2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Category: Undergraudate Majors/Degrees

  • Interdisciplinary Art & Design

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN-119 Digital Techniques3
      DFN Foundation Requirement 13
      DFN Foundation Requirement 23
      IAD-105 Interdisciplinary Strategies3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-116 3D Techniques3
      DFN Foundation Requirement 33
      GUS-100 Undergraduate Studio Elective ‖3
      AHV Choose from approved “Art History” list (MR)3
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      GUS-100 Undergraduate Studio Elective ‖3
      GUS-100 Undergraduate Studio Elective ‖3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3
    Choose one course:
      AHV-203 Global Art History I (MR)
      AHV-204 Global Art History II (MR)    		3
      Open Elective3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      GUS-200 Undergraduate Studio Elective ‖3
      GUS-200 Undergraduate Studio Elective ‖3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3
      General Education Elective3
      Open Elective3

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      IAD-305 Art As Narrative3
      GUS 200-400 Undergraduate Studio Elective3
      Science Elective 200-400 level (CE)3
      General Education Elective3
      Open Elective3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      IAD-308 IAD Junior Thesis3
      IAD-310 IAD Research & Portfolio3
      GUS 200-400 Undergraduate Studio Elective3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      Open Elective3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      IAD-407 Interdisciplinary Thesis I3
      GUS 300-400 Undergraduate Studio Elective3
      GUS 300-400 Undergraduate Studio Elective3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      General Education Elective3

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      IAD-408 Interdisciplinary Thesis II3
      GUS 300-400 Undergraduate Studio Elective3
      GUS 300-400 Undergraduate Studio Elective3
      General Education Elective3
      General Education Elective3

    Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.

    This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.

    Program & Credit Requirement Details

    Degree RequirementsTotal credits requiredRequirement Details
      First Year Experience1.0SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college.
      Foundations15.0Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.

    IAD majors will select DFN FOUNDATION REQUIREMENTS (1-3), based on interests and skill development needs.
      General Education42.0Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR)12.0Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits).
      General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR)6.0Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major.
    For “AHV Choose from approved Art History list” (3.0 credits), see below course options (based on availability and/or approval as required):

    AHV 206 HISTORY OF AMERICAN ILLUSTRATION
    AHV 213 HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY
    AHV 214 HISTORY OF ANIMATION AND DIGITAL MEDIA
    AHV 215 HISTORY OF FILM
    AHV 216 HISTORY OF VIDEO GAMES
    AHV 218 CONTEMPORARY ART
    AHV 221 HISTORY OF INTERIOR DESIGN
    AHV 241 HISTORY OF MODERN DESIGN
    AHV 247 HISTORY OF COMMUNICATION DESIGN I
    AHV 248 HISTORY OF COMMUNICATION DESIGN II
    AHV 251 HISTORY OF CRAFTS
    AHV 252 HISTORY OF FASHION
      General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE)9.0Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements:
    3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level
    3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201
    3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level
      General Education Electives15.0Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
    (Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).

    (RC) Recommended course towards General Education Elective credits: BUS 213 Business Practices
      Major §51.0Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus. §
      Major Courses §18.0Successfully complete listed DMA courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites).
      Major Electives
    General “Undergraduate Studio Electives” (GUS)    		33.0Successfully complete studio electives for the IAD major from an “approved” major/department. Mentoring is required for course approvals.
      Open Electives6.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
    Total Program Credits121.0Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0

    Footnotes

    * ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
    † WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
    ‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
    § Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.
    ‖ Must be satisfied at the level listed; other electives must be taken within the range listed (exp. 200-400 level).

