Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design

Bachelor of Science in Comprehensive Design

Students on Summer 2023, Fall 2023, or Spring 2024 requirements CMPDSGNBS

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Requirements

The major requires at least 42 credit hours (57 with the Addenda requirements), including the requirements listed below.

Introductory Course. One (1) course:
- SOAD-A 100 Pathways: Introduction to Art, Design and Merchandising
SOAD-A 100 Pathways: Introduction to Art, Design and Merchandising
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Explores the fields of art, design, and merchandising within the contemporary landscape of creating and making. Identifies where these disciplines have mutually reinforcing values and opportunities for interdisciplinary study. Provides a common experience for art, design and merchandising students.
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Comprehensive Design Sequence.
1. Creative Core: 3D Design. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-A 103 Creative Core: 3D Design
  SOAD-A 103 Creative Core: 3D Design
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Volume, space, material, and physical force studies provide the basis for exploration of three-dimensional form; includes carving, construction, modeling, and casting using wood, plaster, Styrofoam, clay, etc.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of FINA-F 101 or SOAD-A 103.
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2. Digital 3D Modeling. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-C 180 Digital 3D Modeling for Comprehensive Design
  SOAD-C 180 Digital 3D Modeling for Comprehensive Design
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Focuses on graphic communication and 3D modeling abilities. Provides foundation in presentation drawings and computer-aided design (CAD) skills necessary for professional practice in the design sector. Utilizes Rhino, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Twinmotion.
3. Introduction to Comprehensive Design. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-C 280 Introduction to Comprehensive Design
  SOAD-C 280 Introduction to Comprehensive Design
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-A 103, SOAD-A 104, or consent of instructor
  Description
  Focuses on skill building across the spectrum of modalities: drawing, physical model building, and 3D modeling. Uses human-centered design strategies to explore how human perceptions and activities affect design decisions.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of AMID-C 280 or SOAD-C 280.
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4. Management in Comprehensive Design. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-C 281 Project Management for Comprehensive Design
  SOAD-C 281 Project Management for Comprehensive Design
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-C 280
  Description
  Covers key components of the management and execution of a creative project. Focuses on scope management, project time management, and communications.
5. Issues in Comprehensive Design. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-C 380 Topical Issues in Comprehensive Design
  SOAD-C 380 Topical Issues in Comprehensive Design
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-C 280; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Focuses on the combination of empathy, creativity, and rationality needed to understand the context of a problem and develop solutions that fit the particular context.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 8 credit hours in AMID-C 380 and SOAD-C 380.
6. Design Practice. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-W 200 Design Practice
  SOAD-W 200 Design Practice
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-A 103; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Gain a working understanding of methods for thinking about problems and solutions through a human-centered approach. Explore the entire design process, including problem scoping, defining, researching, modeling, prototyping, producing, and testing, resulting in viable human-centered, transparent, and imaginative solutions.
7. Design Research, Methods, and Process. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-W 250 Design Research, Methods, and Process
  SOAD-W 250 Design Research, Methods, and Process
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-W 200; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Introduction to fundamental approaches to design research, methods for exploring design situations, and the generation and application of design insights processes. Create a series of visual/textual artifacts that will help analyze and generate design for key moments in human-information interaction.
8. Design in Context and Culture. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-W 300 Design in Context and Culture
  SOAD-W 300 Design in Context and Culture
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-W 250; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Explore the relationships between design, context, and culture. Based on user research, create a series of cultural and context-based artifacts that will help analyze and design strategies and specific experiences within a design.
9. Design of Systems. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-W 350 Design of Systems
  SOAD-W 350 Design of Systems
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-W 300; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Explores "systems thinking" for designers. People are the center of the systems we create when we develop new designs. The digital and physical spaces that we design and inhabit are rapidly accelerating in complexity. This course introduces systems-level approaches to design.
Capstone.
1. Design Capstone: Research, Development & Studio Project. One (1) course:
  - SOAD-W 400 Design Capstone
  SOAD-W 400 Design Capstone
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SOAD-W 350, SOAD-C 480, SOAD-C 481, or consent of instructor
  Description
  Capstone in the design studio sequence. Students will demonstrate a complete understanding of project production, development of an integrated design solution, and creation of an expressive and innovative solution that mediates existing conditions.
Focal Area. One (1) of the following Focal Areas:
- Environmental Design Focal Area.
  1. Collaborative Design. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-C 381 Topical Issues in Collaborative Design (Approved topics: "ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN" (TPC 1))
    SOAD-C 381 Topical Issues in Collaborative Design
    
