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Through the use of environmental simulation and detailed case study, students are exposed to the intention, responsibility, scope and requirements of effective project management. Students will have the opportunity to learn to move fluidly between both broad management and compartmentalized roles, viewing a project as a manageable organism dependent upon structured guidance and oversight for success.

The role of storyboarding in developing visual storytelling and design needs, and its ability to facilitate the preproduction process will be examined. The style and intent of storyboards, both in hand render and digital media, will be explored. Development of visual representation as a tool for clients, production crew, technical crew and creative professionals will serve as the focus of the course.

This course will focus upon the essential skills necessary for the development of a corporate brand. Research, strategy formulation, design and implementation of a new brand identity and/or a re-branding will be covered in this course.

This course provides a survey of the advertising environment and advertising as a communications tool, including how it affects the target audience. Topics include integrated marketing communications, consumer behavior, brand strategy, and media.

This course will address the fundamental elements of Visual Advertising. Students will have the opportunity to apply design principles and the design process to positively affect advertising communication.

This course provides a study of the creation of customer value, targeting the correct market, building customer relationships and the significance of brand loyalty in attempting to meet shifting customer expectations. The relationship of marketing to advertising and their dual approach to a common mission are explored

This course will examine the role of text in advertising and marketing concept, creation and placement. In order to successfully convey client message and connect with audiences, students will be expected to demonstrate a working command of language, vocabulary, syntax, hidden persuasion and the conventions of text copy within specific media and advertising outlets.

This course will explore the nature of advertising photography. Topics will include the principles of the photographic process as well as how it is used in the advertising industry. Special emphasis will be placed on the logistics of an advertising shoot.

This course focuses upon the basic concepts and theories of consumer behavior, emphasizing the key factors that influence consumer purchasing decisions. Market segmentation and consumer demographics are analyzed and incorporated into marketing strategies. Qualitative and quantitative research techniques will be explored as a means to interpret data.

This course will examine the creation of audio and video advertising and marketing elements and their power to reach and impact the broadest audiences. The essential elements of audio and video creation will be presented for study, as well as conventions, limitations and potential of the spoken word and moving images to present products and services, and influence audiences to purchase.

This course will examine the creation of audio and video advertising and marketing elements and their power to reach and impact the broadest audiences. The essential elements of audio and video creation will be presented for study, as well as conventions, limitations and potential of the spoken word and moving images to present products and services, and influence audiences to purchase.

This course contemplates the power of various demographics, and the role of the media, events, and public awareness in forming opinions about a product, service, or organization

This course focuses upon the development and production of two audience-focused advertising projects. Case studies will be used as a means to develop advertising strategies, construct creative briefs, and produce portfolio-quality projects. Market research, consumer behavior, and sales techniques will be discussed.

This course offers an exploration into topics of special interest related to Advertising Design.

Building upon foundational skill sets and conceptual examinations, this course directs students to design and execute individual projects that demonstrate a mastery of advertising and marketing principles, concepts, industry and application.

This course examines strategies for developing and directing a media mix across a variety of print and online formats and for designing messages which reflect both audience and client “contact” relationships

This course presents the opportunities, challenges and strategies for conducting successful e-Commerce ventures. The impact of e-Commerce on business models, consumer behavior, and market segmentation for both Business-to- Business and Business-to-Consumer operations will be explored. The technical and infrastructure requirements for conducting business on the Internet, including security systems, payment systems and client/product support will be discussed. Laws, regulations and ethical issues related to e-Commerce business practices will also be examined.

This course will challenge students with the problems, techniques and strategy of buying advertising space and time effectively and economically in newspapers, magazines, radio, television, Internet and outdoor media

The Advertising Design capstone is a research-based course that integrates concepts and work from throughout the program. Students are expected to integrate skills, knowledge, and creativity to produce a project that will showcase professional expertise in a chosen career field

This course will serve as the culmination of all Advertising Design projects completed throughout the program of study. The course will emphasize professionalism, and increased creative and technical proficiency while extending the range, variety and quality of final projects. The final presentation of resume, portfolio and professional attitude will culminate with an individual mock interview.

This course examines the application of marketing principles and theories to businesses and entrepreneurial efforts. Topics include marketing tools and techniques required for start-up businesses, including new business development, core competencies and technologies, marketing research, marketing planning, relationship marketing, and partnerships with customers and suppliers.

