| 201 |
Foundations in Interior Design Theory (3) |
Staff |
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Theory and topics in design. Application of design principles and elements to specific studies of the built environment. Examination of relationships among creative, social, and technical dimensions of interior design. |
| 202 |
Graphics for Interior Design (3) |
Staff |
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Basic graphic communication skills appropriate to the development of interior design projects. Two- and three-dimensional drawing skills developed through use of sketching, orthographic drawing, paraline drawing, and perspective techniques. Prerequisite: FA 21. |
| 203 |
Interior Design Studio I (3) |
Staff |
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Application of basic design concepts and introduction to the design process. Development of floor plans and elevations, furniture layouts, perspective drawings, and presentation boards for residential and commercial design. Prerequisite: FA 102. |
| 204 |
Interior Design Studio II (3) |
Staff |
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Residential interior design: single-family and multi-unit. Application of residential building technology, code requirements, and barrier-free design. Custom millwork and cabinetry design. Prerequisite: FA 103. |
| 205 |
Interior Design Studio III (3) |
Staff |
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Commercial interior design: office, restaurant, and retail. Application of building codes and ADA requirements. Layout and specification of contract and systems furniture. Commercial textiles and finish materials. Prerequisite: FA 104. |
| 207 |
Studio in Historic Interiors (3) |
Staff |
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Exploration and interpretation of significant periods of interior design through the study of historic furniture, decorative art, and architecture. Focus on application of historic styles for restoration or adaptive use. Prerequisite: AH 169 and 170. |
| 208 |
Furniture Design (3) |
Staff |
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Principles and components of furniture design, both functional and aesthetic. Emphasis on construction, design, detailing of cabinetry and millwork. Development of design and technical skills. Two- and three-dimensional drawing models. Prerequisite: FA 103. |
| 209 |
Computer-Aided Drafting for Interior Design (3) |
Staff |
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Introduction to basic CAD commands, two- and three-dimensional drawings, enhancement, and plotting. Using CAD as a tool to extend the design process. Prerequisite: FA 171. |
| 210 |
Textiles and Finish Materials (3) |
Staff |
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Textiles and finish materials for commercial and residential interiors. Physical properties, application, testing, regulations, and specification. |
| 213 |
Environmental Analysis in Interior Design (3) |
Staff |
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Study of interior design as it relates to the built environment and its effect on human behavior. Interior space as stage for social interaction. Evaluation of interior spaces using standard research methodology. |
| 214 |
Lighting for Interior Design (3) |
Staff |
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Study of basic terminology, concepts, and principles of lighting design. Study of light and energy, incandescent and gaseous discharge lamps, luminaries, task requirements, measurement and calculation, human factors, and design applications for lighting. Prerequisite: FA 111. |
| 215 |
Presentation Techniques (3) |
Staff |
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Advanced three-dimensional drawing using rapid visualization techniques, sketching, and constructed drawings. Development of multimedia rendering techniques. Prerequisite: FA 103. |
| 216 |
Building Systems for Interior Design (3) |
Staff |
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Study of building systems as they relate to design and function of interior spaces: mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems. Environmental concerns: energy, daylighting, and acoustics. Prerequisite: FA 102 and 110. |
| 218 |
Seminar in Interior Design (3) |
Staff |
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Application of advanced topics in design theory; research methodology applied to development of the graduate project. Prerequisite: completion of all other program requirements; taken concurrently with FA 221. |
| 220 |
Interior Design Practicum (3) |
Staff |
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Students work with professional interior designers, architects, or industry-related professionals, participating in implementation of information and skills in project-based setting. Roles and responsibilities of the professional interior designer: business procedures, legal implications, ethics, trade relations, designer–client–contractor relations. Prerequisite: FA 204. |
| 221 |
Graduate Project in Interior Design (3) |
Staff |
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Application of design skills and knowledge to student-selected project. Emphasis on individual development of the design process, problem-solving skills, and evaluation and defense of the project. Prerequisite: completion of all other program requirements; taken concurrently with FA 218 |
| 223 |
Exhibition and Display Design (3) |
Staff |
| 228 |
Ceramic Decoration (3) |
Ozdogan |
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Aesthetic and technical development of surface decoration, with experimental projects in sgraffito, mishima, engobe, majolica, underglaze, overglaze, and relief techniques. |
| 229 |
Ceramic Restoration, Conservation, and Installation (3) |
Ozdogan |
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Methods and techniques of restoration, conservation, and installation of pottery, sculptural ceramics, and architectural ceramics, with modular and mixed media attachments. Emphasis on repair according to museum and collector specifications, using permanent and temporary finishings. |
| 230 |
Ceramic History and Technology (3) |
Staff |
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Emphasis on clay and glaze formulation and firing techniques, with related historical background. |
| 231 |
Ceramic Sculpture (3) |
Ozdogan |
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Developing an understanding of the sculptural ceramic form that integrates both quality and creativity. Techniques in hollow and solid construction. Varied temperature firings in reduction and oxidation atmospheres. |
| 232 |
Industrial Ceramics/Model and Mold Making/Functional Forms (3) |
Ozdogan and Staff |
