Students in the Digital Media program have the use of several state-of-the-art multimedia computer labs with technology that is frequently updated to ensure compatibility with industry standards. We select all of our software to ensure a seamless transition to the professional world. The applications we use extensively include Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, DVD, Studio Pro, Adobe After Effects, Light Wave 3D, Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver, and a variety of sound programs.

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• Digital Illustration

  • Supportive Studio

    • 2D Design (3)

      KCPA 110

      A problem-solving course covering the principles of composition and modular design systems. Uses predominantly abstract shapes, and black, white, and achromatic gray ranges. (Students who have earned credit for VISC 110, Design I, may not use credit earned in KCPA 110 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • 3D Design (3)

      KCSF 111

      To explore the elements, principles and aesthetic concepts integral to three-dimensional design and to consider relationships between concept, process, materials, tools and technical skills. (Students who have earned credit for ARTS 120, 3-D Design, may not use credit earned in KCSF 111 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Color (3)

      KCPA 112

      A problem-solving course that studies the properties and interactions of color and its resulting perceptual effects in pictorial space.

    • Drawing I (3)

      KCDR 131

      The process of drawing as observation and conceptualization through eye-hand coordination. Emphasizes linear construction with concern for accurate proportion and simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships. Includes an in-depth study of linear perspective. (Students who have earned credit for VISC 112, Drawing I, may not use credit earned in KCDR 131 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Drawing II (3)

      KCDR 132

      Emphasis on development of convincing illusion of three-dimensional objects, through the combined use of line, value, proportion, and composition. This course focuses on the further refinement of the concepts, processes, and techniques introduced in Drawing I. Expanded exploration of perspective, composition, color investigation, media exploration, and idea development within traditional subject matter will be emphasized.

    • Figure Drawing I (3)

      KCDR 221

      Emphasizes precise linear construction and structural aspects of the figure. Anatomical focus is on skeletal structure and its effect on surface form. Tonal construction introduced late in the semester.

    • Figure Drawing II (3)

      KCDR 222

      Continued reinforcement of concerns introduced in life drawing I. Additional emphasis on developing the illusion of volume and mass through structural application of line and value (tonality). Hands, feet and heads/faces are explored in greater depth. Simple compositional environment is introduced. Anatomical focus is on the study of musculature and its effect on surface form.

  • Major Studio

    • Introduction to Illustration (3)

      KCIL 120

      A survey of contemporary and historical illustration techniques and movements. Career options will be covered, along with the fundamentals of composition and color, the application of media, and the basic elements of picture making.

    • Illustration II (3)

      KCIL 234

      Exploration of color media and processes within specific illustration assignments. Problem solving is encouraged through creative investigation.

    • Authoring (3)

      KCDM 235

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will learn to create interactive works related to their major area of study for delivery via the Web and repurposed for CD and DVD. Formerly KCVC 235

    • Introduction to Digital Imaging (3)

      KCDM 241

      Students will create digitally manipulated images using both vector and bitmap imaging techniques for print media as it relates to their major area of study. Formerly KCIL 241

    • Illustration Painting I (3)

      KCIL 291

      Painting illustrative subject matter using fundamental water-based painting techniques.

    • 2D Animation I (3)

      KCDM 294

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will mix traditional and digital imagery to create two-dimensional animated art related to their major area of study. The animation will be published for delivery via CD, DVD, Web, video, film or broadcast media.

    • Illustration Professional Practices (3)

      KCIL 305

      Students will study current illustration markets, learn essential business practices and create the printed collateral necessary for doing business as an illustrator.

    • Sequential Art and Illustration (3)

      KCDM 306

      Students will learn to create storyboards, comics or graphic novels for print media, using a combination of traditional and digital techniques.

    • Illustration Live Drawing III (3)

      KCIL 323

      Advanced study of the human figure, especially in relation to the needs of the illustrator, with emphasis on construction, composition, movement, and interpretation of the clothed and costumed figure in various media.

    • Digital Imaging for Print Media (3)

      KCDM 324

      Students will learn to apply digital imaging techniques for print media to their major area of study.

    • Illustration III (3)

      KCIL 335

      Concept development and creative problem solving using relevant illustration media and techniques.