This course provides an introduction to the practice of business through analysis of the role and function of accounting, management, marketing, finance, and economics within business organizations. Common business terms and principles will be discussed and the various activities of businesses in daily operations will be examined.

Through the use of environmental simulation and detailed case study, students are exposed to the intention, responsibility, scope and requirements of effective project management. Students will have the opportunity to learn to move fluidly between both broad management and compartmentalized roles, viewing a project as a manageable organism dependent upon structured guidance and oversight for success.

This course provides an examination of the different elements of visual design, as well as a general overview of the design process. The material in this course will focus on design for projects essential to all areas of visual design.

This course provides an introduction to the tools and techniques of drawing. Principles of composition, balance, rhythm, color, line, texture, and light are addressed through a series of studio assignments.

This course covers the foundations of vector-based artwork in order to create digital illustrations, graphics, and interfaces. Students will have the opportunity to create illustrations and will experiment with type as a graphical element. The differences between vector and raster based artwork will be delineated.

This course covers the language of the visual letterform, the history of typography, and its appropriate use in design.

This course covers the foundations of vector-based artwork in order to create digital illustrations, graphics, and interfaces. Students will have the opportunity to create illustrations and will experiment with type as a graphical element. The differences between vector and raster based artwork will be delineated.

The role of storyboarding in developing visual storytelling and design needs, and its ability to facilitate the preproduction process will be examined. The style and intent of storyboards, both in hand render and digital media, will be explored. Development of visual representation as a tool for clients, production crew, technical crew and creative professionals will serve as the focus of the course.

This course introduces students to the creative problemsolving process used to generate concept and design for an original design solution. A variety of layout techniques will be critiqued as the students originate creative concepts.

This course examines complex and multi-faceted commercial design problems as a means of developing dynamic and innovative solutions. Design projects are analyzed according to their conceptual and graphical composition, and are developed to effectively and creatively communicate a message to a specific audience.

This course provides the fundamentals of publication design and page layout using a current page-layout software to produce quality publications and print materials. The focus will also be on graphic design skills including composition, layout, and content.

This course will focus upon the essential skills necessary for the development of a corporate brand. Research, strategy formulation, design and implementation of a new brand identity and/or a re-branding will be covered in this course.

Communication theory and the principles of effective speech communication are presented. Students are given the opportunity to learn communication techniques, how to adapt to variations in audience and context, elements of effective audience research, speechwriting and delivery. Organizational and expressive strategies for informative and persuasive arguments are reviewed.

Communication theory and the principles of effective speech communication are presented. Students are given the opportunity to learn communication techniques, how to adapt to variations in audience and context, elements of effective audience research, speechwriting and delivery. Organizational and expressive strategies for informative and persuasive arguments are reviewed.

This course focuses on the economic aspects of globalization and examines why the interdependent economies of various nations are regarded as a single economic system or entity. It examines barriers and bridges to the world’s markets, including trade agreements and obstacles to international trading.

In this course, students are given the opportunity to study and apply composition principles to a variety of writing modes, focusing on the writing process, intended audience, consistent point of view, correct grammar, concise language, appropriate style, and effective organizational strategies

This course is designed to allow students to expand their English skills by exploring advanced essay modes that include persuasive writing, literary analysis, and term paper research. Students will have the opportunity to analyze basic literary texts for style and content, and to present a researched, documented term paper.

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to information literacy. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills to access digital and print source material and to evaluate and appropriately integrate this information into their own coursework. Students will be asked to assess their own thought processes and examine fallacies associated with their reasoning. The use of digital technology to communicate effectively is also a key component of this course

Students will have the opportunity to explore the nature of human thought, culture, and creativity dating from the early Renaissance through the 20th century through an examination of selected achievements in the humanities and the arts. This course will help students foster an understanding of human heritage as it recognizes individuals, societies, and cultures that have shaped our modern existence.

Students will have the opportunity to explore the nature of human thought, culture, and creativity dating from Prehistoric time through the 14th century through an examination of selected achievements in the humanities and the arts. This course will help students foster an understanding of human heritage as it recognizes individuals, societies, and cultures that have shaped our modern existence.

This course examines literature and film and provides the opportunity for the student to compare and contrast the presentation of a story through different media. Analysis of literary works and critique of their film adaptations will allow the student to determine the characteristics of “successful” adaptation.

