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A formal investigation into the drawing of the human form, this course provides live models and other natural forms. Students are presented with both technical and expressive tools designed to help them better understand the human figure in a visual context.

In this course, students will explore the motion graphics production process through the development of essential conceptual and presentation skills. Students will use traditional and digital means to visualize client-based projects.

This introductory class utilizes vector and raster design tools in the creation of digital imagery developed for graphic design and expressive art.

This computer class utilizes painting and photo-editing programs.

This course introduces the tools and techniques used in the development of effective communication utilizing 2D motion graphics. Students will explore basic animation theory related of kinetic composition and aesthetics; study the history of field; and develop and understanding of how motion graphics are used in a commercial and fine art context.

This course is an introduction to user experience design (UX design) and focuses on the design of interactions between users and digital products utilizing a human centered design approach.

The course presents students with a critical lens to examine the social and cultural impact of graphic design professional practice.

Prototyping is a skill every designer should master because it is the most effective, fast, and often the cheapest way to make ideas tangible and testable. In this course, students learn how to prototype design concepts to create better user experiences. Various prototyping techniques will be explored in this course.

This course studies the principles and attitudes common to many fields of art and design. Some structures of art history are illustrated.

This course focuses on the application of graphic design skills within the context of a project based collaborative environment. Students will utilize their skills in different graphic design forms to create complex graphic design projects as a member of a design team.

This course introduces strategies for problem-solving and prepares students for upper-level coursework in interactive design research. Practical hands-on methods include visual research, design journals, mind maps, storyboards, diagramming, prototyping, case studies, and other forms of conceptualization. This course will also give students an in-depth understanding of basic qualitative research methods used to design problem-solving. Students will apply their knowledge to real-world projects. They will conduct user research, analyze research results, and communicate findings.