    • Graphic Design for the Illustrator (3)

      KCIL 442

      Students will learn graphic design and production processes for print media, using a combination of traditional and digital techniques.

    • Illustration Portfolio I (3)

      KCIL 460

      Preparation of a professional quality illustration portfolio based on individual style and market research.

    • Digital Portfolio (3)

      KCDM 460

      Students will learn to create interactive portfolios of their work for delivery via CD-Rom and the Web.

  • Art History

    Art History Elective (6)

    • Western Art I: Prehistoric through the Renaissance (3)

      KCAH 111

      An overview of the Western Art tradition from prehistory through the Renaissance using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 110, Prehistoric through Middle Ages, may not use credit earned in KCAH 111 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Western Art II: Baroque to the Present (3)

      KCAH 112

      A survey of Western art from the Baroque to the present, this course will continue building upon the foundation of Western Art I; prehistoric through the renaissance, using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 111, Renaissance through 20th Century, may not use credit earned in KCAH 112 to meet graduation requirements.)

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

    Science Elective (3)
    Math Elective (3)
    Humanities Elective (6)
    300/400 Humanities Elective (3)
    Social Science Elective (3)
    300/400 Social Science Elective (3)

    • Written Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 120

      Written Rhetoric provides students with practice in the art of writing well. Students who successfully complete the course will demonstrate competence in critical thought and expression and in the composition of expository prose. They will use writing both as a tool for discovery and communication, and they will shape their communication in response to audience and purpose. (Students who have earned credit for ENGL 150, English I, may not use credit earned in KCHU 120 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Oral Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 121

      Oral Rhetoric provides students with the skills and confidence needed to speak effectively in formal presentations. Course concentrations include the examination and practice of oral rhetoric, building on skills in common with Written Rhetoric. (Students who have earned credit for COMM 121, Fundamentals of Public Speaking, may not use credit earned in KCHU 121 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Advanced Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 320

      Advanced Rhetoric provides students with practice in analyzing, developing, and organizing various forms of persuasive discourse, including written, oral, and visual. Building on the skills developed in the two prerequisites, students apply their understanding of rhetorical concepts to the study of various social issues and cultural texts.

  • Studio Electives

    Studio Electives (15)

• 2D Animation

  • Supportive Studio

    • Design and Color (3)

      KCGD 113

      An introduction to the visual and verbal vocabularies of design and color as they relate to graphic design. Formerly KCVC 113

    • Introduction to Illustration (3)

      KCIL 120

      A survey of contemporary and historical illustration techniques and movements. Career options will be covered, along with the fundamentals of composition and color, the application of media, and the basic elements of picture making.

    • Drawing I (3)

      KCDR 131

      The process of drawing as observation and conceptualization through eye-hand coordination. Emphasizes linear construction with concern for accurate proportion and simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships. Includes an in-depth study of linear perspective. (Students who have earned credit for VISC 112, Drawing I, may not use credit earned in KCDR 131 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Drawing II (3)

      KCDR 132

      Emphasis on development of convincing illusion of three-dimensional objects, through the combined use of line, value, proportion, and composition. This course focuses on the further refinement of the concepts, processes, and techniques introduced in Drawing I. Expanded exploration of perspective, composition, color investigation, media exploration, and idea development within traditional subject matter will be emphasized.

    • Figure Drawing I (3)

      KCDR 221

      Emphasizes precise linear construction and structural aspects of the figure. Anatomical focus is on skeletal structure and its effect on surface form. Tonal construction introduced late in the semester.

    • Figure Drawing II (3)

      KCDR 222

      Continued reinforcement of concerns introduced in life drawing I. Additional emphasis on developing the illusion of volume and mass through structural application of line and value (tonality). Hands, feet and heads/faces are explored in greater depth. Simple compositional environment is introduced. Anatomical focus is on the study of musculature and its effect on surface form.

    • Illustration Professional Practices (3)

      KCIL 305

      Students will study current illustration markets, learn essential business practices and create the printed collateral necessary for doing business as an illustrator.

    • Illustration Live Drawing III (3)

      KCIL 323

      Advanced study of the human figure, especially in relation to the needs of the illustrator, with emphasis on construction, composition, movement, and interpretation of the clothed and costumed figure in various media.