    Credits
    1–4 credit hours
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-C 380; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Employs design thinking strategies to understand challenges facing a community partner. The class will then focus on a co-design participatory approach, with project partners to offer solutions to the project. Classes may partner with regional organizations and companies.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 8 credit hours in AMID-C 381 and SOAD-C 381.
  2. Problems in Comprehensive Design. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-C 480 Special Problems in Comprehensive Design (Approved topics: "ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN" (TPC 5))
    SOAD-C 480 Special Problems in Comprehensive Design
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-C 381; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Leverages a unique combination of design thinking and strategic planning to design, prototype and test solutions to real problems faced by communities, businesses, individuals, and organizations. Provides opportunity to act as a consultant for a real client to design and propose a strategic plan, implement accepted plans, and evaluate the impact of the solution.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credit hours in AMID-C 480 and SOAD-C 480.
  3. Intensive Seminar in Comprehensive Design. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-C 481 Intensive Seminar in Comprehensive Design (Approved topics: "ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN" (TPC 1))
    SOAD-C 481 Intensive Seminar in Comprehensive Design
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-C 380; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Provides opportunities to engage in the research, testing, and prototyping required for larger scale projects. Completed projects may range from public art to installations to furniture design. Includes discussions of materiality, fabrication, form, use, and structure as part of design and fabrication.
  4. Elective. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-D 264 Digital Architectural Drawing
    - SOAD-D 303 Green Building Concepts and Technologies
    - SOAD-D 323 Design History III
    - SOAD-D 360 Building Detailing and Systems
    - SOAD-D 394 Advanced Digital Architectural Drawing
    SOAD-D 264 Digital Architectural Drawing
    
    Credits
    3–4 credit hours
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Basic 2D and 3D drawing and modeling skills for professional practice of interior architectural design using professional, industry standard software: document and database generation, computer-aided drafting, modeling and design.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of AMID-D 264 or SOAD-D 264.
    SOAD-D 303 Green Building Concepts and Technologies
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Examines topics related to green building design and technologies, including sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy efficiency, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality, and LEED Exam preparation.
    
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    SOAD-D 323 Design History III
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Survey of design history from the twentieth century to the present with emphasis on architecture, interiors, furniture, material culture, decorative arts, and art. Introduction to culturally appropriate frameworks for understanding design and designed objects.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of SOAD-D 323 or SOAD-D 268.
    
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    SOAD-D 360 Building Detailing and Systems
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-D 272
    Notes
    Course fee required
    Description
    Survey of sustainability and building systems related to thermal comfort, well-being, acoustics, electrical and communication systems, and water and waste systems. Develops a basic understanding of systems, specifications, and details.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of SOAD-D 360 or SOAD-D 302.
    
    SOAD-D 394 Advanced Digital Architectural Drawing
    
    Credits
    3–4 credit hours
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    Course fee required
    Description
    Advanced CAD visualization for professional design practice: three-dimensional modeling and visualization, image processing, animation, and multimedia presentation.
- Object and Product Design Focal Area.
  1. Collaborative Design. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-C 381 Topical Issues in Collaborative Design (Approved topics: "PRODUCT/FURNITURE DESIGN" (TPC 2))
    SOAD-C 381 Topical Issues in Collaborative Design
    