This course is designed to enable students to reason quantitatively from a variety of mathematical perspectives. Topics include statistics, logic, geometry, estimation, and the process of problem solving.

Ethics is the study of moral philosophy in relation to society and human behavior. Students will study theoretical and applied ethical constructs, from both a Western and non- Western approach, that shape beliefs and relate to decision-making processes.

This course investigates biological science and the effects of humans on the earth’s ecosystem. Topics discussed may include basic ecology, human populations, water, air, and land pollution, energy consumption, allocation of natural resources, alternative forms of energy, legislation, and citizen action.

This course is an exploration of the principles of Physical Anthropology, covering genetic processes underlying the expression of population, the appearance of the hominids approximately 4 million years ago, and their subsequent development to the present. Students will be introduced to primate evolution, theoretical perspectives, and the technologies associated with human development. Medical anthropology and basic genetics will be examined.

This course is designed to enhance understanding of and appreciation for human diversity through the critical analysis of sociological, socioeconomic and cultural issues. The class will explore topics from a variety of perspectives and viewpoints as a means of developing deeper insight into how race, ethnicity, social class, gender, sexuality, and religion affect human relations.

This course will examine the creation of audio and video advertising and marketing elements and their power to reach and impact the broadest audiences. The essential elements of audio and video creation will be presented for study, as well as conventions, limitations and potential of the spoken word and moving images to present products and services, and influence audiences to purchase

This course focuses upon raster-based software to create manipulate, and modify images for design purposes. The tools used to manipulate raster based images and associated terminology will be introduced. The differences between raster and vector images will be addressed.

Prerequisites: Bim105, Bim106 This Course Will Be Applied With An Introduction To Building Information Modeling (bim). Bim Software Will Be Used To Understand The Concepts And Development Of A 3d Model To Help Create A Set Of Working Drawings. File Management Of Bim Software Will Be Introduced And Applied. Knowledge Taught In Bim105 – Building Construction Methods Will Be Practiced.

Through the use of environmental simulation and detailed case study, students are exposed to the intention, responsibility, scope and requirements of effective project management. Students will have the opportunity to learn to move fluidly between both broad management and compartmentalized roles, viewing a project as a manageable organism dependent upon structured guidance and oversight for success.

This course addresses the essentials of entrepreneurship. Business organization, business plans and proposals, as well as ethical and legal issues will be discussed. Additionally, this course focuses on the fundamentals of profitability.

This course provides an examination of the different elements of visual design, as well as a general overview of the design process. The material in this course will focus on design for projects essential to all areas of visual design.

This course focuses on the fundamentals of web creation and usage. Browsers, Internet terminology, and Internet usage will be addressed. Use of XHTML in the creation of web design will be discussed. The course will provide an introduction to graphic web applications and the development of a web site.

This course provides an introduction to the tools and techniques of drawing. Principles of composition, balance, rhythm, color, line, texture, and light are addressed through a series of studio assignments.

This course covers the foundations of vector-based artwork in order to create digital illustrations, graphics, and interfaces. Students will have the opportunity to create illustrations and will experiment with type as a graphical element. The differences between vector and raster based artwork will be delineated.

This course covers the language of the visual letterform, the history of typography, and its appropriate use in design.

This course focuses upon raster-based software to create manipulate, and modify images for design purposes. The tools used to manipulate raster based images and associated terminology will be introduced. The differences between raster and vector images will be addressed.

Students explore composition using digital photography. Students will have the opportunity to develop an appreciation of photography as well as to begin to build their own photographic library. The camera’s viewfinder is used as a vehicle for demonstrating the designer’s frame of reference.

Students will be introduced to the concepts governing website design and implementation. Students will explore a number of design problems, including interface design, navigation, design continuity and design process.

The role of storyboarding in developing visual storytelling and design needs, and its ability to facilitate the preproduction process will be examined. The style and intent of storyboards, both in hand render and digital media, will be explored. Development of visual representation as a tool for clients, production crew, technical crew and creative professionals will serve as the focus of the course.

This course provides an opportunity for students to develop skills involved in website design, development, and maintenance. Troubleshooting issues will also be addressed.

This course will explore interface design theory and its implementation. This will serve as a foundation course covering drawing, animation, importing external graphics, audio and video elements and using them to construct effective web interfaces.

