2026-2027 Academic Catalog

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  • M.F.A. – Transportation Design

    Master of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Total Credits 60-61

    First Year

    First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 601 *Graduate Communication1
    GRT 601Studio I: Exterior Messaging3
    GRT 605Digital Viscom I3
    GRT 607Analytical Drawing & Rendering I3
    DGR 613Graduate Seminar3
    7 WK -F1GRT 609Transportation Design Seminar1.5
    7 WK -F2GRT 6113D Rendering & Animation I1.5

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    GRT 602Studio II: Interior Experience3
    GRT 606Digital Viscom II3
    GRT 608Analytical Drawing & Rendering II3
    DGR 620Graduate Research Methods3
    7 WK -F1GRT 610Portfolio Development1.5
    7 WK -F2GRT 6123D Rendering & Animation II1.5

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 711Thesis Project I6
    GRT 701Studio III: Strategic Branding3
    Choose One:DGR 775Graduate Studies Internship3
    — —Elective
    — —Elective3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 712Thesis Project II6
    GRT 702Studio IV: Professional Focus3
    — —Elective3
    — —Elective3

    Additional Information

    Assigned Electives

    Studio or lecture course assigned from a specific list of approved courses. Students are required to meet with their graduate department chair for final confirmation of elective selection, prior to registration.

    GPA Requirement

    Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.

    Footnotes

    * Contingent upon the English Proficiency Exam.

  • M.F.A. – Transportation Design (3YR)

    Master of Fine Arts Three Year Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Total Credits 72-91

    First Year

    12-31 Credit Hours †

    First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 601 *Graduate Communication1
    GRT 519E / GRT 519IGraduate Foundation Studio I3
    GRT 521Grad Foundation: 3
    GRT 531Grad Foundation: 3
    — —Assigned Elective3
    — —Assigned Elective3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    GRT 520E / GRT 520IGrad Foundation Studio II3
    GRT 522Grad Foundation: Visual Communication II3
    GRT 532Grad Foundation: 3
    — —Assigned Elective3
    — —Assigned Elective3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    GRT 601Studio I: Exterior Messaging3
    GRT 605Digital Viscom I3
    GRT 607Analytical Drawing & Rendering I3
    DGR 613Graduate Seminar3
    7 WK -F1GRT 609Transportation Design Seminar1.5
    7 WK -F2GRT 6113D Rendering & Animation I1.5

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    GRT 602Studio II: Interior Experience3
    GRT 606Digital Viscom II3
    GRT 608Analytical Drawing & Rendering II3
    DGR 620Graduate Research Methods3
    7 WK -F1GRT 610Portfolio Development1.5
    7 WK -F2GRT 6123D Rendering & Animation II1.5

    Third Year

    Fifth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 711Thesis Project I6
    GRT 701Studio III: Strategic Branding3
    Choose One:DGR 775Graduate Studies Internship3
    — —Elective
    — —Elective3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 712Thesis Project II6
    GRT 702Studio IV: Professional Focus3
    — —Elective3
    — —Elective3

    Additional Information

    Assigned Electives

    Studio or lecture course assigned from a specific list of approved courses. Students are required to meet with their graduate department chair for final confirmation of elective selection, prior to registration.

    Elective

    Studio or Lecture course from the Graduate (or Undergraduate) level. Must be approved prior to registration by the Graduate Department Chair. Additional permission may be required for confirmed UG credits.

    GPA Requirement

    Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.

    Footnotes

    * Contingent upon the English Proficiency Exam.

    † Year One is customized based on the Department Chair’s recommendation and Plan of Work.

  • M.F.A. – User Experience Design

    Master of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Total Credits 60-61

    First Year

    First Semester = 15-16 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 601 *Graduate Communication1
    IXD 601UX Design Studio I3
    IXD 605User Interface Design I3
    IXD 606UX Research3
    DGR 635Design Thinking3
    DGR 613Graduate Seminar3

    Second Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    IXD 602UX Design Studio II3
    IXD 608User Interface Design II3
    IXD 636Artificial Intelligence3
    DGR 620Graduate Research Methods3
    IXD 625Sound Design for Interaction3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 711Thesis Project I6
    IXD 701UX Design Studio III3
    GRD 720Business Model Generation3
    IXD 715Extended Realty Design3

    Fourth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    DGR 712Thesis Project II6
    IXD 702UX Design Studio IV3
    DGR 644Rapid Prototyping: PLA-Y3
    — —Elective3

    Additional Information

    Elective

    Studio or Lecture course from the Graduate (or Undergraduate) level. Must be approved prior to registration by the Graduate Department Chair. Additional permission may be required for confirmed UG credits.

