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- DES- 149 Cooperative Education Experience
- DES- 150 Introduction to Sustainable Design and Development
- DES- 176 Introduction to Digital Narrative
- DES- 200 Design Concepts and Problems
- DES- 205 Design Drawing and Concept Visualization
- DES- 210 Letter Form Design
- DES- 214 Interior Design Practice, Materials and Finishes
- DES- 220 Introduction To 2D Digital Imaging
- DES- 231 Industrial Design 1: Product Form and Visualization
- DES- 232 Industrial Design 2: Ergonomics
- DES- 249 Cooperative Education Experience
- DES- 256 Art Workshop
- DES- 256 Art Workshop: Compositing and Virtual Sets for Digital Cinema
- DES- 256 3D Digital Object Design
- DES- 256 Art Workshop: Interactive Environments
- DES- 297 Field Experience
- DES- 299 Independent Study
- DES- 303 Interior Design Studio 1
- DES- 304 Interior Design II
- DES- 308 Lighting Design In The Built Environment
- DES- 310 Graphic Design I
- DES- 314 Interior Design Contracts and Codes
- DES- 320 Furniture Design
- DES- 321 Digital Imagery Studio
- DES- 325 Interactive Design I: Introduction to Web Design
- DES- 330 Industrial Design I
- DES- 331 Industrial Design 3: Product Interface Design
- DES- 332 Industrial Design 4: Design for Manufacture
- DES- 333 Professional Practice In Industrial Design
- DES- 340 Industrial Design II
- DES- 345 Product Form Design
- DES- 349 Cooperative Education Experience
- DES- 360 Graphic Design II
- DES- 370 Interactive Design II: Principles and Methods
- DES- 372 3D Modeling and Animation I
- DES- 373 3D Modeling & Animation III
- DES- 374 3D Modeling and Animation II
- DES- 375 Digital Cinema Studio
- DES- 378 Animation Studio
- DES- 379 Comics & Sequential Art Studio
- DES- 380 Signage And Exhibition Design
- DES- 382 Information Design
- DES- 384 Advertising Design
- DES- 385 Interactive Digital Design III: Advanced Concepts
- DES- 386 Publication Design
- DES- 388 Typographic Design
- DES- 389 Typography In Motion
- DES- 390 Entertainment Design Portfolio and Professional Practices Seminar
- DES- 397 Field Experience
- DES- 399 Independent Study
- DES- 405 Advanced Presentation Techniques For Designers
- DES- 410 Product And Packaging Graphics
- DES- 414 Interior Design Construction Documentation
- DES- 415 Interior Design Studio 3
- DES- 416 Interior Design Senior Studio
- DES- 431 System, Environment And Context
- DES- 432 Theory, Society And Application
- DES- 449 Cooperative Education Experience
- DES- 451 Interior Design Practicum
- DES- 456 Advanced Art Workshop
- DES- 480 Senior Project - Graphic Design
- DES- 490 Senior Project: Entertainment Design
- DES- 497 Field Experience
- DES- 499 Independent Study
- DES- 521 Digital Imagery Studio
- DES- 572 3D Modeling and Animation I
- DES- 573 3D Modeling & Animation III
- DES- 574 3D Modeling & Animation II
- DES- 575 Digital Cinema Studio
- DES- 578 Animation Studio
- DES- 579 Comics & Sequential Art Studio
- DES- 580 Signage and Exhibition Design
- DES- 585 Interactive Digital Design III: Advanced Concepts
- DES- 700 Design Seminar I
- DES- 710 Ethics in Design
- DES- 712 Sustainable Design Practice
DES- 149 Cooperative Education Experience
(1.00 - 8.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
Department consent
DES- 150 Introduction to Sustainable Design and Development
(2.00 cr.)
Global Perspective, Technology
Repeatable: No
Examination of theory and practice of sustainable development and the influential role of design.