  • Major Studio

    • Digital Sound Production (3)

      KCDM 231

      An introductory course focusing on the basics of digital music composition and creation as it relates to the digital media environment. Formerly KCVC 231

    • Authoring (3)

      KCDM 235

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will learn to create interactive works related to their major area of study for delivery via the Web and repurposed for CD and DVD. Formerly KCVC 235

    • Introduction to Digital Imaging (3)

      KCDM 241

      Students will create digitally manipulated images using both vector and bitmap imaging techniques for print media as it relates to their major area of study. Formerly KCIL 241

    • 2D Animation I (3)

      KCDM 294

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will mix traditional and digital imagery to create two-dimensional animated art related to their major area of study. The animation will be published for delivery via CD, DVD, Web, video, film or broadcast media.

    • 2D Animation II (3)

      KCDM 295

      Students will utilize a fully digital process to create a two-dimensional, character-based animation involving full motion with synchronized voice.

    • Sequential Art and Illustration (3)

      KCDM 306

      Students will learn to create storyboards, comics or graphic novels for print media, using a combination of traditional and digital techniques.

    • 3D Character Design for Animation (3)

      KCDM 333

      Characters are designed, drawn, constructed in 3D, and prepared for animation.

    • 3D Animation I (3)

      KCDM 355

      Focuses on computer-based animation techniques, concepts, and practices used in animating products, logos, and sequential storytelling. Formerly KCVC 355

    • Motion Graphics (3)

      KCDM 365

      Upper-level computer course focusing on the integration of animation, sound, video, text, and post-production techniques. Students will be able to apply these techniques to their major area of study.

    • 2D Animation III (3)

      KCDM 394

      Students will utilize an appropriate combination of live-action, roto-scoping, stop-motion, photography, and drawing to create a client driven, two-dimensional, mixed media animation in a team environment.

    • Digital Portfolio (3)

      KCDM 460

      Students will learn to create interactive portfolios of their work for delivery via CD-Rom and the Web.

    • 2D Animation Thesis I (3)

      KCDM 466

      Students will target an animation festival or a competition and utilize appropriate animation techniques in a collaborative environment, to create a single work for entry into that event.

    • 2D Animation Thesis II (3)

      KCDM 467

      Students will create a single work that will demonstrate their aesthetic voice, as well as their individual art, animation, and imaging skills.

  • Art History

    Art History Elective (6)

    • Western Art I: Prehistoric through the Renaissance (3)

      KCAH 111

      An overview of the Western Art tradition from prehistory through the Renaissance using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 110, Prehistoric through Middle Ages, may not use credit earned in KCAH 111 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Western Art II: Baroque to the Present (3)

      KCAH 112

      A survey of Western art from the Baroque to the present, this course will continue building upon the foundation of Western Art I; prehistoric through the renaissance, using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 111, Renaissance through 20th Century, may not use credit earned in KCAH 112 to meet graduation requirements.)

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

    Science Elective (3)
    Math Elective (3)
    Humanities Elective (6)
    300/400 Humanities Elective (3)
    Social Science Elective (3)
    300/400 Social Science Elective (3)

    • Written Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 120

      Written Rhetoric provides students with practice in the art of writing well. Students who successfully complete the course will demonstrate competence in critical thought and expression and in the composition of expository prose. They will use writing both as a tool for discovery and communication, and they will shape their communication in response to audience and purpose. (Students who have earned credit for ENGL 150, English I, may not use credit earned in KCHU 120 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Oral Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 121

      Oral Rhetoric provides students with the skills and confidence needed to speak effectively in formal presentations. Course concentrations include the examination and practice of oral rhetoric, building on skills in common with Written Rhetoric. (Students who have earned credit for COMM 121, Fundamentals of Public Speaking, may not use credit earned in KCHU 121 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Advanced Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 320

      Advanced Rhetoric provides students with practice in analyzing, developing, and organizing various forms of persuasive discourse, including written, oral, and visual. Building on the skills developed in the two prerequisites, students apply their understanding of rhetorical concepts to the study of various social issues and cultural texts.

