Courses

The online certificate program is a 15-credit program consisting of five 3-credit courses. Some of these courses may be taken to fulfill other requirements, e.g., undergraduate degree students may take ART 10 and ART 20 individually as GA courses.

Prescribed Courses (select 15 credits)

Note: Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course taken to be eligible for the certificate.

- 3
  
  credits
  
  Introduction to visual studies; pictorial space and the principles of visual organization.
- or:
  
  3
  
  credits
  
  Introductory experience in making of art through drawing media; designed for nonmajors seeking general overview of studio practice.
- 3
  
  credits
  
  Introduces 2D digital imaging techniques and concepts for the production of original art and design using graphics software.
- or:
  
  3
  
  credits
  
  Introduces 3D foundational skills for producing images, videos, objects, and interactive real-time virtual spaces with 3D software.
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  3
  
  credits
  
  Introduces time-based animation fundamentals along with core skills and knowledge necessary for producing animated work.
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  3
  
  credits
  
  Introduces essential techniques and concepts of modern web design, focusing on how visual graphics and layout contribute to user experience.
3

credits

An introduction to the language, aesthetics, and cultural impacts of digital art and design in contemporary society.

Note
Though ENGL 15 isn't a prerequisite for ART 211Y, this course is writing-intensive and students should be comfortable in their writing before taking the course.
3

credits

An intermediate level studio course in which students develop digital art and design work that promotes creative thinking and problem-based learning in producing digital media projects to be included in their digital portfolio.

Prerequisite
DART 202 or DART 203 or DART 204 or DART 205 or DART 206
3

credits

This course emphasizes the development of presentation skills for digital artists in audience/client interactions.

Prerequisite
DART 300

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