2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Category: Undergraduate

2026-2027 Academic Catalog

  • DDG-253 TIME AND DIGITAL MEDIA

    In this course students are introduced to sound,,video, and performance as a means to examine,contemporary interdisciplinary studio practice. ,Individual and collaborative assignments explore,a range of themes and ideas that manifest through,an integration of traditional materials and,techniques with time and digital based media. ,Presentation, display, and documentation of work,is critically considered with-in the context of,performative, sight specific, time based, and,ephemeral work. Students will also gain knowledge,of the work of individual and collaborative,conptemporary artists who work between 2-D, 3-D,,and 4-D media.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: SAC 105 (or DFA 105), DFA 120, DSC 130 (or DFA 130) and,DFN 119

  • DDG-272 3D PRINTING WITH CAD

    This course is an introduction to computer-aided,design for 3D printing. Students learn to 3D,model in Rhino, how to design for 3D printing,requirements, and how to prepare and support their,models for the 3D printer. Emphasis is on the,creation of designs intended for 3D printing and,addressing the requirements and limitations of,various printing technologies.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DDG-285 3D DESIGN FOR MOLD

    The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,

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    ,3D DESIGN FOR MOLD ,,

    ,In this course students will learn to utilize 3D,design processes including 3D modeling, 3D,printing, laser cutting, and CNC milling for mold,making. Mold making processes will include but are,not limited to open face molds for high and low,temperature materials, 2 part and multi-part,molds, rubber molds, glove molds, castable resin,3D printing for investment casting, laser cutting,stackable molds, CNC milling direct molds. Other,topics covered will include surface smoothing and,finishing of 3D prints, material compatibilities,,burnout processes, and experimental casting.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: Take DDG-103

  • DDG-315 DIGITAL FABRICATION: ADVANCED PROJECTS

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DCR 103 DCR 252

  • DDG-316 DIGITAL PRINT AND PATTERN DESIGN

    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

  • DDG-352 VECTORS AND PLIABLE PLANES

    This is an Adobe Illustrator based course focused,on creating images and patterns that can be,applied to a variety of surfaces. Students source,a variety of materials and explore planar networks,and modular systems for design applications.,Formatting design files for cnc / laser,manufacturing 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

  • DDG-485 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400

    The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DFA-120 PAINTING I

    Intro to Painting functions as a survey of,contemporary approaches to painting. Students,explore a range of oil and acrylic painting,techniques while directing the development of,particular ideas, themes, or subjects. The,technical goals in this course include,understanding the use of color properties to,depict illusionary space and form while examining,the relationships between material and metaphor,,surface and structure, image and meaning. ,Connections between research and practice are,strengthened through ideation methods based on,observational studies in addition to collecting,,sourcing and archiving visual resources. Studio,set up and safety, class critiques, visiting,artists and field trips round out the course.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DFN 103, DFN 104, DFN 116

  • DFA-220 INTRODUCTION TO FIGURE PAINTING

    This figurative painting course utilizes the,painting principles acquired in Introduction to,Painting. Emphasis is placed on color theory,,value, illusion of form and space, compositional,theory and paint application. Contemporary,approaches to figurative painting are examined,through class presentations and studio processes.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFN 121 AND DFA 120

  • DFA-245 CONTEMPORARY DRAWING

    Contemporary Drawing serves as an investigation of,drawing as a primary mode of expression. Students,will examine historical, experimental, traditional,and unconventional methods for creating drawings.,A strong focus is placed on concept development as,students respond to specific assignments that,engage a broad range of issues and ideas.,Individual aesthetic and expression is developed,as students hone their ability to articulate ideas,through drawing, critique presentation and an,artists’ statement.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFA 105