This course will introduce the basic concepts of sound recording and editing within the multimedia environment. Computer hardware and software will be used to experiment with recording/capturing, converting and editing audio. The course will provide a basic understanding of sound and acoustics, and analog and digital recording and editing methods in the creation of a basic stereo audio project.

In this course the role of original text in the creation of visual images and story will be examined. The depiction of vivid, engaging visuals through various screenplay formats, industry syntax, descriptive verbiage and identifiable style will be explored. The process of telling a story and inspiring a director, producer, onscreen talent, art director and/or other storytellers will be discussed.

This course will introduce the basic concepts of video production within a multimedia environment. The use of industry standard hardware and software to capture, convert and edit video will be explored. Different shooting techniques of small format distribution will be compared and contrasted.

Advanced techniques and aesthetics in digital image creation and editing are explored and applied through the completion of computer design projects.

This course introduces students to the creative problemsolving process used to generate concept and design for an original design solution. A variety of layout techniques will be critiqued as the students originate creative concepts.

This course covers the skills necessary to produce effective “information design” in a multimedia environment. Design principles as they relate to the use of typography, photographs, video, illustration, and interface elements will be explored with the goal of developing designs that effectively deliver content to given audiences.

This course covers intermediate scripting for interactive interfaces. This will include designing dynamically-loaded interfaces and loading external files as well as scripting to manipulate video and audio.

This course will cover audio production and editing using industry standard hardware and software. Emphasis will be placed on mixing, hard disk recording, midi production and professionalism. Music theory will be addressed as context for the creation of audio for the multimedia environment.

This course is an examination of editing theory, history and aesthetics leading toward post-production technology and techniques required to deliver professional quality digital video. Students capture and edit digital footage using traditional techniques and effects, with output to be distributed in a variety of formats. Visual quality, broadcast standards, and format compression will also be examined.

The course will cover advanced scripting techniques geared towards design solutions and an entirely dynamic construction of an application.

This course will allow students to explore the elements of time and space to convey messages and meaning through type, image, video, 3D and visual effects for the screen. Individual creativity will be stressed as well as the use of industry-standard software for developing motion graphics.

This course examines the total production process from initial concept and storyboard through production. Students will have the opportunity to aggregate a range of specific disciplines and software in the creation of complex multimedia and / or interactive projects.

In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn various methods to deliver media to audiences, including broadband streams, dynamic web pages, and optical disc storage (Blu-ray, DVD, etc.). Students will have the opportunity to apply compression schemes to digital audio, video, and animation files as well as have the opportunity to learn to determine appropriate delivery at specific bandwidths and to specific user devices.

This course focuses upon advanced topics in digital media production, addressing post-production and distribution of projects. Application of artistic vision to solving problems encountered in a real-world production environment and workflow is emphasized. Efficient balance of competing resource needs such as budgets, timelines, staff management, client relations and target audiences will be covered.

This course offers an exploration into topics of special interest related to Digital Production.

The digital production capstone is a research-based course that integrates concepts and work from throughout the program. Projects will simulate a professional digital media studio environment.

This course begins with a review of portfolio worthy media projects produced in other courses. Project revisions, as well as new projects are assigned in order to enhance the students’ portfolios and prepare them for employment interviews. Interviewing and presentation techniques will be introduced, along with strategies for developing an effective résumé, cover letter, and self-promotional campaign.

This course focuses on the development of professional and personal skills that will assist students in their collegiate and career performance. Topics covered include time management, interpersonal relations, personal expression, test-taking strategies, goal setting, study habits and techniques, self-esteem, image, and motivation.

Communication theory and the principles of effective speech communication are presented. Students are given the opportunity to learn communication techniques, how to adapt to variations in audience and context, elements of effective audience research, speechwriting and delivery. Organizational and expressive strategies for informative and persuasive arguments are reviewed.

This course focuses on the economic aspects of globalization and examines why the interdependent economies of various nations are regarded as a single economic system or entity. It examines barriers and bridges to the world’s markets, including trade agreements and obstacles to international trading.

In this course, students are given the opportunity to study and apply composition principles to a variety of writing modes, focusing on the writing process, intended audience, consistent point of view, correct grammar, concise language, appropriate style, and effective organizational strategies

This course is designed to allow students to expand their English skills by exploring advanced essay modes that include persuasive writing, literary analysis, and term paper research. Students will have the opportunity to analyze basic literary texts for style and content, and to present a researched, documented term paper.

