemporary culture,that … Continue reading “PCS-142 PERFORMATIVE SPACES”

AVIS-099 CERAMICS

Students will experience and understand basic ,elements and principles of art as applied to the,3,dimensional practice of sculpture: such as line, ,shape and balance through the manipulation of,clay,Hand building techniques will be combined with,mold and casting techniques. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:

DFA-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

(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 … Continue reading “DFA-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE”

AVIS-100 CERAMICS: WHEEL THROWING

Open to all skill levels including beginners. ,Learn the basics of using the potter’s wheel to,create your own functional ceramics. Intermediate,students will learn how to assemble pieces to,create multifaceted pieces. All students will,also explore different glazing and firing,techniques including: Reduction, Wood, and,Electric firing. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:

DFA-505 AICAD EXCHANGE

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:

DLE-490 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 … Continue reading “DLE-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY”