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Program name change; will now be known as Graphic Design starting in Fall 2009.

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1100 Drawing for Design 1 3 credit hours Foundation of drawing illustrative matter for commercial applications using various materials and techniques appropriate to the field of graphic design and illustration. Emphasis on visualization and sketching of concepts. (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1102 Design 1 3 credit hours Basic design principles related to the Graphic Design and Advertising field including study of principles and elements such as composition, abstraction, color, form and shapes. Understanding the relationship of elements and development of two-dimensional projects for commercial applications. (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1104 Drawing for Design 2 3 credit hours Illustration for advertising, graphic design, and editorial applications using various black-and-white and color commercial media such as pencil, ink, wash, marker, and various water-based media. Emphasis on the development of individual techniques, styles, and conceptual interpretation. Prerequisite: Advertising, Design and Illustration 1100 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent, or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1105 Design 2: Typography 3 credit hours Introduction to the fundamentals of typography including typographic history, study of letterforms, terms, classifications, and typeface selection. Exploration of type mechanics and aesthetics, using type in a variety of design applications. Structure, layout, and information hierarchy as well as type's relationship to image, and cultural contexts examined. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 1102 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1106 Three-Dimensional Design 3 credit hours A course exploring the fundamentals of the formal systems and basic elements of visual organization through three-dimensional design principles and theories using a variety of materials for commercial applications. (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1107 Image Creation and Composition 3 credit hours Study of creating and composing images for a variety of graphic design solutions. Use of computers and current software to develop image-based design projects. Emphasis on originality of source imagery and image creation techniques including collage, montage, and mixed media. Creation of seamless, high quality images suitable for portfolio presentation. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 1102 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent and Graphic Arts Technology 1102 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1108 Digital Illustration for Design 3 credit hours Utilization of computers to create illustrations for commercial applications. Use of raster and vector-oriented software such as Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. Integration of illustration and design. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 1102 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1820 Selected Topics in Advertising, Design and Illustration 2 credit hours Critical discussion, review and analysis of a selected topic in advertising, design or illustration. Completion of projects appropriate to the selected topic. Topic is specified in the subtitle of the course listed in the Class Schedule. May be taken up to three times for credit as long as a different topic is selected each time. Prerequisite: Any 1100-level Advertising, Design and Illustration course or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1821 Selected Topics in Advertising, Design and Illustration 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Any 1100-level Advertising, Design and Illustration course or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 1840 Independent Study – Individualized 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (1 to 4 lecture hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2201 Design 3 3 credit hours Study of communication of ideas and information through symbols, images, illustration, and typography in a simulated professional environment. Continuing study of design principles and elements. Advanced color theory and practice in traditional and electronic form. Development of design and illustration projects through a professional process that includes research, conceptualization, image and type generation, layout, presentation, and evaluation. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 1105 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2202 Web/Interactive Design 1 3 credit hours Study of aesthetics of designing for interactivity in nonlinear environments. Introduction to current authoring techniques and technologies to create and develop basic projects in which interactivity is the focus. Development of prototype designs for Web, kiosks, games, portfolios, and DVDs covered. Prerequisites: Advertising Design and Illustration 1105 and 1107 with a grade of “C” or better in each or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2203 Design for Advertising 3 credit hours Study and develop forms of advertising such as broadcast, direct mail, sales promotion, outdoor and collateral. Research and develop layout ads with markers and other commercial media, and study design principles, consumer motivation, advertising and ad format. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2204 Advanced Illustration 3 credit hours Development of illustrations for commercial applications on an advanced level. Emphasis on traditional and contemporary media appropriate for individual projects. Prerequisite: Advertising, Design and Illustration 1104 or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2205 Design 4 3 credit hours Study of communication of ideas and information through symbols, images, illustration, and typography as applied to editorial, packaging, and other types of graphic design projects. Emphasis on professional design and illustration processes and presentation skills. Practical application of two and three dimensional design theory. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 2201 or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2206 Web/Interactive Design 2 3 credit hours Students expand their understanding of Web and interactive design concepts and processes through advanced Web design projects. Planning, design and development of informational, editorial and promotional Web sites explored using current authoring tools and techniques. Prerequisite: Advertising, Design and Illustration 2202 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2207 Media Campaign 3 credit hours Develop concept, design, and presentation of complete multimedia strategies for ad campaigns consisting of newspaper, magazine, direct mail, television, promotion and other means that will reach target audiences. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 2203 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2208 Portfolio Seminar 3 credit hours A capstone course in the development of a portfolio of projects in graphic design and/or illustration. Examination of career opportunities in graphic design and illustration. Discussion of strategies for approaching and presenting to potential employers and/or clients. Comparison of traditional and electronic portfolio presentations. Recommend 30 hours of credit in the program or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2209 Anatomy and Figure 3 credit hours The study of anatomy as related to the human figure for commercial purposes and settings using various media. Quick sketching and longer studies using costumed and live models are featured. (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2210 Cartooning 3 credit hours Creation of original written and illustrated cartoons exploring a variety of formats including greeting cards, editorials, products, spot illustrations, characters, and comics. Materials and techniques to implement comic art includes sketching, penciling, inking, lettering, and coloring. Emphasis on details that define and individualize cartoons, leading to clear and concise techniques for conveying stories, humor, and concepts. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 1100 or Art 1101 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ADVERTISING, DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION 2211 Sequential Art 3 credit hours Study of storytelling theories and techniques of art for graphic novels, comic books, comic strips, children's books, and storyboards for animation and film. Development of scripts, storyboarding, penciling, inking, digitizing, and computer coloring covered. Prerequisite: Advertising Design and Illustration 2210 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

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