Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Introduction to methodologies, research design and application, and the foundations of ethical research.

Design and development of experimental furniture and light fixtures. Experiences in prototype construction and industrial production methods.

Advance detailing and construction techniques, documentation, shop drawings, computer-aided construction methods for fabrication.

Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Introduction to design thinking as primary mode of solving problems to arrive at creative and alternative solutions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Students you will gather insights to explore challenges and opportunities related to Intellectual Disability; gain empathy and insights through a series lectures, in-class exercises, field research, and immersive experiences. As an incubator for innovation, the goal is to envision, prototype and test ideas that will have a lasting quality of life impact. Additinoal work required for graduate students.

Design of decorative patterns for residential and commercial interior environments. Emphasis will be on the psychological effects of pattern and color. Specific repeats, rendering and presentation techniques for furnishing appropriate to end-use market production. Additional work required of graduate students.

Creative problem solving enhances knowledge concerning creativity, increases creative ability, and fosters problem-solving skills that are essential across disciplines. Students challenge cultural, social, and personal norms to achieve meaningful and 'different' solutions for small- and large-scale problems. Additional work required for graduate students.

This course will provide a supported framework for faculty and students to engage in focused learning into a selected topic that will enable designers to develop critical perspectives on their practice.

This course will explore the current context of professional practice in design in all its complexity and in particular how to be successful within the diverse modes of practice from a gig economy to inhouse consultancy.

This course will provide a supported structure for students to engage in a focused study relating to their emerging thesis work. The course will provide a framework for discussion, encouragement, feedback and accountability.

Introduction to the historical and social context that gave rise to Art Nouveau, its various manifestations, and the important practitioners and promoters of this movement in Europe and the United States.

Planning, Design, and Digital prototyping of mobile devices (smart phones, tablets, watches) for multiple operating systems. User experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) best practices. Wireframes, flow mapping, and user testing for mobile operating systems. Additional work required for graduate students. 

Introduction to wood and metal shop construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.

Introduction to computer generation construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.

Introduction to the processes and techniques of design communication and presentation including both computer generated and manual applications.

Adaptive Design focuses on the creative relationships between people with disabilities, clinicians, and designers. This course centers on dialogue, interviewing, collaborative teaming, and co-design, creating custom solutions to meet specific needs for those in the disabled community. Additional work required for graduate students.

Interdisciplinary design studio focused on branding and marketing. Additional work required of graduate students.

Design Innovation using non-linear and iterative processes. Uncover and iteratively address user needs, challenge assumptions, redefine problems. Value creation with a bias toward action to address both wicked and tame problems in industry and society. Identification and exploration of possibilities over problems as a path forward. Additional work required for graduate students.

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.

Introduction to design processes and the application of design thinking, language, and methods to introductory level projects.

Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.

This course will support the students as they follow a logical path of exploration through their chosen thesis subject integrating research and studio based activities.

Development of a design communication skills and techniques for the process of design research, analysis, and synthesis with solutions to the thesis problem.

Organization and evaluation strategies used in the analysis and synthesis of research information and data for establishing definitive design parameters and criteria.

Developing and completing a comprehensive design project, including essential illustrations, technical drawings, models, and prototypes.

This course prepares students for their thesis, setting out expectations, outlining what constitutes a successful project, and aids students in selecting a suitable topic and constructing a thorough and compelling research proposal.

Final presentation accompanied by written statement, culminating in oral examination for M.F.A. degree. Taken during final semester upon advisor's approval.

Formal master's thesis. Written document exhibiting substantive and original research. Planned under direction of major departmental advisor.