This Sample Program Pathway is designed to provide an example of course selections in a term by term sequence. Please see an Academic Advisor for a plan specific to your academic needs.
Description: This course introduces students to the planning and development of interactive media, with a special emphasis on web design.
Notes: Fall only.
Term hours subtotal:
10
Description: Students are introduced to the fundamental principles and elements of design, through the application of critical and creative thinking skills, messaging, and storytelling; understanding of social and cultural context, human behavior, color, typography, image and modeling, resulting in traditional and digital conceptualization of visual communication projects. Two classroom, four lab hours per week.
Description: This course is an introduction to web design. Students will learn how to evaluate and develop quality websites by applying various web concepts. Students will learn how to use software to design and develop websites.
Notes: Spring only. Prerequisite: VIS 1140, VIS 1310, and CIS 1350
Prerequisites: VIS 1140 and VIS 1310 and CIS 1350
Description: The course will explore fundamental concepts in human-computer interaction (HCI) theory and usability and learn about various cutting-edge technologies to measure digital media environment design effectiveness. The coursework will allow students to learn to pay specific attention to user expectations and how they drive user behavior. The course's primary outcome is the design and management of usability study, then reporting that study's results.
Notes: Spring Only. Prerequisite: VIS 1140
Prerequisites: VIS 1140 and VIS 1310
Term hours subtotal:
12