DES 393 - Visual Communication Design Foundations I

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

Understanding and applying the principles of visual communication design. Study of communication concerns through the use of type and image creation. Emphasis on appropriateness, clarity, expression and description to meet defined objectives in print and digital media. Introduction to design research methods. Prerequisites: ART 134 and DES 135, or ART 136 and DES 138, or consent of the Department. Note: Not open to students with credit in DES 390.

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.