2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Category: Undergraduate

2026-2027 Academic Catalog

  • DIN-485 RETAIL EXP DES:CCS X BEDROCK

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

    ,FALL 2026,

    ,RETAIL EXPERIENCE DESIGN: CCS X BEDROCK ,,

    ,This course is a strategic partnership between,Bedrock and the College for Creative Studies,(CCS), designed to enhance downtown Detroit’s,vibrancy and radiance during the holiday season.,In this course, CCS students will design and,produce custom holiday window displays for up to,five Bedrock retail tenants along Woodward Avenue.,Blending academic instruction with hands-on,experience, this course focuses on retail,branding, design strategy and visual storytelling,,bridging classroom learning with real-world,application. This course invests not only in the,growth of Detroit’s next generation of creative,professionals but also in local businesses by,providing them with high-quality visual showcases,during the busiest shopping season of the year. By,connecting students with these local businesses,,the course also promotes authentic community,engagement, supports the city’s cultural and,economic momentum, and contributes to making,downtown Detroit a must-visit holiday destination.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DIN-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: 1.5

    Prerequisites:

  • DIN-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

    (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

  • DIN-505 AICAD EXCHANGE

    Through the College’s affiliation with the,Association of Independent Colleges of Art and,Design, junior or first semester senior students,in good academic standing have the opportunity to,spend a semester (fall or winter) or a full year,studying at another member institution in the,United States or abroad. Application information,is available in the Academic Advising and,Registration Office.

    Credits: 12

    Prerequisites:

  • DIN-515 STUDY ABROAD

    Junior or first semester senior students in good,academic standing have the opportunity to spend a,semester (fall or winter) or a full year of study,at an accredited institution abroad. Information,is available from International Student Services.

    Credits: 12

    Prerequisites:

  • DMA-101 ANIMATION I

    Students explore the fundamental principles of,animation and create convincing character through,motion involving timing, weight, physics, and body,mechanics. Research and observation of varied,characters to understand cultural influence and,relevance are required in consideration for,performance. Students must fully understand the,basics in order to create convincing animation in,any medium. This course prepares the foundation,for future animation projects.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DMA-105 DESIGN PROCESS 1

    In the first half of the semester, students will,learn to analyze and describe form. They will,learn different categories of form to develop the,skills for unique execution. In the second half,of this course students will be introduced to the,concept of three-dimensional space and the,different scales of space. Students will be,asked to explore simple spatial environments of,different kinds with particular reference to,their effect on narrative.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DMA-106 DESIGN PROCESS 2

    In this course students will continue building,their knowledge of space and form as it relates,to story. Essential to the Concept Designer,,they will apply these tools through,interpretation of shape and gesture to achieve,design execution for Character, Hardware and,Environments. These elements will be combined,for a final KeyFrame story composition.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DMA 105

  • DMA-107 GAME IDEATION

    This course introduces game ideation, focusing on,story, aesthetics, development and design. A,contextual history of video game and interactive,media will be examined. Game Design Documentation,and project management will be examined as,students focus on story for game and determine the,best methods to deliver narratives through,experimentation and research.

    Credits: 3

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  • DMA-108 INTRO TO DIGITAL 3D I

    Being proficient in executing design concepts in,3D is key to a Concept Designer and using digital,3D programs is an important toolset in their,workflow. This course will familiarize students,with 3D tools and rendering engines. Students,develop a basic understanding of the program and,general execution including modeling, texturing,,lighting and rendering.

    Credits: 3

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