Introduction to Visual Communication |
1001 (001) |
Eliza Rosen |
Mon
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This research, discussion, and critique course develops a visual and verbal vocabulary by examining relationships between form and content, word and image. Study includes symbolic association and the problem of effective communication in a highly complex culture.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1002.
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Class Number
2064
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1114
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Introduction to Visual Communication |
1001 (002) |
|
Tues
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This research, discussion, and critique course develops a visual and verbal vocabulary by examining relationships between form and content, word and image. Study includes symbolic association and the problem of effective communication in a highly complex culture.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1002.
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Class Number
2065
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1114
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Introduction to Visual Communication |
1001 (003) |
Martha Chiplis |
Tues
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This research, discussion, and critique course develops a visual and verbal vocabulary by examining relationships between form and content, word and image. Study includes symbolic association and the problem of effective communication in a highly complex culture.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1002.
|
Class Number
2066
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1214
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Introduction to Visual Communication |
1001 (004) |
|
Wed
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This research, discussion, and critique course develops a visual and verbal vocabulary by examining relationships between form and content, word and image. Study includes symbolic association and the problem of effective communication in a highly complex culture.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1002.
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Class Number
2067
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1214
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Introduction to Visual Communication |
1001 (005) |
John Bowers |
Wed
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
All Online
|
Description
This research, discussion, and critique course develops a visual and verbal vocabulary by examining relationships between form and content, word and image. Study includes symbolic association and the problem of effective communication in a highly complex culture.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1002.
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Class Number
2094
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Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Online
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Introduction to Visual Communication |
1001 (006) |
John Bowers |
Thurs
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This research, discussion, and critique course develops a visual and verbal vocabulary by examining relationships between form and content, word and image. Study includes symbolic association and the problem of effective communication in a highly complex culture.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1002.
|
Class Number
2103
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1114
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Introduction to Visual Communication |
1001 (007) |
John Bowers |
Fri
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This research, discussion, and critique course develops a visual and verbal vocabulary by examining relationships between form and content, word and image. Study includes symbolic association and the problem of effective communication in a highly complex culture.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1002.
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Class Number
2106
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1114
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Illustration Technologies Lab |
1002 (001) |
Kimberly Karen Viviano |
Mon
6:45 PM - 8:00 PM
All Online
|
Description
Digital visualization is essential to all contemporary creative communication. This class will familiarize students with the syntax, tools and methods of vector-based drawing and reinforce analogies to traditional methods of image-making covered in the First Year Program. Students will begin with an introduction to the computer as a graphic design tool: the relationship of vector to raster graphics and the peripherals. The focus on building proficiency with industry-standard Adobe Illustrator software will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. Students apply technical competencies to formal design problems during the second half of this course and in Beginning Graphic Design class.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2068
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Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Online
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Illustration Technologies Lab |
1002 (002) |
Kimberly Karen Viviano |
Tues
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
In Person
|
Description
Digital visualization is essential to all contemporary creative communication. This class will familiarize students with the syntax, tools and methods of vector-based drawing and reinforce analogies to traditional methods of image-making covered in the First Year Program. Students will begin with an introduction to the computer as a graphic design tool: the relationship of vector to raster graphics and the peripherals. The focus on building proficiency with industry-standard Adobe Illustrator software will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. Students apply technical competencies to formal design problems during the second half of this course and in Beginning Graphic Design class.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2069
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Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1108
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Illustration Technologies Lab |
1002 (003) |
Kimberly Karen Viviano |
Tues
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
In Person
|
Description
Digital visualization is essential to all contemporary creative communication. This class will familiarize students with the syntax, tools and methods of vector-based drawing and reinforce analogies to traditional methods of image-making covered in the First Year Program. Students will begin with an introduction to the computer as a graphic design tool: the relationship of vector to raster graphics and the peripherals. The focus on building proficiency with industry-standard Adobe Illustrator software will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. Students apply technical competencies to formal design problems during the second half of this course and in Beginning Graphic Design class.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2070
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Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1108
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Illustration Technologies Lab |
1002 (004) |
Kimberly Karen Viviano |
Wed
6:45 PM - 8:00 PM
All Online
|
Description
Digital visualization is essential to all contemporary creative communication. This class will familiarize students with the syntax, tools and methods of vector-based drawing and reinforce analogies to traditional methods of image-making covered in the First Year Program. Students will begin with an introduction to the computer as a graphic design tool: the relationship of vector to raster graphics and the peripherals. The focus on building proficiency with industry-standard Adobe Illustrator software will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. Students apply technical competencies to formal design problems during the second half of this course and in Beginning Graphic Design class.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2071
|
Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Online
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Illustration Technologies Lab |
1002 (005) |
Kimberly Karen Viviano |
Wed
8:15 PM - 9:30 PM
All Online
|
Description
Digital visualization is essential to all contemporary creative communication. This class will familiarize students with the syntax, tools and methods of vector-based drawing and reinforce analogies to traditional methods of image-making covered in the First Year Program. Students will begin with an introduction to the computer as a graphic design tool: the relationship of vector to raster graphics and the peripherals. The focus on building proficiency with industry-standard Adobe Illustrator software will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. Students apply technical competencies to formal design problems during the second half of this course and in Beginning Graphic Design class.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2095
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Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Online
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Illustration Technologies Lab |
1002 (006) |
Richard Bresden |
Thurs
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
In Person
|
Description
Digital visualization is essential to all contemporary creative communication. This class will familiarize students with the syntax, tools and methods of vector-based drawing and reinforce analogies to traditional methods of image-making covered in the First Year Program. Students will begin with an introduction to the computer as a graphic design tool: the relationship of vector to raster graphics and the peripherals. The focus on building proficiency with industry-standard Adobe Illustrator software will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. Students apply technical competencies to formal design problems during the second half of this course and in Beginning Graphic Design class.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2104
|
Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1108
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Illustration Technologies Lab |
1002 (007) |
Richard Bresden |
Thurs
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
In Person
|
Description
Digital visualization is essential to all contemporary creative communication. This class will familiarize students with the syntax, tools and methods of vector-based drawing and reinforce analogies to traditional methods of image-making covered in the First Year Program. Students will begin with an introduction to the computer as a graphic design tool: the relationship of vector to raster graphics and the peripherals. The focus on building proficiency with industry-standard Adobe Illustrator software will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. Students apply technical competencies to formal design problems during the second half of this course and in Beginning Graphic Design class.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2107
|
Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1108
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Beginning Graphic Design |
2001 (001) |
Mary Krysinski |
Mon
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
In this course students explore the principles of visual communication by creating two-dimensional printed comprehensive layouts, and three-dimensional mock-ups. Stress is placed on process and development of solutions to problems; idea and form exploration; research; image and text development; compositional structure and hierarchy; verbal, technical, and hand skills. The course also covers the technical aspects of graphic design such as printing methods, papers, and binding. Students will produce 3?4 finished pieces exploring the use of image and type in both single page format, multi-page format, and possibly three-dimensional format. These projects are to be included in the VCD department's obligatory portfolio review for advancement into the VCD intermediate courses.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 and 2011
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Class Number
2072
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1213
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Beginning Graphic Design |
2001 (002) |
Mary Krysinski |
Tues
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
In this course students explore the principles of visual communication by creating two-dimensional printed comprehensive layouts, and three-dimensional mock-ups. Stress is placed on process and development of solutions to problems; idea and form exploration; research; image and text development; compositional structure and hierarchy; verbal, technical, and hand skills. The course also covers the technical aspects of graphic design such as printing methods, papers, and binding. Students will produce 3?4 finished pieces exploring the use of image and type in both single page format, multi-page format, and possibly three-dimensional format. These projects are to be included in the VCD department's obligatory portfolio review for advancement into the VCD intermediate courses.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 and 2011
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Class Number
2073
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1213
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Beginning Graphic Design |
2001 (003) |
|
Thurs
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
In this course students explore the principles of visual communication by creating two-dimensional printed comprehensive layouts, and three-dimensional mock-ups. Stress is placed on process and development of solutions to problems; idea and form exploration; research; image and text development; compositional structure and hierarchy; verbal, technical, and hand skills. The course also covers the technical aspects of graphic design such as printing methods, papers, and binding. Students will produce 3?4 finished pieces exploring the use of image and type in both single page format, multi-page format, and possibly three-dimensional format. These projects are to be included in the VCD department's obligatory portfolio review for advancement into the VCD intermediate courses.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 and 2011
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Class Number
2218
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1214
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Beginning Graphic Design |
2001 (004) |
Jiwon Son |
Fri
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
In this course students explore the principles of visual communication by creating two-dimensional printed comprehensive layouts, and three-dimensional mock-ups. Stress is placed on process and development of solutions to problems; idea and form exploration; research; image and text development; compositional structure and hierarchy; verbal, technical, and hand skills. The course also covers the technical aspects of graphic design such as printing methods, papers, and binding. Students will produce 3?4 finished pieces exploring the use of image and type in both single page format, multi-page format, and possibly three-dimensional format. These projects are to be included in the VCD department's obligatory portfolio review for advancement into the VCD intermediate courses.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 and 2011
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Class Number
2093
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1117
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Image Studio |
2002 (001) |
Jiwon Son |
Mon
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
Image Studio is a course that challenges students to interpret, critically read text, conceptualize, and assess project parameters to implement design solutions. The creative process is a core focus throughout the assignments. The goal of this course is to explore the process of creating original imagery and visual information. We utilize digital and analog means to create design solutions to projects that also require fundamental explorations with typography. We explore a diverse means of image construction from paper collage to photography and Photoshop manipulation. Form studies examine design basics such as juxtaposition, repetition, and progression as well as the use of metaphor, analogy, and semiotics. The introduction of design context, audience awareness, and sequential narrative is also addressed.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2074
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1214
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Image Studio |
2002 (002) |
Donald Pollack |
Wed
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
Image Studio is a course that challenges students to interpret, critically read text, conceptualize, and assess project parameters to implement design solutions. The creative process is a core focus throughout the assignments. The goal of this course is to explore the process of creating original imagery and visual information. We utilize digital and analog means to create design solutions to projects that also require fundamental explorations with typography. We explore a diverse means of image construction from paper collage to photography and Photoshop manipulation. Form studies examine design basics such as juxtaposition, repetition, and progression as well as the use of metaphor, analogy, and semiotics. The introduction of design context, audience awareness, and sequential narrative is also addressed.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2075
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1213
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Image Studio |
2002 (003) |
Donald Pollack |
Fri
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
Image Studio is a course that challenges students to interpret, critically read text, conceptualize, and assess project parameters to implement design solutions. The creative process is a core focus throughout the assignments. The goal of this course is to explore the process of creating original imagery and visual information. We utilize digital and analog means to create design solutions to projects that also require fundamental explorations with typography. We explore a diverse means of image construction from paper collage to photography and Photoshop manipulation. Form studies examine design basics such as juxtaposition, repetition, and progression as well as the use of metaphor, analogy, and semiotics. The introduction of design context, audience awareness, and sequential narrative is also addressed.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101.
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Class Number
2076
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1213
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Beginning Typography |
2011 (001) |
Martha Chiplis |
Mon
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This studio course explores typography's impact on language to create meaning, organization and tone. Students experiment in typographic composition and page structure with special regard to the flow and rupture of different text types and reading scenarios. Students learn the technical aspects of typography (specification and copyfitting), methods for composing dynamic multipage formats (combining digital and analog), and contexts (both historical and structural) for understanding the vast repository of typefaces. This course is a core requirement for the Visual Communication Design portfolio review. The framing text for this class is Ellen Lupton's Thinking with Type. But students will be introduced to numerous examples from the history of (predominantly Western) letterforms and concretized language. Understanding these historical forms in their contexts will reveal the logic behind the modern classification of digital type. Students produce weekly type projects which are critiqued and handed in as three project sets. The first set analyses letterforms, structurally and then programmatically. The next project set covers text setting and typographic compositions of increasing semantic and syntactic complexity. The last project is a multilingual, illustrated book layout where students engage the fundamental concept of 'structured variety' over a series of pages.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101. Corequisite: VISCOM 2012.
