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  • Film

    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
      FLM-103 Film Language & Techniques3
      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
      FLM-106 Introduction to Filmmaking3
      AHV-215 History of Film (MR)3
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Choose two courses:
      FLM-211 Film Graphics & VFX I
      FLM-225 Sound Design I
      FLM-235 Acting    		6
      FLM-201 Intermediate Filmmaking3
      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
    Choose two courses:
      FLM-212 Film Graphics & VFX II
      FLM-226 Sound Design II
      FLM-254 Playing the Self    		6
    Choose one course:
      FLM-278 Documentary Filmmaking I
      FLM-288 Experimental Filmmaking I    		3
      WRT-318 Screenwriting Workshop (MR)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 16.5 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      FLM-325 Narrative Filmmaking I3
    Choose one course:
      FLM-279 Documentary Filmmaking II
      FLM-289 Experimental Filmmaking II    		3
      Film Major Elective3
      AHV-306 Introduction to Film (MR)3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      FLM-326 Narrative Filmmaking II3
      FLM-364 Research & Development3
      Film Major Elective3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      FLM-403 Film Thesis I3
      Film Major Elective3
      AHV-200-400 level Art History/Visual Culture Elective (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      FLM-404 Film Thesis II3
      FLM-418 Film Business & Critique3
      Film Major Elective3
      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)9.0Successfully 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)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 Electives12.0Successfully 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 FLM courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives12.0Non-required major courses with subject code FLM 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.

  • 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.

  • Animation

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Total Credits 120-122

    First Year

    First Semester = 16 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      SLP-007 CCS First Year Experience *1
      DFN-101 Drawing I: Rapid Concepts3
      DFN-117 2D Design Principles3
      DFN-119 Digital Techniques3
      DMA-120 Creative Visualization3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-132 Process & Making3
      DFN-112 Drawing II: Style & Skill3
      DMA-101 Animation I3
      DMA-217 Introduction to 3D Computer Graphics3
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Select one course towards Animation focus:
      DMA-201 Animation II (2D focus)
      DMA-317 3D Animation I (3D focus)    		3
    Select one course towards Animation focus:
      DMA-234 Modeling & Texturing (3D focus)
      DMA-243 Animation Nuts & Bolts (2D focus)    		3
      DMA-211 Digital Animation Techniques I3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3
      AHV-214 History of Animation & Digital Media (MR)3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Select one course towards Animation focus:
      DMA-230 Experimental Animation (2D focus)
      DMA-347 3D Animation II (3D focus)    		3
    Select one course towards Animation focus:
      DMA-202 Animation III (2D focus)
      DMA-228 Stop Motion I (2D & 3D focus)
      DMA-230 Experimental Animation (3D focus)
      DMA-302 Storyboarding for Film/Animation (2D & 3D focus)
      DMA-317 3D Animation I (2D focus)    		3
    Choose one course:
      DMA-270 Animation Production
      FLM-106 Intro to Filmmaking    		3
      DMA-232 Drawing Tech for Visual Media3
      AHV-247 History of Communication Design I (MR)3

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
    Select one course towards Animation focus:
      DMA-348 Animation Projects I (2D focus)
      DMA-367 3D Animation III (3D focus)    		3
      DMA-233 Environments and Characters3
      Animation Major Elective (see approved list)3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-400 (CR)3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DMA-349 Animation Projects II3
      DMA-333 Advanced Story Concepts3
      Animation Major Elective (see approved list)3
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DMA-410 Senior Production Studio I3
      Animation Major Elective (see approved list)3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Open Elective3

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DMA-420 Senior Production Studio II3
      DMA-424 Professional Futures I3
      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.
    (TR) = Additional transfer consideration for DFN-138 & DFN-142, based on review of CDS majors.
      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 (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).

    (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 §51.0Successfully complete listed DMA courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives9.0Successfully complete courses from the list below, to satisfy required “Animation Major Elective” credits. Must select courses that do not already apply towards other degree program credits.
    Animation Approved Major Electives
    DMA-202 Animation III
    DMA-212 2D Digital Animation II
    DMA-228 Stop Motion I
    DMA-246 Game Art I
    DMA-256 Lighting & Rendering
    DMA-302 Storyboarding for Film/Animation
    DMA-309 Concept Design
    DMA-328 Stop Motion II
    DMA-310 Maquette Sculpture
    DMA-330 Character Rigging    		Additional courses approved to fulfill Animation Major Electives
    DIL-147 Figure Illustration I
    DIL-246 Anatomical Figure Illustration
    FLM-225 Sound Design I
    FLM-226 Sound Design II
    FLM-254 Playing the Self

    Note: Some courses may require additional approval for registration, based on availability, offerings and prerequisites.
      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.