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to information literacy. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills to access digital and print source material and to evaluate and appropriately integrate this information into their own coursework. Students will be asked to assess their own thought processes and examine fallacies associated with their reasoning. The use of digital technology to communicate effectively is also a key component of this course

Students will have the opportunity to explore the nature of human thought, culture, and creativity dating from the early Renaissance through the 20th century through an examination of selected achievements in the humanities and the arts. This course will help students foster an understanding of human heritage as it recognizes individuals, societies, and cultures that have shaped our modern existence.

Students will have the opportunity to explore the nature of human thought, culture, and creativity dating from Prehistoric time through the 14th century through an examination of selected achievements in the humanities and the arts. This course will help students foster an understanding of human heritage as it recognizes individuals, societies, and cultures that have shaped our modern existence.

This course examines literature and film and provides the opportunity for the student to compare and contrast the presentation of a story through different media. Analysis of literary works and critique of their film adaptations will allow the student to determine the characteristics of “successful” adaptation.

This course is designed to enable students to reason quantitatively from a variety of mathematical perspectives. Topics include statistics, logic, geometry, estimation, and the process of problem solving.

Ethics is the study of moral philosophy in relation to society and human behavior. Students will study theoretical and applied ethical constructs, from both a Western and non- Western approach, that shape beliefs and relate to decision-making processes.

This course investigates biological science and the effects of humans on the earth’s ecosystem. Topics discussed may include basic ecology, human populations, water, air, and land pollution, energy consumption, allocation of natural resources, alternative forms of energy, legislation, and citizen action.

This course is an exploration of the principles of Physical Anthropology, covering genetic processes underlying the expression of population, the appearance of the hominids approximately 4 million years ago, and their subsequent development to the present. Students will be introduced to primate evolution, theoretical perspectives, and the technologies associated with human development. Medical anthropology and basic genetics will be examined.

This course is designed to enhance understanding of and appreciation for human diversity through the critical analysis of sociological, socioeconomic and cultural issues. The class will explore topics from a variety of perspectives and viewpoints as a means of developing deeper insight into how race, ethnicity, social class, gender, sexuality, and religion affect human relations.

This course examines the scope and method of political science. This course explores the social nature of politics, with a focus on how power and opinions are distributed throughout a variety of populations, colleges, and political entities. Students will have the opportunity to analyze the effects of American culture and media on political structures and decision-making processes, and will contemplate the effects of international relations and political changes on contemporary society.

This course provides a survey of the advertising environment and advertising as a communications tool, including how it affects the target audience. Topics include integrated marketing communications, consumer behavior, brand strategy, and media.

This course will address the fundamental elements of Visual Advertising. Students will have the opportunity to apply design principles and the design process to positively affect advertising communication.

This course provides a study of the creation of customer value, targeting the correct market, building customer relationships and the significance of brand loyalty in attempting to meet shifting customer expectations. The relationship of marketing to advertising and their dual approach to a common mission are explored

This course will examine the role of text in advertising and marketing concept, creation and placement. In order to successfully convey client message and connect with audiences, students will be expected to demonstrate a working command of language, vocabulary, syntax, hidden persuasion and the conventions of text copy within specific media and advertising outlets.

This course will explore the nature of advertising photography. Topics will include the principles of the photographic process as well as how it is used in the advertising industry. Special emphasis will be placed on the logistics of an advertising shoot.

This course focuses upon the basic concepts and theories of consumer behavior, emphasizing the key factors that influence consumer purchasing decisions. Market segmentation and consumer demographics are analyzed and incorporated into marketing strategies. Qualitative and quantitative research techniques will be explored as a means to interpret data.

This course will examine the creation of audio and video advertising and marketing elements and their power to reach and impact the broadest audiences. The essential elements of audio and video creation will be presented for study, as well as conventions, limitations and potential of the spoken word and moving images to present products and services, and influence audiences to purchase

This course will examine the creation of audio and video advertising and marketing elements and their power to reach and impact the broadest audiences. The essential elements of audio and video creation will be presented for study, as well as conventions, limitations and potential of the spoken word and moving images to present products and services, and influence audiences to purchase.