  • Interior Design

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN-101 Drawing I: Rapid Concepts3
      DFN-120 Design Color and Context3
      DFN-137 2D & 3D Integrated Design3
      DIN-127 Freshman Interior Design Studio I3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-112 Drawing II: Style & Skill (TR)3
      DFN-138 4D Design Studio (TR)3
      DIN-128 Freshman Interior Design Studio II3
      DIN-130 Residential Interior Design Studio3
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-142 Drawing I: Rapid Concepts3
      DIN-220 Auto Cad I/Architectural Drawing3
      DIN-231 Sophomore Interior Design Studio I3
      DIN-251 Design Sources and Materials3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DIN-205 Textiles3
      DIN-232 Sophomore Interior Design Studio II3
      DIN-261 Environmental Psych. and Human Factor3
      DIN-270 Revit Architecture3
      Choose one: AHV-203 or AHV-204 Global Art History I/II (CR)3

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 16.5 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DIN-331 Junior Interior Design Studio I3
      DIN-311 3D Interior Modeling3
      DIN-351 Laws, Codes and Standards3
      DIN-335 Portfolio Preparation1.5
      AHV-221 History of Communication Design II (MR)3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DIN-313 3D Interior Modeling and Automation3
      DIN-332 Junior Interior Design Studio II3
      DIN-363 Lighting Technology and Applications3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DIN-431 Senior Interior Design Studio I3
      DIN-434 Business Practices Seminar3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DIN-432 Senior Interior Design Studio II3
      Interior Design Major Elective3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.

    This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.

    Program & Credit Requirement Details

    Degree RequirementsTotal credits requiredRequirement Details
      First Year Experience1.0SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college.
      Foundations18.0Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
    (TR) = Additional transfer consideration for DFN-138 & DFN-142, based on review of CDS majors.
      General Education36.0Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR)12.0Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits).
      General Education MAJOR Requirements (MJ)3.0Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE)9.0Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements:
    3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level
    3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201
    3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level
      General Education Electives12.0Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
    (Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).
      Major §60.0Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus.
      Major Courses §57.0Successfully complete listed CDS courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives3.0Non-required major courses with subject code CDS are considered major electives; exceptions require approval.
      Open Electives6.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
    Total Program Credits121.0Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0

    Footnotes

    * ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
    † WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
    ‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)§ Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.

  • Photography

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN-119 Digital Techniques3
      DFN-120 Design Color & Context3
      DFN-137 2D & 3D Integrated Design3
      DPH-151 Darkroom Photography3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Choose one:
      DFN-116 3D Tech
      DFN-138 4D Design Studio    		3
      DFN-142 Performative Spaces3
      DPH-155 Digital Photographic Methods3
      AHV-213 History of Photography (MR)3
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-209 Digital Photographic Methods II3
      DPH-211 Lighting I3
      DPH-214 Color & Output3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3
    Choose one:
      AHV-203 Global Art History I (CR)
      AHV-204 Global Art History II (CR)    		3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-210 Photographic Concepts3
      DPH-251 Lighting II3
      DPH-254 The Photobook3
      AHV-210 Concept & Methods of Visual Culture (CR)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 16.5 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-311 Advanced Commercial Practices3
      DPH-353 Experimental Forms3
      Photography Major Elective3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-313 Junior Project3
      DPH-351 Art & Commerce3
      DPH-358 Advanced Digital Media3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-411 Photography Thesis Project I3
      Photography Major Elective3
      Photography Major Elective3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      Open Elective3

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-451 Photography Thesis Project II3
      Photography Major Elective3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.

    This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.

    Program & Credit Requirement Details

    Degree RequirementsTotal credits requiredRequirement Details
      First Year Experience1.0SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college.
      Foundations15.0Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
      General Education42.0Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR)12.0Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits).
      General Education MAJOR Requirements (MJ)6.0Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE)9.0Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements:
    3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level
    3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201
    3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level
      General Education Electives15.0Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
    (Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).
      Major §57.0Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus.
      Major Courses §45.0Successfully complete listed DPH courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives12.0Non-required major courses with subject code DPH are considered major electives; exceptions require approval.
      Open Electives6.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
    Total Program Credits121.0Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0

    Footnotes

    * ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
    † WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
    ‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)§ Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.

