This course studies the techniques and procedures,for identifying and forecasting fashion trends.,This includes the evaluation and analysis of,current fashion trends and prediction of future,trends. Students learn to recognize and analyze,business trends and how they affect fashion and,retail. During this course you will review how,socioeconomic and cultural factors influence what,we wear and what we ultimately buy.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FAD 204
This course focuses on the fundamentals of visual,storytelling by engaging students in a series of,individual and collaborative exercises designed to,develop an understanding of the camera, lenses,,and lights, non-linear editing techniques, and a,basic understanding of sound in relation to image.,Students make three short films exploring fiction,,non-fiction and experimental forms. Selected film,and video works are analyzed throughout the,semester with the aim of a critical awareness of,theory and practice.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FLM 103
This course affords students the time and space to,undertake major independently initiated film,projects, series, and/or other moving image works.,Students may propose narrative, documentary and/or,experimental projects with the goal of producing,them over the course of two semesters alongside,their peers, capitalizing on their pooled skill,sets and goals.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: FLM 364 OR DMA 333
(This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SLP 007
Students use marketing strategy to identify mobile,marketing opportunities for targeted and diverse,consumer and user groups, utilizing current,industry concept techniques, trends and relevant,and cutting edge software skills to design,universal and inclusive design concepts, prototype,and test unique smartphone applications.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAD 235, DAD 250, DAD 283
(This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: SLP 007
This course concentrates on significant movements,within the field of photography and accompanying,historical and political events that occurred,from the invention of photography in 1839 through,its many stages of development to the present,day. The course further reflects on how,photography continues to influence cultures,globally. This course satisfies the General,Elective requirement.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DEN 102
Art is not created in a vacuum. It exists within,contexts that are historical, cultural,,political, economic, technological, and physical., This course uses social theory to explore the,relationship between art and practice and the,urban environment. The class will examine the,perspectives of important thinkers in course,modules organized around major themes. Case,studies of specific art practices will also be,examined. These case studies will demonstrate a,diverse set of cultural viewpoints and strategies.,Ultimately, this course offers students an,opportunity to study art as an aspect of personal,identity, a mode of social organization, and a,source of critical and imaginative power within,the city. This course satisfies the General,Elective requirement.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAH 200, DAH 201 (or DAH 202)
In this course, students are encouraged to break,away from tradition by combining imagination and,metaphorical imagery with practicality.,Handbuilding and slipcasting techniques are,utilized in creating a teapot. Throughout the,term, students focus on a singular form,,developing a design that can range from extremely,minimal to baroque in style. The final project,includes presentation of the teapot.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
This is an Adobe Photoshop based course focusing,on creating interconnected repeat patterns and,textile artworks via painting, collage, and mixed,media. Students produce original designs, repeat,layouts, coordinates, and colorways while,exploring mood boards, color palettes and design,application. File management and printing options,are explained, and presentation skills are,emphasized using InDesign to create a final,process book along with a variety of material,studies.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 119