  • 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.

  • Communication Design + Strategy

    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-119 Digital Techniques3
      DFN-120 Design Color and Context3
      DFN-137 2D & 3D Integrated Design3
      CDS-151 Typography I3
      AHV-100 Introduction to Material Culture (CR)3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DFN-138 4D Design Studio (TR)3
      DFN-142 Performative Spaces (TR)3
      CDS-124 Motion Essentials3
      CDS-152 Typography II3
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      CDS-251 Typography III3
      CDS-263 UI Design3
      CDS-211 Design Semiotics3
      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
      CDS-264 UX Design3
      CDS-212 Design Research3
      CDS-224 Motion Narratives3
      AHV-247 History of Communication Design I (MR)3
      Humanities: Choose from approved list (CE)3

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      CDS-311 Brand Strategies3
      CDS-317 Professional Studio Practice I 3
      CDS-365 Extended Reality (XR) Design3
      AHV-248 History of Communication Design II (MR)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      CDS-312 Campaign Strategies3
      CDS Major Elective3
      General Education Elective 200-4003
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3
      Open Elective3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      CDS-411 Integrated Brand Strategy3
      CDS-418 Professional Studio Practices II3
      CDS Major Elective3
      AHV 200-400 Art History & Visual Culture Course (CE)3
      General Education Elective 200-4003

    Eighth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      CDS-412 Design Theory3
      CDS Major Elective3
      CDS Major Elective3
      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.
    (TR) = Additional transfer consideration for DFN-138 & DFN-142, based on review of CDS majors.
      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 (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 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 §48.0Successfully complete listed CDS courses in 4 year plan, by recommended sequence (based on prerequisites)
      Major Electives12.0Non-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.

  • WRT-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: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • WRT-318 SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP: SHORTS

    In this introductory screenwriting workshop,,students design, revise, and polish,two original short film scripts over the course of,the semester-or write and significantly revise a,single, longer short film script.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT 102 and any 200 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.

  • WRT-317 SCI FI AND HORROR WRITING

    Science Fiction and Horror may transport readers,to a planet light years away or usher them,through fiend filled graveyards and crypts.,Whether extrapolating futuristic technology from,contemporary science or conjuring novel survival,strategies, these genres imagine what might have,been or what might be, creating a platform for,rich possibility. In this course, we will explore,the nature of both genres by reading and,discussing a diverse selection of works drawn,from text, film, television, radio and comics,before students generate writing of their own.,Concepts will be reinforced through group,workshops and discussion. In this multi-genre,course, we will focus on those elements that make,for vivid, effective, memorable writing in,science fiction and horror: original detail,,memorable image, inventive language and authentic,setting. Both critical thinking and artistic,sensibility will be emphasized.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT 102 and any 200 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.

  • WRT-314 CREATIVE NONFICTION WORKSHOP

    Creative nonfiction is a type of writing that,uses literary styles and techniques to construct,narratives that have their foundation in fact.,Examples include: memoir, travelog, the,personal essay, and cultural observation. As,opposed to journalism and technical writing,,which are also based in fact, creative nonfiction,projects a dramatic, literary framework onto,everyday existence, rendering it enlightening and,potentially meaningful to the reader. We will,study examples of creative nonfiction in order to,determine some of the structures and methods of,this relatively open genre, and in turn, apply,them to students’ own work. As a workshop class,,the primary focus is student writing of,manuscripts to be critiqued and improved. The,class requires students to share their writing,,questions, and opinions. As an online workshop,class, we will interact almost entirely through,the medium of Blackboard, posting work and,responses weekly or bi-weekly. On a deeper level,,we will consider the sometimes slippery nature of,truth as it applies to this writing form, looking,for consensus on the boundaries we can push, vs.,those we must maintain in order for this genre to,preserve its claim to authority.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: WRT 102 and any 200 level Liberal Arts (General Education),subject.