DES- 176 Introduction to Digital Narrative
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Visual storytelling and time-based foundations (4D) for animation, digital cinema, comics, game design, transmedia design and other time-based forms. Emphasis on ideation through writing, storyboarding and concept illustration. Introduction to the field of entertainment design.
DES- 200 Design Concepts and Problems
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Comprehensive understanding of the processes, techniques, and concepts used by designers to arrive at innovative and successful design solutions.
DES- 205 Design Drawing and Concept Visualization
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Comprehensive education and training in developing, visualizing, and communicating design ideas through drawing.
DES- 210 Letter Form Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Design of letterforms, figures, and visual symbols; history and development of type; calligraphy; page composition for various formats and audiences.
DES- 214 Interior Design Practice, Materials and Finishes
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introductory study of interior design professional practice, contemporary interior design issues, materials and finishes used within the built environment.
DES- 220 Introduction To 2D Digital Imaging
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Creative use of digital imaging technology in the visual arts; exploring the development of 2D imagery for both printed and electronic formats incorporating type, vector and raster graphics using layout and composition software.
DES- 231 Industrial Design 1: Product Form and Visualization
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction to Industrial Design, with an emphasis on aesthetics, visualization, and the process of designing new products.
DES- 232 Industrial Design 2: Ergonomics
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Study and application of human factors to the design of products. Understand the human body and its limitations to create a product that is comfortable,safe, and easy to use.
DES- 249 Cooperative Education Experience
(1.00 - 8.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
Department consent
DES- 256 Art Workshop
(1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Selected art concepts, processes and media will vary to serve special student populations. Credit determined by individual contract.
DES- 256 Art Workshop: Compositing and Virtual Sets for Digital Cinema
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Contemporary studio-based filmmaking techniques, chroma key workflows and stylized CGI production methods.
DES- 256 3D Digital Object Design
(3.00 cr.)
Racial & Ethnic Studies Category A, Humanities and the Arts - Art History/Music Apprec
Repeatable: Yes
Introduces 3D surface modeling through the use of the computer. 3D modeling object design in industrial design, sculpture, and architecture.
DES- 256 Art Workshop: Interactive Environments
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Investigation into ways virtual 3D environments add interactivity to a variety of design and art application. Implementation of models, environments, and animations into an industry standard 3D game engine.
DES- 297 Field Experience
(1.00 - 2.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Department consent
DES- 299 Independent Study
(1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Department consent
DES- 303 Interior Design Studio 1
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Experiential study of the fundamental principles and elements of interior design and their application to a range of residential design projects. Projects emphasize residential space planning based on functional requirements, application of various elements of design, and design communication methods.
DES- 304 Interior Design II
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Design problems for interior spaces with emphasis on concepts, human interaction, and materials.
DES- 308 Lighting Design In The Built Environment
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Exploration of lighting design as it affects aesthetic, color, and environmental perceptions. Ecological, practical, and qualitative aspects of lighting design.
DES- 310 Graphic Design I
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Exploration of the formal qualities of creating effective and informative design. Foundational design elements including line, shape,form and texture; compositional principle concepts of balance, contrast, grid structures and hierarchy.
DES- 314 Interior Design Contracts and Codes
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Study of interior design professional practice, industry regulations and product specifications.
DES- 320 Furniture Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Design and construction of contemporary furniture.
DES- 321 Digital Imagery Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
A studio workshop experience in digital painting, photo illustration and image compositing using digital tools. Advanced topics and projects rotate.
DES- 325 Interactive Design I: Introduction to Web Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Design and development of web-based human-computer interfaces.
DES- 330 Industrial Design I
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
First course in the industrial design sequence providing an overview of design skills in their application to the resolution of product design problems.
DES- 331 Industrial Design 3: Product Interface Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Designing products and their interfaces to make them understandable, easy to use, safe, and appealing.
DES- 332 Industrial Design 4: Design for Manufacture
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Overview of common materials and manufacturing techniques and application to the design of mass-produced products.
DES- 333 Professional Practice In Industrial Design
(1.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Overview of the role of the professional industrial designer.
