DMA-420 SENIOR PRODUCTION STUDIO II

This is the second of two senior-level studio,courses. The purpose of this course is to allow,students to continue to undertake a major,independently initiated project that forms a major,part of their graduation portfolio, or reel. Since,students from all tracks in the curriculum are,required to take this class, there are,opportunities for students to form teams that,include many different skills and tackle,ambitious, forward-looking projects in a,professional manner.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DMA 410

DNS-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. 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.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN 102 OR DEN 108

DPH-327 FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY AND NARRATIVE

This course examines the history of fashion,photography from the late 19th Century to the,present day and its relationship to narrative,structures and representing global cultures,,social constructs, and differently abled bodies. ,Through lectures, discussions, and assignments,,students learn how to orchestrate a fashion shoot,and implement the latest strategies in creating,fashion stories and spreads.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DPR-321 DESIGN SEMINAR

In this course, students develop a deep,understanding of the creative design process,through exposure to relevant case studies.,Students learn from a diverse historical,context and their influence on end products.,Introduction to the principles of diversity,,equity and inclusion.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 214, DPR 226

DPR-515 STUDY ABROAD

Four weeks of creative work in an environment,rich in history, beauty and design. Participants,will be exposed to a learning experience and,understanding of a different culture through a,rigorous program of study and a daily immersion,in a unique cultural setting.,,Open to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors in good,academic standing

Credits: 12

Prerequisites:

DTR-113 VISUAL COMMUNICATION I

In this introductory course, students learn how,to express their design ideas in a concise,,compelling and efficient way. Emphasis is on,analog media such as pen, markers and colored,pencils. Instructors stress the importance of,accurate perspective drawing and clear rendering,of form as a lead up to professional visual,communication techniques.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 125

DTR-305 VEHICLE SYSTEMS AND PACKAGING

This course introduces students to the,application of Vehicle Packaging and Systems,Design as an important element of modern vehicle,design work. Topics covered include applied,vehicle packaging, occupant packaging, safety and,electrical systems, powertrain, chassis, as well,as the engineering sciences of aerodynamics and,manufacturing/assembly.

Credits: 3

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