  • Studio Electives

    Studio Electives (15)

• 3D Animation

  • Supportive Studio

    Drawing I (3) and Drawing II (3) OR
    Design Drawing I and (3) Design Drawing II (3)

    • Design and Color (3)

      KCGD 113

      An introduction to the visual and verbal vocabularies of design and color as they relate to graphic design. Formerly KCVC 113

    • Drawing I (3)

      KCDR 131

      The process of drawing as observation and conceptualization through eye-hand coordination. Emphasizes linear construction with concern for accurate proportion and simple positive-negative/figure-ground relationships. Includes an in-depth study of linear perspective. (Students who have earned credit for VISC 112, Drawing I, may not use credit earned in KCDR 131 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Drawing II (3)

      KCDR 132

      Emphasis on development of convincing illusion of three-dimensional objects, through the combined use of line, value, proportion, and composition. This course focuses on the further refinement of the concepts, processes, and techniques introduced in Drawing I. Expanded exploration of perspective, composition, color investigation, media exploration, and idea development within traditional subject matter will be emphasized.

    • Design Drawing I (3)

      KCDS 142

      Freehand drawing using basic perspective principles and quick sketch techniques.

    • Design Drawing II (3)

      KCDS 143

      Advanced freehand drawing and sketching with the addition of color media.

    • Figure Drawing I (3)

      KCDR 221

      Emphasizes precise linear construction and structural aspects of the figure. Anatomical focus is on skeletal structure and its effect on surface form. Tonal construction introduced late in the semester.

    • Figure Drawing II (3)

      KCDR 222

      Continued reinforcement of concerns introduced in life drawing I. Additional emphasis on developing the illusion of volume and mass through structural application of line and value (tonality). Hands, feet and heads/faces are explored in greater depth. Simple compositional environment is introduced. Anatomical focus is on the study of musculature and its effect on surface form.

  • Major Studio

    • Introduction to Digital Media (3)

      KCDM 230

      The study of fundamental design concepts and elements as they are applied to digital media. Formerly KCVC 230

    • Digital Sound Production (3)

      KCDM 231

      An introductory course focusing on the basics of digital music composition and creation as it relates to the digital media environment. Formerly KCVC 231

    • 3D Modeling (3)

      KCDM 232

      A computer course that focuses on the creation of three-dimensional objects ranging from commercial products and objects of art to architectural interiors and exteriors. Formerly KCVC 232

    • Authoring (3)

      KCDM 235

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will learn to create interactive works related to their major area of study for delivery via the Web and repurposed for CD and DVD. Formerly KCVC 235

    • Introduction to Digital Imaging (3)

      KCDM 241

      Students will create digitally manipulated images using both vector and bitmap imaging techniques for print media as it relates to their major area of study. Formerly KCIL 241

    • Imaging for Digital Media (3)

      KCDM 242

      Focuses on the technical and creative processes associated with interactive imagery and CGI texture development. Formerly KCVC 230

    • 3D Character Design for Animation (3)

      KCDM 333

      Characters are designed, drawn, constructed in 3D, and prepared for animation.

    • Video (3)

      KCDM 345

      Focuses on the design and technical process of shooting digital video and computer-based editing. Students will be able to apply these techniques to their major area of study. Formerly KCVC 345

    • 3D Animation I (3)

      KCDM 355

      Focuses on computer-based animation techniques, concepts, and practices used in animating products, logos, and sequential storytelling. Formerly KCVC 355

    • 3D Animation II (3)

      KCDM 356

      Focuses on advanced methods and techniques used to create and animate logos, program heads, and products for commercials. Formerly KCVC 356

    • 3D Animation III (3)

      KCDM 357

      Focuses on developing advanced technical and creative animations, based upon the student’s area of interest. Formerly KCVC 357

    • Motion Graphics (3)

      KCDM 365

      Upper-level computer course focusing on the integration of animation, sound, video, text, and post-production techniques. Students will be able to apply these techniques to their major area of study.

