DES 493 - Visual Communication Design Intermediate I

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 0-6L-0)

Development of concepts, strategies and systems. Problem identification. Using design research methods to address social design themes. Applying principles of website, interaction design and user interface design. Prerequisites: DES 393 and one of DES 394, 395 or 396 or consent of the Department. BDes Students must enroll in DES 494 in the second term. Note: Not open to students with credit in DES 490.

DES 494 - Visual Communication Design Intermediate II

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 0-6L-0)

Further emphasis on complex system design. Design for accessibility. Application of research skills and interaction design. Exploration of design and testing research methods. Prerequisites: DES 493 or consent of the Department. Note: Not open to students with credit in DES 490.

DES 498 - Information Design

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 0-6L-0)

Interpretation and visualization of information. Procedural instructions, mapping, and diagramming. Perception and cognition. Design and testing for user experience. Visual presentation of abstract and quantitative information. Prerequisite or corequisite: DES 494 or consent of the Department.