Art & Design (Technology, Art, & Design)

The School of Technology, Art & Design offers a variety of programs that • Technology, Art and Design, B.S. (Prototype Engineering & Model
span the application of technology, art and design in response to a range Making Emphasis) major
of human wants and needs. Courses nurture the development of individual • Visual Arts Education, B.S. ((Teacher Licensure)) major
creative expression, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Degree • Art minor
programs foster the development of knowledge and skills to design and • Design minor
develop creative solutions that address operations and future needs in an array • Event Design minor
of cultural, design, business, technological and industrial settings. • Event Planning minor
• Interactive Multimedia Design minor
The school offers a nationally accredited* Bachelor of Science program in • Maker Space Technology minor
Engineering Technology, with specializations in Construction Management • Technology, Art & Design minor
and Manufacturing Management. Along with the associated Bachelor of • 2-D Art & Design Technology cert
Applied Science programs in Applied Engineering and Technology • 3-D Art & Design Technology cert
Management, these degree options offer both four-year and transfer students • Educational Technology cert
the opportunity to prepare for leadership roles in a wide range of • Maker Space Technology cert
technologically based enterprises including but not limited to the fields of • Making Money As A Maker cert
construction, energy, manufacturing and sustainability.

Transfer students have the option to enroll in either the Bachelor of Applied
Science program in Applied Engineering or Technology Management. Both
degrees are offered as “2 + 2**” programs online or on campus for working
professionals who have either an Associate of Science degree, Associate of
Applied Science degree, diploma or certificate and wish to complete a
Bachelor’s degree.

The Bachelor of Science in Design offers students a unique and exciting

opportunity to pursue careers that demand excellence in a combination of
technical, creative, and artistic capabilities. Students can pursue specializations
in Studio Arts, Graphic Design or Exhibit Design. All Design students benefit
from a portfolio review process, a graduation requirement that offers them
the opportunity to present their professional portfolios to leaders in their
industries from across the nation. Students transferring from a Minnesota
State Community and/or Technical College with an Associate degree in a
related design field may be eligible for articulated transfer into the Design
program.

The School of Technology, Art & Design offers five exhibition spaces that
present local, regional, national and international exhibits. The gallery
program also maintains permanent collections in ceramics and prints.

*The BS in Engineering Technology is accredited by the Association of

Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering ([Link]

**May vary based on the individual's degree being transferred to the university,
and the number of general education (Core Curriculum) credits and technical
or professional credits.

Programs

• Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. (3-D Arts Emphasis) major

• Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. (Illustration Emphasis) major
• Technology, Art and Design, B.S. (Interactive Multimedia Design
Emphasis) major
• Technology, Art and Design, B.S. (Digital Illustration & Animation
Emphasis) major
• Technology, Art and Design, B.S. (Exhibit & Experience Design
Emphasis) major
• Technology, Art and Design, B.S. (Creativity & Innovation Emphasis)
major
• Technology, Art and Design, B.S. (Event Planning & Project
Management Emphasis) major
• Technology, Art and Design, B.S. (Graphic Design Emphasis) major

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 Career Directions

Applications Engineering
Art Director
Artist/Technician
Construction Management
Construction Management Engineer
Engineer
Exhibit Designer
Field Engineer
Graphic Designer
Industrial/Architectural Rendering
Management
Manufacturing Engineering
Model Building
Multimedia Specialist/Designer
Pre-press Production
Print Production
Process Planning
Quality Control Engineering
Research and Development
Safety Engineer
Teaching
Technical Sales
Web Page Development
Also: Graduate Study

Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. major Art & Design Core

3-D Arts Emphasis Complete the following courses:

• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits)

Required Credits: 78 • TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits)
Required GPA: 2.00 • TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits)
Required TAD Core Courses
3D Core
Complete the following courses:
Complete the following courses:
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 3200 Introduction to Model Making (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits)
• TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits) • TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) TAD Lab Core
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits) Complete 6 credits from the following courses:
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits) • TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits)
• TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3 • TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
credits) • TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits)
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits) • TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits)
Culmination Core • TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
• TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits)
• TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits) • TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits)
• TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits) • TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
Complete the following course for 2 credits: 3D ARTS EMPHASIS
• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits) 3D Arts Core

