School of Design
Advertising Design
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ADD 241 - Advertising Principles School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The study and practice of the tenets common to award winning advertising.
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ADD 242 - Strategy in Advertising School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Process involved in developing advertisements from a concise marketing strategy.
PREREQ: ADD 241
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ADD 281 - Advertising Design Methods School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduces design principles and production techniques, emphasizing visual, digital, and intellectual skills for the communication of ideas and their translation into print.
PREREQ: ARI 231 AND FND 115
COREQ: ADD 241
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ADD 282 - Advertising Design Skills and Processes School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Furthers the use of Macintosh technology and software as design and production tools for print media.
PREREQ: ADD 281
COREQ: ADD 242
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ADD 341 - Advertising Campaigns School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Recognition and implementation of the “big” idea as the basis of print advertising campaigns.
PREREQ: ADD 242
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ADD 342 - Advertising Problem Solving School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Development of sound rationales for creation of advertising campaigns. Research, target audience identification, problem definition, and design.
PREREQ: ADD 341
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ADD 440 - Ad Design Research Problems School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Individual development in specialized areas of advertising design.
PREREQ: ADD 441
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
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ADD 441 - Campaign Refinement School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The refinement of campaign concepts and their finished execution.
PREREQ: ADD 341
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ADD 442 - Final Portfolio School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Final execution of campaigns, resumes, and self-promotion pieces.
PREREQ: ADD 441
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ADD 443 - Television Concepts School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Creating and developing distinctive TV concepts from the marriage of words, pictures, and motion.
PREREQ: ADD 341
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ADD 444 - TV Commercial Production School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: ADD 644
Video techniques in the production of advertising commercials. Major emphasis on computer video editing. Introduction to camera work and sound.
PREREQ: ADD 443
Repeatable 1 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ADD 453 - Communication Arts/London School of Design
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Illustration and design through visits to studios, publishers, museums, and presentations with visiting professionals. Major design/illustration semester project. Offered only in London.
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ADD 454 - Communication Arts/London School of Design
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Illustration and design through visits to studios, publishers, museums, and presentations with visiting professionals. Major design/illustration semester project. Offered only in London.
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ADD 499 - Honors Capstone Project School of Design
1-3 credit(s) Every semester
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ADD 540 - Offset Printing School of Design
3 credit(s) Irregularly
A basic course covering the theory and practice of preparing camera-ready art for printing plate-making, and printing by offset lithography.
PREREQ: CMD 281
Collaborative Laboratory
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CLB 300 - Selected Topics School of Design
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
Communication Design
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CMD 104 - Fundamentals of Communications Design School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to processes, materials, methods required for creation and production of visual communications. Typography, image creation, communication, layout.
PREREQ: DES 101 AND 103
COREQ: DES 102
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CMD 251 - Intro Communication Design I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Survey of concepts, methods, techniques, and media used to solve graphic design problems.
COREQ: CMD 281
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CMD 252 - Intro Communication Design II School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Continuation of CMD 251 . Emphasizes typography, layout, and three-dimensional design projects.
PREREQ: CMD 251 AND CMD 281
COREQ: CMD 282
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CMD 270 - Experience Credit School of Design
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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CMD 281 - Design Methods School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduces design principles and production techniques, emphasizing visual, manual, and intellectual skills for communication of ideas and their translation through traditional methods into print.
COREQ: CMD 251
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CMD 282 - Design Skills & Processes School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduces Macintosh technology and software programs as design and production tools for print media. Application of tools and software to create solutions to traditional visual communications’ problems.
PREREQ: CMD 251 AND CMD 281
COREQ: CMD 252
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CMD 351 - Problem Solving Strategies School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Thinking, creativity, and communication theory as applied to design problem solving. Students encouraged to explore and develop their own personal style of thinking and overcome obstacles inhibiting creativity.
PREREQ: CMD 252 AND CMD 282
COREQ: CMD 450
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CMD 352 - Design Project Management School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Research, planning, development, and art direction of complex, multifaceted projects.
PREREQ: CMD 351 AND CMD 450
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CMD 450 - Communication Design Problems School of Design
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Individual instruction in various areas of editorial design. In mixed-level groups, students develop projects according to individual interests and abilities. Strategic planning based on research and marketing principles. CMD 450 students also develop writing and presentation skills.
PREREQ: CMD 252 AND CMD 282
Repeatable
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CMD 451 - Design Research School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Research as background for solving communication design problems. Exercises and projects simulate actual professional experiences.