    GPA Requirement

    Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.

    Footnotes

    * Can take in alternate semesters, based on availability.

  • M.P.S. – User Experience Design (Online)

    Master of Professional Studies Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Total Credits 30

    Semester One (Fall)

    Session 1 (7 weeks) = 4 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQIXDOL 604User Research Methods (DL)4

    Session 2 (7 weeks) = 4 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQIXDOL 605Interface Design (DL)4

    Semester Two (Winter)

    Session 3 (7 weeks) = 4 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQIXDOL 610UX Design: Smart Mobility (DL)4

    Session 4 (7 weeks) = 4 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQIXDOL 620Accessibility & User Testing (DL)4

    Semester Three (Summer)

    Session 5 (7 weeks) = 4 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQIXDOL 624Data Driven Design (DL)4

    Semester Four (Fall)

    Session 6 (7 weeks) = 4 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQIXDOL 628UX Design: Extended Reality (DL)4

    Session 7 (7 weeks) = 3 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQDGROL 650Final Project I (DL)3

    Semester Five (Winter)

    Session 8 (7 weeks) = 4 Credit Hours

    EarnedCourse #Course TitleCredits
    REQDGROL 651Final Project II (DL)3

    Additional Information

    Elective

    Studio or Lecture course from the Graduate (or Undergraduate) level. Must be approved prior to registration by the Graduate Department Chair. Additional permission may be required for confirmed UG credits.

    GPA Requirement

    Students enrolled in graduate level programs must maintain the required 3.0 cumulative GPA.

    Footnotes

    REQ Must be taken in listed semester.

    (DL) distance learning course (online only).

  • 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.

  • Photography/Art Education

    Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Requirements

    Catalog Year 26/27

    Standard 4 1/2 Year Pathway (full-time status)

    Total Credits 138-139

    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
      WRT-101 Composition I (CR) †3
      DAE-200 Educ. Found. History & Philosophy of Education3

    Second Year

    Third Semester = 18 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-209 Digital Photographic Methods II3
      DPH-211 Lighting I3
      DPH-214 Color & Output3
      WRT-102 Composition II (CR)3
      AHV-213 History of Photography (MR)3
      DAE-250 Human Dev. Creative and Visual Learning3

    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 (MR)3
    Choose one:
      AHV-203 Global Art History I (CR)
      AHV-204 Global Art History II (CR)    		3

    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
      DAE-315 Elementary Art Teaching: Meth, Math3

    Sixth Semester = 15 Credit Hours

    Course RequirementCredits
      DPH-313 Junior Project3
      DPH-351 Art & Commerce3
      DPH-358 Advanced Digital Media3
      Science Elective 200-400 (CE)3
      DAE-405 Secondary Art Teaching: Meth, Math3

    Fourth Year

    Seventh Semester = 18 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
      DAE-407 Reading & Language Art Methods3

    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
      Art Education Elective3

    Fifth Year

    Course RequirementCredits
      DAE-510 Directed Teaching10
      DAE-520 Professional Seminar2

    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 (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 Electives6.0Successfully 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 Electives3.0Successfully complete 100-400 level courses from any Undergraduate subject (Studio or Lecture).
      Art Eduction30.0Art Education required courses.
    Art Education (DAE)15.0Successfully complete required credits DAE 200, 250, 315, 405 & 407 – before taking Directed Teaching & Seminar semester.
    Art Education Elective3.0Successfully complete an approved undergraduate studio course to satisfy this requirement (prior to Directed Teaching/Seminar semester)
    Art Education (DAE) Directed Teaching & Seminar12.0Successfully complete DAE 510 & 520 in final semester (all other BFA credit requirements should be satisfied prior).
    Total Program Credits139.0Total credits required 138 – 139 ‡
    Undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts program, GPA minimum requirement = 2.0
    Additional minimum GPA requirement for Art Education requirements = 2.7

    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).