Student Agreements – Program Acknowledgement

Incoming Students are recommended to complete a Program Acknowledgement before registration to confirm their understanding of expectations, responsibilities and commitment required for the CCS Undergraduate Program. The Program Acknowledgement outlines general expectations for the CCS Bachelor’s degree: Program Acknowledgement By accepting this agreement, I acknowledge my enrollment into the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree … Continue reading “Student Agreements – Program Acknowledgement”

Student Accounts

Accepted and enrolled students registered for credit courses at CCS are assigned a CCS student username and password from Information Technology Services to use the primary CCS platforms: *Registered students are responsible for checking CCS email periodically for campus updates and student account notifications. Various access timelines exists and may depend on student status. Additional … Continue reading “Student Accounts”

Graduate Minors (2024-2025)

Graduate Minor: Footwear Design – 9 Cr CMD 619 Footwear Design Fundamentals – 3 Credits CMD 621 Intermediate Footwear Design – 3 Credits CMD 622 Advanced Footwear Design – 3 Credits Graduate Minor: Sustainability & Design – 9 Cr Choose Three Courses – 9 Credits

CCS Course Numbering/Codes

Undergraduate 001-099 – Student Life Programs 100-199: Typically no prerequisites. Introductory courses. Primarily for Freshmen and 1st year degree requirements or beginning level minor courses. 200-299: Generally secondary/intermediate level courses taken in the sophomore year for degree programs and minors. Includes Introductory/Intermediate Special Project Courses. *285 – Special Project courses for Introductory/Intermediate levels 300-399: Upper … Continue reading “CCS Course Numbering/Codes”

CLA-612 INTRODUCTION TO EARTH SCIENCE

This course introduces scientific theories,,methodologies, and findings used to explain,anthropogenic climate change. It provides,designers and those from other disciplines with a,clear understanding of processes, terminology,,data and statistics that can reliably inform and,support problem solving and systems intervention,with multidisciplinary perspectives; it enables,credible and transparent shaping of strategic,narratives and communication. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

CLA-722 ADVOCACY IN CLIMATE POLICY

In this course, students reflect on their program,studies so far and make persuasive cases for,policy and political change. Understanding global,mapping of climate action politics, business,practices, and social justice is necessary for,effective advocacy for change. Students learn,about geo-political, economic and trading factors,that impact climate change. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

CMD-605 COLOR LAB: THEORY & SCIENCE

In this course, students are introduced to the,discipline of color, materials and finish (CMF),design to create meaningful narratives that,connect ideas, artifacts and experiences to,individuals and communities. Working in,experiential – and sometimes interdisciplinary -,projects, students collaborate alongside their,peers with design teams and external partners,within the industry. The role of a Color and,Material Designer is to participate … Continue reading “CMD-605 COLOR LAB: THEORY & SCIENCE”

CMD-606 MATERIAL LAB: CRAFTED SCIENCE

In this course, students explore the intersection,of design, craft, and science through engaging in,a series of material experiments to examine,properties, technique, mechanics, potential, and,failure to develop innovations in color,,materials, and finish design. The course supports,the student in developing and innovating ideas,using both proven and non-traditional techniques.,Students work in the wood, metal, glass, and,ceramic studios to … Continue reading “CMD-606 MATERIAL LAB: CRAFTED SCIENCE”