    • Interactive Production (6)

      KCDM 446

      Working in a team-based environment, students will conceptualize and develop a project(s) for video, DVD/CD, and Internet output. Formerly KCVC 445

    • Digital Media Portfolio (6)

      KCDM 465

      Students will conceptualize, develop, and produce a final DVD portfolio and a personalized marketing strategy of print material. Formerly KCVC 465

  • Art History

    Art History Elective (6)

    • Western Art I: Prehistoric through the Renaissance (3)

      KCAH 111

      An overview of the Western Art tradition from prehistory through the Renaissance using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 110, Prehistoric through Middle Ages, may not use credit earned in KCAH 111 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Western Art II: Baroque to the Present (3)

      KCAH 112

      A survey of Western art from the Baroque to the present, this course will continue building upon the foundation of Western Art I; prehistoric through the renaissance, using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 111, Renaissance through 20th Century, may not use credit earned in KCAH 112 to meet graduation requirements.)

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

    Science Elective (3)
    Math Elective (3)
    Humanities Elective (6)
    300/400 Humanities Elective (3)
    Social Science Elective (3)
    300/400 Social Science Elective (3)

    • Written Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 120

      Written Rhetoric provides students with practice in the art of writing well. Students who successfully complete the course will demonstrate competence in critical thought and expression and in the composition of expository prose. They will use writing both as a tool for discovery and communication, and they will shape their communication in response to audience and purpose. (Students who have earned credit for ENGL 150, English I, may not use credit earned in KCHU 120 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Oral Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 121

      Oral Rhetoric provides students with the skills and confidence needed to speak effectively in formal presentations. Course concentrations include the examination and practice of oral rhetoric, building on skills in common with Written Rhetoric. (Students who have earned credit for COMM 121, Fundamentals of Public Speaking, may not use credit earned in KCHU 121 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Advanced Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 320

      Advanced Rhetoric provides students with practice in analyzing, developing, and organizing various forms of persuasive discourse, including written, oral, and visual. Building on the skills developed in the two prerequisites, students apply their understanding of rhetorical concepts to the study of various social issues and cultural texts.

  • Studio Electives

    Studio Electives (15)

• Motion Graphics

  • Supportive Studio

    • Design Drawing I (3)

      KCDS 142

      Freehand drawing using basic perspective principles and quick sketch techniques.

    • Design Drawing II (3)

      KCDS 143

      Advanced freehand drawing and sketching with the addition of color media.

    • Graphics Studio I (3)

      KCGD 112

      An introduction to the computer as a design tool using the industry standards in page layout and digital illustration software. File transport (PDF) and font management software will also be introduced.

    • Design and Color (3)

      KCGD 113

      An introduction to the visual and verbal vocabularies of design and color as they relate to graphic design. Formerly KCVC 113

    • Introduction to Graphic Design Communications (3)

      KCGD 120

      Focuses on the principles, elements, and working procedures of the design and visual presentation of communication pieces. Formerly KCVC 120

    • Typography I (3)

      KCGD 214

      An introduction to the fundamental aspects of typography. History, structure, form and appropriate application of type will be emphasized.

    • Typography II (3)

      KCGD 220

      Addresses complex communication problems that incorporate the use of type and type systems as visual and expressive devices. Formerly KCVC 220

  • Major Studio

    • Introduction to Digital Media (3)

      KCDM 230

      The study of fundamental design concepts and elements as they are applied to digital media. Formerly KCVC 230

    • Digital Sound Production (3)

      KCDM 231

      An introductory course focusing on the basics of digital music composition and creation as it relates to the digital media environment. Formerly KCVC 231

    • 3D Modeling (3)

      KCDM 232

      A computer course that focuses on the creation of three-dimensional objects ranging from commercial products and objects of art to architectural interiors and exteriors. Formerly KCVC 232

    • Authoring (3)

      KCDM 235

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will learn to create interactive works related to their major area of study for delivery via the Web and repurposed for CD and DVD. Formerly KCVC 235

    • Imaging for Digital Media (3)

      KCDM 242

      Focuses on the technical and creative processes associated with interactive imagery and CGI texture development. Formerly KCVC 230

    • 2D Animation I (3)

      KCDM 294

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will mix traditional and digital imagery to create two-dimensional animated art related to their major area of study. The animation will be published for delivery via CD, DVD, Web, video, film or broadcast media.

