May 11, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog
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FD 1600 - Studio Seminar: Methods of Inquiry


Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

Studio Seminar is a required entry-level course that introduces students to research methodologies, design thinking, and visual strategies as a holistic approach to art and design practices. This early interdisciplinary experience lays the foundation for critical reflection and engagement with a diverse community of peers. In this course, students will develop fundamental learning skills and gain access to resources essential to their success at RMCAD. Students will learn critical thinking and problem-solving strategies as they relate to art and design practices. These strategies will be applied to individual and collaborative studio projects that encourage deep exploration of a theme. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have access to the skills and resources essential to their success in foundations and program-specific courses at RMCAD.

Prerequisites: none

Course Learning Outcomes:
  • Develop study skills and access RMCAD resources essential to student success.  
  • Develop critical thinking skills related to research in contemporary art and design practices. 
  • Apply ideation strategies within art and design at an introductory level.
  • Describe connections between culture and modes of communication as key aspects of professional practice.

FD 1600 Course Learning Outcome Rubric   



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