DESN 123 Design Studio

3 credits 90.0 hours
100 level undergraduate course

Designers synthesize message, meaning, audience, and form to create effective visual solutions. Students will build on principles learned in Design Process, Theory and Communication and broaden their perspective with projects that examine scientific, social, cultural, historical, and political topics. They will learn the fundamentals of typography, further develop their skills in using form, structure, and color, and be introduced to concepts of marketing, business, and professional practice. Coursework will strengthen habits of mind, including effective time management and project planning, as well as technology use, presentation, and collaborative skills. This course is structured to promote the interaction between design majors, encourage cross-disciplinary activity, and showcase professional possibilities in the Freshman Design Forum.

Prerequisites DESN*114

Priority enrollment to School of Design majors.
This course is not repeatable for credit.