This course contemplates the power of various demographics, and the role of the media, events, and public awareness in forming opinions about a product, service, or organization

This course focuses upon the development and production of two audience-focused advertising projects. Case studies will be used as a means to develop advertising strategies, construct creative briefs, and produce portfolio-quality projects. Market research, consumer behavior, and sales techniques will be discussed.

This course offers an exploration into topics of special interest related to Advertising Design.

Building upon foundational skill sets and conceptual examinations, this course directs students to design and execute individual projects that demonstrate a mastery of advertising and marketing principles, concepts, industry and application.

This course examines strategies for developing and directing a media mix across a variety of print and online formats and for designing messages which reflect both audience and client “contact” relationships

This course presents the opportunities, challenges and strategies for conducting successful e-Commerce ventures. The impact of e-Commerce on business models, consumer behavior, and market segmentation for both Business-to- Business and Business-to-Consumer operations will be explored. The technical and infrastructure requirements for conducting business on the Internet, including security systems, payment systems and client/product support will be discussed. Laws, regulations and ethical issues related to e-Commerce business practices will also be examined.

This course will challenge students with the problems, techniques and strategy of buying advertising space and time effectively and economically in newspapers, magazines, radio, television, Internet and outdoor media

The Advertising Design capstone is a research-based course that integrates concepts and work from throughout the program. Students are expected to integrate skills, knowledge, and creativity to produce a project that will showcase professional expertise in a chosen career field

This course will serve as the culmination of all Advertising Design projects completed throughout the program of study. The course will emphasize professionalism, and increased creative and technical proficiency while extending the range, variety and quality of final projects. The final presentation of resume, portfolio and professional attitude will culminate with an individual mock interview.

This course examines the application of marketing principles and theories to businesses and entrepreneurial efforts. Topics include marketing tools and techniques required for start-up businesses, including new business development, core competencies and technologies, marketing research, marketing planning, relationship marketing, and partnerships with customers and suppliers.

Course emphasis is placed on software graphic user interface, screen navigation, profiles, toolbars, palettes, drawing and editing commands, dimensioning, annotation, and saving different file formats for communication via the internet. Installing and troubleshooting methods will be discussed. Computer hardware will be overviewed

This course focuses on the introduction to computer aided design. Design problem solving through the intersection of points, lines and basic geometric shapes will be covered. Exercises include creation of two and three-dimensional shapes, objects and spatial thinking in relation to the practice of drafting and design using software applications

This course focuses on the communication and organization of a complete comprehensive working drawing set. Techniques for creating and managing sheet sets and streamlining the drawing process are emphasized.

This course explores two-dimensional computer aided design used to develop skills for understanding the practice of construction planning and design. Techniques for creating and managing sheet sets and streamlining the drawing process are emphasized. Maintenance of file management is reviewed and applied. Topics include development of plan, elevation, section and schedules for project.

This course is used to become familiar with a complete comprehensive working drawing set with the understanding of both commercial and residential building structures and construction methods.

This course will further develop the content of drawing and production skills. Topics further the development of floor plans, elevations, sections and 3D perspective projection principles of a previously designed project. Drawings incorporating foundations, elevations, wall sections and roof framing details will be created using drafting and 3D computer aided design skills. Knowledge taught in BIM 103 - Drawing Document Methods will be practiced.

Basic mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems used in construction are addressed in relation to working drawings. This course also examines building codes and regulatory processes applied to the construction environment. The importance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and how they can be integrated into the design process with support for sustainable design will also be covered.

This course introduces students to game terminology, principles, tools, and techniques. Students will be given the opportunity to examine the history and theories of game design, and will explore a variety of game genres and production processes. Business principles, social and economic issues, and technological developments are discussed in relation to the creation of games and preproduction documents.

This course presents foundational design concepts and techniques that are used to create assets for games. Students will be given the opportunity to study prop, perspective, character, and environment design.

This course provides theoretical and practical exercises to introduce students to the elements and principles of design, 3D Design, and color theory. Scale, form, line, color, texture, and pattern will be studied in conjunction with the principles of balance, harmony, rhythm, emphasis, focus, proportion, and contrast.

The course introduces students to usability and interface design. Students have the opportunity to create designs for various interfaces using fundamental layout and design theory skills.

