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Design (DES)
- The Roski School of Art and Design wants to accommodate as many majors, minors, and non-majors as possible in its classes. For departmental clearances, please read and follow the d-clearance directions found in the Student Resources section of the Roski website: roski.usc.edu/resources/student. Remember, a section of a course only requires D-clearance if there is a "D" following the section number. A section with an "R" following the section number does not require D-clearance.
Introduction to the basic elements and processes of visual communication and design. Instruction includes studio projects, lectures and readings. Various media used.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33431D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 20 | Alice Fung | HAR117 & ONLINE |   | |
| 33432D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 8 of 20 | Alexis Zoto | HAR117 & ONLINE | | |
| 33433D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 19 of 20 | Charla Elizabeth | HAR117 & ONLINE | PDF (765034 KB) | |
| 33434D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 7 of 20 | Alice Fung | HAR117 & ONLINE | | |
| 33435D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 20 of 20 | China Adams | HAR117 & ONLINE | |
Introduction to the fundamental elements in art making, design creation and thinking, including key principles of process and critical analysis.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 105.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33796D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 24 of 30 | Sherin Guirguis,Ruben Ochoa | WAH108 & ONLINE |  | |
| 33799D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 25 of 30 | China Adams, Paul Donald | WAH108 & ONLINE | |
Introduction to the fundamental elements in art making, design creation and thinking, including the key principles of process and critical analysis.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 106.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33798D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 22 of 30 | China Adams, Dulce Ibarra | WAH118 & ONLINE | |
An introduction to drawing, both skill and perception oriented, as the basic tool for all the visual arts and design.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 110.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33843D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Karen Liebowitz | WAH118 & ONLINE | | |
| 33844D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 10 of 18 | Ruth Weisberg | WAH102A & ONLINE | | |
| 33845D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 16 of 18 | Marisa Mandler | WAH102A & ONLINE | | |
| 33846D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 17 of 18 | Robert Alderette | WAH102A & ONLINE | |
An overview of the creative design process and introduction to techniques to solve visual problems.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33428D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Tue, Thu | 16 of 25 | Sherin Guirguis,Caixi Song | WAH118 & ONLINE | |
Exploration of essential elements of traditional and digital design, including color and image-text integration, editing information, typography and sequencing.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33436D | 060 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 19 of 20 | Osvaldo Trujillo | ONLINE | | |
| 33437D | 060 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 9 of 20 | Osvaldo Trujillo | ONLINE | | |
| 33438D | 060 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 19 of 20 | Eric Junker | ONLINE | |
Exploration of the processes of germination, ideation and application/execution in design integrated with computer usage.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33439D | 060 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tuesday | 15 of 15 | Andrew Kutchera | ONLINE | | |
| 33440D | 060 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Thursday | 15 of 15 | Jean Robison | ONLINE | | |
| 33441D | 060 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Wednesday | 17 of 18 | Caixi Song | ONLINE | | |
| 33442D | 060 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Monday | 15 of 15 | Eugene Ahn | ONLINE | |
3D digital modeling, rendering, digital capture and production methods for product, package and environmental design.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33466D | 060 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Wednesday | 15 of 15 | Domenic Piturro | ONLINE | PDF (326929 KB) | |
| 33467D | 060 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tuesday | 16 of 16 | Domenic Piturro | ONLINE | PDF (326929 KB) | |
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.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33446D | 060 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 15 of 20 | Alexis Zoto | ONLINE | |
Advanced exploration of typography and image-text integration, including collaborative projects, pre-press and proofing techniques, narrative concepts and information architecture.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33447D | 060 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 19 of 20 | Eric Junker | ONLINE | | |
| 33448D | 060 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 7 of 20 | Osvaldo Trujillo | ONLINE | |
An intensive studio and lecture course focusing on the applications of graphic design in fashion and related fields.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33469D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 10 of 20 | Helene Reiner | WAH102B & ONLINE | | |
| 33470D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 14 of 20 | Helene Reiner | WAH102B & ONLINE | |
Application of layout, typography, design principles and image making in the design and production of books, magazines, zines and digital books.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33468D | 060 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Mon, Wed | 20 of 20 | Jason Ellenburg | ONLINE | |
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.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33455D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 52 of 55 | Jason Ellenburg,Haven Lin-Kirk | HAR101 & ONLINE | |
A continuation of DES 230 to produce finished models and prototypes of package, product and environmentally-based designs in actual and virtual space.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33289D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | Canceled | Alice Fung | |
The study of visual communication through the use of letterforms from historical tradition to contemporary experimental rebellion.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33458D | 060 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Wednesday | 20 of 20 | Eric Junker | ONLINE | | |
| 33459D | 060 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Monday | 17 of 20 | Peter Robbins | ONLINE | |
Advanced information design within a flexible curriculum. Emphasis on team-oriented projects.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33461D | 060 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 25 of 25 | Jason Ellenburg | ONLINE | |
A summation of one's practice, with a focus on transitioning to a career as a professional designer.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 402 or FADN 402)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33465D | 060 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 13 of 20 | Peter Robbins | ONLINE | |
Independent research of specific topics under the direction of a faculty member. Administrative and faculty approval required.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33788D | 060 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 10 | Jason Ellenburg | ONLINE | |
An experiential/academic opportunity in a museum, gallery, community cultural center or related facility. Lectures, seminars, written analysis and working internship.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 419.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33794D | 060 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 18 of 20 | Antonio Bartolome | ONLINE | |
Research and writing of a senior-level thesis or thesis project under the supervision of a faculty committee.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Design
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33326D | 060 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tuesday | 16 of 20 | Brian O'Connell | ONLINE | | |
| 33327D | 060 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Wednesday | 15 of 20 | Brian O'Connell | ONLINE | |
Research and writing of a senior-level thesis or thesis project under the supervision of a faculty committee.
- Prerequisite: DES 494A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Design
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33325D | 060 | Lecture | TBA | Wednesday | 0 of 20 | Jason Ellenburg | ONLINE | |
Professional practice of design featuring formal presentations by visiting designers.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33601D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:10pm | Tue, Thu | 34 of 40 | April Greiman | ATM113B & ONLINE | PDF (328171 KB) | |
A critical examination and application of the issues, theories, and ideas that support the studio practice and teaching of contemporary design.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33605D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-5:20pm | Friday | 18 of 40 | Laurie Burruss | ATM113B & ONLINE | PDF (266547 KB) | |
A preparatory workshop to prepare students advancing to candidacy.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33604D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Tuesday | 0 of 40 | Ewa Wojciak | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33606D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Tuesday | 5 of 40 | Ewa Wojciak | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
Supervised internship in a design firm, or with an independent designer, on projects and research specific to design practice.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33607D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 40 | Ewa Wojciak | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
Credit on acceptance of thesis.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33324D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Thursday | 14 of 40 | Brian O'Connell | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
Master's thesis
- Prerequisite: DES 594A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33323D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Thursday | 2 of 40 | Brian O'Connell | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
Selected topics in the various specialty areas within design at the graduate level. Topic will vary from semester to semester.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design and Motion: Visual Effects, Compositing, and Projection Mapping for Design | ||||||||||
| 33608D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 12:00-2:50pm | Thursday | 12 of 30 | Ewa Wojciak | ATM113B & ONLINE | | |