PREREQ: CMD 351 AND CMD 450
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CMD 452 - Portfolio & Practice School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Career planning and portfolio preparation for the designer.
PREREQ: CMD 351 AND CMD 450
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CMD 499 - Honors Capstone Project School of Design
1-3 credit(s) Every semester
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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CMD 550 - Communication Design Problems School of Design
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Individual instruction in various areas of editorial design. In mixed-level groups, students develop projects according to individual interests and abilities. Strategic planning based on research and marketing principles. CMD 450 students also develop writing and presentation skills.
Repeatable
Design
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DES 101 - Design Concepts School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to core concepts and skills including design thinking and research, design visualization, and core elements of design.
COREQ: DES 103
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DES 102 - Design Applications School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Builds on the core concepts and skills learned in DES 101 to prepare students to select and enter a major within the Design Department. Application of iterative design processes in response to problem definition, constraints, and design techniques.
PREREQ: DES 101 AND 103
COREQ: CMD 104 OR EDI 104 OR FAS 104 OR IND 104
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DES 103 - Introduction to Design Thinking School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to design thinking and research methodologies, collaborative work processes, and introduction of specific applications of design thinking to individual design disciplines and practices.
COREQ: DES 101
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DES 113 - History of Modern Design: 1850-Present School of Design
3 credit(s) Every semester
Lectures, readings, discussion, and written assignments develop visual literacy, critical, and communication skills integral to understanding design within its historical, social, and cultural context.
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DES 121 - Design Odyssey School of Design
3 credit(s)
A gateway experience exploring the nature of design creativity and multi-disciplinary problem solving.
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DES 143 - Visual Presentation and Drawing for Designers School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: EDI 143
Drawing techniques in freehand sketching and rendered presentations for design practice. Problems in quick techniques and various media.
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DES 144 - Drafting for Designers School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: EDI 144
Orthographic Drawing techniques and practices for designing.
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DES 145 - Introductory Environmental Design I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: EDI 145
Concepts used in decision making and tools necessary for translating these concepts into visual statements.
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DES 146 - Fundamentals of Environmental + Interior Design School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: EDI 104
Design relationships and coordinates as determinates of functional, structural, and aesthetic qualities of interior environments; the physical/cultural context and method for translating programmatic requirements into three-dimensional design decisions. Overview and application of elements and principles of design.
PREREQ: (EDI 143 OR ARI 231 ) AND (EDI 145 OR FND 115 OR FND 117 )
COREQ: EDI 144
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DES 182 - Toy Design & Character Development School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: ARI 182
Character development and toy design. 3-D studio course. Toys used as subject matter to develop aptitude with: spatial thinking, concept development, physical prototyping, use of basic mechanics, and woodworking tools and techniques.
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DES 201 - Design, Cultural Traditions and the Environment School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Evolution of exterior and interior architecture and decorative arts in relation to environment and mode of life throughout history. Traces design history through the lens of sustainable practices.
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DES 202 - Contemporary Issues in Design School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: ART 202
Overviews contemporary issues and trends in 21st century design.
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DES 246 - Analysis of Color for Production School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Color theory for decorative design. Effect of color selection, media, and rendering techniques on production. Introduction to professional color research.
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DES 248 - Design Issues School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Issues of design in relationship with sustainable systems, technology, organic design, the humanities, social sciences, and natural/physical sciences. Interaction between design and other disciplines.
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DES 252 - Environmental Design II School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: EDI 252
Medium-scale space planning, tenant development, interior design, and documentation for the humane work environment and public spaces. Corporate structure, sustainability, materials, lighting, and construction methods.
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DES 267 - Textiles for Designers School of Design
3 credit(s)
Overview of important textile fibers, yearns, and fabric constructions related to end-use applications in design.
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DES 270 - Experience Credit School of Design
1-6 credit(s)
Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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DES 281 - Design Symposium School of Design
1 credit(s) Every semester
Visiting professionals examine and discuss design disciplines.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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DES 302 - Design Thinking & Ideas School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: DES 602
Introduction of major theories and writings about design within a historical context. Provide students with a theoretical toolkit for exploring design and other creative work.
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DES 305 - Digital Design Techniques I School of Design
3 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: DES 605
Explores the capabilities of industry-standard design software to develop and preflight multi-page layouts for printed distribution, with precise control over typography and composition. Projects stress essential design and pre-press techniques applicable to all design disciplines. Additional work required of graduate students.
