GD 3900 - Special Topics in Graphic Design

Credits: 3

This elective course open to juniors and seniors examines specific topics not otherwise covered in the Graphic Design curriculum. Specific topics and faculty will be announced prior to registration. Students will work towards a keystone project that encompasses the topic at hand.

Prerequisites: Completion of 60+ credits and approval of department Chair

Course Learning Outcomes:

Create visual form in response to communication problems.
Apply principles of visual organization/composition and information hierarchy.
Use industry based tools in the creation, reproduction, and distribution of visual messages.
Solve communication problems through visual design.
Apply research, information gathering and analysis to generate alternative solutions.