DES- 340 Industrial Design II
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Increased understanding of design as applied to the resolution of complex product design.
DES- 345 Product Form Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Exploration of product forms through drawing and model-building techniques.
DES- 349 Cooperative Education Experience
(1.00 - 8.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
Department consent
DES- 360 Graphic Design II
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Social responsibility, business and ethical factors affecting visual communication are investigated while deepening sensitivity and experience in graphic design. Deeper, broader understanding of how to create meaning and utilize problem-solving methodologies to develop work that is compelling, informative, and meaningful.
DES- 370 Interactive Design II: Principles and Methods
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Application of principles and methods related to research, design, development, and evaluation of human-computer interfaces.
DES- 372 3D Modeling and Animation I
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction to 3D digital modeling, animation, texturing, lighting, and rendering techniques. Using digital design elements and visual aesthetics, students create 3D digital imagery and animations.
DES- 373 3D Modeling & Animation III
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Advanced studio course in which 3D digital expertise is developed through directed and collaborative research. Students specialize in one of the following 3D digital fields: modeling, animation, texturing, lighting and rendering, or visual effects. Repeatable: topics and projects rotate each semester.
DES- 374 3D Modeling and Animation II
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Intermediate focus on 3D digital modeling, animation, texturing, lighting, and rendering techniques. Create robust 3D digital imagery and animations using digital design elements and visual aesthetics.
DES- 375 Digital Cinema Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Techniques, topics and projects for digital cinema. Emphasis on creative direction, aesthetics, content and narrative development. Advanced students work individually and in teams to produce and critically examine self-directed projects. Advanced topics and projects rotate each semester.
DES- 378 Animation Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Animation techniques, topics and projects. Course provides an introduction to 2D and stop-motion animation techniques. Advanced students work individually and in teams to produce and critically examine self-directed projects. Specific topics and projects rotate each semester. Repeatable.
DES- 379 Comics & Sequential Art Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Techniques, topics and projects. Introduction to the art and craft of combining words and illustrated pictures to create narrative works. Advanced students work individually and in teams to produce and critically examine self-directed projects. Advanced topics and projects rotate each semester. Repeatable.
DES- 380 Signage And Exhibition Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Organization and design of environmental graphics through the production of signage, display, and exhibition support systems.
DES- 382 Information Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Envisioning information through the design and production of charts, diagrams, maps, and other hierarchical graphics.
DES- 384 Advertising Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Graphic design principles and creative concepts as applied to advertising art.
DES- 385 Interactive Digital Design III: Advanced Concepts
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced design and development of human-computer interfaces.
DES- 386 Publication Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Graphic design principles as applied to the combination and coordination of art and typography with text.
DES- 388 Typographic Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Design of grid-based, hierarchical and expressive typographic structures; analysis of historical and theoretical precedents.
DES- 389 Typography In Motion
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction into dynamic, time-based typography covering technology and skills involved in creating kinetic and emotive typography with various media.
DES- 390 Entertainment Design Portfolio and Professional Practices Seminar
(1.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Professional practices and portfolio seminar for Entertainment Design students, all concentrations. Develop of promotional materials and discuss related business strategies and legal issues.
DES- 397 Field Experience
(1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Department consent
DES- 399 Independent Study
(1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Department consent
DES- 405 Advanced Presentation Techniques For Designers
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Techniques and skills for presentation and communication of visual materials; advanced perspective, mixed-media rendering, transparent watercolor rendering, gouache rendering applied to presentation of product's interiors and exteriors.
DES- 410 Product And Packaging Graphics
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Design and application of graphics to products, packages, and related display systems.
DES- 414 Interior Design Construction Documentation
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced interior design specification and construction documentation, incorporating elements of current professional practice.
DES- 415 Interior Design Studio 3
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced experiential study of the principles and elements of interior design and their application to a range of commercial design projects. Studio design projects emphasize conceptual development, space planning, building code and accessibility compliance.
