DMA-357 VIS COMM 5: ZBRUSH

Continuing from the previous Vis Comm courses in,rendering techniques, this course will focus on,producing finished imagery thru sculpting-modeling,in ZBrush. Students will learn and execute,organic and hard surface modeling techniques for,characters and props which they will render and,paint-over. Lighting, color and composition will,be stressed for final projects.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DMA 258

DMA-430 SENIOR CONCEPT STUDIO 1

This course follows the same outcomes as Senior,Studio for the other Entertainment Arts tracks. ,Based on their individual area of focus, each,student will research, conceive and develop an,in-depth final project, to be completed at a,professional level of finish, by the end of the,year. Concept Studio not only will serve students,in generating a competitive portfolio but it will,also provide important lectures about navigating,the entertainment industry in areas such as,networking, negotiating deals and deep,understanding of the industry’s environment and,politics.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DMA-358

DME-178 BLK BEG TOOL MAKING FOR OBJECT MAKER

This introductory course is an independent study,in the making of functional hand tools specific to,a chosen medium. Throughout the semester, the,processing and treatment of different types of,tool steels are emphasized. Students work on,projects independent from one another based on,each student’s specific interests. Design, steel,characteristics, hot forging, riveting,,heat-treating, and basic joinery are emphasized.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DME-378 BLK ADV TOOL MAKING FOR OBJECT MAKER

This advanced course is an investigation into the,design and fabrication of functional hand tools,specific to a selected medium. Students expand on,the technical base of hand-forged process to,explore mechanical hammering, the use of composite,metals, and alternative materials. Students work,on projects independently with relation to their,specific interests. Throughout this semester the,processing and treating of different types of tool,steels, design, steel characteristics, hot,forging, riveting, heat-treating, and basic,joinery are emphasized. Through the design and,execution of work each student is challenged to,increase practical skills, understanding of,sequence, and creative problem solving.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DME 278

DPH-209 INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHIC DIGITAL,METHODS

This course explores more advanced applications of,Photoshop, as well as more creative options for,output of digital images.,The expressive possibilities of digital,photo-manipulation are emphasized, and technical,problem solving regarding scanning and output are,addressed.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 151, DPH 155

DPH-411 PHOTOGRAPHY THESIS PROJECT I

In this course, students must demonstrate,proficiency in their specific area of photography,by producing a cohesive portfolio. Each student,works under the guidance of his or her chosen,faculty mentor. A comprehensive description of,the intended work schedule must be submitted by,the student and approved by the mentor and the,department chair. It is the student’s,responsibility to adhere to the agreed upon work,schedule and meet with his/her mentor on a,regular basis and to attend all group meetings,and seminars.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DPH 313, DPH 351, DPH 353

DSS-310 ART THERAPY MODELS

In this course, students explore theoretical,approaches to art therapy historically and the,role of the art therapist in assisting others to,reach their highest potentials. Visual and,diagnostic components, levels of expression and,influences of imagery,are addressed through case studies and art,therapy.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN 102

DTR-202 VISUAL COMMUNICATION III

In this course, students will begin making the,important transition from analog rendering to,digital visualization. This transition will,involve an introduction to popular digital,resources, an emphasis on color theory, and,constant reinforcement of the essential skills,learned in Visual Communication I & II.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DTR 201