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Class Number
2077
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing, Digital Communication, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1117
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Beginning Typography |
2011 (002) |
Jiwon Son |
Tues
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This studio course explores typography's impact on language to create meaning, organization and tone. Students experiment in typographic composition and page structure with special regard to the flow and rupture of different text types and reading scenarios. Students learn the technical aspects of typography (specification and copyfitting), methods for composing dynamic multipage formats (combining digital and analog), and contexts (both historical and structural) for understanding the vast repository of typefaces. This course is a core requirement for the Visual Communication Design portfolio review. The framing text for this class is Ellen Lupton's Thinking with Type. But students will be introduced to numerous examples from the history of (predominantly Western) letterforms and concretized language. Understanding these historical forms in their contexts will reveal the logic behind the modern classification of digital type. Students produce weekly type projects which are critiqued and handed in as three project sets. The first set analyses letterforms, structurally and then programmatically. The next project set covers text setting and typographic compositions of increasing semantic and syntactic complexity. The last project is a multilingual, illustrated book layout where students engage the fundamental concept of 'structured variety' over a series of pages.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101. Corequisite: VISCOM 2012.
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Class Number
2078
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing, Digital Communication, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1117
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Beginning Typography |
2011 (003) |
Mary Krysinski |
Thurs
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This studio course explores typography's impact on language to create meaning, organization and tone. Students experiment in typographic composition and page structure with special regard to the flow and rupture of different text types and reading scenarios. Students learn the technical aspects of typography (specification and copyfitting), methods for composing dynamic multipage formats (combining digital and analog), and contexts (both historical and structural) for understanding the vast repository of typefaces. This course is a core requirement for the Visual Communication Design portfolio review. The framing text for this class is Ellen Lupton's Thinking with Type. But students will be introduced to numerous examples from the history of (predominantly Western) letterforms and concretized language. Understanding these historical forms in their contexts will reveal the logic behind the modern classification of digital type. Students produce weekly type projects which are critiqued and handed in as three project sets. The first set analyses letterforms, structurally and then programmatically. The next project set covers text setting and typographic compositions of increasing semantic and syntactic complexity. The last project is a multilingual, illustrated book layout where students engage the fundamental concept of 'structured variety' over a series of pages.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101. Corequisite: VISCOM 2012.
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Class Number
2092
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing, Digital Communication, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1117
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Beginning Typography |
2011 (004) |
|
Fri
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
This studio course explores typography's impact on language to create meaning, organization and tone. Students experiment in typographic composition and page structure with special regard to the flow and rupture of different text types and reading scenarios. Students learn the technical aspects of typography (specification and copyfitting), methods for composing dynamic multipage formats (combining digital and analog), and contexts (both historical and structural) for understanding the vast repository of typefaces. This course is a core requirement for the Visual Communication Design portfolio review. The framing text for this class is Ellen Lupton's Thinking with Type. But students will be introduced to numerous examples from the history of (predominantly Western) letterforms and concretized language. Understanding these historical forms in their contexts will reveal the logic behind the modern classification of digital type. Students produce weekly type projects which are critiqued and handed in as three project sets. The first set analyses letterforms, structurally and then programmatically. The next project set covers text setting and typographic compositions of increasing semantic and syntactic complexity. The last project is a multilingual, illustrated book layout where students engage the fundamental concept of 'structured variety' over a series of pages.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1001 or VISCOM 1101. Corequisite: VISCOM 2012.
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Class Number
2225
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing, Digital Communication, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1214
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Type Technologies Lab |
2012 (001) |
|
Tues
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
In Person
|
Description
This class is a co-requisite with Beginning Typography and closely couples with the activities of this particular studio course. The lab components will introduce students to page layout software (namely Adobe InDesign), its terminology and its specific functions, its relationship to other software packages, techniques for composing and outputting digitally, and the technical aspects of digital typography. This information will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. As the semester progresses, this class also functions as a working lab for the Beginning Typography studio class, allowing students to work on the same project across both classes and receive technology assistance from the instructor. This crossover reinforces the links between digital and non-digital composing and terminologies.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 2011 or VISCOM 1102.