    • Video (3)

      KCDM 345

      Focuses on the design and technical process of shooting digital video and computer-based editing. Students will be able to apply these techniques to their major area of study. Formerly KCVC 345

    • 3D Animation I (3)

      KCDM 355

      Focuses on computer-based animation techniques, concepts, and practices used in animating products, logos, and sequential storytelling. Formerly KCVC 355

    • 3D Animation II (3)

      KCDM 356

      Focuses on advanced methods and techniques used to create and animate logos, program heads, and products for commercials. Formerly KCVC 356

    • Motion Graphics (3)

      KCDM 365

      Upper-level computer course focusing on the integration of animation, sound, video, text, and post-production techniques. Students will be able to apply these techniques to their major area of study.

    • Interactive Production (6)

      KCDM 446

      Working in a team-based environment, students will conceptualize and develop a project(s) for video, DVD/CD, and Internet output. Formerly KCVC 445

    • Digital Media Portfolio (6)

      KCDM 465

      Students will conceptualize, develop, and produce a final DVD portfolio and a personalized marketing strategy of print material. Formerly KCVC 465

  • Art History

    Art History Elective (3)

    • Western Art I: Prehistoric through the Renaissance (3)

      KCAH 111

      An overview of the Western Art tradition from prehistory through the Renaissance using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 110, Prehistoric through Middle Ages, may not use credit earned in KCAH 111 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Western Art II: Baroque to the Present (3)

      KCAH 112

      A survey of Western art from the Baroque to the present, this course will continue building upon the foundation of Western Art I; prehistoric through the renaissance, using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 111, Renaissance through 20th Century, may not use credit earned in KCAH 112 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • History of Graphic Design (3)

      KCAH 214

      A survey of important developments in the history of graphic design from the invention of alphabets to the digital age. Formerly KCAH 320.

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

    • Written Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 120

      Written Rhetoric provides students with practice in the art of writing well. Students who successfully complete the course will demonstrate competence in critical thought and expression and in the composition of expository prose. They will use writing both as a tool for discovery and communication, and they will shape their communication in response to audience and purpose. (Students who have earned credit for ENGL 150, English I, may not use credit earned in KCHU 120 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Oral Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 121

      Oral Rhetoric provides students with the skills and confidence needed to speak effectively in formal presentations. Course concentrations include the examination and practice of oral rhetoric, building on skills in common with Written Rhetoric. (Students who have earned credit for COMM 121, Fundamentals of Public Speaking, may not use credit earned in KCHU 121 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Advanced Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 320

      Advanced Rhetoric provides students with practice in analyzing, developing, and organizing various forms of persuasive discourse, including written, oral, and visual. Building on the skills developed in the two prerequisites, students apply their understanding of rhetorical concepts to the study of various social issues and cultural texts.

  • Studio Electives

    Studio Electives (15)

• Interactive Design

  • Supportive Studio

    • Design Drawing I (3)

      KCDS 142

      Freehand drawing using basic perspective principles and quick sketch techniques.

    • Design Drawing II (3)

      KCDS 143

      Advanced freehand drawing and sketching with the addition of color media.

    • Graphics Studio I (3)

      KCGD 112

      An introduction to the computer as a design tool using the industry standards in page layout and digital illustration software. File transport (PDF) and font management software will also be introduced.

    • Design and Color (3)

      KCGD 113

      An introduction to the visual and verbal vocabularies of design and color as they relate to graphic design. Formerly KCVC 113

    • Introduction to Graphic Design Communications (3)

      KCGD 120

      Focuses on the principles, elements, and working procedures of the design and visual presentation of communication pieces. Formerly KCVC 120

    • Typography I (3)

      KCGD 214

      An introduction to the fundamental aspects of typography. History, structure, form and appropriate application of type will be emphasized.