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 TAD Lab Core
Complete the following courses:
Complete 2 credits from the following courses:
• ARTH 2551 Art History Survey I (4 credits)
• ARTH 2552 Art History Survey II (4 credits) • TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits)
• TADD 3400 Sculpture: Experimental (2 credits) • TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
• TADD 3410 Sculpture: Traditional (2 credits) • TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits)
• TADD 3448 Tech Toolbox II: Fusion 360 (2 credits) • TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3480 Ceramics: Hand & Wheel (4 credits) • TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits)
• TADD 3700 Materials, Lighting, and Structures (2 credits) • TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
• TADD 4430 Sculpture: CNC (2 credits) • TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
• TADD 4870 Advanced 3D Arts (2 credits) • TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits)
• TADD 4897 Senior Exhibition (0 credit) • TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits)
• TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
Art: New Studio Practice, B.F.A. major
Illustration Emphasis ILLUSTRATION EMPHASIS

Illustration Core
Required Credits: 78
Required GPA: 2.00 Complete the following courses:

Required TAD Core Courses • ARTH 2551 Art History Survey I (4 credits)
• ARTH 2552 Art History Survey II (4 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3100 Digital Illustration: Vector Art (2 credits)
• TADD 3140 Figure Illustration (2 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits) • TADD 3160 Spatial Illustration (2 credits)
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 3180 Digital Painting: Raster Art (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 3340 Branding & Identity Design (2 credits)
• TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits) • TADD 3460 Printmaking: Traditional (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) • TADD 3470 Printmaking: Experimental (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) • TADD 4120 Illustrative Storytelling (2 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits) • TADD 4190 Animated Illustration (2 credits)
• TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits) • TADD 4880 Advanced Illustration (2 credits)
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits) • TADD 4897 Senior Exhibition (0 credit)
• TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
• TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3
credits) Technology, Art and Design, B.S. major
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits) Interactive Multimedia Design Emphasis
Culmination Core
Required Credits: 78
Complete the following courses: Required GPA: 2.00

• TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits) Required TAD Core Courses
• TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits)
Complete the following courses:
Complete the following course for 2 credits:
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits) • TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
Art & Design Core • TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits) • TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits)
• TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits) • TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits) • TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
• TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits) • TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3
credits)
2D Core • TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: Culmination Core
• TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits)
• TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits)

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 • TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits) • TADD 4840 Advanced Interactive Multimedia Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits)

Complete the following course for 2 credits: Technology, Art and Design, B.S. major
Digital Illustration & Animation Emphasis
• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits)

Art & Design Core Required Credits: 78

Required GPA: 2.00
Complete the following courses:
Required TAD Core Courses
• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits)
• TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits) • TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
2D Core • TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits) • TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits) • TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits)
• TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits) • TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
3D Core • TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3
credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3200 Introduction to Model Making (2 credits) Culmination Core
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits)
• TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
Creative Core • TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits)
• TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits)
Complete the following courses:
Complete the following course for 2 credits:
• TADD 3040 Typography: Digital Typefaces (2 credits)
• TADD 3300 Wayfinding & Signage Design (2 credits) • TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits)
• TADD 3340 Branding & Identity Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits) Art & Design Core
• TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
Complete the following courses:
TAD Lab Core
• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits)
Complete 2 credits from the following courses: • TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits)
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits) • TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits)
• TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
• TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits) TAD Lab Core
• TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits) Complete 2 credits from the following courses:
• TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
• TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits) • TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits)
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits) • TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
• TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits) • TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits)
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits) • TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits) • TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits)
• TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
Interactive Multimedia Design Emphasis • TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits)
• TADD 3800 Tech Toolbox III: After Effects (2 credits) • TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
• TADD 3850 Digital Signage (2 credits)
• TADD 4020 Web & Social Media Design (2 credits) Digital Illustration Core
• TADD 4040 UX Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4810 Advanced Extended Reality (2 credits) Complete the following courses:

