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Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation (ACAD)
- ACAD courses numbered 174-182, and ACAD-275 are open to Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation majors only. Students may contact us at iovine-young@usc.edu. ACAD courses numbered 174-181, and ACAD-276 are open to Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation majors only. Students may contact us at iovine-young@usc.edu or visit our website at iovine-young.usc.edu/
A lecture series featuring global leaders and innovators from diverse disciplines, businesses, industries, and the arts present problem-based, real-world experiences that challenge the concept of innovation. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10200D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-5:50pm | Monday | 22 of 22 | Doug Thomas, Osvaldo Trujillo | SKS404 |  |
Global leaders and innovators from diverse disciplines, businesses, industries, and the arts assign and discuss problem-based, real-world projects that challenge the concept of innovation. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10201D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:20pm | Monday | 22 of 22 | Doug Thomas, Osvaldo Trujillo | SKS404 |  |
Basic techniques, methods, concepts, tools, and materials that are used to quickly communicate ideas and concepts in a visual manner. Recommended preparation: Photoshop; iPad and/or laptop skills; iPad drawing apps such as Sketchbook or iDraw.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10202D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tue, Thu | 22 of 22 | Osvaldo Trujillo | SKS404 | |
Eight-week session covering the basics of industry-standard creative, analytical and presentation software. Applications include: design. presentation, publishing and business management. Open only to Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation students.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation,
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10203D | 648 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | 22 of 22 | Stephen Child | SKS404 | |
Eight-week course covering the basics of industry-standard digital video and motion graphics software used for visual effects, non-linear video production and editing. Open only to Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation students.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation,
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10204D | 644 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled | |
An eight-week course covering the basics of industry-standard hardware and software used for designing, creating, processing, and distributing sound and audio.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10206D | 644 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | 22 of 22 | Brian Shepard | SKS404 | |
Critical approaches to social and cultural changes stemming from disruptive innovations in the arts, science, technology, communications, new media, politics and business. Open only to Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation students.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation,
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: This course carries GE credit but it is intended for a specific group of students rather than a general student audience. Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation majors can obtain D-clearance through the department.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10207D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:40pm | Mon, Wed | 22 of 22 | Andrea Belz | SKS404 |  |
An in-depth study of sound, acoustics, psychoacoustics, and the standard components of the audio signal chain, including microphones, mixers, interfaces, signal processors, amplifiers, loudspeakers, and audio-distribution systems. Recommended preparation: ACAD 180.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10215R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 9 of 12 | Brian Shepard | SKS401 |  |
The physics of mechanics and motion is integrated with differential and integral calculus. The concepts are linked through a computational, problem-solving, methodology.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10216R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 6 of 12 | Michael Crowley | SKS401 | |
Examines cultural institutions, ideologies, artifacts, and productions; role of culture in everyday life; cultural studies as methodology; culture and power.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the COMM department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in COMM 206.
- Note: Register for lecture and one discussion
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20388D | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 105 of 148 | Alison Trope | ANNL105A | PDF (126970 KB) | |
| 20389D | 001 | Discussion | 8:00-8:50am | Monday | 5 of 25 | Wei Wang | ANN305 | | |
| 20391D | 001 | Discussion | 9:00-9:50am | Monday | 19 of 25 | Raffi Sarkissian | ANN305 | | |
| 20392D | 001 | Discussion | 10:00-10:50am | Monday | 23 of 25 | Rogelio Lopez | ANN309 | | |
| 20393D | 001 | Discussion | 10:00-10:50am | Monday | 10 of 25 | Raffi Sarkissian | ANN305 | | |
| 20394D | 001 | Discussion | 11:00-11:50am | Monday | 23 of 25 | Katharine Miltner | ANN305 | | |
| 20395D | 001 | Discussion | 11:00-11:50am | Monday | 25 of 25 | Rogelio Lopez | ANN309 | |
Introduction to the study of 3-D Design. Includes a wide investigation of materials, tools, and techniques specific to dimensional design as they apply to package, product, and environmental design. Prerequisites: ACAD 176 or FADN 102.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (FADN 102 or ACAD 176)
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the FADN department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in FADN 230.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33331D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 18 | Alice Fung | HAR112D | |
Accelerated introduction to object-oriented programming using Java. Foundations of mobile application development using open-source operating systems such as Android. Prerequisite: ACAD 275. Open only to Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation majors.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (ACAD 275 or ITP 204)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation,
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10210D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 22 of 31 | Robert Parke | SKS404 | PDF (727317 KB) | |
Fundamental theory and technologies for creating dynamic, database-driven Web sites; Structured Query Language. Prerequisite: ITP 104. Recommended preparation: ITP 204x.
