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Digital Design Major

Overview

Mission Statement

The Computer Science and Technology Department is dedicated to a curriculum of academic excellence that encourages the development of ethical technology professionals who are a benefit to society. The department serves the entire college community by providing sound instruction in the use of computer technology.

The Digital Design (DIG) major combines the application of visual art, communication, marketing, and computer technology skills, all of which are needed to aid current businesses and industries. This major is offered for students whose interests and future endeavors may involve the creation or implementation of computer-developed visual communications.

Computer and Internet Facilities

The Computer Science and Technology Department is housed on the second floor of the Unruh-Sheldon Center for Business and Computer Science. The smart lab and three classroom labs provide students with a modern facility in which to learn, question, discuss, and analyze the theory and application of computer and information technology.

Requirements

Core Courses

CS 152Introduction to Web Development

3
CS 160Introduction to Computer Principles

3
DIG 111Digital Design

3
DIG 112Vector Design

3
DIG 232Digital Design and Typography

3
DIG 251Graphics Development

3
DIG 317Digital Audio and Video Development

3
DIG 338/COMM 338Photojournalism

3
DIG 361Advanced Computer Graphic Design

3
DIG 3712D Computer Animation

3
DIG 381/CS 381Junior Seminar

1
DIG 4703D Computer Animation

3
DIG 481/CS 481Senior Seminar I

1
DIG 482/CS 482Senior Seminar II

1
Total Credit Hours:36

Correlative Courses

BUSN 320Marketing

3
BUSN 430Advertising

3
 
COMM 314Publicity and PR

3
or
COMM 318Computer Mediated Communication

3
Total Credit Hours:9

Plus twelve-upper division credits:

Twelve upper-division credits with a BUSN, COMM, CS, DIG, or TECH designation. UJ Accelerated technology courses will be accepted as electives with approval from the advisor. 

Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 57

Plan of Study

Freshman Year

Fall

CS 160Introduction to Computer Principles

3
DIG 111Digital Design

3

Spring

DIG 112Vector Design

3
DIG 232Digital Design and Typography

3
DIG 251Graphics Development

3

Junior Year

Fall

BUSN 320Marketing

3
DIG 3712D Computer Animation

3
CS 381/DIG 381Junior Seminar

1

Spring

DIG 361Advanced Computer Graphic Design

3
Upper division CS/DIG/Tech elective/internshipCS XXX

3

Senior Year

Fall

BUSN 430Advertising

3
Upper division CS/DIG/Tech elective/internshipCS XXX

3
CS 481/DIG 481Senior Seminar I

1

Spring

DIG 4703D Computer Animation

3
CS 482/DIG 482Senior Seminar II

1
Upper division CS/DIG/Tech elective/internshipCS XXX

3

Sophomore Year

Fall

COMM 314Publicity and PR

3
or
COMM 318Computer Mediated Communication

3
 
DIG 317Digital Audio and Video Development

3

Spring

CS 152Introduction to Web Development

3
DIG 338/COMM 338Photojournalism

3
Upper division CS/DIG/Tech elective/internshipCS XXX

3

Outcomes

At the conclusion of their program, students will be able to do the following:

  1. Design effective technology-based solutions integrated into the user’s environment.
  2. Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to generate possible solutions to technology related problems.
  3. Communicate effectively with clients and peers verbally and in writing.
  4. Collaborate in teams to accomplish a common goal by integrating personal initiative and group cooperation.
  5. Demonstrate independent learning through research, preparation, and presentation of a solution of a technology problem.
  6. Describe the impact of technology on individuals, organizations, and society, including ethical, legal, and policy issues.