This course will study the mechanics of games across a variety of genres and platforms in order to discover what properties a game must have to be compelling, interesting and fun. Students will be given the opportunity to analyze games and game play elements through play tests and critiques. Upon the successful completion of the course, students should be able to write design documents that convey concepts for games within constraints.

Students will have the opportunity to learn to navigate a 3D interface and to use modeling tools to create and manipulate three dimensionally modeled assets and props.

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of the Adobe Flash environment and ActionScript for creating games, prototypes, and tutorials. Students will be given the opportunity to gain proficiency in the use of scripting and interactive techniques to create games that convey effective timing, style, and animation.

This course furthers the understanding of ActionScript scripting through object-oriented, event-driven, and interactive techniques that are used in games. The course also covers basic game design math concepts and formulas.

This course explores lighting in the real world and in virtual space. Texturing assets, props and environments will be the focus of this course. Students will also be given the opportunity to learn techniques to create, manipulate, and optimize the use of lighting.

This course will focus on the development of visual representations of story and game-play elements through the study and creation of screenplay and storyboards. Emphasis will be placed on visual language, story conventions, element creation and the ability to translate story from text to image.

This course explores real world game scenarios. Students have the opportunity to analyze and produce a series of projects that use scripting to solve these problems. Students also complete a final project that synthesizes the interaction design and scripting techniques covered in the previous courses.

Students will have the opportunity to explore, examine, create, and implement audio for interactive projects. Multiple processes in the creation, recording, and distribution of said audio will also be covered in depth. A sound library of all original work will be presented at the end of the course using industry standard compression formats for both client and server side applications.

This course will introduce students to the fundamental concepts used to create levels for games. Students will incorporate level design and architecture theory, level design principles, game balancing, play testing and storytelling. Students will be expected to build and test levels that reflect design concepts.

Students will have the opportunity to critique and refine existing portfolio-level projects, including work from previous courses that demonstrate their technical and conceptual understanding of and proficiency in the design production process. The student will have the opportunity to learn to produce an industry standard electronic portfolio for the purpose of exhibiting and presenting their work to a worldwide audience.

This course builds upon the modeling techniques taught in Modeling I and equips students to create 3D interior and exterior environments. Students will have the opportunity to create complex objects from primitive objects, refine the models, and the end product will show clean game topology.

In this course, students will be directed to examine ethical, intellectual property, contractual and management issues as they relate to the game industry. Market analysis, business plans, production timelines, budgets, and development and distribution processes associated with game development will be explored and implemented.

Students will have the opportunity to acquire the integration skills needed to successfully build a 3D game. Using a Game Engine they will explore both the technical construction and practical design of games. The technical skills required to use the game engine software are combined with utilizing level creating, constructing an interface, and defining the user’s interaction with the game world.

This course involves modeling and rigging of a 3D character for games. Topics include low-polygonal 3D modeling, texture mapping, and rigging for future game character animation.

Students will build upon Game Production I knowledge of building 3D games in an engine. Students will have the opportunity to advance their technical skills in level creation, lighting and camera angles to create a complete working game level.

Students will be expected to apply level design principles to the creation of entire game environments, interactive elements and objects, storytelling through level design, texturing, and lighting.

This course is designed to teach students to function as a productive member of a game design team to create a playable 3D game level. Explore popular tools utilized to document, schedule, and ship a successful 3D game on time and at an acceptable level of completion. Student groups will complete an entire conversion of a game, including characters, vehicles, and custom scripts.

This course focuses on the creation of 3D animated cycles, characters, and props for games using animation software. Topics include the development of walk cycles, linking and hierarchies, and forward and inverse kinematics.

This course is designed to further develop the student’s 3D modeling and texturing skills. Industry based software and practices will be implemented through character development and advanced character creation projects. Students will be gathering reference to model and sculpt characters using preproduction techniques necessary in the creation of game characters.

This project-based course introduces professional-level concepts and techniques in game development including team-building, advanced ideation, visual design and technical implementation, quality assurance and distribution. The research, planning, design, and construction of a game will meet alpha criteria including design documentation and asset creation schedules using waterfall project management methodologies.

A continuation of Team Project I, the focus of this course is on professional concepts and techniques that relate to level design, usability, professionalization, post-production and distribution. This course focuses on Agile project management methodology and allows the students to explore alternate management styles. The end of course milestone is a professionally developed “one-level” playable game as a portfolio asset. Students will continue work on their original game concept from Alpha to Gold release status.

