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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 | Marisa Mandler | HAR117 & ONLINE |  | |
| 33432D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 16 of 20 | China Adams | HAR117 & ONLINE | | |
| 33433D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 17 of 20 | Charla Elizabeth | HAR117 & ONLINE | | |
| 33434D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 17 of 20 | Phung Huynh | HAR117 & ONLINE | | |
| 33435D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 20 of 20 | Melanie Nakaue | 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 | 27 of 30 | Paul Donald,Jose Sanchez | WAH108 & ONLINE | | |
| 33797D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 27 of 30 | China Adams, Paul Donald | WAH108 & ONLINE | | |
| 33799D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 17 of 30 | Paul Donald,Ruben Ochoa | 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 | 24 of 30 | China Adams, Caroline Clerc | 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 | 16 of 18 | Jovi Schnell | WAH102A & ONLINE | | |
| 33844D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 18 of 18 | Karen Liebowitz | WAH118 & ONLINE | | |
| 33845D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 18 | Marisa Mandler | WAH102A & ONLINE | | |
| 33846D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 18 | Ruby Osorio | WAH102A & ONLINE | PDF (478648 KB) | |
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 | 25 of 25 | Charla Elizabeth | 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 | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 16 of 20 | Jason Ellenburg | WAH105 & ONLINE | | |
| 33437D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 14 of 20 | Osvaldo Trujillo | WAH105 & ONLINE | | |
| 33438D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 13 of 20 | Eric Junker | WAH105 & 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 | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tuesday | 12 of 20 | Ginamahre Fulton | ONLINE | | |
| 33440D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Thursday | 16 of 20 | Melanie Nakaue | ONLINE | | |
| 33441D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Wednesday | 17 of 20 | Eugene Ahn | ONLINE | | |
| 33442D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Monday | 14 of 20 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33449D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Thursday | 8 of 15 | Eugene Ahn | ONLINE | | |
| 33466D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Wednesday | 11 of 15 | Melanie Nakaue | ONLINE | | |
| 33467D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tuesday | 13 of 15 | Melanie Nakaue | ONLINE | |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33290D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 10 of 20 | Hector Torres | HAR112D & ONLINE | Word (160779 KB) | |
| 33446D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 18 of 20 | Alexis Zoto | HAR112D & 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 | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 18 of 20 | Eric Junker | HAR112D & ONLINE | | |
| 33448D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 20 of 20 | Peter Robbins | WAH105 & ONLINE | |
A workshop-based course that focuses on software applications in design and web design.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33450D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Thursday | 15 of 18 | Eugene Ahn | ONLINE | | |
| 33452D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tuesday | 13 of 18 | Jean Robison | ONLINE | | |
| 33451D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Monday | 11 of 18 | Eugene Ahn | 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 | 18 of 20 | Penny Collins | WAH102B & ONLINE | PDF (350898 KB) | |
| 33470D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 14 of 20 | Helene Reiner | WAH102B & ONLINE | |
Illustration techniques across the range of fine art, cartooning, street art, narrative arts, animation, scientific imaging, editorial cartooning and others. Digital and hybrid approaches.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 314.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33851D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Friday | 18 of 20 | Angie Wang | WAH118 & ONLINE | PDF (787682 KB) | |
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 | 39 of 50 | Brian O'Connell, Ginamahre Fulton | 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 | ONLINE | |
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 | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Wednesday | 19 of 20 | Marta Bernstein | ONLINE | Word (73993 KB) | |
| 33459D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Monday | 15 of 20 | Marta Bernstein | ONLINE | Word (73993 KB) | |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33464D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 5 of 20 | Peter Robbins | HAR112D & ONLINE | | |
| 33465D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 9 of 20 | Peter Robbins | HAR112D & 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 | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 10 | Alexis Zoto | 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 | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 16 of 20 | Antonio Bartolome | ONLINE | |
Students work on projects for outside clients, and receive instruction in professional practices, advanced design techniques, and sophisticated technology. By invitation or portfolio review only. Only open to upper division students.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33330D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Friday | 15 of 20 | Marshall Rake | WAH105 & 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 | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tuesday | 5 of 20 | Alexis Zoto | ONLINE | | |
| 33327D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Wednesday | 19 of 20 | Alexis Zoto | 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 | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Wednesday | 7 of 20 | Alexis Zoto | ONLINE | |
Selected topics of current interest.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Digital Tools: Exploring UX for Designers | ||||||||||
| 33329D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Thursday | 13 of 20 | Laurie Burruss | ONLINE | PDF (305296 KB) | |
An analytic seminar of topics, ideas and concepts in the contemporary design world.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33600D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-6:20pm | Thursday | 14 of 40 | Jason Ellenburg | ATM113B & 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 | 33 of 40 | April Greiman | ATM113B & ONLINE | |
Investigation of creative problems through various design media.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33602D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Thursday | 7 of 40 | Ewa Wojciak | OFFICE & ONLINE | | |
| 33603D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tuesday | 22 of 40 | Ewa Wojciak | ATM113B & ONLINE | | |
| 33609D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 7 of 40 | Laurie Burruss | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
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 | 16 of 40 | Laurie Burruss | ATM113B & ONLINE | PDF (243439 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 | 1 of 40 | Ewa Wojciak | OFFICE | |
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 | 4 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 | 0 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 | Tuesday | 15 of 40 | Jason Ellenburg | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
Credit on acceptance of 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 | Tuesday | 6 of 40 | Jason Ellenburg | OFFICE & ONLINE | |
Credit upon acceptance of master's thesis.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33322D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 4 of 40 | Ewa Wojciak | OFFICE | |