DSGN 111 | Design View | 3

Introduction to design thinking and how design practice affects everyday life in a diversity of cultures (graphic, industrial, architectural, fashion). Course will be a mixture of lectures with guest speakers as well as exams and assignments. Lecture format.

DSGN 211 | Foundations of Visual Communication | 3

Issues and topics related to the development of visual communication/graphic design with emphasis on the development of typographic and print culture.

DSGN 220 | Visual Communication I | 4

Introduction to and exploration of visual thinking experiences and the translation of ideas into sketches and drawings representing solutions to visual communication problems. Includes studies in graphic ideation, graphic languages, object drawing, orthographic views, perspective, the visualization process and storyboarding.
Prerequisites: Major status.

DSGN 240 | Visual Communication II | 4

Introduction and exploration of visual literacy elements and principles. Emphasis on how these elements and principles are applied in visual communication problems pertaining to both graphic design and typography. Course will incorporate hands-on projects covering both analog and digital techniques of image and type manipulation. Lecture/lab.
Prerequisites: Major status.

DSGN 249 | Graphic Design Concepts | 4

Introductory course in layout, design, and software with an emphasis on typography. Course incorporates hands-on projects covering both analog and digital techniques of image and type manipulation. Lecture/Lab. For non-majors only.

DSGN 250 | Visual Communication III | 4

Introduction and exploration of the basic principles, processes, and materials of three-dimensional forms. Emphasis on how these elements and principles are applied in visual communication problems and the selection and use of materials with an emphasis on paper. Course will incorporate hands-on projects in 3D visualization and construction. Lecture/lab.
Prerequisites: Major status.

DSGN 260 | Visual Communication IV | 4

Introduction and exploration of the basic principles of time-based media, integration of design principles and elements, time and sequence, and methods of storytelling. Lecture/lab.
Prerequisites: Major status.

DSGN 312 | Graphic Design in the 20th Century | 4

History of modern graphic design and illustration.
Prerequisites: DSGN 211 and one from A/HI 240, A/HI 241, A/HI 240A or A/HI 240B.

DSGN 330 | Typography I | 5

Focus on the use of type as an informative and expressive visual/verbal element in graphic design. Principles and methods of typographic layout will be introduced and expanded upon aiming the development of skills in using type creatively and effectively in specific communication scenarios. Lecture/lab.
Prerequisites: DSGN 111, DSGN 220, DSGN 240, DSGN 250, DSGN 260, major status.

DSGN 331 | Typography II | 5

Advanced problems of typographic layout. Focus on the design long textual content, such as books and publications. Emphasis in the use of type as a conceptual tool for both communication and visual expression in a variety of visual/verbal genres. Lecture/lab.
Prerequisites: DSGN 330, BFA status.

DSGN 340 | Graphic Design: 2D | 5

Advanced concepts and solutions in graphic design for visual communication problems. Project will utilize previous skills in typography, graphic materials, publications as well as time and motion in building the visual cornerstone of branding. Course will focus on graphic identities, graphical application and methodology for integrating messages and media for a comprehensive approach to visual communication as it’s related to visual brands. Lecture and lab.
Prerequisites: DSGN 330.

DSGN 341 | Graphic Design: 3D | 5

Concepts and techniques of three-dimensional design with an emphasis on packaging design. Projects will focus on choice of materials, structural forms, and graphic treatment as integrated components of the visual communication strategy. Lecture and lab.
Prerequisites: DSGN 340.

DSGN 350 | Design Production Processes | 3

The study of design process for print-based materials with an emphasis on current industry practices. Includes overview of finishing and binding techniques, materials selection and application, and project management.
Prerequisites: DSGN 111, DSGN 220, DSGN 240, DSGN 250, DSGN 260, major status.

DSGN 351 | Print and Finishing Lab | 2

A hands-on study of the design process for print-based materials. Emphasizes team-based approaches to problem solving in the production of a bound collaborative analog and digital print edition.
Prerequisites: DSGN 350.

DSGN 359 | Book Arts Production | 5

Course in the history, methods and practices of book design, structures and their application in the production of limited edition and unique formats employing letterpress, offset and digital printing techniques. Lecture/lab. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 credits.
Prerequisites: DSGN 250, major status.

DSGN 360 | Digital Media Design I | 5

Methods and concepts of designing for an online experience, including a working knowledge of scripting languages, image optimization, file organization, information architecture, and usability.
Prerequisites: DSGN 111, DSGN 220, DSGN 240, DSGN 250, DSGN 260, major status.

DSGN 361 | Digital Media Design II | 5

Approaches and concepts in designing for various digital platforms, focusing on user-interface, interactivity, and user-experience.
Prerequisites: DSGN 360.

DSGN 362 | Digital Media Design II | 5

Advanced problems in time-based media design. Projects will be more complex and conceptual in nature. Focus is on the investigation of narrative and technical aspects of time-based media, including pre-production, production, and post-production.
Prerequisites: DSGN 361, BFA status.

DSGN 375 | Summer Design Abroad

Team taught. Opportunity for students to experience design on an international level. Extensive workshop/field trip format combines lectures by prominent designers, visitations to design firms and international corporations as well as opportunities to attend museums and expositions featuring design. Repeatable to a maximum of 14 cr. Offered summers only.

DSGN 480 | BFA Seminar | 5

Advanced problems in visual communication design (design production, graphic design, interactive/web/motion graphics). Repeatable to 15 credits.
Prerequisites: DSGN 331, DSGN 362, BFA status.

DSGN 481 | BFA Workshop | 2

Special topics in visual communication design in an intensive workshop format. Repeatable for 6 credits.
Prerequisites: BFA status.

DSGN 485 | Professional Practices in Visual Communication Design | 3

Currents trends, professional issues and practices. Preparation of a professional portfolio. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits.
Prerequisites: DSGN 340, DSGN 361, DSGN 350, BA or BFA major status.

DSGN 489 | Internship | 10

Supervised pragmatic work experiences under the direction and supervision of qualified professional practitioners. Taken during summer quarter between junior and senior academic years. S/U grading
Prerequisites: DSGN 331, 362, BFA status.