In this course, students have the opportunity to develop and process a senior thesis project demonstrating their creative and technical abilities and expertise. Students will be expected to plan, produce and document all phases of production from pre-production through delivery of a final product.

The game development capstone is a research-based course that integrates concepts and work from throughout the program. Projects will simulate a professional game design studio environment.

Under faculty supervision, students will review, revise, and refine previous deliverables based on peer and faculty evaluation, and create a portfolio that demonstrates a mastery of industry standards and expectations. The student will present and discuss their portfolio of work to an audience/jury.

This course focuses upon raster-based software to create manipulate, and modify images for design purposes. The tools used to manipulate raster based images and associated terminology will be introduced. The differences between raster and vector images will be addressed.

This course focuses on the development of professional and personal skills that will assist students in their collegiate and career performance. Topics covered include time management, interpersonal relations, personal expression, test-taking strategies, goal setting, study habits and techniques, self-esteem, image, and motivation.

Communication theory and the principles of effective speech communication are presented. Students are given the opportunity to learn communication techniques, how to adapt to variations in audience and context, elements of effective audience research, speechwriting and delivery. Organizational and expressive strategies for informative and persuasive arguments are reviewed.

This course focuses on the economic aspects of globalization and examines why the interdependent economies of various nations are regarded as a single economic system or entity. It examines barriers and bridges to the world’s markets, including trade agreements and obstacles to international trading.

In this course, students are given the opportunity to study and apply composition principles to a variety of writing modes, focusing on the writing process, intended audience, consistent point of view, correct grammar, concise language, appropriate style, and effective organizational strategies

This course is designed to allow students to expand their English skills by exploring advanced essay modes that include persuasive writing, literary analysis, and term paper research. Students will have the opportunity to analyze basic literary texts for style and content, and to present a researched, documented term paper.

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to information literacy. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills to access digital and print source material and to evaluate and appropriately integrate this information into their own coursework. Students will be asked to assess their own thought processes and examine fallacies associated with their reasoning. The use of digital technology to communicate effectively is also a key component of this course

Students will have the opportunity to explore the nature of human thought, culture, and creativity dating from the early Renaissance through the 20th century through an examination of selected achievements in the humanities and the arts. This course will help students foster an understanding of human heritage as it recognizes individuals, societies, and cultures that have shaped our modern existence.

Students will have the opportunity to explore the nature of human thought, culture, and creativity dating from Prehistoric time through the 14th century through an examination of selected achievements in the humanities and the arts. This course will help students foster an understanding of human heritage as it recognizes individuals, societies, and cultures that have shaped our modern existence.

This course examines literature and film and provides the opportunity for the student to compare and contrast the presentation of a story through different media. Analysis of literary works and critique of their film adaptations will allow the student to determine the characteristics of “successful” adaptation.

This course is designed to enable students to reason quantitatively from a variety of mathematical perspectives. Topics include statistics, logic, geometry, estimation, and the process of problem solving.

Ethics is the study of moral philosophy in relation to society and human behavior. Students will study theoretical and applied ethical constructs, from both a Western and non- Western approach, that shape beliefs and relate to decision-making processes.

This course investigates biological science and the effects of humans on the earth’s ecosystem. Topics discussed may include basic ecology, human populations, water, air, and land pollution, energy consumption, allocation of natural resources, alternative forms of energy, legislation, and citizen action.

This course is an exploration of the principles of Physical Anthropology, covering genetic processes underlying the expression of population, the appearance of the hominids approximately 4 million years ago, and their subsequent development to the present. Students will be introduced to primate evolution, theoretical perspectives, and the technologies associated with human development. Medical anthropology and basic genetics will be examined.

This course is designed to enhance understanding of and appreciation for human diversity through the critical analysis of sociological, socioeconomic and cultural issues. The class will explore topics from a variety of perspectives and viewpoints as a means of developing deeper insight into how race, ethnicity, social class, gender, sexuality, and religion affect human relations.

This course examines the scope and method of political science. This course explores the social nature of politics, with a focus on how power and opinions are distributed throughout a variety of populations, colleges, and political entities. Students will have the opportunity to analyze the effects of American culture and media on political structures and decision-making processes, and will contemplate the effects of international relations and political changes on contemporary society.