    Credits
    1–4 credit hours
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-C 380; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Employs design thinking strategies to understand challenges facing a community partner. The class will then focus on a co-design participatory approach, with project partners to offer solutions to the project. Classes may partner with regional organizations and companies.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 8 credit hours in AMID-C 381 and SOAD-C 381.
  2. Problems in Comprehensive Design. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-C 480 Special Problems in Comprehensive Design (Approved topics: "PRODUCT/FURNITURE DESIGN" (TPC 6))
    SOAD-C 480 Special Problems in Comprehensive Design
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-C 381; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Leverages a unique combination of design thinking and strategic planning to design, prototype and test solutions to real problems faced by communities, businesses, individuals, and organizations. Provides opportunity to act as a consultant for a real client to design and propose a strategic plan, implement accepted plans, and evaluate the impact of the solution.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credit hours in AMID-C 480 and SOAD-C 480.
  3. Intensive Seminar in Comprehensive Design. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-C 481 Intensive Seminar in Comprehensive Design (Approved topics: "PRODUCT/FURNITURE DESIGN" (TPC 2))
    SOAD-C 481 Intensive Seminar in Comprehensive Design
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-C 380; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Provides opportunities to engage in the research, testing, and prototyping required for larger scale projects. Completed projects may range from public art to installations to furniture design. Includes discussions of materiality, fabrication, form, use, and structure as part of design and fabrication.
  4. Elective. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-D 323 Design History III
    - SOAD-D 394 Advanced Digital Architectural Drawing
    - SOAD-S 320 Fibers II
    - SOAD-S 360 Ceramics II
    - SOAD-S 370 Sculpture II
    - SOAD-S 380 Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design II
    SOAD-D 323 Design History III
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Survey of design history from the twentieth century to the present with emphasis on architecture, interiors, furniture, material culture, decorative arts, and art. Introduction to culturally appropriate frameworks for understanding design and designed objects.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of SOAD-D 323 or SOAD-D 268.
    
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    SOAD-D 394 Advanced Digital Architectural Drawing
    
    Credits
    3–4 credit hours
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    Course fee required
    Description
    Advanced CAD visualization for professional design practice: three-dimensional modeling and visualization, image processing, animation, and multimedia presentation.
    SOAD-S 320 Fibers II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-A 101, SOAD-A 102, or SOAD-A 103; and SOAD-F 203 or SOAD-S 220; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Expands students' technical, creative, and critical abilities when working with fibers and textile-related materials, processes, and concepts. Rotating semester topics include advanced dyeing, repeat-pattern design and screenprinting, weaving, soft sculpture, performance, wearables, and installation.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours in SOAD-S 320.
    
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    SOAD-S 360 Ceramics II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-S 260 or FINA-S 260; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Intermediate level practice in ceramic forming and glazing techniques, surface decoration and kiln firing. Instruction through lecture, demonstration, and group critiques. May have varied topical content based on instructor and semester.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in FINA-S 361 and SOAD-S 360.
    
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    SOAD-S 370 Sculpture II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-A 101, SOAD-A 102, or SOAD-A 103; and SOAD-S 270; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Development of skills in both traditional and contemporary sculpture methodology. Rotating semester topics may include figurative sculpture, carving, casting, steel/wood construction, computer- aided machining and rapid prototyping, installation art, performance art and public art. Emphasis on the exploration of ideas through the sculptural form and knowledge of materials and historical traditions.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
    
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    SOAD-S 380 Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    SOAD-A 101, SOAD-A 102, or SOAD-A 103; and SOAD-S 280 or FINA-S 280; or consent of instructor
    Description
    Extensive designing and model making for exploring forms and ideas in metal and mixed media, either as jewelry or hollowware objects such as flatware, tea strainers/infusers, boxes, or small-scale sculpture. Focuses on the techniques of angle raising, forging, stone setting, jewelry mechanisms, and hinge making.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in FINA-S 381 and SOAD-S 380.
    
