2013-2014 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

GDES-2100 Typography–Fa 3 hours An introduction to the study of typography and its role in the structuring of visual language and its relationship to the discipline of graphic design. The course will examine the history of letterforms, their sources, and their influences and will provide opportunities for learning principles and guidelines for the effective use of type in visual communications for a variety of media and messages. Students will learn to structure intelligent, creative type solutions through classroom discussion, reading, research, and studio assignments, including editorial, promotional, and informational applications of typography. Prerequisites: ART-1230 Two-Dimensional Design; GDES-1150 Digital Image/Illustration. GD Majors and minors only. ( Fee: $50) GDES-2120 Graphic Design I–Sp 3 hours An introduction to the study of graphic design with emphasis on using the principles of design to communicate information and ideas in visual form. The course will provide opportunities to learn principles of visual communication and steps in the design process necessary to produce effective design solutions. Learning will be achieved through classroom discussion, reading, research, and studio assignments that center on producing concepts for both printed and electronic forms of information design. Prerequisites: GDES-2100 Typography; GDES-1220 Digital Image/ Photography. GD majors and minors only. (Fee: $50) GDES-2600 Web Design–Fa, Sp 3 hours Students will learn to design websites, pages, and content while integrating creative visual design, layout, and usable navigation features to effectively guide users to content. Concepts in user- centered visual design will be explored while students develop foundational skills in HTML, CSS, and web-publishing applications. Prerequisites: GDES-1220 Digital Image/Photography or TPC- 2000 Production Tools for Technical Communication ; GDES-2120 Graphic Design I or GDES-1300 Graphic Design for Non-Majors ; or permission of instructor. GDES-3110 Portfolio–Fa, Sp 1 hour This course will focus on developing professional presentation materials and communication skills required to present project work to design professionals and prospective employers. Previous project work will be refined along with additional project work necessary to emphasize interest in a particular area of specialization. Students will be required to develop a resumé and portfolio along with written communications for documenting their education, experience, and technical skills. Students are recommended to have completed or be concurrently taking GDES- 2120 Graphic Design I to have adequate material for their portfolio. (Fee: $145) GDES-3120 Graphic Design II–Fa 3 hours An in-depth study of visual communication design and its role in creating corporate and brand identity programs. Prerequisites: GDES-1150 Digital Image/Illustration; GDES-1220 Digital Image/ Photography; GDES-2120 Graphic Design I; GDES-3230 Production Design I; or permission of the instructor. GD majors and minors only. (Fee: $50) GDES-3230 Production Design I–Fa 3 hours An introduction to the technical processes required for the production of graphic design solutions in a variety of media. The course will provide opportunities to gain understanding of guidelines and requirements necessary for producing design documents in both conventional and electronic media. GD majors and minors only. (Fee: $50) GDES-3600 Advanced Web Design–Fa 3 hours Students will learn advanced concepts and techniques in web design including visual design, navigation, usability, grid layout, scripting, coding, and other skills necessary to produce professional, visually enhanced media for delivery via the web. Students will use industry standards, including software, to develop websites and digital media that integrate motion, sound, and interactivity to add value and enhance the user experience for web-based advertising, marketing, and other communication needs. Prerequisites: GDES-2600 Web Design . GDES-4120 Graphic Design III–Sp 3 hours A comprehensive study in developing strategy-based design concepts and solutions. This course will examine and utilize targeted market research in developing a design strategy to serve as a framework for developing targeted brand design concepts. The course will require students to develop each phase of the project into part of a comprehensive brand design presentation. Prerequisites: GDES-3230 Production Design I; GDES-3600 Graphic Design II; or permission of the instructor. (Fee: $50) GDES-4230 Production Design II–Sp 3 hours An in-depth study of production methods and practices for application to 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional design concepts. Prerequisites: GDES-1150 Digital Image/Illustration; GDES-1220 Digital Image/Photography; GDES-2120 Graphic Design I; GDES- 3230 Production Design I; or permission of the instructor. (Fee: $50) GDES-4600 Interactive Interface Design–Sp 3 hours Students will study the principles of general interface and interaction design, applying these principles through front-end skills such as JavaScript, DOM manipulation, and CSS in order to develop effective interactive interfaces for websites, mobile devices, interactive television, contemporary technology, and software. Prerequisites: GDES-3600 Advanced Web Design; or permission of the instructor. (Fee: $35) GDES-4610 Digital Portfolio –Sp 1 hour This course will focus on developing a professional web-based digital portfolio and resumé that demonstrates your web design knowledge and abilities in addition to your academic and career achievements to prospective employers. Previous project work will be refined along with additional project work necessary to emphasize abilities in a particular area of specialization. Students will be required to develop a web-based digital portfolio and resumé documenting their education, experience, and technical skills. Prerequisites: Previous or concurrent enrollment in GDES- 3600 Advanced Web Design and senior status; or permission of instructor. GDES-4900 Graphic Design Internship–Fa, Sp, Su 0-6 hours The graphic design internship will give the student an opportunity to gain actual on-the-job experience with professionals in the graphic design industry. This opportunity will allow students to gain insight into the professional practices and approaches to solving communication challenges for a variety of business models and client types. This experience will become a valuable asset in competing for an entry-level position upon graduation. CR/NC course. Geography (GEO) GEO-3080 History of Russia and Eastern Europe–Fa 3 hours The course will cover not only Soviet history but also major events of Russian history up to the Bolshevik Revolution. Soviet history will be studied in detail, with attention given to the development of non-Russian peoples in the empire. The political, economic, social, and foreign policy aspects of Soviet history will all be covered, emphasizing Perestroika and the Soviet collapse. Crosslisted as GEO, HIST, INTL, or POLS Course Descriptions | GEO-3510 – GEOL-3600 Page 232 2013–14 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions GDES-2100 – GEO-3080