DSS-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 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: Take one 3.0 credit, 200 level course from one of the,following subjects: DAH (Art History), DEN (English), DAS,(Academic Studies), DVC (Visual Culture).

DTR-304 PORTFOLIO AND PRESENTATION DESIGN

This course develops a student’s ability to,package their collective body of work into a set,of self-marketing tools representing their,abilities as a designer. Students will focus on,the review, editing, analysis, preparation,improvement and potential social impact of their,portfolio content. Based on faculty assessment,and personal goals, students will develop,individual strategies to pursue employment in the,professional market. These will include resumes,,business card, websites, print communications and,other relevant marketing materials.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 202, DTR 221, DTR 231, DTR 233, DTR 257

DTR-420 SENIOR TRANS DESIGN STUDIO I

This course undertakes major projects lasting one,semester each. The design development process,involves a product plan, technical specification,,sketches and a finished model. Sponsored projects,by transportation companies and transportation,component suppliers are a regular part of this,class.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

FAD-204 BUSINESS ANTHROPOLOGY

This class applies concepts of anthropology to,business with a special emphasis on the fashion,industry. Students are introduced to research,methods such as ethnography, psychogeography,,participant observation as well as surveys. Case,studies and in-depth retail analysis are utilized,to provide insight into consumer behavior as well,as cultural patterns and trends and their,implications for product design, marketing,,merchandising, and retail display of fashion,accessories. In addition this class will consider,race, diversity and social justice issues in,relation to the consumer and corporate social,responsibility.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FAD 102

FAD-411 SENIOR STUDIO-PRE-COLLECTION

In this studio students construct the prototypes,for the final collection. They are required to,construct six total looks based on the designs,,including tops and bottoms and/or accessories,depending on the emphasis. The prototypes will,help students to develop solutions when,constructing their final collection in the,following semester. This class runs parallel with,FAD 401: Advanced Collection Design.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FAD 311

FLM-278 DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING I

This is a course in the aesthetics and techniques,of documentary film production. Exercises and,assignments emphasize research and interview,techniques, story, technical skills, and the,legalities and ethics associated with non-fiction,filmmaking. Students produce a series of,individual and collaborative documentary shorts.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FLM 201, FLM 225 or DMA 312

IAD-105 INTERDISCIPLINARY STRATEGIES

Students engage in a series of personal and,collaborative projects requiring them to invent,new rules and processes for research, testing, and,making through the acts of inquiry, observation,,play, material exploration, testing, and,fabrication. This course functions an introduction,to an interdisciplinary studio practice as well as,to the various disciplines that make up the,College. Students gain an understanding of the,facilities, opportunities, and course offerings,that each department has to offer them, which will,help with direction and course selection in the,coming semesters. This studio incorporates,reading, writing, and critical thinking as vital,components of a holistic studio practice,,instilling a fundamental approach to the program.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DAD-366 EXPERIENTIAL MEDIA

This course will expose students to emerging,technologies across all industries. Students,research and explore emerging technologies, and,develop strategies for implementation into,immersive user experiences focused on the,conceptualization and inclusive design for,targeted and diverse consumers and audiences.,Futurist platform projects ask students to,envision interactive media many years out.,Students also explore the integration and function,of interactive media in full-spectrum,communications from concept and pitch deck to,budget and scope of each project, and presentation,techniques for interactive concepts. It,contributes to an advanced undergraduate’s digital,media portfolio.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DAD 321, DAD 365

DAE-407 READING & LANG ARTS METHODS

This course is dedicated to teaching Art Education,candidates the essential components of instruction,for students who are learning to read. Students,study theory and research frameworks for,comprehending the scope and challenges of teaching,for literacy, as well as practical methods for,direct, explicit instruction in reading. The,broader area of Language Arts instruction is,examined in the contexts of arts integration and,children’s literature which is inclusive of global,cultures, identity, and contextually meaningful in,nature. Awareness of appropriate uses for,technology and information age learning in K-12,schools is taught with applications of technology,enhanced learning experiences. For this course,,students assist regularly with experienced,,certified Reading Teachers in K-8 classrooms. Ten,hours Field Experience in K-8 educational settings,required outside of class. Field experiences and,hours are an integral part of each art education,course. Students are expected to participate in,field during the course of the semester in a,professional and timely manner. Students must,complete all required field hours and associated,field experience assignments in the course before,they can register for the next art education,course. Art Education candidates must pass DAE 407,with a grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify,for certification.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DAE 315 AND DAE 405