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Class Number
2079
|
Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1115
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Type Technologies Lab |
2012 (002) |
|
Tues
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
In Person
|
Description
This class is a co-requisite with Beginning Typography and closely couples with the activities of this particular studio course. The lab components will introduce students to page layout software (namely Adobe InDesign), its terminology and its specific functions, its relationship to other software packages, techniques for composing and outputting digitally, and the technical aspects of digital typography. This information will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. As the semester progresses, this class also functions as a working lab for the Beginning Typography studio class, allowing students to work on the same project across both classes and receive technology assistance from the instructor. This crossover reinforces the links between digital and non-digital composing and terminologies.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 2011 or VISCOM 1102.
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Class Number
2096
|
Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1115
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Type Technologies Lab |
2012 (003) |
Kristin J Maksymiw |
Thurs
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
In Person
|
Description
This class is a co-requisite with Beginning Typography and closely couples with the activities of this particular studio course. The lab components will introduce students to page layout software (namely Adobe InDesign), its terminology and its specific functions, its relationship to other software packages, techniques for composing and outputting digitally, and the technical aspects of digital typography. This information will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. As the semester progresses, this class also functions as a working lab for the Beginning Typography studio class, allowing students to work on the same project across both classes and receive technology assistance from the instructor. This crossover reinforces the links between digital and non-digital composing and terminologies.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 2011 or VISCOM 1102.
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Class Number
2080
|
Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1115
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Type Technologies Lab |
2012 (004) |
Kristin J Maksymiw |
Thurs
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
In Person
|
Description
This class is a co-requisite with Beginning Typography and closely couples with the activities of this particular studio course. The lab components will introduce students to page layout software (namely Adobe InDesign), its terminology and its specific functions, its relationship to other software packages, techniques for composing and outputting digitally, and the technical aspects of digital typography. This information will be reinforced via tutorials and short design exercises which target specific topics and techniques covered during lectures. As the semester progresses, this class also functions as a working lab for the Beginning Typography studio class, allowing students to work on the same project across both classes and receive technology assistance from the instructor. This crossover reinforces the links between digital and non-digital composing and terminologies.
Prerequisites
Corequisite: VISCOM 2011 or VISCOM 1102.
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Class Number
2219
|
Credits
1.5
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1115
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Type and Image in Motion |
2041 (001) |
|
Sat
9:30 AM - 12:15 PM
All Online
|
Description
2041 - Type + Image in Motion is a studio based introduction to the design of motion graphics. We will examine the methodologies, theories, visual and auditory principles, technical issues of motion design with an emphasis on the interplay of movement, time, imagery, typography and sound within the digital environment. The course focuses on the role motion plays in creating expressive and communicative experiences. Students will critically analyze and create a range of motion studies, and investigate the visual grammar and creative strategies of the time-based communication and motion graphics utilizing storyboarding and two-dimensional animation, Readings, screenings and discussions will provide students with a historical overview of motion design and time-based media. We will examine the work of various influential motion designers both past and present. Readings and lectures cover the theoretical foundations of the field, and assignments provide hands-on, project-based experience with production. Weekly in-class tutorials will be provided by the instructor and the student will be required to develop a working knowledge of software appropriate to concepts of time-based media. Students should expect to develop comprehensive storyboards and produce three short digital videos. The completed motion design studies and visual investigations will be presented in group and individual critiques during the course of the semester.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 1002 or VISCOM 2941.
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Class Number
2081
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Animation, Digital Imaging, Graphic Design
Location
Online
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Advanced Motion Graphics |
2042 (001) |
|
Mon
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
Using a variety of media, this course builds on the animation skills learned in Computer as a Motion Graphics Tool. Combining text, graphics, photographs, video and sound, the class will explore traditional and alternative narratives, collage techniques, time manipulation, and film, television as well as web-influenced rhythms and compositions. While refining surface and experimenting with structure, the class will create expressive, political and communicative time-based sequences.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 2041.
