Digital Arts I / II / III »

ARTD 250 / 251 / 252

Introduction to the rich, unique resources that the computer offers the artist. Image making, print-media design, visual culture, time-based art, graphics, and interactivity for the web. Lab sections and tutorials provide hands-on application. (4R)
Pre-reqs: N/A

Digital Imaging »

ARTD 360

Intermediate level course that focuses on the proper preparation and presentation of digital images for use in print and on screen. Color theory is also covered. Class concentrates on advanced use of Photoshop. (4R)
Pre-reqs: ART 115 / 116, ARTD 250 / 251 / 252

Introduction to Animation »

ARTD 361

Introduction to the principals of animation including timing, sequence, key-frames, in-betweens, and metamorphosis. Various methods are used to record and edit animation tests. (4R)
Pre-reqs: ART 115 / 116, ART 233

Digital Letterform »

ARTD 362

This course focuses on ideas and concepts involved in the history and appreciation of typography in a digital realm. Considers the issues involved with the communicative power of type. (4R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 360

Multimedia Design I »

ARTD 378

Introduces multimedia design and authoring; use of motion, duration, and time-based interaction as a means of artistic expression. Students build navigational structures and explore stochastic principles in developing an individual approach to interactivity. Sequence with ARTD 478/578 (5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 394

Digital Illustration »

ARTD 394

Uses computers and digital imaging software to create drawings and graphic communications. Aside from technique, functions of illustration and the importance of "concept" as it contributes to communication are looked at. (4R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 360

Web Art»

ARTD 411 / 511

Involves study and creation of Internet-based artwork. Students engage with conceptual systems of interactivity, scripting, hypermedia in current and developing forms; discussions, short readings. (4R)
ARTD 394

Experiment Animation »

ARTD 412 / 512

Intermediate to advanced students explore personal creative practice and experiment with film, video, and computer animation techniques. Integrates readings, screening, and discussion with production. (5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 361, ARTD 395

Emerging Technologies »

ARTD 413 / 513

Explores use of emerging technologies in art. Create works using emerging technologies and techniques. Explore contemporary artworks, philosophies, and cultural trends. (5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 477 / 577

Programming for Artists »

ARTD 416 / 516

Introduces students to the basics of computer programming within an art context. Topics include interaction design, web development, and physical computing programming. (4R)
Pre-reqs: N/A

Motion Graphics »

ARTD 462 / 562

Design and production of animation and time-based film and video projects. Cinematic concepts and techniques used to explore and present content in multimedia environments. (4R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 361

Communication Design »

ARTD 463 / 563

Explores the communication of ideas and information through visual means. Introduces design process and principles, visual language, and the art of problem solving in visual communication. (4R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 362, ARTD 394

3-D Computer Imaging »

ARTD 471 / 571

Introduces 3D computer graphic arts: 3D digital space and form, model building, scene composition, surface properties, lighting, and rendering 3D images. (5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 394

3-D Computer Animation »

ARTD 472 / 572

Introduces 3D computer animation arts. Topics include time and space in the digital 3D environment, animation concepts and techniques in 3D space, as well as production techniques for various applications in multimedia. (5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 471 / 571

Multimedia Design II »

ARTD 478 / 578

Intermediate and advanced multimedia design and authoring. Emphasizes creation of larger, student directed multimedia projects. (5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 477 / 577

Advanced Design I »

ARTD 494 / 594

Theory, problems, and projects in language, meaning and communication, identity and signification, conceptual invention and creativity, critical analysis. Lectures, projects, critique.(5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 478/578

Advanced Design II »

ARTD 495 / 595

Concepts and techniques of information design. Representation, explanation, and proof through text, pictures, graphics, sound, and motion. Structural, navigational, and functional strategies for digital media. (5R)
Pre-reqs: ARTD 494 / 594

Degree Requirements »

All majors are required to complete the University of Oregon general degree requirements for either a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in addition to the departmental major requirements listed below.

BA / BS in Digital Arts »

72 credits

BFA in Digital Arts »

118 credits

Multimedia Minor»

28 credits

Restrictions »

Only 6 credits of ARTD 404 and 12 credits of ARTD 406 will count toward the Digital Arts Studio requirement.