Courses

Introduces 2D digital imaging techniques and concepts for the production of original art and design using graphics software.

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

An introduction to digital photography, emphasizing camera skills, aesthetics, and storytelling.

The application of creativity to the practical concerns of narrative script and radio/television spot writing.

This course introduces students to concepts, skills, language and principles of practice in art and design, communication, and information sciences.

In this course students synthesize concepts, theories, and applications acquired in introductory courses and think critically about their professional objectives.

In this capstone, students develop portfolio projects by applying creative production concepts, tools, and approaches to a contemporary issue.

Examines the relationship between physical capabilities, cognitive and social models, and philosophical issues pertinent to human-centered analysis, design and development work.

Introduction to how the World Wide Web utilizes emerging technologies. Students acquire a conceptual understanding of constructing websites.

Introduction to visual studies; pictorial space and the principles of visual organization.

Introductory experience in making of art through drawing media; designed for nonmajors seeking general overview of studio practice.

Introduces 3D foundational skills for producing images, videos, objects, and interactive real-time virtual spaces with 3D software.

Introduces time-based animation fundamentals along with core skills and knowledge necessary for producing animated work.

Introduces essential techniques and concepts of modern web design, focusing on how visual graphics and layout contribute to user experience.

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.

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

Examination of individuals' selection, uses and perceptions of media and the effects of media on individuals' attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.

The development of electronic media and telecommunications, emphasizing social, economic, political and global impact.

Students will evaluate content creation and distribution methods and demonstrate proficiency across emerging digital products and services.

Introduction to various modalities of idea development and written expression for media production.

Provides an overview of the various media and communications methods that comprise modern integrated marketing campaigns.

Development of an informed and critical approach to photocommunication; individual and team projects, seminars, and critiques.

Development in the law, policy, and business of Internet-mediated communications and commerce; emphasis on impact on existing legal, regulatory, and economic models.

Study foundational concepts and methodologies in User Experience (UX) design and thinking. The course will feature iterative design processes to employ basic management techniques in working with product stakeholders for digital planning practices.

Apply knowledge in User Interface (UI) design and practice designing and prototyping compelling visual interfaces for multiple platforms - from websites to physical spaces to the nuanced interactions in mobile and wearable environments.

Intermediate application development including algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented concepts.

Introductory design and development studio course for IST and SRA students.

Introduction to object-oriented applications including applications in an Object Oriented Design (OOD) language or OOD languages.

This course addresses activities in the system development process that ensure usability. It considers the emerging concept of usability, requirements gathering and analysis, activity design, information design, interaction design, documentation design, user testing and usability evaluation.