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 • TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits)
• TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits) • TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3100 Digital Illustration: Vector Art (2 credits) • TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits)
• TADD 3140 Figure Illustration (2 credits) • TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits)
• TADD 3160 Spatial Illustration (2 credits)
• TADD 3180 Digital Painting: Raster Art (2 credits) 3D Core
• TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits)
• TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3800 Tech Toolbox III: After Effects (2 credits) • TADD 3200 Introduction to Model Making (2 credits)
• TADD 3850 Digital Signage (2 credits) • TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits)
• TADD 4020 Web & Social Media Design (2 credits) • TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 4040 UX Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4120 Illustrative Storytelling (2 credits) Creative Core
• TADD 4190 Animated Illustration (2 credits)
• TADD 4880 Advanced Illustration (2 credits) Complete the following courses:

• TADD 3040 Typography: Digital Typefaces (2 credits)

Technology, Art and Design, B.S. major • TADD 3300 Wayfinding & Signage Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3340 Branding & Identity Design (2 credits)
Exhibit & Experience Design Emphasis • TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits)
• TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
Required Credits: 78
Required GPA: 2.00 TAD Lab Core

Required TAD Core Courses Complete 2 credits from the following courses:

Complete the following courses: • TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits)

• TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits) • TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits)
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits)
• TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits) • TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) • TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) • TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits) • TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits) • TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits)
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits) • TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
• TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
• TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3 Exhibit & Experience Design Emphasis
credits)
Complete the following courses:
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3700 Materials, Lighting, and Structures (2 credits)
Culmination Core
• TADD 3750 Tradeshow Exhibit Design (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3780 Museum Experience Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4700 Pop-up Shop & Visual Merchandising Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits) • TADD 4750 Event Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits) • TADD 4820 Advanced Experience Design (2 credits)

Complete the following course for 2 credits:

Technology, Art and Design, B.S. major
• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits) Creativity & Innovation Emphasis
Art & Design Core

Complete the following courses: Required Credits: 78

Required GPA: 2.00
• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits)
• TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits) Required TAD Core Courses
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits) Complete the following courses:

2D Core • TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)

• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)

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 • TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits) EVENT PLANNING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT EMPHASIS
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) Project Management Core
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits) • TADT 1109 Computer Applications for Project Managers (3 credits)
• TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3 • TADT 1111 Introduction to Project Management (3 credits)
credits) • TADT 1220 Introduction to Manufacturing Processes II (3 credits)
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits) • TADT 2211 Introduction to Cost Management (3 credits)
• TADT 2250 Built Environment (3 credits)
Creativity & Innovation • TADT 2252 Construction Materials and Methods (3 credits)
• TADT 3112 Leadership in a Team Environment (3 credits)
Once students successfully complete the TAD Common Core • TADT 3250 Print Reading and Project Documentation (3 credits)
(26 credits), they must work with their academic advisor to • TADT 3260 Project Bidding and Estimating (3 credits)
build their educational plan. To earn the Creativity and • TADT 3885 Technical Sales, Service and Training (3 credits)
Innovation emphasis, this educational plan must consist of
an additional 52 credits mutually agreed upon from the Event Planning Core
School of Technology, Art & Design.
Complete the following courses:
In other words, these remaining 52 credits can be any TADD
or TADT courses offered by the School of Technology, Art & Design. • TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3240 Prototype Engineering & Detailing (2 credits)
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits)
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. major • TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
Event Planning & Project Management Emphasis • TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3700 Materials, Lighting, and Structures (2 credits)
• TADD 3750 Tradeshow Exhibit Design (2 credits)
Required Credits: 78 • TADD 4700 Pop-up Shop & Visual Merchandising Design (2 credits)
Required GPA: 2.00 • TADD 4750 Event Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4830 Advanced Event Planning & Project Management (2 credits)
Required TAD Core Courses

Complete the following courses: Technology, Art and Design, B.S. major
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
Graphic Design Emphasis
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) Required Credits: 78
• TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits) Required GPA: 2.00
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) Required TAD Core Courses
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits) • TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3 • TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
credits) • TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits) • TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
TAD Lab Core • TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
Complete 2 credits from the following courses: • TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits)
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits) • TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
• TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits) • TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3
• TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits) credits)
• TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits) • TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits)
• TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits) Culmination Core
• TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits) • TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits)
• TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits) • TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits)

