The purpose of this course is to further develop,the basic skills and techniques needed to make a,blown-glass form. Primary skills are reviewed;,additional techniques and projects are explored.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DGL 142
Tag: 2024-2025
Undergraduate (BFA) Program Information
The following is a sample of credit requirements for BFA programs. Refer to the Curriculum Chart for a desired major to view course outlines by semester. Foundation blocks are designed for intended majors. Required General Education and Open Elective credits vary by major.
Foundation Requirements Per Major
Advertising Design, Communication Design
Advertising Design, communication Design
EA/Animation, EA/Concept Design, EA/Games & Illustration
Fashion Accessories Design
Fashion Design
Film, Photography
Interior Design
Product Design
Studio Art and Craft
Transportation Design
General Education Course Requirements For All CCS Majors
English
Art History & Visual Culture
Natural Science
| DNS 200-400 | Natural Science |
General Education Electives
| 200-400 level | General Education Elective |
‡Amount of General Education Electives varies widely by major. Minimum 6 credits required across all majors, up to 15. See advisor for details.
Major & Elective Credits
Major Credits (Studio, Lecture & Electives)
Varies by major department
Total Credits = 51 – 66‡
‡Amount of General Education Electives varies widely by major. Minimum 6 credits required across all majors, up to 15. See advisor for details.
Open Electives
Any 3.0 credit course, 100 level or higher
Total Credits = 3.0 – 12.0‡
‡Amount of General Education Electives varies widely by major. Minimum 6 credits required across all majors, up to 15. See advisor for details.
| Catalog Year 24/25 | Total BFA Credits Required for CCS Majors 120-121 |
Undeclared – One Semester
Foundation Program/Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Program Overview
First Semester = 16 Credit Hours
*Actual Foundation courses confirmed in advising meeting
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SLP 007 | CCS First Year Experience | 1 |
| DFN — | Foundation Requirement 1 | 3* |
| DFN — | Foundation Requirement 2 | 3* |
| DFN — | Foundation Requirement 3 | 3* |
| DFN 150 | Discovering Your Practice | 3 |
| DVC 100 | Material Culture | 3 |
Sample Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours
**All courses based on major selection in first semester
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DFN — | Foundation Requirement 4 | 3† |
| DFN — | Foundation Requirement 5 | 3† |
| DFN — | Foundation Requirement 6 | 3†‡ |
| D– — | Department Major Studio | 3†‡ |
| D– — | Department Major Studio | 3† |
| DEN 101 | Composition I | 3 |
‡Choose one of the indicated courses.
Major Declaration required by 14th week of first semester!
Transportation Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DTR 331 | Junior Interior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 333 | Junior Exterior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 335 | Junior Mobility Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 337 | Junior Vehicle Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 302 | Visual Communication IV | 3 |
| DTR 362 | Digital Modeling III | 3 |
| DTR 304 | Portfolio & Presentation Design | 3 |
| DTR 305 | Vehicle Systems and Packaging | 3 |
Sixth Semester
16.5 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DTR 332 | Junior Interior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 334 | Junior Exterior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 336 | Junior Mobility Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 338 | Junior Vehicle Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 371 | Materials & Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| DTR 303 | Visual Communication V | 1.5 |
| DTR 461 | Digital Modeling IV | 3 |
| DAH 241 | History of Modern Design | 3 |
| DAH 200 | Western Art History/Visual Culture | 3* |
| DAH 201 | Visual Narration: Africa | 3* |
| DAH 202 | Visual Narration: Asia | 3* |
†Placed by department.
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DTR 431 | Senior Interior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 433 | Senior Exterior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 435 | Senior Mobility Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 437 | Senior Vehicle Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR — | Visual Communication VI | 1.5 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective | 3*‡ |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*‡ |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
†Placed by department.