  • Product Design

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN-101 Drawing I: Rapid Concepts3
      DFN-118 3D Design – Forms & Space3
      DFN-132 Process & Making3
      DPR-125 Introduction to Product Design3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-112 Drawing II: Style & Skill3
      DFN-119 Digital Techniques3
      DPR-126 Product Design I3
      DPR-161 3D Modeling & Rendering I3
      WRT-101 Composition I † (CR)3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPR-205 Information Design: 2D Layout3
      DPR-213 Visual Communication for Product Designers3
      DPR-225 Product Design II3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3
      AHV-241 History of Modern Design (MR)3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPR-214 Advanced Visual Communication3
      DPR-220 Design Research3
      DPR-226 Product Design III3
      DPR-270 Sustainable Design Strategies3
      Choose one: AHV-203 or AHV-204 Global Art History I/II (CR)3

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPR-325 Advanced Product Design I3
      DPR-333 Presentation Techniques3
      DPR-361 3D Modeling & Rendering II3
      DPR-371 Materials & Processes3
      Open Elective3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPR-326 Advanced Product Design II3
      DPR-357 Human Factors3
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPR-425 Professional Development Studio I3
      Product Design Major Elective3
      BUS-213 Business Practices (CE)3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPR-426 Professional Development Studio II3
      Product Design Major Elective3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.

    This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.

    Program & Credit Requirement Details

    Degree RequirementsTotal credits requiredRequirement Details
      First Year Experience1.0SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college.
      Foundations15.0Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
      General Education39.0Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR)12.0Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits).
      General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR)6.0Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE)9.0Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements:
    3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level
    3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201
    3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level
      General Education Electives12.0Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
    (Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).
      Major §60.0Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus.
      Major Courses §54.0Successfully complete listed DPR courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives6.0Non-required major courses with subject code DPR are considered major electives; exceptions require approval.
      Open Electives6.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
    Total Program Credits121.0Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0

    Footnotes

    * ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
    † WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
    ‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
    § Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.

  • Studio Art & Craft

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN-103 Drawing I: Materials & Methods3
      DFN-116 3D Techniques3
      DFN-118 3D Design-Forms & Space3
      SAC-105 Survey & Methods I3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-104 Drawing II: Drawing as Studio Practice3
      DFN-119 Digital Techniques3
     DFN-120 Design Color & Context3
      SAC-106 Survey and Methods II3
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SAC-205 Sophomore Seminar3
      Sophomore SAC Studio (from approved course list)3
      Sophomore SAC Studio (from approved course list)3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3
      Choose one: AHV-203 or AHV-204 Global Art History I/II (CR)3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Choose one course:
      DDG-103 Rapid Prototyping for Studio Arts
      DDG-253 Time & Digital Media    		3
      Sophomore SAC Studio (from approved course list)3
      Sophomore SAC Studio (from approved course list)3
      AHV-218 Contemporary Art (MR)3
      Humanities (choose from approved list) (CE)3

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SAC-380 Junior Studio I3
      SAC Major Elective (see approved list)3
      SAC Major Elective (see approved list)3
      General Education Elective 200-400 (CR)3
      General Education Elective 200-400 (CR)3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SAC-381 Junior Studio II3
      SAC-303 Professional Pract for Artist3
      SAC Major Elective (see approved list)3
      SAC Major Elective (see approved list)3
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SAC-450 Senior Studio I3
      SAC-400 Senior Seminar3
      SAC Major Elective (see approved list)3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      Open Elective3

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SAC-451 Senior Studio II3
      SAC Major Elective (see approved list)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.

    This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.

    Program & Credit Requirement Details

    Degree RequirementsTotal credits requiredRequirement Details
      First Year Experience1.0SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college.
      Foundations18.0Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
    (TR) = Additional transfer consideration for DFN-138 & DFN-142, based on review of CDS majors.
      General Education36.0Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR)12.0Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits).
      General Education MAJOR Requirements (MJ)3.0Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE)9.0Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements:
    3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level
    3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201
    3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level
      General Education Electives12.0Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
    (Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).

