Tag: 2024-2025

DTR-126 FRESHMAN TRANS DESIGN STUDIO II

Building on the 2-D drawing and 3-D translation,methods learned in DTR 125 this course introduces,students to the fundamental design process used by,transportation designers. Through this,introduction, students will develop a basic,understanding of each phase in the process:,problem identification, concept development and,model building. Research with an eye toward,inclusive design opportunities, as well as,packaging for a variety of end users with diverse,needs will be explored. Course content may be,reinforced through field trips to local design,studios and factories.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 125

DTR-321 JUNIOR TRANS DESIGN STUDIO II

This course covers design principles, drawing,,rendering techniques and model construction for,students concentrating on pursuing a career in,transportation design or the design of automotive,industry related products. Projects sponsored by,transportation industry companies are a regular,part of this class. There are projects covering,both the exterior and interior designs of,vehicles.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DTR-432 SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II

The senior interior design studio places a strong,emphasis on research influencing fresh design,decisions. Students will look for user,experience design opportunities by investigating,sustainable materials and processes, as well as,emerging cultural and technical trends. Through,advanced presentations to sponsors, students will,illustrate the user-focused nature of their,interior designs, and their readiness to join the,transportation design community. Industry,sponsors are a regular part of this course. ,Occasionally, course content may be reinforced,through field trips to professional design studio,or factories.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 431, DTR 433, DTR 435, DTR 437

DVC-306 INTRODUCTION TO FILM

This course is designed to give students an,introduction to film as an art worthy of critical,attention. Students develop the ability to think,,discuss and write about film in an academic,context.

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).

FAD-207 FASHION ILLUSTRATION

This 15 week course introduces students to the,world of Fashion Illustration. Students regularly,review and discuss both historical and,contemporary Illustrators, artists and examples of,their work. Students analyze the Illustrator’s,composition, media, technique choices and,reasoning, to contextualize each project and,inspire progressive investigation. Students delve,into drawing, painting, collaging and mixing new,outcomes, including the incorporation of,photography and digital platforms. Guest critics,are invited to offer industry feedback for the,final presentation.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFN 104, DFN 119

FAD-485 SPECIAL PROJECT

The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,

,WINTER 2024,

,,STUART WEITZMAN SPON PROJECT,

, In this sponsored studio with Stuart Weitzman,,one of the most iconic US luxury footwear brands,,students will design and develop a collection,their assigned brief. One of the main skills for a,graduate,designer is the ability to go into a brand and,design collections based on the understanding of,the,company’s DNA. The preparation of a professional,level presentation will include research,,collection,illustrations, and tech packs. In addition, a full,a color and material story with prototypes will be,produced to demonstrate the two-dimensional,designs in a more hands-on, three-dimensional,form.,The project will be in collaboration with the,Masters in Color and Material program.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

FLM-289 EXPERIMENTAL FILMMAKING II

This advanced course in experimental filmmaking,will challenge students to research and create,forward-thinking film art-short films, video,sculptures, expanded cinema-that consider,emotional, intellectual, physical, and,technological experiences as both maker and,viewer.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: FLM 288 OR DMA 345

IAD-407 INTERDISCIPLINARY THESIS I

The Interdisciplinary Thesis is a two-semester,studio course affording students the time and,space to undertake major independent,interdisciplinary art and design projects.,Students may propose a body of related works, a,series of individual pieces, or major stand-alone,projects with the goal of producing them over the,course of two semesters alongside their peers,,capitalizing on their diverse skill sets,,professional goals, and regular critiques.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: IAD 305, IAD 308, IAD 310

CLA-606 CLIMATE ACTION STUDIO II

This is the second of a series of studio courses,that allow students on the MA and MFA Design for,Climate Action programs to develop their skills,and knowledge in live design briefs with industry,and community partners. By their nature, these,courses include socio-economic and political,considerations. The studio courses are designed to,challenge students with projects of increasing,complexity and progressively strengthen the,students’ problem-solving skills. Students solve,design problems requiring substantive research,,concept ideation and realization, and,implementation. ,Projects on this course address the environmental,impact of human habitats, including domestic waste,infrastructures, energy usage, transport systems,and logistics.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: CLA 605