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Production processes from model making to finished duplicate form as it exists on factory level. All aspects of model designing and making in clay and plaster; plaster lathe carving with wheel applications; mold making in plaster; production methods from molds (press molding, slip casting, jiggering and jollying, and ram pressing). |
| 233 |
Architectural Ceramics (3) |
Ozdogan and Staff |
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Advanced studies in ceramic murals and sculptures designed for indoor and outdoor architectural concepts. Laboratory tests and activities. |
| 234 |
Advanced Ceramic Design in Wheel Throwing (3) |
Ozdogan and Staff |
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Individual projects on the potter's wheel. Student establishes personal style and direction and perfects skills. Either pottery or sculptural approaches encouraged. Research in clays, glazes, and firings is required. |
| 235 |
Mosaic Design Applications (3) |
Ozdogan and Staff |
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Advanced study and execution of ceramic murals and sculpture for indoor and outdoor architectural spaces. Extensive student technical research, including special cutting techniques, laboratory tests of clay glazes, and firings. |
| 236 |
Industrial Ceramic Design/Mold Making (3) |
Ozdogan and Staff |
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Architectural and sculptural forms. The multiple production process from model making to finished duplicate form as it exists on factory level. All aspects of model designing and making in clay and plaster; mold making in plaster; production methods from molds including press molding and slip casting. |
| 237 |
Advanced Ceramic Technology (3) |
Ozdogan and Staff |
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A thorough investigation of specific ceramic materials, clay bodies, and glazes, with an emphasis on calculation and formulation, alteration, and firing. Prerequisite: FA 233 or approval of instructor. |
| 239 |
Special Topics: Ceramics (3) |
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| 249 |
Special Topics: Sculpture (3) |
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| 250 |
Drawing III (3) |
Wright and Staff |
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Advanced investigation of drawing as an organizing tool for thought, analysis, and personal imagery. Traditional and contemporary approaches to topics related to perceptual and conceptual concerns. Prerequisite: FA 22. |
| 251 |
Advanced Drawing Techniques (3) |
Staff |
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Investigation of the common concerns and creative processes that have dissolved boundaries between drawing and painting in the late 20th century. |
| 259 |
Special Topics: Drawing (3) |
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| 260 |
Figure Painting: Observation and Gesture (3) |
Brown and Staff |
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Consideration of the process of vision as mediated through manipulation of paint to form an image. Development of solutions to clarity, articulation, energy, and finish. |
| 261 |
Problems in Color (3) |
Staff |
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Exploration of the objective rationale and subjective experience of color through the execution of problems in color contrast and color scales. |
| 262 |
Painting: Contemporary Issues (3) |
Brown and Staff |
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Examples from contemporary art serve as starting points for discussion of the creative process. Postmodern strategies to rethink and challenge various hierarchies of subject, style and medium. |
| 269 |
Special Topics: Painting (3) |
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| 270 |
Advanced Photography: Exposure and Printing Techniques (3) |
Kessmann and Staff |
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Pre-visualization, accurate exposure and development, and the craft of printmaking. Techniques and strategies for creation of a portfolio that is aesthetically and conceptually engaging. |
| 271 |
Advanced Photography: Digital Color Printing (3) |
Kessmann and Staff |
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Further development of color theory and the technical skills to make high-quality inkjet prints. Critiques and discussion of contemporary artistic practice. |
| 272 |
Photography: Contemporary Issues (3) |
Kessmann and Staff |
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Emphasis on the incorporation of contemporary strategies, trends, and approaches into the student's personal practice. The work of contemporary artists who use photography will inform the work produced. |
| 279 |
Special Topics: Photography (3) |
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| 280 |
New Media: Digital Illustration (3) |
Rigg, Stephanic, and Staff |
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Advanced investigation of two- and three-dimensional drawing and illustration techniques. Print and/or digital portfolio preparation. |
| 281 |
New Media: Digital Imaging (3) |
Rigg, Stephanic, and Staff |
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Advanced examination of bit-mapped imaging techniques. Methods of electronic dissemination of visual information. |
| 282 |
New Media: Time-based Visual Expression (3) |
Rigg, Stephanic, and Staff |
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An examination of contemporary two- and three-dimensional animation, video, and multimedia systems and applications, including individual portfolio projects. |
| 283 |
New Media: Digital Printmaking (3) |
Rigg, Stephanic, and Staff |
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An exploration of digital printmaking techniques, including color profiling. |
| 284 |
New Media: Mixed Media (3) |
Rigg, Stephanic, and Staff |
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Combining digital visualization with traditional mediums, artist bookmaking, collage, assemblage, etc., are considered. |
| 285 |
New Media: Directed Research (3) |
Rigg, Stephanic, and Staff |
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In consultation with a faculty member, the student proposes, researches, and develops a complete portfolio presentation. |
| 289 |
Special Topics: New Media (3) |
Rigg, Stephanic, and Staff |
| 295 |
Critical Practices: New Media (3–6) |
Staff |
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This structured independent study consists of weekly group critiques that bring together students working in a variety of media. Discussions, which range from practical to aesthetic issues, challenge students to focus and articulate their visual knowledge. |
| 299–300 |
Thesis Research (3–3) |
