Tag: 2024-2025

DAD-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: DAD 235, DAD 265, DAD 283

DAH-251 HISTORY OF CRAFTS

This course surveys the major developments within,the craft tradition that have influenced,contemporary studio practices and cultural,acceptance. Emphasis is on the many social and,cultural contexts that have shaped the path of,artistic production. Particular focus will,center,on nineteenth and twentieth century innovations,and their impact on today’s craft, craftsman and,culture. This course satisfies the General,Elective requirement.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN 102

DAS-314 CREATIVE ENTREPREN: FINANCIAL,ESSENTIALS

This course instructs students in principles of,financial management specifically related to the,needs of artists and designers. It builds on,knowledge gained in DAS 213, Business Practices,,to deepened understanding of fundamental business,concepts and methods. Through coursework and,practice, students develop a set of skills and,tools relevant to operating a small or growing,start-up company, working in an independent,freelance practice, or working in a corporate,design studio or other creative environment. ,This course will examine such topics as:,measuring cash flow; working with budgets and,forecasts; evaluating financial performance;,managing working capital; allocating resources;,identifying sources of funding for,entrepreneurial ventures; presenting business,cases to investors and corporate managements;,understanding business related taxes, including,tax planning and legal considerations; selecting,an accountant or other financial advisor using,sound financial criteria; recognizing the,advantages and disadvantages of ownership such as,sole proprietor and LLC. This course may count,towards liberal arts or general elective credit.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DAS 313

DCR-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:

DFA-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:

DFD-320 ADVANCED SCREEN PRINTING ON FABRIC,,SCREEN PRINTING ON FABRIC

Students create a series of works that are,developed around a central theme pertinent to,their personal interests. An advanced level of,printing techniques with dye will be explored,while expanding the knowledge and proficiency,within the craft of printed textiles. Research of,varied sources, written artist statement, and,documentation of the creative process and finished,works are complementary to the professional,practice of this studio course.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFD 220

DGD-224 MOTION NARRATIVES

This second motion design course is an elective,,and expands on the concepts and methods presented,in designing dynamic digital communications that,rely on the use of typography, image, video,,message, and sound that were introduced in Motion,I. Students will expand on their understanding of,how messages are created in a dynamic context,using typography, image, sound, and semiotics. ,Project will integrate 2D/3D concepts that expands,on the important role of video creation and,production, including digital tools, and,techniques, relevant for communication design,majors. Projects consider appropriate narrative,messaging structures with audience(s)/User(s),needs and intents as a primary focus.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DGD 211, DGD 251, DGD 263