Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(Cross-listed with ART 3260).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Studio 6.
Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: ART 3230/SCIVZ 3230, or permission of the instructor
An introduction to digital illustration software. Application of painting, drawing, and image-making techniques using vector and raster-based programs.
(Cross-listed with ART 3350).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Studio 6.
Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: ART 3260/SCIVZ 3260
Introduction to storyboarding, storytelling planning and visualization, and animation for dynamic science processes, concepts, and form with emphasis on instructional design, scientific accuracy, audience engagement, didactic quality, and effective science communication. Story-building from concept to final 2D animation.
(Typically Offered: Fall)
(Cross-listed with ART 3370).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Studio 6.
Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: ART 3270/SCIVZ 3270 and ART 3350/SCIVZ 3350
Rendering techniques applied to different types of biological and scientific subjects emphasizing communication. The use of traditional and digital media. Term project required.
(Typically Offered: Spring)
Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: ART 2300 or permission of instructor
A combination seminar and field trip course emphasizing nature interpretation, field sketching techniques, and preparation of a final illustration based on field experience.
(Typically Offered: Spring, Summer)
Credits: Required.
Prereq: Junior standing or Permission of Instructor
Required of all cooperative education students. Students must register for these courses prior to commencing each work period.
(Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)
(Cross-listed with ART 4060).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Studio 6.
Repeatable, maximum of 2 times.
Introduction to organic 3D model creation in ZBrush. Digital clay sculpting informed by traditional techniques. 3D printing pipeline. Emphasis on science research and visual design thinking for science communication. Some experience with other 3D modeling software beneficial, but not required. (Typically Offered: Spring)
Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 3 credits.
Prereq: Instructor Permission for Course
Credits: 2. Repeatable.
Prereq: ART 3270/SCIVZ 3270
Portfolio and professional preparation including identity package development, writing and speaking. Career-readiness, professional practice, leadership, networking, exploring research subfields within scientific visualization. Creating print and digital visual materials, learning approaches for entering the field, and developing business practice skills. Final portfolio materials presented at the end of the term.
(Typically Offered: Spring)
Credits: 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: Instructor Permission for Course
Intensive exploration of illustration techniques in a studio or field setting.
Credits: 1-6. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
Prereq: Instructor Permission for Course
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.