ART 021 - DIGITAL PRINT PRODUCTION
Introduction to the use of Macintosh OS based computer applications for layout and production. This course will focus on learning current page composition applications and will examine digital illustration and photo editing applications. Projects will concentrate on efficiency and accuracy in the design of predetermined layouts with opportunity for student generated design. Prereq.: Must be freshman or sophomore to enroll and an Art & Design, Advertising or Magazines major, or consent of instructor.

ART 051 - TYPOGRAPHY I
Introduction to typography and the study of letterforms. Through a series of projects, critiques, and lectures, students develop technical skills and a refined aesthetic by concentrating on how typographic form creates and supports content. Course topics will include terminology, typographic history, and technical issues related to typography. Prereq.: ART 013, ART 015, and ART 021

ART 052 - GRAPHIC DESIGN I
Introduction to the primary compositional concepts of graphic design. Lectures, projects, and critiques develop graphic design problem-solving skills through the critical evaluation of concept, creativity, and technical ability. Emphasis is placed on the process of development toward a solution. Prereq.: ART 013, ART 015, and ART 021.

ART 114 - DESIGN FOR THE WEB
This course addresses the developing technologies in interactive, web, and multi-media fields. Projects concentrate on the design of interactive productions for the web and CD-ROM. The course includes the examination of relevant digital technologies and software applications including web page composition, digital animation, and digital illustration. Prereq.: ART 051 and ART 052 permission.

ART 115 - TYPOGRAPHY II
This intermediate course will explore the technical and visual problem solving issues and aesthetic uses of type. Creative thinking is encouraged with an emphasis on both the technical and expressive use of type. Projects explore the interpretive and plastic aspects of type and their role in effective visual communication. Prereq.: ART 51 and ART 52.

ART 116 - GRAPHIC DESIGN II
Further exploration of strategies, processes, and technical knowledge needed for the creation of communicative imagery. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between semantic and visual information. Projects involve research and the analysis of message and meaning in relation to visual communications. Prereq.: ART 51 and ART 52

ART 150 - SPECIAL TOPICS/ GRAPHIC DESIGN
This two-week intensive course will fully explore basic components of visual and interactive design in flash with an emphasis on application as a tool for website design. Students will investigate interface development, basic and fundamental approaches to animation and basic scripting for interactivity. Projects will focus on the development of an interactive portfolio geared for web distribution as well as CD production.

ART 151 - PUBLICATION DESIGN
This course covers a variety of topics central to the design of long format publications. Through the development applied projects students will attain a strong foundation in the technical and conceptual skills utilized to design publications. Course activities will include readings, lectures and discussions of techniques, instruction in the use of software and hardware, a series of design projects and critiques and discussions of these projects. Prereq.: ART 115 or ART 116.

ART 152 - ADVANCED INTERACTIVE DESIGN
Prereq.: ART 115 or ART 116.

ART 155 - GRAPHIC DESIGN III
Advanced professional projects are introduced, including identity and logotype design, editorial design, posters, and advertising. Emphasis is given to research, critical evaluation, presentation, and production techniques. Prereq.: ART 115 and ART 116.

ART 156 - GRAPHIC DESIGN IV
Students initiate individual projects of personal interest in the preparation of a professional portfolio. Prereq.: ART 115 and 116.