DES Course Descriptions
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DES-200 Design Theory and Methods (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
A study and application of various techniques and theories of design to fundamental design problems.
Prerequisites: take ART-101, ART-103.
DES-205 Presentation Techniques (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Experience in the various techniques of visually developing and presenting a design.
Prerequisites: take ART-100.
DES-210 Letter Form Design (3 cr.)
Fall
Design of letterforms, figures, and visual symbols; history and development of type; calligraphy; page composition for various formats and audiences.
Prerequisites: take ART-100, ART-101.
DES-220 Computer Imagery (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Creative use of digital technology: the design of 2D images and illustrations in both hard copy and digital formats, using bitmap, vector, layout programs, and HTML editors.
Corequisite courses: ART-101.
DES-232 Human Body and Form (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Utilize existing human factors research methods, anthropometrics, application of data, task assessment and critical fit issues in relationship to the body as well as conduct original research while practicing industrial design.
Prerequisites: take DES-200, DES-205.
DES-256 Art Workshop (1-3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Selected art concepts, processes and media will vary to serve special student populations. Credit determined by individual contract. R
DES-303 Interior Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Design and development of interior spaces with a sensitivity to human interaction, materials, and furnishing.
Prerequisites: take ART-103, DES-205, AEC-131, AEC-233.
DES-304 Interior Design II (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Design problems for interior spaces with emphasis on concepts, human interaction, and materials.
Prerequisites: take RD-205 or DES-303.
DES-308 Lighting Design in the Built Environment (3 cr.)
Fall
Exploration of lighting design as it affects aesthetic, color, and environmental perceptions. Ecological, practical, and qualitative aspects of lighting design.
Prerequisites: take DES-303. $
DES-310 Graphic Design I (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Study and creation of visual images used to inform and/or persuade specific audiences.
Prerequisites: take ART-101 DES-210 or DES-330.
DES-314 Interior Specifications I (3 cr.)
Fall
An introduction to interior design methods, materials, procedures and specifications.
DES-320 Interior Furniture Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Applied studio projects with structural, material, economic and aesthetic considerations in the design of contemporary furniture.
Prerequisites: take DES-303 or DES-340.
DES-325 Advanced Computer Imagery (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Digital design fo two dimensional, time-based motion, and interaction graphics.
Prerequisites: take CS-142, ART-100, ART-101, DES-220.
DES-330 Industrial Design I (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
First course in the industrial design sequence providing an overview of design skills in their application to the resolution of product design problems.
Prerequisites: take DES-200, DES-205, or RD-205.
DES-331 Human Interface and Interaction (3 cr.)
Fall
Developing physical and digital interfaces in product design through exploration of user- centered methods of research.
Prerequisites: take DES-232, MFGT-103.
DES-333 Professional Practice in Industrial Design (1 cr.)
Fall and Spring
The role of the professional industrial designer, portfolio development and preparation for a career in industrial design.
Prerequisites: take DES-232.
DES-340 Industrial Design II (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Increased understanding of design as applied to the resolution of complex product design.
Prerequisites: take DES-330.
DES-345 Product Form Design (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Exploration of product forms through drawing and model-building techniques.
Prerequisites: take DES-200, DES-205, DES-330, MFGT-103.
DES-360 Graphic Design II (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Application of social, business and ethical factors affecting visual communication, while increasing sensitivity and experience in graphic design.
Prerequisites: choose 1 option: take DES-310 and DES-220 or take DES-310 and DES-330.
DES-370 Interface Design (3 cr.)
Fall, Spring and Summer
Design of digital interfaces using visual aesthetics and end-user research methodologies to communicate information and enhance user experience in a variety of digital output forms.
Prerequisites: take CS-143, DES-325, DES-360.
DES-372 3D Modeling and Animation (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Basic 3D modeling, rendering, and animation techniques using virtual objects and visual aesthetics to define form and motion.
Prerequisites: take CS-143, DES-325.
DES-373 Digital Characters (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Study of 3D modeling and animation of digital characters and "artificial" life forms.
Prerequisites: take DES-372, ART-301.
DES-374 Digital Environments (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Study of digital environments with 3D computer graphics and interaction design.
Prerequisites: take DES-372.
DES-377 Interactive Digital Content Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Exploration of emerging forms of interactive digital content through advanced multimedia design topic(s).
Prerequisites: take DES-370.
DES-380 Signage and Exhibition Design (3 cr.)
Summer
Organization and design of environmental graphics through the production of signage, display, and exhibition support systems.
Prerequisites: take DES-205, DES-360.
DES-381 Advanced Computer Animation (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Advanced 3D modeling, rendering and animation techniques where student develop personal aesthetics and character forms.
Prerequisites: take DES-372.
DES-382 Information Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Envisioning information through the design and production of charts, diagrams, maps, and other hierarchical graphics.
Prerequisites: take DES-360.
DES-384 Advertising Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Graphic design principles and creative concepts as applied to advertising art.
Prerequisites: take DES-205, DES-360.
DES-385 Interactive Digital Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Advanced design of digital interfaces and interactive systems focusing on visual aesthetics in a variety of output forms with various electronic devices. Prerequisites: take DES-370.
DES-386 Publication Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Graphic design principles as applied to the combination and coordination of art and typography with text.
Prerequisites: take DES-360.
DES-388 Typographic Design (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Design of grid-based, hierarchical and expressive typographic structures; analysis of historical and theoretical precedents.
Prerequisites: take DES-360.
DES-405 Advanced Presentation Techniques for Designers (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
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.
Prerequisites: take DES-205.
DES-410 Product and Packaging Graphics (3 cr.)
Design and application of graphics to products, packages, and related display systems.
Prerequisites: take DES-360.
DES-414 Interior Specifications II (3 cr.)
Spring and Summer
Advanced interior design specification and construction documentation, incorporating elements of current professional practice.
Prerequisites: take DES-314.
DES-415 Environmental Interior Design I (3 cr.)
Analysis and application of various office systems as they apply to and are a part of an architectural setting.
Prerequisites: take DES-304.
DES-416 Environmental Interior Design II (4 cr.)
Advanced interior design topics, with extensive projects, including all phases of current interior design professional practice and incorporation into student portfolio.
Prerequisites: take DES-415.
DES-430 Industrial Design III (4 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Advanced design problems chosen by consultation between student and instructor.
Prerequisites: take DES-345, DES-340.
DES-431 System, Environment and Context (3 cr.)
Fall
Advanced industrial design problems researching system design with consideration of contextual and environmental issues.
Prerequisites: take DES-331.
DES-440 Industrial Design IV (4 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Professional level of understanding and skill applied to advanced design problem chosen in consultation between student and instructor. Prerequisites: take DES-430.
DES-451 Interior Design Practicum (3 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Work experience with an interior designer or in design-related field arranged with interior design work experience coordinator. Prerequisites: take DES-303.
DES-456 Advanced Art Workshop(1-3 cr.)
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. R
DES-480 Senior Project — Graphic Design (4 cr.)
Exploration of an advanced graphic design topic through an extensive project: research, production specification, and development of a presentation system. Instructor's consent required.
Prerequisites: take 1 option: take DES-360 and DES-380, or take DES-360 and DES-410.
DES-490 Senior Project Multimedia Design (4 cr.)
Fall and Spring
Approved advanced Multimedia topic(s) explored through the completion of professional level project(s), from concept to published digital media. Multimedia Design students only.
Prerequisites: take DES-370 and MEDIA-430; and take DES-384 or DES-385.