‡DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Eighth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DTR 432 | Senior Interior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 434 | Senior Exterior Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 436 | Senior Mobility Design Studio | 3† |
| DTR 438 | Senior Vehicle Design Studio | 3† |
| DNS 200-400 | Natural Science | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| DHU — | Humanities Course | 3 |
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120/121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
First Year Experience=1; Foundations=15; Major=69; Gen Ed=33; Open Elective=3
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Transportation Design Faculty
Hojoon Kang
BS, Art Center College of Design
Paul Snyder
MFA, New York Academy
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Cleber Vieira
BFA, MacKenzie University
BFA, Instituto Europeo di Design
Jason White
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Studio Art and Craft
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SAC 205 | Sophomore Seminar | 3 |
| SAC — | Sophomore SAC Elective | 3† |
| SAC — | Sophomore SAC Elective | 3† |
| DEN 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| DAH 200 | Western Art History/Visual Culture | 3* |
| DAH 201 | Visual Narration: Africa | 3* |
| DAH 202 | Visual Narration: Asia | 3* |
†Choose from selected courses in the Studio Art & Craft Electives table below to satisfy the Sophomore SAC Studio Elective
requirements.
Fourth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DGD 103 | Rapid Prototyping | 3* |
| DGD 253 | Time & Digital Media | 3* |
| SAC — | Sophomore SAC Elective | 3† |
| SAC — | Sophomore SAC Elective | 3† |
| DAH 218 | Contemporary Art and Visual Culture | 3 |
| DHU — | Humanities Course | 3 |
†Choose from selected courses in the Studio Art & Craft Electives table below to satisfy the Sophomore SAC Studio Elective
requirements.
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SAC 380 | Junior Studio I | 3 |
| SAC — | SAC Studio Elective | 3 |
| SAC — | SAC Studio Elective | 3 |
| DVC 200 | Concepts and Methods/Visual Culture | 3* |
| D– 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3* |
Sixth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SAC 381 | Junior Studio II | 3 |
| SAC — | SAC Studio Elective | 3 |
| SAC — | SAC Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAS 303 | Professional Practice for Artists | 3 |
| DNS 200-400 | Natural Science | 3 |
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SAC 450 | Senior Studio I | 3 |
| SAC 400 | Seminar Seminar | 3 |
| SAC — | SAC Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective | 3*‡ |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*‡ |
| D— 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
‡DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Eighth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SAC 451 | Senior Studio II | 3 |
| SAC — | SAC Studio Elective | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D– 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120-121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
†Sophomore SAC Studio Elective – Choose from the selected Studio Art & Craft courses listed below to satisfy the Sophomore SAC Studio Elective requirements.
| DPM 115 Intro to Printmaking | DME 140 Metalsmithing/Jewelry | DPM 215 Intermediate Printmaking |
| DFA 120 Painting I | DME 175 Blacksmithing | DFA 251 Painting II |
| DSC 130 Intro to Sculpture | DME 245 Casting | DSC 231 Sculpture: Fabrication |
| DFD 111 Intro to Fibers Surfaces | DCE 135 Handbuilding | DFD 112 Intro to Fiber Structures |
| DGL 142 Beginning Glassblowing | DCE 105 Wheel Throwing | DGL 140 Cast Glass |
SAC Studio Electives – Successfully complete any (non-required) course from the Studio Art & Craft Department within the following subject areas to satisfy the SAC Studio Elective credits: DFA (SAC Painting & Drawing ), DDG (SAC Digital Media) , DSC (SAC Sculpture), DPM (SAC Printmaking) , DFD (SAC Textile & Fibers) , DGL (SAC Glass) , DME (SAC Metal/Jewery) ; DCE (SAC Ceramics)
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Art Practice, Crafts & Material Studies Faculty
Ebiyenyefa Baralaye
MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art BFA, Rhode Island School of Design
Lena Ellis-Boatman
MFA, Michigan State University BFA, Bowling Green State University
Valerie Jenkins
MFA, University of Minnesota BFA, Grand Valley State University
Chido Johnson
MFA, University of Notre Dame BFA, University of Georgia
Thomas Madden
MFA, Bowling Green State University BFA, Kansas State University
Jeremy Noonan
MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art BFA, College for Creative Studies
Kimberly H. Scott
MFA, School of the Art Institute of Chicago BFA, Rhode Island School of Design
Product Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
Fourth Semester
15 Credit Hours
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
Eighth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DPR 426 | Professional Development Studio II | 3 |
| DPR — | Product Design Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective (or) | 3*† |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
| D– 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D– 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120/121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
First Year Experience=1; Foundations=15; Major=60; Gen Ed=39; Open Electives=6
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Product Design Faculty
Greg Darby
BFA, College for Creative Studies
John Kaloustian
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Stephen Schock
MFA, Wayne State University BFA, Center for Creative Studies
Patrick Schiavone
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Photography
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120/121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
Total credits: 121: First Year Experience=1; Foundations=15; Major=57; Gen Ed=42; Elective=6
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Photography Faculty
Scott Northrup
MA, The New School
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Eleanor Oakes
MFA, Stanford University BFA, Princeton University
Bill Valencenti
BFA, Columbia College
Interior Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
Fourth Semester
15 Credit Hours
Junior
Fifth Semester
16.5 Credit Hours
Senior
Seventh Semester
13.5 Credit Hours
Eighth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DIN 432 | Senior Interior Design Studio II | 3 |
| DIN — | Interior Design Elective | 3 |
| D– 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D– 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120/121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
First Year Experience=1; Foundations=18; Major=60; Gen Ed=36; Open Electives=6
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Interior Design Faculty
Sandra Olave
MFA, College for Creative Studies
BFA, Universidad Autonoma Del Caribe
Interdisciplinary Art & Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Faculty Mentoring Required: Must Complete Plan of Work before registering for 3rd year.