- Prerequisite: ITP 104
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the ITP department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in ITP 300.
- Note: Please note that 32054 is the beginner section and 31908 and 32031 are the intermediate sections.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32054R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 21 of 40 | Dung Nguyen | OHE540 | PDF (154825 KB) | |
| 31908R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 20 of 27 | Dung Nguyen | KAP267 | | |
| 32031R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-4:50pm | Monday | Canceled | Michael Crowley | PDF (154309 KB) | |
A workshop-based course that focuses on software applications in design and web design. Prerequisites: ACAD 177 or FADN 203.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (FADN 203 or ACAD 177)
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the FADN department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in FADN 303.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33327D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-1:20pm | Mon, Wed | 16 of 18 | Aaron Siegel | HAR112D | | |
| 33333D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 6:00-7:20pm | Mon, Wed | 14 of 15 | Jeffrey Cain | WAH6 | | |
| 33335D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-1:20pm | Tue, Thu | 17 of 19 | Ian Besler | HAR112D | | |
| 33432D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:20am | Friday | Canceled | |
Introduction to tools and methods for the design, production, and delivery of goods and services. Techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling complex projects. Not available for degree or major credit for business and accounting majors. Duplicates credit in BUAD 311 and BUAD 311T.
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following major(s): Accounting, Business Administration (Cinematic Arts), Business Administration (International Relations), Business Administration, Business Administration, Computer Science/Business Administration, International Exchange Program (undergraduate), International Exchange Program (undergraduate)
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the BUAD department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in BUAD 315.
- Note: "BUAD 315x is for non-business students only. If you are majoring in business at USC or elsewhere, you are not allowed to register."
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14978R | 431 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Tue, Thu | 28 of 40 | Hiroshi Ochiumi | HOH303 | |
A comprehensive study of visual communication focusing on graphic design from 1900 to the present. An introduction to design thinking, language and principles including political and cultural implications.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the FADN department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in FADN 323.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33266D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 24 of 30 | Sherin Guirguis | HAR117 | | |
| 33329D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 41 of 45 | Haven Lin-Kirk | HAR101 | |
A continuation of FADN 230 to produce finished models and prototypes of package, product and environmentally-based designs in actual and virtual space. Prerequisites: FADN 230.
- Prerequisite: FADN 230
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the FADN department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in FADN 330.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33289D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 20 | Jeffrey Cain | HAR112D | |
The study of visual communication through the use of letterforms from historical tradition to contemporary experimental rebellion. Duplicates credit in the former FA 332a.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the FADN department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in FADN 332a.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33214D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-4:50pm | Friday | 16 of 20 | Brian O'Connell | HAR117 | | |
| 33326D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 18 of 20 | Joseph Potts | WAH105 | |
The study of visual communication through the use of letterforms from historical tradition to contemporary experimental rebellion. Duplicates credit in the former FA 332b.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (FA 332a or FADN 332a)
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the FADN department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in FADN 332b.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33215D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-4:50pm | Friday | 12 of 20 | Andrew Byrom | WAH105 | PDF (52161 KB) | |
Develop applications for mobile devices such as iPhones and iPads (iOS) and other smart phones (Android). Build a mobile application from start to finish. Prerequisites: CSCI 104 or ITP 365x or ITP 367x.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (CSCI 104 or ITP 365 or ITP 367)
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the ITP department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in ITP 342.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31890R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 66 of 68 | Trina Gregory | KAP160 | PDF (202764 KB) | |
Students explore the theoretical and practical issues involved in designing effective media and communication projects for social change in international contexts.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the COMM department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in COMM 366.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20567D | 001 | Lecture | 9:30-10:50am | Tue, Thu | 21 of 25 | Kjerstin Thorson, Alison Trope | ANNL101 | | |
| 20991D | 914 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 12 of 20 | Sabrina Chong, Lisa Robinson | OFF CAMPUS | |
Oral and written communication skills demanded in the workplace including informative and persuasive speeches; interviewing; team communication; and training material preparation. Recommended preparation: COMM 204
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the COMM department but may qualify for major credit in ACAD. To register, enroll in COMM 375.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20576D | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Doug Thomas | ANNL115 | | |
| 20577D | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 16 of 18 | Paula Patnoe-Woodley | ANN409ABC | PDF (215111 KB) | |
| 20578D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Jillian Pierson | ANN409ABC | PDF (212690 KB) | |
An experiential/academic opportunity in an arts, technology and business related facility. Written analysis, evaluation, and working internship. Open to upper division Academy majors.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10217D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 31 | Brian Shepard | OFFICE | |
Comprehensive exploration of particular aspects of art, technology and the business of innovation.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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| 10218D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 10:00-11:40am | Friday | 19 of 19 | Brian Shepard | | ||