    • Typography II (3)

      KCGD 220

      Addresses complex communication problems that incorporate the use of type and type systems as visual and expressive devices. Formerly KCVC 220

  • Major Studio

    • Introduction to Digital Media (3)

      KCDM 230

      The study of fundamental design concepts and elements as they are applied to digital media. Formerly KCVC 230

    • Digital Sound Production (3)

      KCDM 231

      An introductory course focusing on the basics of digital music composition and creation as it relates to the digital media environment. Formerly KCVC 231

    • 3D Modeling (3)

      KCDM 232

      A computer course that focuses on the creation of three-dimensional objects ranging from commercial products and objects of art to architectural interiors and exteriors. Formerly KCVC 232

    • Authoring (3)

      KCDM 235

      In a cross-disciplinary environment, students will learn to create interactive works related to their major area of study for delivery via the Web and repurposed for CD and DVD. Formerly KCVC 235

    • Imaging for Digital Media (3)

      KCDM 242

      Focuses on the technical and creative processes associated with interactive imagery and CGI texture development. Formerly KCVC 230

    • Web Design I (3)

      KCDM 317

      Focuses on hand-coding HTML and applying HTML principles to create well designed Web pages. Formerly KCVC 317

    • Web Design II (3)

      KCDM 318

      Flash intermediate class including but not limited to: scrolling text and images; how to accept and modify user input; how to create text effects; how to build percentage preloaders; how to utilize video in Flash; how to achieve flash plug-in detection; and how to understand and utilize ActionScript. Formerly KCVC 318

    • Web Design III (3)

      KCDM 319

      Advanced Macromedia Flash course. Students will focus on flash programming, from the core fundamentals to the complex building process, including how to develop a strong project architecturally, how to develop a solid code structure, how to format/utilize external data and gain essential skills needed to execute a full dynamic-based Flash site and fully understand ActionScript. Formerly KCVC 319

    • Video (3)

      KCDM 345

      Focuses on the design and technical process of shooting digital video and computer-based editing. Students will be able to apply these techniques to their major area of study. Formerly KCVC 345

    • 3D Animation I (3)

      KCDM 355

      Focuses on computer-based animation techniques, concepts, and practices used in animating products, logos, and sequential storytelling. Formerly KCVC 355

    • Interactive Production (6)

      KCDM 446

      Working in a team-based environment, students will conceptualize and develop a project(s) for video, DVD/CD, and Internet output. Formerly KCVC 445

    • Digital Media Portfolio (6)

      KCDM 465

      Students will conceptualize, develop, and produce a final DVD portfolio and a personalized marketing strategy of print material. Formerly KCVC 465

  • Art History

    Art History Elective (3)

    • Western Art I: Prehistoric through the Renaissance (3)

      KCAH 111

      An overview of the Western Art tradition from prehistory through the Renaissance using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 110, Prehistoric through Middle Ages, may not use credit earned in KCAH 111 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Western Art II: Baroque to the Present (3)

      KCAH 112

      A survey of Western art from the Baroque to the present, this course will continue building upon the foundation of Western Art I; prehistoric through the renaissance, using a socio-cultural methodology in a chronological framework. (Students who have earned credit for ARTH 111, Renaissance through 20th Century, may not use credit earned in KCAH 112 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • History of Graphic Design (3)

      KCAH 214

      A survey of important developments in the history of graphic design from the invention of alphabets to the digital age. Formerly KCAH 320.

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences

    Science Elective (3)
    Math Elective (3)
    Humanities Elective (6)
    300/400 Humanities Elective (3)
    Social Science Elective (3)
    300/400 Social Science Elective (3)

    • Written Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 120

      Written Rhetoric provides students with practice in the art of writing well. Students who successfully complete the course will demonstrate competence in critical thought and expression and in the composition of expository prose. They will use writing both as a tool for discovery and communication, and they will shape their communication in response to audience and purpose. (Students who have earned credit for ENGL 150, English I, may not use credit earned in KCHU 120 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Oral Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 121

      Oral Rhetoric provides students with the skills and confidence needed to speak effectively in formal presentations. Course concentrations include the examination and practice of oral rhetoric, building on skills in common with Written Rhetoric. (Students who have earned credit for COMM 121, Fundamentals of Public Speaking, may not use credit earned in KCHU 121 to meet graduation requirements.)

    • Advanced Rhetoric (3)

      KCHU 320

      Advanced Rhetoric provides students with practice in analyzing, developing, and organizing various forms of persuasive discourse, including written, oral, and visual. Building on the skills developed in the two prerequisites, students apply their understanding of rhetorical concepts to the study of various social issues and cultural texts.

  • Studio Electives

    Studio Electives (15)

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