Biological/Pre-Medical Illustration (BPM I)

(Cross-listed with ARTIS). (0-6) Cr. 3. Repeatable.

Prereq: DSN S 131, ARTIS 230, or equivalent, and 3 credits in biological sciences; or permission of the instructor
Studio basics and professional techniques in black & white, continuous tone, and color. Introduction to professional practice and principles of communicating science through art. Emphasis on tools, materials, and rendering.

(Cross-listed with ARTIS). (0-6) Cr. 3. Repeatable.

Prereq: ARTIS 323 or BPM I 323 or Permission of Instructor
An introduction to digital illustration software. Application of painting, drawing and image making techniques using vector and raster based programs.

(Cross-listed with ARTIS). (0-6) Cr. 3.

Prereq: ARTIS 326 or BPM I 326 or Permission of Instructor
Investigation of illustration as a form of communication. Emphasis on problem solving, effective composition, and advancement of rendering skills.

(Cross-listed with ARTIS). (0-6) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. S.

Prereq: ARTIS 327
Rendering techniques applied to different types of biological and scientific subjects emphasizing communication. The use of traditional and digital media. Term project required.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. S.SS.

Prereq: ARTIS 230 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.

Cr. R. F.S.SS.

Prereq: Junior classification; Permission of Instructor
Required of all cooperative education students. Students must register for these courses prior to commencing each work period.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 3 credits.

Prereq: Permission of Instructor

Cr. 2. S.

Prereq: (BPM I 337; Junior or Senior classification) or Permission of Instructor
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.

Cr. 1-3. Repeatable.

Prereq: Permission of Instructor
Intensive exploration of illustration techniques in a studio or field setting.

Cr. 1-6. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.

Prereq: BPM I major; Junior or Senior classification; Permission of Instructor
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.