    (RC) Recommended course towards General Education Elective credits: BUS 213 Business Practices
      Major §60.0Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus.
      Major Courses §42.0Successfully complete listed SAC courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites).
      Major Electives18.0Successfully complete any (non-required) course within the below Studio Art & Craft subject areas to satisfy SAC MAJOR ELECTIVE credits. Must select courses that do not already apply towards other degree program credits:
    Additional courses approved to fulfill Animation Major Electives
    DCE (SAC Ceramics)
    DDG (SAC Digital Media)
    DFA (SAC Painting & Drawing)
    DFD (SAC Textile & Fibers)
    DGL (SAC Glass)
    DME (SAC Metal/Jewelry)
    DPM (SAC Printmaking)
    DSC (SAC Sculpture)
      Open Electives6.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
    Total Program Credits121.0Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0

    Footnotes

    * ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
    † WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
    ‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)§ Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.

  • Transportation Design

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Standard 4 Year Pathway (full-time status)

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN-101 Drawing I: Rapid Concepts3
      DFN-116 3D Techniques3
      DFN-117 2D Design Principles3
      DTR-125 Freshman Transportation Design Studio I3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-112 Drawing II: Style & Skill3
      DFN-118 3D Design-Forms & Space3
      DTR-126 Freshman Transportation Design Studio II3
      DTR-113 Visual Communication I3
      WRT-101 Composition I † (CR)3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DTR-201 Visual Communication II3
      DTR-221 Design Theory I3
      DTR-231 Digital Modeling I3
      DTR-232 Sophomore Transportation Design Studio3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DTR-202 Visual Communication III3
      DTR-222 Design Theory II: Mobility3
      DTR-233 Sophomore Transportation Design Studio3
      DTR-241 Digital Modeling II3
      DTR-257 Human Factors3

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Based on department placement:
      DTR-331 Junior Interior Design Studio
      DTR-333 Junior Exterior Design Studio
      DTR-335 Junior Mobility Design Studio
      DTR-337 Junior Vehicles Design Studio    		3
      DTR-302 Visual Communication IV3
      DTR-304 Portfolio and Presentation Design3
      DTR-305 Vehicle Systems and Packaging3
      DTR-362 Digital Modeling III3

    Sixth Semester = 16.5 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Based on department placement:
      DTR-332 Junior Interior Design Studio II
      DTR-334 Junior Exterior Design Studio II
      DTR-336 Junior Mobility Design Studio II
      DTR-338 Junior Vehicles Design Studio II    		3
      DTR-371 Materials and Manufacturing Processes3
     DTR-303 Visual Communication V1.5
     DTR-461 Digital Modeling IV3
      AHV-241 History of Modern Design (MR)3
      Choose one: AHV-203 or AHV-204 Global Art History I/II (CR)3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Based on department placement:
      DTR-431 Senior Interior Design Studio
      DTR-433 Senior Exterior Design Studio
      DTR-435 Senior Mobility Design Studio
      DTR-437 Senior Vehicles Design Studio    		3
      DTR-403 Visual Communication VI3
      Product Design Major Elective3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Based on department placement:
      DTR-432 Senior Interior Design Studio II
      DTR-434 Senior Exterior Design Studio II
      DTR-436 Senior Mobility Design Studio II
      DTR-438 Senior Vehicles Design Studio II    		3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.

    This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.