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Second Semester
15 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GUS 100 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3§ |
| GUS 100 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3§ |
| DEN 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| DAH 200 | Western Art History/Visual Culture | 3* |
| DAH 201 | Digital Narration: Africa | 3* |
| DAH 202 | Digital Narration: Asia | 3* |
| D– 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
§Faculty Mentoring/Plan of Work required before 3rd year registration
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 305 | Art as Narrative | 3 |
| GUS 200-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| D– 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
| DNS 200-400 | Natural Science | 3 |
| D— 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
Sixth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 308 | Art as Propaganda | 3 |
| IAD 310 | IAD Research & Portfolio | 3 |
| GUS 200-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective (or) | 3*† |
| DVC 200-300 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
| D— 100-400 | Open Elective | 3 |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 407 | Interdisciplinary Thesis I | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| D– 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective (or) | 3*† |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Eighth Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IAD 408 | Interdisciplinary Thesis II | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| GUS 300-400 | Undergraduate Studio Elective | 3 |
| DAE – – – | Art Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
| D— 200-400 | General Education Elective | 3 |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120/121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
Total credits: 121: First Year Experience=1; Foundations=15; Major=51; Gen Ed=42; Open Electives=12
GUS – Undergraduate Studio Elective – Required studio electives for the IAD major from an approved major/department. GUS course levls with an (*) exp. GUS 200*, must be satisfied at the level listed; other electives must be taken within the range listed (exp. 200-400 level). Mentoring is required for course approvals.
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Film, Interdisciplinary Art & Design Faculty
Scott Northrup
MA, The New School
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Illustration
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements
Catalog Year 2024/2025
Freshman
First Semester
15-16 Credit Hours
Sophomore
Third Semester
15 Credit Hours
Junior
Fifth Semester
15 Credit Hours
Senior
Seventh Semester
15 Credit Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DIL 483 | Illustration Studio A | 3 |
| DIL 406 | Structural Figure Illustration | 3 |
| DIL 408 | Future Illustration Media | 3 |
| DIL 458 | Beyond the Portfolio | 3 |
| DAH 200-400 | Art History Elective | 3*† |
| DVC 200-400 | Visual Culture Elective | 3*† |
†DAH/DVC must be taken at the 200 level or higher
Catalog Year 24/25
Total Credits 120/121
*International students that require ELS-101 (4.0 cr); Total Credits = 121/122
Total credits: 121; First Year Experience=1; Foundations=15; Major=57; Gen Ed=42; Elective=6
General Education Electives – Successfully complete any 200-400 level (non-required) Liberal Arts course, from subjects: DAH-Art History, DAS-Academic Studies, DEN-English, DHS-History, DLE-Liberal Elective, DNS-Natural Science DSS-Social Science, DPL-Philosophy, etc), DVC-Visual Culture.
Open Electives – Successfully complete any (3.0 credit) 100-400 level (non-required) course from an Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Illustration Faculty
Gil Ashby
MFA, School of Visual Arts BFA, School of Visual Arts
Elizabeth Bauer
MFA, University of Notre Dame
BFA, Ringling College of Art and Design
Don Kilpatrick
BFA, University of Georgia
Erik Olsen
MFA, Wayne State University BFA, Art Center College of Design
Francis Vallejo
MA, Savannah College of Art and Design BFA, Ringling College of Art & Design