DES- 416 Interior Design Senior Studio
(4.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Exploration of advanced interior design topics, including sustainability, through an extensive project(s) to include all phases of current interior design professional practice and incorporation into students portfolio.
DES- 431 System, Environment And Context
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced industrial design problems researching system design with consideration of contextual and environmental issues.
DES- 432 Theory, Society And Application
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced design problems applying the theory of design to societal issues.
DES- 449 Cooperative Education Experience
(1.00 - 8.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Work and study in an approved position to gain business/industrial/other experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous.
Department consent
DES- 451 Interior Design Practicum
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Work experience with an interior designer or in design-related field arranged with interior design work experience coordinator.
Department consent
DES- 456 Advanced Art Workshop
(1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Selected art concepts, processes and media will vary to serve special student populations. For students familiar with workshop approach or advanced in art program. Credit determined by individual contract.
DES- 480 Senior Project - Graphic Design
(4.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Exploration of an advanced graphic design topic through an extensive project: research, production specification, and development of a presentation system.
Instructor's consent
DES- 490 Senior Project: Entertainment Design
(3.00 - 4.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Advanced entertainment design topic explored through the completion of professional level projects from concept to published media. Capstone project for the BFA in Entertainment Design. Repeatable. Specific topics and projects rotate each semester. Students are required to take a minimum of two consecutive semesters.
Instructor's consent
DES- 497 Field Experience
(1.00 - 2.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Department consent
DES- 499 Independent Study
(1.00 - 3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Department consent
DES- 521 Digital Imagery Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
A studio workshop experience in digital painting, photo illustration and image compositing using digital tools. Advanced topics and projects rotate.
Instructor's consent
DES- 572 3D Modeling and Animation I
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction to 3D digital modeling, animation, texturing, lighting, and rendering techniques. Using digital design elements and visual aesthetics, students create 3D digital imagery and animations.
Instructor's consent
DES- 573 3D Modeling & Animation III
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Advanced studio course in which 3D digital expertise is developed through directed and collaborative research. Students specialize in one of the following 3D digital fields: modeling, animation, texturing, lighting and rendering, or visual effects. Repeatable: topics and projects rotate each semester.
Instructor's consent
DES- 574 3D Modeling & Animation II
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Intermediate 3D digital design through directed and collaborative research and practice. Students create robust 3D digital imagery and animations using digital design elements and visual aesthetics.
Instructor's consent
DES- 575 Digital Cinema Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Techniques, topics and projects for digital cinema. Emphasis on creative direction, aesthetics, content and narrative development. Advanced students work individually and in teams to produce and critically examine self-directed projects. Advanced topics and projects rotate each semester.
Instructor's consent
DES- 578 Animation Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Animation techniques, topics and projects. Course provides an introduction to 2D and stop-motion animation techniques. Advanced students work individually and in teams to produce and critically examine self-directed projects. Specific topics and projects rotate each semester. Repeatable.
Instructor's consent
DES- 579 Comics & Sequential Art Studio
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Techniques, topics and projects. Introduction to the art and craft of combining words and illustrated pictures to create narrative works. Advanced students work individually and in teams to produce and critically examine self-directed projects. Advanced topics and projects rotate each semester. Repeatable.
Instructor's consent
DES- 580 Signage and Exhibition Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: Yes
Organization and design of environmental graphics through the production of signage, display, and exhibition support systems.
Instructor's consent
DES- 585 Interactive Digital Design III: Advanced Concepts
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced design and development of human-computer interfaces.
Instructor's consent
DES- 700 Design Seminar I
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Introduction to design practice, research, methodology and processes with a focus on establishing graduate work trajectory.
DES- 710 Ethics in Design
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Ethics related to professional design practice and creative scholarship.
Instructor's consent
DES- 712 Sustainable Design Practice
(3.00 cr.)
Repeatable: No
Advanced exploration and evaluation of current environmental design standards, business practices, and materials as they apply to sustainable design.
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