Digital Design
General Education Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| English Composition | ||
| Select one of the following: | 6 | |
| College Composition I | ||
| College Composition II | ||
or ENGL 125 | Introduction to Professional Writing | |
| or | ||
| College Composition II | ||
or ENGL 125 | Introduction to Professional Writing | |
| College Composition III: Persuasive Writing | ||
| Speech Communication | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Fundamentals of Public Speaking | ||
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Intercultural Communication | ||
| Mathematics | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Algebra | ||
| Finite Mathematics | ||
| Precalculus | ||
| Mathematics in Society | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| Lab Science | ||
| Select two of the following, one must come from the Natural and Physical Sciences category | 8 | |
| Natural and Physical Sciences (ND:LABSC) | ||
| Concepts of Biology | ||
| General Biology I | ||
| General Biology II | ||
| General Zoology | ||
| Introductory Chemistry | ||
| Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry | ||
| General Chemistry I | ||
| General Chemistry II | ||
| Introduction to Earth Science | ||
| The Earth Through Time | ||
| Concepts of Physics | ||
| Introductory Astronomy | ||
| College Physics I | ||
| College Physics II | ||
| University Physics I | ||
| University Physics II | ||
| Additional Sciences (ND:SCI) | ||
| Cognition and Brain Science | ||
| Technology, Engineering, and Design | ||
| Technology Solutions for Society | ||
| Wellness | ||
| Select one of the following: | 2 | |
| Concepts of Fitness and Wellness | ||
| Introduction to Stress Management | ||
| Computer Science and Literacy | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Information Security | ||
| Introduction to Computer Information Systems 1 | ||
| Introduction to Programming | ||
| Introduction to Programming in Java | ||
| Introduction to Structured Programming I | ||
| Social Implications of Computer Technology 1 | ||
| Discovering Computing | ||
| Humanities | ||
| Literacies | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| American Sign Language I | ||
| American Sign Language II | ||
| Oral Interpretation | ||
| Introduction to Literature | ||
| Introduction to Film | ||
| Bible as Literature | ||
| Mythology | ||
| Women and Literature | ||
| World Literature I | ||
| World Literature II | ||
| American Literature I | ||
| American Literature II | ||
| Civilization, Thought, and Literary Heritage | ||
| Ethics and Philosophy of Science | ||
| 1st Year Spanish I | ||
| 1st Year Spanish II | ||
| 2nd Year Spanish I | ||
| 2nd Year Spanish II | ||
| Introduction to Theatre Arts | ||
| Art and Music | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to the Visual Arts | ||
| Introduction to Digital Media | ||
| Art History I | ||
| Art History II | ||
| History of Craft | ||
| Fine Arts and Aesthetics | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| Music Fundamentals | ||
| World Music | ||
| History of Popular/Rock Music | ||
| Social Science | ||
| Select 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Understanding Media and Social Change | ||
| Human Communication | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Human Geography | ||
| United States to 1877 | ||
| United States to Present | ||
| World Civilizations to 1500 | ||
| World Civilizations since 1500 | ||
| Environmental History | ||
| Native American Studies | ||
| American National Government | ||
| State and Local Government | ||
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Introduction to Anthropology | ||
| Additional Humanities or Social Science | ||
| Select one additional course from Humanities or Social Science or select from the following: | 2 | |
| Two-Dimensional Design | ||
| Drawing I | ||
| Ceramics I | ||
| Photography I | ||
| Survey of Geography | ||
| Group Piano for Non-Majors | ||
| Group Piano for Non-Majors | ||
| Valkyries | ||
| Concert Choir | ||
| Athletic Band | ||
| Concert Band | ||
| Planetarium Science | ||
| Theatre Practicum | ||
| Total Credits | 39 | |
- 1
Course satisfies the Digital Literacy graduation requirement.
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation and Art History Credit | ||
| ART 115 | Introduction to Digital Media | 3 |
| ART 122 | Two-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 124 | Three-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 130 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 311 | Art History III | 3 |
| ART 345 | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| ART 411 | Art History IV | 3 |
| Required Courses | ||
| ART 180 | Photography I | 3 |
| ART 215 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| ART 225 | Digital Imaging I | 3 |
| ART 235 | Digital Illustration I | 3 |
| ART 280 | Photography II | 3 |
| ART 315 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| ART 420 | Advanced Research Studio | 4 |
| ART 491 | Visual Arts Seminar | 2 |
| ART 492 | Visual Arts Capstone | 2 |
| ART 497 | Internship | 3 |
| Choose 3 Courses | 9 | |
| Introduction to Web Design | ||
| Digital Imaging II | ||
| Digital Illustration II | ||
| Graphic Design III | ||
| Choose 5 courses from additional art, business, communication, or marketing: | 15 | |
| Printmaking I 1 | ||
| Art History I | ||
| Art History II | ||
| Business Communications | ||
| Business Data Solutions | ||
| Public Relations | ||
| Digital Communication | ||
| Social Media Management | ||
| Organizational Communication | ||
| Principles of Marketing | ||
| Advertising and Promotions | ||
| Total Credits | 74 | |
1 Any additional Art course
Total General Education Requirement 39 Hrs
Total Major Requirement 74 Hrs
Total Credits Needed to Graduate 120 Hrs
For degree and graduation requirements, visit degree requirements and graduation requirements.
Plan of Study
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ART 122 | 3 | ART 115 | 3 |
| ART 180 | 3 | ART 124 | 3 |
| ENGL 110 (Gen Ed) | 3 | ART 130 | 3 |
| Social Science (Gen Ed) | 3 | ENGL 120 or 125 (Gen Ed) | 3 |
| Computer Science and Literacy (Gen Ed) | 3 | Lab Science (Gen Ed) | 4 |
| UNIV 150 | 1 | ||
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ART 215 | 3 | ART 280 | 3 |
| ART 225 | 3 | ART 411 or 345 | 3 |
| ART 311 | 3 | ART 235 | 3 |
| MATH 104 (Gen Ed) | 3 | Lab Science (Gen Ed) | 4 |
| Social Science (Gen Ed) | 3 | HPER 100 or 212 (Gen Ed) | 2 |
| Communications (Gen Ed) | 3 | ||
| 15 | 18 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| Additional Humanities or Social Science (Gen Ed) | 2 | Additional Electives | 3 |
| Art and Music (Gen Ed) | 3 | ART 315 | 3 |
| ART 245 | 3 | ART 335 | 3 |
| ART 325 | 3 | ART 345 or 411 | 3 |
| Literacies (Gen Ed) | 3 | ART 491 | 2 |
| 14 | 14 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| Additional Elective | 3 | Additional Electives | 9 |
| ART 420 | 4 | ART 415 | 3 |
| ART 497 | 3-12 | ART 492 | 2 |
| 10-19 | 14 | ||
| Total Credits 117-126 | |||
Please note: This plan is intended for general information only. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their academic advisor each semester before registration.
Learning Outcomes
1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the digital arts.
2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of historical and contemporary world design dialogues.
3. Students will demonstrate proficiency in business skills for the arts-related industry.
4. Students will demonstrate the awareness of social and ethical responsibilities, as the role of the designer by contributing to the cultural environment of the campus and community.
5. Students will develop a professional presence, skill set, and demeanor in preparation for career as a commercial artist.