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Class Number
2216
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Location
Sharp 1108
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Intermediate Graphic Design |
3001 (001) |
Donald Pollack |
Mon
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
|
Description
Experiments in visual communication challenge the student to further refine visual thinking and integrate basic studies through applied problems. The importance of flexibility of approach is stressed at this level. Through experimentation, the problem is defined and organized; imagery and message are manipulated; awareness of potential solutions is increased. A student's portfolio must be pre-approved by the visual communication department for enrollment in this course.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Student must pass VISCOM Portfolio Review, please message VISCOM for more details on portfolio reviews
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Class Number
2082
|
Credits
3
|
Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1116
|
Intermediate Graphic Design |
3001 (002) |
Jacob Ristau |
Thurs
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
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Description
Experiments in visual communication challenge the student to further refine visual thinking and integrate basic studies through applied problems. The importance of flexibility of approach is stressed at this level. Through experimentation, the problem is defined and organized; imagery and message are manipulated; awareness of potential solutions is increased. A student's portfolio must be pre-approved by the visual communication department for enrollment in this course.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Student must pass VISCOM Portfolio Review, please message VISCOM for more details on portfolio reviews
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Class Number
2091
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1213
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Envisioning Information: Analysis and Display |
3002 (001) |
Stephen Farrell |
Wed
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
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Description
How does graphic design facilitate the ways we gather, give and receive information? How might we use typography and pictures, diagrams and symbols, sequence and spatial configuration to untangle a raw mass of data, guide a complex procedure, open (or suppress) correlations or satisfy multiple users' needs? This studio course explores principles and concepts of information design and visual display. Emphasis will be placed on analysis and mapping of raw data, structuring hierarchical and parallel pieces of information, enforcing statistical honesty, picturing nouns (maps, timetables?)j and picturing verbs (representation of mechanisms and motion, narrative...). This course is a core requirement for all Visual Communication students. We will look at examples and strategies from several of Edward Tufte?s books and a wide spectrum of visualizations throughout history. Each week, teams of students will analyze data visualizations from New York Times, History Shots and others. There are two shorter projects which introduce basic concepts via typographic hierarchies and quantitative analysis. These are followed with two larger team projects: one print-based visualization of a macro-system, and one screen-based exploration of personal analytics.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 3001 and VISCOM 3011.
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Class Number
2097
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Communication, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1117
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Intermediate Typography |
3011 (001) |
Timothy Bruce |
Tues
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
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Description
This course explores the power and beauty of typography as a delivery mechanism for information, narrative structures and alternate forms of expression. Working with form, space and meaning, students can expect to learn how to organize complex verbal information into cohesive typographic systems and hierarchical configurations; how to create sophisticated grid systems and enhance functionality through navigation and structural consistency within a multiple page/screen environment; how to work with intertextuality, non-linearity, dramatic pacing and experimental typography as an emotive voice. Suggested readings and screenings vary and may include Thinking With Type (Lupton, 2010), Letter Fountain (Pohlen, 2015), The Elements of Typographic Style (Bringhurst, 2004), The Complete Manual of Typography (Felici, 2012), Typographic Design: Form and Communication (Carter, Day, Meggs, 2012). In addition, students will examine the application and effects of typographic design in historical and modern-day contexts with a primary focus on print media. Students will work on assignments of varying complexity and duration. Assignments are structured to build skills, understanding and confidence in typographic manipulation, and are designed to yield valuable components of the student?s portfolio.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Student must pass VISCOM Portfolio Review, please message VISCOM for more details on portfolio reviews
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Class Number
2083
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1115
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Intermediate Typography |
3011 (002) |
Mark Stammers |
Fri
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
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Description