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Addenda Requirements*.
1. Mathematics. One (1) course:
  - MATH-D 117 Introduction to Finite Mathematics II
  - MATH-J 113 Introduction to Calculus with Applications
  - MATH-M 106
  - MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
  - MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
  - MATH-M 211 Calculus I
  - MATH-M 213
  - MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
  - MATH-S 211
  - MATH-V 118 Finite Mathematics with Applications (Approved topics: "FINITE & CONSUMER MATHEMATICS" (TPC 2); "FINITE MATH FOR SOCIAL & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES" (TPC 1); "FINITE MATH IN ACTION" (TPC 3))
  - MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I (Approved topics: "BRIEF CALCULUS FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES" (TPC 1))
  MATH-D 117 Introduction to Finite Mathematics II
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  MATH-D 116 or consent of the department
  Notes
  MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 is a two-course sequence
  Description
  Topics for the course are taken from MATH-M 118. Credit for the College of Arts and Sciences Foundations requirement in Mathematical Modeling or the College's N&M Breadth of Inquiry requirement will be given only upon completion of both MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 with a passing grade.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
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  MATH-J 113 Introduction to Calculus with Applications
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  MATH-J 112 with a grade of C- or higher; or consent of department
  Notes
  For Groups students only. MATH-J 113 can count toward the College of Arts and Sciences Foundations requirement in mathematical modeling and the College of Arts and Sciences natural and mathematical sciences Breadth of Inquiry requirement for Groups studentsï»¿
  Description
  A survey of calculus.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
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  MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
  Description
  Sets, counting, basic probability, including random variables and expected values. Linear systems, matrices, linear programming, and applications.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
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  MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
  Description
  Introduction to calculus. Primarily for students from business and the social sciences.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
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  MATH-M 211 Calculus I
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus, and trigonometry as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 027
  Description
  Limits, continuity, derivatives, definite and indefinite integrals, applications.
  Repeatability
  A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
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  MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Hutton Honors College membership
  Notes
  R: To be successful students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
  Description
  Designed for students of outstanding ability in mathematics. Covers all material of MATH-M 118 and additional topics from statistics and game theory. Computers may be used in this course, but no previous experience is assumed.
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  MATH-V 118 Finite Mathematics with Applications
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
  Description
  Sets, counting, basic probability, linear modelling, and other discrete topics. Applications to various areas depending on topic. Possibilities include social and biological sciences and consumer mathematics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
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  MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
  Description
  Introduction to calculus. Variable topic course with emphasis on non-business topics and applications. The topic(s) will be listed in the Schedule of Classes each semester.
  Repeatability
  A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119.
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2. Studio Art Courses.
  1. Drawing. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-A 102 Creative Core: Drawing
    SOAD-A 102 Creative Core: Drawing
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Development of visual awareness and coordination of perceptual and manual skills; seeing, representing, and inventing on an experimental, exploratory level in two dimensions. Includes placement, scale, volume, light, formal articulation, and investigation of graphic tools and media.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-F 100 or SOAD-A 102.
    
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  2. Studio Art Elective. One (1) course:
    - SOAD-A 211 Cross-Disciplinary Workshops in Art, Design, and Merchandising
    - SOAD-S 200 Drawing I
    - SOAD-S 201 Figure Drawing and Anatomy
    - SOAD-S 210 Digital Art: Survey and Practice
    - SOAD-S 220 Fibers I
    - SOAD-S 230 Painting I
    - SOAD-S 240 Printmaking I
    - SOAD-S 250 Graphic Design I
    - SOAD-S 260 Ceramics I
    - SOAD-S 270 Sculpture I
    - SOAD-S 271 Figurative Sculpture I
    - SOAD-S 280 Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design I
    - SOAD-S 290 Photography I
    SOAD-A 211 Cross-Disciplinary Workshops in Art, Design, and Merchandising
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    A variable topic studio course that focuses on skill development and technical manipulation of materials within the specific traditions of a particular discipline. Emphasizes fundamental principles of art and design within a discipline. Designed around a variable topic such as image, time, narrative, space, materials, and markets.
    Repeatability
    May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum total of 12 credit hours in SOAD-A 111 and SOAD-A 211.
    
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    SOAD-S 200 Drawing I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Preliminary course for advancement in drawing, stressing basic visual awareness; seeing, representing, and technical command on a two-dimensional surface. Problems in handling placement, scale, space, volume, light, and formal articulation.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 200 or SOAD-S 200.
    
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    SOAD-S 201 Figure Drawing and Anatomy
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Introduction to figure drawing, emphasizing life drawing. Focuses on visual interpretation of human figure through perceptual approaches to figuration, fundamental studies of anatomy, and representation of the body in space and in motion. Studio work investigates how ways of seeing and making intersect with history, culture, belief and identity.
    
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    SOAD-S 210 Digital Art: Survey and Practice
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Beginning class on digital media's role in the world of art production and reception. Class emphasizes learning to use digital media to produce original, creative art work. Students use Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, Dreamweaver, and Autodesk Mudbox to create their own artworks. Topics include digital imaging, video art, interactive art, and 3D modeling.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-D 210 or SOAD-S 210.
    
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    SOAD-S 220 Fibers I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    An introduction to fiber and textile-related techniques and concepts. This survey course investigates a variety of materials and processes including resist dyeing, printing, and felting, emphasizing the expressive potential of each of these techniques through demonstrations, hands-on projects, lectures, and critiques.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 220 or SOAD-S 220.
    
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    SOAD-S 230 Painting I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Preliminary course for advancement in painting. Investigates how different ways of seeing and making intersect with history, culture, belief, and identity. Explores technical and visual aspects of color and mark.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 230 or SOAD-S 230.
    