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DES 306 - Digital Design Techniques II School of Design
3 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: DES 606
Introduces students to the two central practices of today’s designers, creating vector illustrations and manipulating digital imagery. Using industry-standard design software, assignments provide practical experience for generating professional illustrations and image-based work. Additional work required of graduate students.
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DES 307 - Digital Design Techniques III School of Design
3 credit(s) Every semester
Double Numbered with: DES 607
Introduces students to the industry-leading programming environment for producing interactive content on the web, smartphones, tablets, and televisions. Assignments provide practical experience for generating professional animated work.
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DES 341 - Fabrication Skills and Methods School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: DES 641
Introduction to wood and metal shop construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.
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DES 342 - Computer Generated Fabrication School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: DES 642
Introduction to computer generation construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.
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DES 352 - Environmental Design Directed Research School of Design
3-6 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: EDI 352
Research for the design of interior environments: lighting, technology, furniture, materials, special populations, ergonomics, environmental and future needs.
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
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DES 380 - International Course School of Design
1-12 credit(s) Irregularly
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
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DES 452 - Branding and Marketing Works School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: DES 652
Interdisciplinary design studio focused on branding and marketing. Additional work required of graduate students.
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DES 480 - International Course School of Design
1-12 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
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DES 481 - Design for Production I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Examine how to develop and grow ideas to create a viable design product. Explore the necessary steps to make a design suitable for production.
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DES 482 - Design for Production II School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Examine how to take designs and create prototypes. Explore branding of design products and necessary steps to make a product feasible.
PREREQ: DES 481
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DES 485 - Multidisciplinary Design Studio School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Project oriented design studio for design majors admitted to the London design semester. Offered only in London.
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DES 561 - Furniture and Light Workshop School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Design and development of experimental furniture and light fixtures. Experiences in prototype construction and industrial production methods.
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DES 562 - Advanced Detailing and Construction School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: ISD 654
Advance detailing and construction techniques, documentation, shop drawings, computer-aided construction methods for fabrication.
Environmental Design
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EDI 100 - Selected Topics School of Design
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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EDI 104 - Fundamentals of Environmental + Interior Design School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: DES 146
Design relationships and coordinates as determinates of functional, structural, and aesthetic qualities of interior environments; the physical/cultural context and method for translating programmatic requirements into three-dimensional design decisions. Overview and application of elements and principles of design.
PREREQ: DES 101 AND DES 102
COREQ: DES 103 AND DES 281
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EDI 143 - Visual Presentation and Drawing for Designers School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: DES 143
Drawing techniques in freehand sketching and rendered presentations for design practice. Problems in quick techniques and various media.
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EDI 144 - Drafting for Designers School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: DES 144
Orthographic Drawing techniques and practices for designing.
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EDI 145 - Introductory Environmental Design I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: DES 145
Concepts used in decision making and tools necessary for translating these concepts into visual statements.
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EDI 205 - Computer Applications in EDI, Level I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Computer instruction for interior design emphasizing computer-aided drafting and solid modeling for interior application.
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EDI 247 - Fundamentals of Interior Design School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theoretical and technical knowledge of basic principles of interior design. Overview of space planning, material applications, color, aesthetics, code and sustainable practice in relation to the interior. For non majors.
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EDI 251 - Environmental Design I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Basic concepts and construction methods for small scale environments. Individual and group needs in relation to personal, family, and institutional spaces
PREREQ: DES 102 OR EDI 104
COREQ: EDI 205 OR EDI 253
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EDI 252 - Environmental Design II School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: DES 252
Medium-scale space planning, tenant development, interior design, and documentation for the humane work environment and public spaces. Corporate structure, sustainability, materials, lighting, and construction methods.
PREREQ: EDI 251
COREQ: EDI 254
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EDI 253 - Design Presentation and Techniques I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Presentation techniques using various media, hand and computer generated for design development, presentation, and construction.
PREREQ: DES 102 OR EDI 104
COREQ: EDI 205 OR EDI 251
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EDI 254 - Design Presentation and Techniques II School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Advanced presentation techniques using various media; hand and computer generated for design development.
PREREQ: EDI 253
COREQ: EDI 252 OR DES 252
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EDI 300 - Selected Topics School of Design
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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EDI 305 - Computer Applications, Level II School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: ISD 305
Instruction in the use and application of CADD (Computer Aided Design and Drafting). Emphasis given to architectural drafting, space planning and two- and three-dimensional representation.
