Tag: 2024-2025

DME-377 BLK ADV CONTEMPORARY DECORATIVE IRON

This course combines the tools and practices of,the traditional blacksmith with modern machine and,fabrication technology. Students refine the,forging of ferrous and non-ferrous metals into a,variety of decorative and utilitarian objects with,an emphasis on contemporary fabrication,techniques. Topics include discipline relevant,terms and vocabulary, related technology, tool,making, and a survey of this versatile process,with a focus on its contemporary application.,Advanced students expand the technical base of,hand-forged process to explore mechanical,hammering, arc welding, machining, and cold,joinery. Independent design and execution of work,challenges each student to gain confidence in the,practical execution, sequence, and creative,problem solving. Students at this level self,direct the parameters of each assignment; develop,patterns, material specifications and produce work,to a professional standard.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DME 277

DPR-333 PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES

This course teaches students to build strategies,for compelling presentation and self-branding.,Students learn a variety of digital tools and,utilize them to communicate concepts and skills,through presentations and marketing collateral,,which may include a resume, portfolio, website,,blog, and videos.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPR 214, DPR 226

DTR-201 VISUAL COMMUNICATION II

In this course, sophomore transportation students,expand upon the basic drawing skills learned in,Visual Communication I. Convincing description of,original designs via multiple perspective views,and tonal modeling to describe form is stressed. ,Through group analysis of work, students learn,how to improve their skills, as well as how to,professionally give and receive constructive,criticism.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 113

DTR-331 JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO

The junior-year interior design studio expands on,the process emersion experienced at the sophomore,level. The importance of a compelling,,customer-driven design story as the basis for,interior work is stressed. Students are expected,to employ advanced thinking in terms of,aesthetics, primary research, inclusive human,factors, design theory and brand experience. The,presence of corporate sponsors along the way will,promote a process that has real-world career,relevance. The use of virtual reality and,animation will further ensure the students’,understanding of the interior space and the,interaction of a diverse cross section of users,with their design solutions. Occasionally,,course content may be reinforced through field,trips to professional design studios or factories.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR202,DTR231,DTR257,DTR233

DTR-433 SENIOR EXTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO

The senior exterior studio emphasizes the role,research plays in creating original design ideas.,Students will look for design opportunities via,the investigation of sustainable materials and,processes, varying aesthetic tastes, packaging for,a diverse cross section of users, as well as,emerging cultural and technical trends. Advanced,presentations to sponsors will show the students’,user-focused approach, as well as their readiness,to join the transportation design community.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 332, DTR 334, DTR 336, DTR 338

DVC-401 FILM NOIR AND BEYOND

Film Noir, with roots in German Expressionism and,American hard-boiled fiction, is an enduring,cinematic phenomenon. Beginning in the 1940’s,,Hollywood-produced stories of ill-fated,protagonists seduced by femmes fatales, dirty,deals, and double-crossing partners, struck a,nerve with American audiences (and soon after,World War II with French critics who named and,defined the “Noir” style). These dark tales,reflected a 20th century malaise spawned by the,Great Depression, WWII, and a contemporary shift,in gender roles. Our course will examine the,origins of Noir. This course may also be applied,to an upper level English or Liberal Arts,Elective. This course satisfies the General,Elective requirement.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN 239, DVC 200 OR DVC 306