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    SOAD-S 240 Printmaking I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    An introduction to printmaking through a survey of basic print media: intaglio, lithography, relief and screen print. Emphasis on ways in which drawing, painting, digital and photography are utilized through printmaking processes is emphasized.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 240 or SOAD-S 240.
    
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    SOAD-S 250 Graphic Design I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Drawing and perception in the history and practice of visual communication, including a basic introduction to the field and exercises with pencil, marker, computer, and other tools, to produce symbols, letter forms, and symbol-letter combinations.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 250 or SOAD-S 250.
    
    Summer 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Spring 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Fall 2024CASE AHcourse
    SOAD-S 260 Ceramics I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Knowledge and skill development in the use of basic ceramic tools, techniques, and processes sufficient to produce work from concept to finished object. Students practice three-dimensional design and develop solutions to practical and aesthetic problems. The place of ceramics within the history of art, design, and culture is also discussed.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 260 or SOAD-S 260.
    
    Summer 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Spring 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Fall 2024CASE AHcourse
    SOAD-S 270 Sculpture I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Foundation in basic technical and formal methods of traditional and contemporary sculpture. Use of tools and equipment for additive and subtractive techniques including wood construction, steel fabrication, clay modeling, plaster mold making and cold casting, and assemblage. Emphasis placed on technical execution, conceptualization, and creative problem solving.
    
    Summer 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Spring 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Fall 2024CASE AHcourse
    SOAD-S 271 Figurative Sculpture I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Figurative sculpture has been the traditional method of introducing students to form, space, and proportion in sculpture. Students work from the model with clay, creating sculpture from observation.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 271 or SOAD-S 271.
    
    Summer 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Spring 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Fall 2024CASE AHcourse
    SOAD-S 280 Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Introduction to creative expression through metalsmithing and jewelry design. Focuses on basic techniques while exploring the historical context and the social role of artistic expression in the metals discipline.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 280 or SOAD-S 280.
    
    Summer 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Spring 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Fall 2024CASE AHcourse
    SOAD-S 290 Photography I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Basic practice of digital camera operation, exposure calculation, exposing, image file management, image optimization and digital printing. Guidance toward establishment of a personal photographic aesthetic. A digital SLR camera is required.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of FINA-S 291 or SOAD-S 290.
    
    Summer 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Spring 2025CASE AHcourse
    
    Fall 2024CASE AHcourse
3. Art History Courses. Six (6) credit hours:
  - Any ARTH-A 100–499
Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
1. Major GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the major—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
2. Major Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
3. Major Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
4. Major Residency. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.

Notes

* Courses used to fulfill addenda requirements require a grade of C- or higher and do not count toward the Major GPA or Major Hours.

Major Area Courses

Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:
- Any course at the 100–499 level with the SOAD-C or SOAD-W subject area prefix—as well as any other subject areas that are deemed functionally equivalent
- Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken—as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent—except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
- Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception

Exceptions to and substitutions for major requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.

The Bachelor of Science degree requires at least 120 credit hours, to include the following:

College of Arts and Sciences Credit Hours. At least 100 credit hours must come from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines.
Upper Division Courses. At least 36 credit hours (of the 120) must be at the 300–499 level.
College Residency. Following completion of the 60th credit hour toward degree, at least 36 credit hours of College of Arts and Sciences coursework must be completed through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
College GPA. A College grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.000 is required.
CASE Requirements. The following College of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE) requirements must be completed:
1. CASE Foundations
  1. English Composition: 1 course
  2. Mathematical Modeling: 1 course
2. CASE Breadth of Inquiry
  1. Arts and Humanities: 4 courses
  2. Natural and Mathematical Sciences: 3 courses
  3. Social and Historical Studies: 4 courses
3. CASE Culture Studies
  1. Diversity in the United States: 1 course
  2. Global Civilizations and Cultures: 1 course
4. CASE Critical Approaches: 1 course
5. CASE Foreign Language: Proficiency in a single foreign language through the first semester of the second year of college-level coursework
6. CASE Intensive Writing: 1 course
7. CASE Public Oral Communication: 1 course
Major. Completion of the major as outlined in the Major Requirements section above.

Most students must also successfully complete the Indiana University Bloomington General Education program.

Bachelor of Science in Comprehensive Design

Requirements

Major hours and GPA

Major Area Courses

Major requirement exceptions and substitutions