This course explores the power and beauty of typography as a delivery mechanism for information, narrative structures and alternate forms of expression. Working with form, space and meaning, students can expect to learn how to organize complex verbal information into cohesive typographic systems and hierarchical configurations; how to create sophisticated grid systems and enhance functionality through navigation and structural consistency within a multiple page/screen environment; how to work with intertextuality, non-linearity, dramatic pacing and experimental typography as an emotive voice. Suggested readings and screenings vary and may include Thinking With Type (Lupton, 2010), Letter Fountain (Pohlen, 2015), The Elements of Typographic Style (Bringhurst, 2004), The Complete Manual of Typography (Felici, 2012), Typographic Design: Form and Communication (Carter, Day, Meggs, 2012). In addition, students will examine the application and effects of typographic design in historical and modern-day contexts with a primary focus on print media. Students will work on assignments of varying complexity and duration. Assignments are structured to build skills, understanding and confidence in typographic manipulation, and are designed to yield valuable components of the student?s portfolio.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Student must pass VISCOM Portfolio Review, please message VISCOM for more details on portfolio reviews
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Class Number
2084
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1116
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Interface and Structure: Web Design |
3045 (001) |
Mark Stammers |
Thurs
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
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Description
HTML defines the structure of a web page, while CSS lends style by controlling the presentation of elements. This online course caters to students with little or no prior coding experience. Through hands-on coding modules, students will use a text editing program to acquire proficiency in standards-compliant HTML and CSS. A strong emphasis on redundancy will ensure that coding concepts are fully understood and best practices reinforced. Students will undertake research, design, and coding tasks to create a fully functional, responsive website. With a solid understanding of HTML and CSS, students will explore opportunities to develop dynamic web pages that adapt seamlessly to different devices and screen sizes. Additionally, students will investigate interface possibilities, evaluate site navigation opportunities, and analyze the effectiveness of various page structures in communicating information effectively and efficiently. There are no prerequisites for this course.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Student must pass VISCOM Portfolio Review, please message VISCOM for more details on portfolio reviews
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Class Number
2085
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Social Media and the Web
Location
Sharp 1108
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Letterpress Bookworks |
3111 (001) |
Catherine Ruggie-Saunders |
Mon
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
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Description
Students in this course will design and produce visual communication via the letterpress method, with emphasis upon the integration of materials, structure, and content. Instruction encourages an interdisciplinary approach with a thrust toward expanding the medium?s boundaries. Lectures and video documentaries provide an historical and cultural context for type design and the printing revolution. A field trip will provide exposure to the expanding applicability of letterpress in contemporary design, as well as exemplars from the past six centuries. Demonstrations will acquaint students with both classical and current approaches to using the tactile voice of letterpress. Students should expect to work with single sheet formats, traditional books, artist's books, and 3-D sculptural multiples, to be presented in group critiques. This course may be repeated for credit, with students creating letterpress bookworks through self-initiated projects.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 2011 or permission of instructor.
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Class Number
2086
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing
Location
Sharp 1308
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Letterpress Bookworks |
3111 (002) |
Catherine Ruggie-Saunders |
Fri
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
In Person
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Description
Students in this course will design and produce visual communication via the letterpress method, with emphasis upon the integration of materials, structure, and content. Instruction encourages an interdisciplinary approach with a thrust toward expanding the medium?s boundaries. Lectures and video documentaries provide an historical and cultural context for type design and the printing revolution. A field trip will provide exposure to the expanding applicability of letterpress in contemporary design, as well as exemplars from the past six centuries. Demonstrations will acquaint students with both classical and current approaches to using the tactile voice of letterpress. Students should expect to work with single sheet formats, traditional books, artist's books, and 3-D sculptural multiples, to be presented in group critiques. This course may be repeated for credit, with students creating letterpress bookworks through self-initiated projects.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: VISCOM 2011 or permission of instructor.
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Class Number
2087
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Books and Publishing
Location
Sharp 1308
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Design Issues |
3291 (001) |
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Thurs
3:30 PM - 6:15 PM
In Person
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Description
A topical review of issues affecting the contemporary design field. This course includes reading, lectures, and discussions of design developments within their social context.
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Class Number
2223
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Credits
3
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Department
Visual Communication Design
Area of Study
Digital Communication, Graphic Design
Location
Sharp 1214
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