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EDI 326 - Italian Design Tradition: Room, House, City School of Design
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Room, house, city as products of a cultural heritage that offers historical, social, artistic, and spatial meaning. Offered in Florence, Italy.
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EDI 327 - Room, House, City: Studio School of Design
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Interior room becomes, simultaneously, starting point and result of design compositions of EDI 326 . Offered in Florence, Italy.
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EDI 341 - Building and Construction School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to building materials and construction techniques for wood-frame, steel-frame, and masonry structures. How buildings stand up, building codes, working drawings, and site-planning process.
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EDI 346 - American Traditions School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: ISD 346
Historic developments in America as they related to housing and commercial design. Historic preservation laws and codes, barrier-free design, and adaptive reuse considerations.
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EDI 347 - Historic Buildings: Studio School of Design
3 credit(s)
Crosslisted with: ISD 347
Projects in historic preservation and adaptive use.
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EDI 348 - Introduction to Lighting Design School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: ISD 348
Theory and application of lighting as design tool for use in interior and exterior situations. Technical material and communication required for design; contract and specified documents.
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EDI 351 - Environmental Design III School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Design of large public use environments. Application of codes, material specifications, space planning, construction methods, lighting design and sustainable design practices for use in interior and exterior situations.
PREREQ: EDI 252 OR DES 252
COREQ: EDI 353
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EDI 352 - Environmental Design Directed Research School of Design
3-6 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: DES 352
Research for the design of interior environments: lighting, technology, furniture, materials, special populations, ergonomics, environmental and future needs.
PREREQ: EDI 351
Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
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EDI 353 - Environmental Factors School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Basic structural theory, building processes, systems, materials, and code requirements for the design of sustainable construction and remodeling.
PREREQ: (EDI 252 OR DES 252 ) AND EDI 254
COREQ: EDI 351
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EDI 354 - Professional Practice for Designers School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Organizational and management skills for designers. Client and trade relations, marketing, design fees and contracts, accounting methods. Professional ethics and designer responsibility.
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EDI 380 - International Course School of Design
1-12 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
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EDI 400 - Selected Topics School of Design
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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EDI 451 - Environmental Design Focus Studio School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Focus on a specific category of environmental design: residential, commercial, hospitality, institutional, retail, and health care for the purpose of development of expertise in focus area.
PREREQ: EDI 351 AND EDI 353
COREQ: EDI 453
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EDI 452 - Environmental Design Thesis Studio School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Design development and presentation of thesis project.
PREREQ: EDI 451 AND EDI 453
COREQ: EDI 454
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EDI 453 - Thesis Prep and Research School of Design
3 credit(s)
Research in relation to the design of the interior environment focused on the development of thesis proposal and programming.
PREREQ: EDI 351 AND EDI 353
COREQ: EDI 451
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EDI 454 - Environmental Design Portfolio School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Development of professional portfolio, self-branding, interviewing techniques.
PREREQ: EDI 451 AND EDI 453
COREQ: EDI 452
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EDI 499 - Honors Capstone Project School of Design
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
Fashion Design
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FAS 104 - Fundamentals of Fashion Design School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamental principles of fashion design, introducing fashion design processes, exploration of media and production techniques.
PREREQ: DES 101 AND 103
COREQ: DES 102
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FAS 120 - Fashion Skills and Techniques I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to garment construction, assembly methods, and finishing techniques commonly used in the fashion industry.
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FAS 121 - Fashion Skills and Techniques II School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
In-depth analysis of garment construction techniques used in ready-to-wear industry.
PREREQ: FAS 120
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FAS 147 - Visual Thinking School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Training in productive thinking, developing visual perception, and translating finished thoughts into visible models as aids in the process of solving design problems.
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FAS 155 - Introduction to the Visual Arts School of Design
3 credit(s) Every semester
Analysis and appreciation of design. Two-dimensional design problem solving, criticism, and vocabulary.
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FAS 222 - Fashion Skills and Techniques III School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to the use and application of pattern making (including body forms and measurement) as a critical phase in the design development process.
PREREQ: FAS 121
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FAS 223 - Fashion Skills and Techniques IV School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Interpretation of advanced design concepts, using pattern making and elementary draping together as a system in the creation of shape and volume in garments.
PREREQ: FAS 222
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FAS 231 - Fashion Design Studio I School of Design
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Exploration and conceptual development of design ideas through the development of drawings of the stylized figure; fashion details; fabrics and textures; fashion techniques and skills.
PREREQ: FAS 121
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