Graphic Design (GRDP)

GRDP1021 | Typography Studio | Lecture/Studio (5 Credits)

Typography Studio introduces the tools, techniques, and principles of form and type through hand and digital methods. Emphasis is placed on typography principles, technological agility, and type as visual language. Communicate design intent through appropriate use of type across a variety of design solutions.

GRDP1502 | Digital Surface Design | Seminar (1 Credit)

Introduction to the tools, techniques and uses of digital surface design. Explore digital illustration and pattern making with emphasis on enhancing the visual appearance of surfaces.

GRDP1504 | EGD | Seminar (1 Credit)

Explore the application of Environmental Graphic Design concepts in 3-dimensional spaces, including way-finding, place-making and branded environments. Emphasis on ADA compliance and human-centered interaction.

GRDP2011 | Display Studio | Lecture/Studio (5 Credits)

Display Studio explores structural packaging and display for a visual merchandising project in a retail setting. Emphasis is placed on addressing the client and audience needs, communicating brand expression, and human-scaled design. Develop effective and interactive design solutions through research and prototyping.

GRDP2012 | Design Systems | Lecture (3 Credits)

Design Systems explores the creation of effective visual solutions for legibility, clarity, and ease of use. Learning focused on graphic wayfinding components, cohesiveness, consistency and scalability.

GRDP2021 | Expo Studio | Lecture/Studio (5 Credits)

Expo Studio explores systematic approaches to the design and development of a publication, exhibit, and related visual identity system. Emphasis is placed on key deliverables in publication and production, marketing, wayfinding, and structural display. Gain effective collaborative skills from design concepts to design solutions.

GRDP2022 | Multimedia | Lecture (3 Credits)

Multimedia explores the tools, concepts and production methods needed to create engaging design narratives. Learning focused on the meaning, messaging, typography, image, and time-based motion communication.