Complete the following course for 2 credits:

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 • TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits) Prototype Engineering & Model Making Emphasis
Art & Design Core
Required Credits: 78
Complete the following courses: Required GPA: 2.00

• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits) Required TAD Core Courses

• TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits)
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
2D Core • TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits) • TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits) • TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits) • TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits)
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
3D Core • TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
• TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3
Complete the following courses: credits)
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3200 Introduction to Model Making (2 credits)
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits) Culmination Core
• TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
Complete the following courses:
Creative Core
• TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits)
• TADD 3040 Typography: Digital Typefaces (2 credits) Complete the following course for 2 credits:
• TADD 3300 Wayfinding & Signage Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3340 Branding & Identity Design (2 credits) • TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits)
• TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits)
• TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits) 3D Core

TAD Lab Core Complete the following courses:

Complete 2 credits from the following courses: • TADD 3200 Introduction to Model Making (2 credits)
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits)
• TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits) • TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
• TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits) TAD Lab Core
• TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits) Complete 14 credits from the following courses:
• TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
• TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits) • TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits)
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits) • TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
• TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits) • TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits)
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits) • TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits) • TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits)
• TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
Graphic Design Emphasis • TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits)
• TADD 3320 Package Design (2 credits) • TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
• TADD 3460 Printmaking: Traditional (2 credits)
• TADD 3470 Printmaking: Experimental (2 credits) PROTOTYPE ENGINEERING & MODEL MAKING EMPHASIS
• TADD 4800 Advanced Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 4850 Advanced Branding & Identity Design (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 4898 Advanced Graphic Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3220 Conceptual Prototype Engineering (2 credits)
• TADD 3240 Prototype Engineering & Detailing (2 credits)
Technology, Art and Design, B.S. major • TADD 3250 Product Model Making (2 credits)
• TADD 3260 Architectural Model Making (2 credits)

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 • TADD 3280 Furniture Design & Model Making (2 credits) • ED 4799 The Professional Teacher (1 credit)
• TADD 3320 Package Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3400 Sculpture: Experimental (2 credits) Complete the following course:
• TADD 3410 Sculpture: Traditional (2 credits)
• TADD 3448 Tech Toolbox II: Fusion 360 (2 credits) • HLTH 3400 Health and Drugs in Society (2 credits)
• TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3700 Materials, Lighting, and Structures (2 credits) Complete 12 credits of student teaching:
• TADD 4430 Sculpture: CNC (2 credits)
• TADD 4860 Advanced Prototype Engineering & Model Making (2 • ED 4830 Student Teaching - Secondary (1-12 credits)
credits)
Art minor
Visual Arts Education, B.S. major
(Teacher Licensure) Required Credits: 30
Required GPA: 2.00

Required Credits: 87 I REQUIRED COURSES

Required GPA: 2.50
Note: The Art minor is not available to students pursuing the Technology, Art
I REQUIRED COURSES and Design major with the Creativity and Innovation emphasis.

Complete the following courses: Complete the following courses:

• ARTH 2551 Art History Survey I (4 credits) • TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
• ARTH 2552 Art History Survey II (4 credits) • TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits)
• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits) • TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) • TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) • TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits) • TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3
• TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits) credits)
• TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits)
• TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits) II ELECTIVE BLOCK
• TADD 2925 People of the Environment: Technology, Art, and Design
Perspective (3 credits) Complete 11 credits from the following:
• TADD 3330 K-12 Art Methods (4 credits)
• TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits) • ARTH 2551 Art History Survey I (4 credits)
• TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3 • ARTH 2552 Art History Survey II (4 credits)
credits) • TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits)
• TADD 3410 Sculpture: Traditional (2 credits) • TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 3470 Printmaking: Experimental (2 credits) • TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 3480 Ceramics: Hand & Wheel (4 credits) • TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits)
• TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits)
II CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION COURSES • TADD 3100 Digital Illustration: Vector Art (2 credits)
• TADD 3140 Figure Illustration (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3160 Spatial Illustration (2 credits)
• TADD 3180 Digital Painting: Raster Art (2 credits)
• TADT 4830 Foundations in Career and Technical Education (2 credits) • TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits)
• TADT 4849 Classroom Management in Career and Technical Education • TADD 3400 Sculpture: Experimental (2 credits)
(2 credits) • TADD 3410 Sculpture: Traditional (2 credits)
• TADT 4858 Curriculum Development in Career and Technical Education • TADD 3480 Ceramics: Hand & Wheel (4 credits)
(2 credits) • TADD 4120 Illustrative Storytelling (2 credits)
• TADD 4190 Animated Illustration (2 credits)
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION COURSES

Complete the following courses with a minimum 2.50 GPA: Design minor
• ED 3100 Introduction to the Foundations of Public School Education (3
credits) Required Credits: 30
• ED 3110 Educational Psychology (3 credits) Required GPA: 2.00
• ED 3140 Human Relations In Education (3 credits)
• ED 3350 Pedagogy: Planning for Instruction (3 credits) I REQUIRED COURSES
• ED 3780 Adaptation and Management: Designing the Learning
Environment (3 credits) Note: The Design minor is not available to not available to students pursuing the
• ED 4737 Content Area Reading (3 credits) Technology major with the Creativity and Innovation emphasis.

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Complete the following courses: • TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits) • TADD 3750 Tradeshow Exhibit Design (2 credits)
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) • TADD 4750 Event Design (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) • TADT 1109 Computer Applications for Project Managers (3 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) • TADT 1111 Introduction to Project Management (3 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits) • TADT 2252 Construction Materials and Methods (3 credits)
• TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits) • TADT 3260 Project Bidding and Estimating (3 credits)
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits)
• TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits) Interactive Multimedia Design minor
• TADD 3040 Typography: Digital Typefaces (2 credits)
• TADD 3320 Package Design (2 credits)
Required Credits: 30
• TADD 3340 Branding & Identity Design (2 credits)
Required GPA: 2.00
• TADD 4800 Advanced Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 4850 Advanced Branding & Identity Design (2 credits) I REQUIRED COURSES
• TADD 4898 Advanced Graphic Design (2 credits)
Note: The Interactive Multimedia Design minor is not available to students
pursuing the Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and
Event Design minor Innovation emphasis.

Required Credits: 30 Complete the following courses:

Required GPA: 2.00
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
I REQUIRED COURSES • TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
Note: The Event Design minor is not available to students pursuing the • TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits)
Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and Innovation emphasis. • TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits)
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits)
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits) • TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) • TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) • TADD 3800 Tech Toolbox III: After Effects (2 credits)
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits) • TADD 3850 Digital Signage (2 credits)
• TADD 3300 Wayfinding & Signage Design (2 credits) • TADD 4020 Web & Social Media Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits) • TADD 4040 UX Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits) • TADD 4840 Advanced Interactive Multimedia Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3700 Materials, Lighting, and Structures (2 credits) Maker Space Technology minor
• TADD 3750 Tradeshow Exhibit Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3780 Museum Experience Design (2 credits)
Required Credits: 30
• TADD 4700 Pop-up Shop & Visual Merchandising Design (2 credits)
Required GPA: 2.00
• TADD 4750 Event Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4820 Advanced Experience Design (2 credits) I REQUIRED COURSES

Note: The Maker Space Technology minor is not available to students pursuing
Event Planning minor the Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and Innovation
emphasis. This minor is not available to students pursuing pursuing the Maker
Required Credits: 30 Space Technology certificate.
Required GPA: 2.00
Complete the following courses:
I REQUIRED COURSES
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
Note: The Event Planning minor is not available to students pursuing the • TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and Innovation emphasis. • TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
Complete the following courses: • TADD 3448 Tech Toolbox II: Fusion 360 (2 credits)
• TADD 3480 Ceramics: Hand & Wheel (4 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits) • TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits) II ELECTIVE BLOCK
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits) Complete 14 credits from the following:

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 • TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits) 2-D Art & Design Technology cert
• TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
• TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits)
• TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits) Required Credits: 18
• TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits) Required GPA: 2.00
• TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits) REQUIRED COURSES
• TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits) Note: The 2D Art and Design Technology certificate is not available to students
• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits) pursuing the Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and
Innovation emphasis.

Technology, Art & Design minor Complete the following courses:

• TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits)

Required Credits: 30 • TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
Required GPA: 2.00 • TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
I REQUIRED COURSES • TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits)
Note: The Technology, Art and Design minor is not available to students
• TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits)
pursuing the Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and
• TADD 3800 Tech Toolbox III: After Effects (2 credits)
Innovation emphasis.
Complete the following course for 2 credits:
Complete the following courses:
• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
• TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) 3-D Art & Design Technology cert
• TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits)
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits) Required Credits: 18
Required GPA: 2.00
II REQUIRED ELECTIVES

Complete 16 credits from the following:

REQUIRED COURSES
• TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits)
• TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits) Note: The 3D Art and Design Technology certificate is not available to students
• TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits) pursuing the Technology, Art and Design major, Creativity and Innovation
• TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits) emphasis. This certificate is also not available to students pursuing the Art: New
• TADD 3040 Typography: Digital Typefaces (2 credits) Studio Practice major with the 3D Arts emphasis.
• TADD 3300 Wayfinding & Signage Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3320 Package Design (2 credits) Complete the following courses:
• TADD 3340 Branding & Identity Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits) • TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits) • TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 3460 Printmaking: Traditional (2 credits) • TADD 3448 Tech Toolbox II: Fusion 360 (2 credits)
• TADD 3470 Printmaking: Experimental (2 credits) • TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits)
• TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits) • TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits) • TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits) • TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
• TADD 3700 Materials, Lighting, and Structures (2 credits) • TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
• TADD 3750 Tradeshow Exhibit Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3780 Museum Experience Design (2 credits) Complete the following course for 2 credits:
• TADD 3800 Tech Toolbox III: After Effects (2 credits)
• TADD 3850 Digital Signage (2 credits) • TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits)
• TADD 4020 Web & Social Media Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4040 UX Design (2 credits) Educational Technology cert
• TADD 4700 Pop-up Shop & Visual Merchandising Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4750 Event Design (2 credits)
• TADD 4800 Advanced Typography (2 credits)
• TADD 4850 Advanced Branding & Identity Design (2 credits) Required Credits: 19
Required GPA: 2.00

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REQUIRED COURSES REQUIRED COURSES

Note: The Educational Technology certificate is not available to students Note: The Making Money as a Maker certificate is not available to students
pursuing the Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and pursuing the Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and
Innovation emphasis. Innovation emphasis.

Complete the following courses: Complete the following courses:

• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) • TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits)
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) • TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits)
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits) • TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits)
• TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits) • TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits)
• TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits) • TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits)
• TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits) • TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits) • TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits)
• TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits) • TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
• MUS 3150 Arts Organization Management (3 credits)
Complete the following course for 2 credits: • MUS 3170 Arts Organization Fundraising and Grant Writing (3 credits)

• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits) Complete the following course for 2 credits:

• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits)

Maker Space Technology cert
Technology, Art and Design - Design Courses
Required Credits: 30
Required GPA: 2.00
TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits)
REQUIRED COURSES The purpose of the Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design course at
Bemidji State University is to introduce the School of Technology, Art & Design
Note: The Maker Space Technology certificate is not available to students (The TAD School). Students will explore majors and minors, career options,
pursuing the Technology, Art and Design major with the Creativity and and salary data for technology, art, and design-related careers. Students will also
Innovation emphasis. This certificate is not available to students pursuing the meet faculty and learn about available resources, clubs, and the junior and senior
Maker Space Technology minor. screening process. Students will become familiar with the facilities in The TAD
School.
Complete the following courses:
TADD 1150 Drawing Fundamentals (2 credits)
• TADD 1100 Orientation to Technology, Art, and Design (2 credits) This course introduces students to classical and contemporary observational
• TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) drawing techniques and drawing strategies. This class has an emphasis on the
• TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) understanding of the formal language and the fundamentals of artistic
• TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits) expression. Projects direct observation of nature, still life, and the human form.
• TADD 3448 Tech Toolbox II: Fusion 360 (2 credits) Assignments are designed to improve drawing skills, engage creative problem-
• TADD 3480 Ceramics: Hand & Wheel (4 credits) solving, as well as broaden students' knowledge of the cultural/historical
• TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits) relevance of drawing. Students will discuss, analyze, and critique their original
drawings and 2D design work with a group of their peers using standard critique
Complete 14 credits from the following courses: procedures. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and
Participation]
• TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits) TADD 1200 Two-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits)
• TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits) This course is a foundation-level study of the elements of art and principles
• TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits) of design related to two-dimensional visual literacy. Students will explore the
• TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits) concepts of composition through guided projects and demonstrations,
• TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits) discovering a working creative process, an awareness of design in our culture,
• TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits) and awareness of current art and design issues. Students will experience both
• TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits) traditional and digital studio practices. Students will discuss, analyze, and
• TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits) critique their original drawings and 2D design work with a group of their peers
• TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits) using standard critique procedures. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6, BSU
• TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits) Focus: Performance and Participation]
• TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits)

Making Money As A Maker cert

Required Credits: 25
Required GPA: 2.00

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TADD 1300 Three-Dimensional Visual Foundations (2 credits) TADD 1800 Creativity in Action (2 credits)
This course is a foundation level study of the elements of art and principles of Creativity in Action is a course that explores an understanding of creativity and
three-dimensional design. Students will use a variety of media and art techniques innovation, including leading theorists and the generation of ideas. Questions
to explore three-dimensional design; form, line, plane, volume, mass, space, investigated include who is creative, and why? What does it mean to be creative?
texture, light, and time. Projects emphasize a creative process for problem- Is creativity a general attribute, or is it discipline-specific? Students will learn
solving in three dimensions, as well as a general knowledge of historical and how creative juices flow and how such creative flow materializes into meaningful
contemporary design issues. Students will discuss, analyze, and critique their ideas. Sure, some ideas are wacky, and some are slightly humorous, but we are
original drawings and 2D design work with a group of their peers using standard looking to develop creativity into solving revolutionary challenges. This course
critique procedures. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: values creativity in action, which goes beyond merely risk-taking and solving
Performance and Participation] problems. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area 6]
TADD 1400 The Art of Napkin Sketching (2 credits) TADD 2100 History, Philosophy, and Application of Color (3 credits)
This course introduces the idea of rough sketching as a communication tool This course is an exploration into the nature and meaning of color using methods
rather than a fine art. Designers can easily find inspiration at any moment. of historical, philosophical, and experimental inquiry. Beyond discovering the
Napkin sketches represent the visualization of spur of the moment inspiration, history and philosophy of color, students in this course will learn how to apply
allowing for the rapid exploration of thoughts and ideas. This approach to color through creative projects. Learners will study hue, value, and chroma/
drawing aids the expression of feelings, ideas, and even philosophies to others. It saturation. Students will discover color systems that allow them to communicate
is a process that illustrates how people think, what is important to them, and the color effectively. By the completion of this course, students will be able to
spirit of their thoughts. This communication tool is often the basis for turning combine colors with technology, art, design, and life. Students will discuss,
ideas into more meaningful works of art and design. [**Core Curriculum Goal analyze, and comprehend cultural meanings of color and its experience globally.
Area 6] [**Core Curriculum Goal Areas 6 and 8]
TADD 1500 Tech Toolbox I: Illustrator (2 credits) TADD 2200 Introduction to Graphic Design (2 credits)
In this course students will use Adobe Illustrator for the creation and This course introduces students to the profession of graphic design as a
manipulation of vector graphics. Topics will include: file formats, resolution, conceptual, visual, and commercial discipline. Through lectures, demonstration,
illustration and color systems. This course introduces and explains software skills research, and studio experiences, students become familiar with the theoretical
where they would naturally fall into a project workflow. The project-based and processes of the working graphic designer. Topics include: (1) developing
approach employed in this course gets students an in-depth understanding of a visual vocabulary, (2) essential elements of art, (3) principles of design, (4)
the software through step-by-step instructions through every phase of a project.. visual communication problem solving, (5) employing a creative design process
When students complete the projects in this class, they will have a substantial to create designs that meet clients' needs, and (6) understanding the appropriate
body of work that should express their understanding of the Adobe Illustrator software to produce works of graphic design. Prerequisite(s): TADD 1500,
software. TADD 1550.
TADD 1550 Tech Toolbox I: Photoshop (2 credits) TADD 2300 Introduction to Typography (2 credits)
In this course students will use Adobe Photoshop for the creation and Great typography is timeless. While technology is inevitably going to change,
manipulation of raster graphics. Topics will include: file formats, resolution, setting great type has more to do with creativity and aesthetics than technology.
illustration and color systems. This course introduces and explains software skills This hands-on course explains clearly how typography works and is an
where they would naturally fall into a project workflow. The project-based introduction to the expressive and functional use of typography. Topics include
approach employed in this course gets students an in-depth understanding of typographic terms and techniques, early writing systems as well as computer-
the software through step-by-step instructions through every phase of a project. generated type and fonts. Activities help students learn the essential concepts
When students complete the projects in this class, they will have a substantial and skills needed to use and create type.
body of work that should express their understanding of the Adobe Photoshop TADD 2550 Tech Toolbox II: InDesign (2 credits)
software. This course is intended to familiarize students with the majority of Adobe
TADD 1600 Fundamentals of Digital Photography (2 credits) InDesign tools, so students can apply the design process in building their design
This course will explore digital photography and imaging techniques with special portfolio. Understanding the robust publishing application, Adobe InDesign,
application to art, design and communication, with an emphasis put on will allow students to become more productive by integrating what was learned
understanding the control and effects of light. Projects will address a range about vector graphics, raster images, and typography. The relevance of Adobe
of design, aesthetics, and conceptual issues fundamental to the art of digital InDesign to design for traditional print media, screen media, interactive
photography. Strong emphasis is on the development of both a technical multimedia, and web-based media platforms will be introduced and discussed
foundation and a critical awareness of the medium as a creative tool. Students in this course. The software will be used to create, export, and present all design
will discuss, analyze, and critique their original drawings and 2D design work tutorials and individual projects. The project-based approach employed in this
with a group of their peers using standard critique procedures. [**Core course gets students an in-depth understanding of the software through step-
Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and Participation] by-step instructions through every phase of a project. The projects in this class
reflect a range of different types of work represented in the various academic
TADD 1700 Presentation Planning, Design, and Delivery (3 credits)
pathways students may choose to pursue in The School of Technology, Art &
Students will learn to thoroughly plan, design, and deliver a successful live
Design. When students complete the projects in this class, they will have a
presentation that is human-centered and effective. This course focuses on
substantial body of work that should express their understanding of the Adobe
delivering meaningful presentations with self-awareness, creativity,
InDesign software. Prerequisite(s): TADD 1500, TADD 1550.
intentionality, and an authentic personal voice. Students investigate motivation
and self-expression. Students will learn to organize, prepare, practice, and deliver TADD 2670 Painting (4 credits)
short and long-form presentations. This course will introduce students to the This course is an Introduction to the medium of oil painting and to the processes
theory and practice of visual rhetoric, the art of creating persuasive presentations involved in perceptual and conceptual exploration. [**Core Curriculum Goal
and delivering them with confidence. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area 1] Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and Participation]
TADD 2925 People of the Environment: Technology, Art, and Design
Perspective (3 credits)
Discussion and evaluation of current environmental topics related to
technology, art, and design. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area 10]

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TADD 3020 Typography: Hand Lettering (2 credits) TADD 3200 Introduction to Model Making (2 credits)
In this course, students incorporate hand lettering into their illustration process. This course exposes students interested in technology, art, and design to learn
They explore lettering as free gestural expression, outside of the confines of the more about model making. