Digital Arts [Interactive Media]

Digital Arts [Interactive Media]: Designing digital communications for CD-ROM,
the internet and intranet, interface design and development, etc.

The emphasis is placed on design research, design theory, product-service
usability and technical skills. The student is taught how the designer functions
within various creative environments. The IM designer interacts and makes
creative decisions with personnel in various disciplines relating to the creation
of web and interactive media.

Each student must realize the importance and necessity of the design process
and a firm understanding of the many aspects of web and interactive media.
The clear understanding of how to successfully create simple interactive
projects to complex web sites will help them become positive contributors
to the field of interactive media.


DIGITAL ARTS CONCENTRATION

A. Pre-Digital Arts Foundation Recommendations
ART 105	1 hr	Art Careers Seminar
ART 201	2 hrs	Visual Communication Foundation
ART 205	3 hrs	Graphic Design Studio I
ART 290	3 hrs	Type and Design Principles
B. Concentration
ART 400	3 hrs	Computer Imaging
ART 575	3 hrs	Graphic Design: The Digital Environment
ART 631	6 hrs	Contemporary Media Seminar (2 Semesters)
ART 623	6 hrs	Advanced Concepts in Computer Art and Design (2 Semesters)
ART 410	2 hrs	BFA Exhibition or Portfolio Presentations
ART 580	3 hrs	Graphic Design Senior Studio
Total	23 hrs
C. Suggested Electives*
ART 576	3 hrs	Advanced Typography
ART 583	2 hrs	Senior Seminar: Graphic Design Prof. Practices
ART 608	3 hrs	3D Motion
ART 611	3 hrs	Digital Photography
(digital photography courses and others will be suggested)

(* PLUS POSSIBLE 15 HOURS OF ELECTIVES)