    Program & Credit Requirement Details

    Degree RequirementsTotal credits requiredRequirement Details
      First Year Experience1.0SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college.
      Foundations15.0Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
      General Education33.0Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR)12.0Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits).
      General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR)3.0Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE)9.0Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements:
    3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level
    3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201
    3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level
      General Education Electives9.0Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
    (Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).
      Major §69.0Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus.
      Major Courses §69.0Successfully complete listed DTR courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives0.0Non-required major courses with subject code DTR are considered major electives; exceptions require approval.
      Open Electives3.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
    Total Program Credits121.0Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0

    Footnotes

    * ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
    † WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
    ‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
    § Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.

  • Undeclared

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Total BFA Credits Required for CCS Majors 120-122 ††

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN Foundation Course3
      DFN Foundation Course3
      DFN Foundation Course3
      DFN-150 Discovering Your Practice3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN Foundation Course 3
      DFN Foundation Course 3
      DFN Foundation Course or Major Course (TBD) 3
      Major Course (TBD) 3
      WRT-101 Composition I † (CR)3

    Major Declaration required by 14th week of first semester!

    UNDERGRADUATE (BFA) PROGRAM INFORMATION

    Program & Credit Requirement Details (actual credits based on selected major)

    The following is a sample of credit requirements for BFA programs. Refer to the Curriculum/Program Guide for a desired major to view course outlines by semester. Foundation blocks are designed for intended majors. Required General Education and Open Elective credits vary by major (and may differ for students declaring Art Education; see Major/Art Ed Curriculum Charts).

    Additional ”Program & Credit Requirement Details” attached; includes ”approved course lists” and ”recommended courses (RC)” for any requirements with noted selections. Enrolled students should view Self-Service (My Progress/Plan & Schedule) for complete program information; see catalog for additional course details and descriptions.

    This plan is provided for use as a guide only and is based on full-time status with successful completion of credits outlined per semester. Degree Timelines and requirements may vary based on actual program, credits completed per semester and/or catalog year. Students are responsible for confirming completion of all requirements before graduating (use program/student resources to support degree progression). Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.

    Program & Credit Requirement Details

    Degree RequirementsTotal credits requiredRequirement Details
      First Year Experience1.0SLP-007 is waived for eligible transfer students with 12.0 (or more) college.
      Foundations15.0 – 18.0Required for all majors. Successfully complete listed DFN Foundation courses for enrolled major; requirements may vary per major.
    COMMUNICATION DESIGN + STRATEGY, FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY – 15.0 CR.
    DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES
    DFN-120 DESIGN COLOR & CONTEXT
    DFN-137 2D & 3D INTEGRATED DESIGN STUDIO
    DFN-138 4D DESIGN STUDIO **
    DFN-142 PERFORMATIVE SPACES

    ENTERTAINMENT ARTS (ANIMATION, CONCEPT DESIGN, GAME) & ILLUSTRATION – 15.0 CR.
    DFN-101 DRAWING I: RAPID CONCEPTS
    DFN-112 DRAWING II: STYLE & SKILL
    DFN-132 PROCESS & MAKING
    DFN-117 2D DESIGN PRINCIPLES
    DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

    FASHION ACCESSORIES DESIGN – 15.0 CR.
    DFN-103 DRAWING I: MATERIALS & METHODS
    DFN-104 DRAWING II: DRAW. AS STUDIO PRACTICE 
    DFN-118 3D DESIGN-FORMS & SPACE
    DFN-120 DESIGN COLOR & CONTEXT
    DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

    FASHION DESIGN – 15.0 CR.
    DFN-103 DRAWING I: MATERIALS & METHODS
    DFN-104 DRAWING II: DRAW. AS STUDIO PRACTICE 
    DFN-121 3D DESIGN: MATERIAL & METHODS
    DFN-120 DESIGN COLOR & CONTEXT
    DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

    INTERDISCIPLINARY ART & DESIGN – 15.0 CR.
    DFN FOUNDATION REQUIREMENT 1 (SELECT)
    DFN FOUNDATION REQUIREMENT 2 (SELECT)
    DFN FOUNDATION REQUIREMENT 3 (SELECT)
    DFN-116 3D TECHNIQUES
    DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

    INTERIOR DESIGN – 15.0 CR.
    DFN-101 DRAWING I: RAPID CONCEPTS
    DFN-112 DRAWING II: STYLE & SKILL 
    DFN-137 2D & 3D INTEGRATED DESIGN STUDIO
    DFN-120 DESIGN COLOR & CONTEXT
    DFN-138 4D DESIGN STUDIO

    PRODUCT DESIGN – 15.0 CR.
    DFN-101 DRAWING I: RAPID CONCEPTS
    DFN-112 DRAWING II: STYLE & SKILL 
    DFN-132 PROCESS & MAKING
    DFN-118 3D DESIGN-FORMS & SPACE
    DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

    STUDIO ART & CRAFT – 18.0 CR.
    DFN-103 DRAWING I: MATERIALS & METHODS
    DFN-104 DRAWING II: DRAW. AS STUDIO PRACTICE 
    DFN-118 3D DESIGN-FORMS & SPACE
    DFN-116 3D TECHNIQUES
    DFN-120 DESIGN COLOR & CONTEXT
    DFN-119 DIGITAL TECHNIQUES

    TRANSPORTATION DESIGN – 15.0 CR.
    DFN-101 DRAWING I: RAPID CONCEPTS
    DFN-112 DRAWING II: STYLE & SKILL 
    DFN-116 3D TECHNIQUES
    DFN-117 2D DESIGN PRINCIPLES
    DFN-118 3D DESIGN-FORMS & SPACE
      General Education33.0 – 42.0Liberal Arts courses required for all undergraduate majors; total credits may vary per program.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Requirements (CR)12.0Successfully complete WRT & AHV core general education prerequisites requirements (Composition pathways may vary based on completed assessments, test scores or transfer credits).
      General Education MAJOR Requirements (MR)3.0 – 9.0Successfully complete major specific Liberal Arts. Requirements vary per major.
      General Education Undergrad CORE Electives (CE)9.0Successfully complete core general education electives required for all UG majors (Science, Humanities, Art History & Visual Culture) as outlined on 4 year pathway/degree requirements:
    3.0 cr. Science: Successfully complete one course from the SCI subject; 200-400 level
    3.0 cr. Humanities Option: Successfully complete one of the following approved courses: LIT 239, LIT 203, DHS 201, DSS 215, DSS 240 or DPL 201
    3.0 cr. Art History & Visual Culture: Successfully complete course from AHV subject, 200-400 level
      General Education Electives12.0 – 15.0Successfully complete any non-required 200-400 level Liberal Arts course from subject codes: AHV, BUS, DHS, DPL, DSS, SCI, WRT, LIT
    (Total Gen.Ed Elective credits vary per major).
      Major §51.0 – 69.0Studio and/or lecture courses specific to major focus.
      Major Courses §69.0Successfully complete listed DTR courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives0.0Non-required major courses with subject code DTR are considered major electives; exceptions require approval.
      Open Electives0.0 – 12.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
    Total Program Credits120.0 – 122.0Total credits required 120 – 122 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0

    Footnotes

    * ELS 101 Composition I for Multilingual Students 4.0 cr.
    † WRT 101/102 Self Placement Survey available.
    ‡ Based on SLP 007 (1.0 cr.) and ELS 101 (4.0 cr.)
    § Remaining Major course sequence impacts timeline to degree completion.
    ¶ Actual Foundation courses confirmed in advising meeting. All courses based on major selection in first semester.
    ** DFN 116 accepted as alternative for FILM majors
    †† Credits towards a future program are not official until a major has been declared and credits are confirmed by the Academic Advising & Registration Office upon review of an official degree audit. Actual credits and/or courses required are based on requirements outlined on curriculum charts for the designated major (students declaring Art Education may have fewer General Education credits due to the required credits for Art Ed, see Major/Art Ed curriculum charts).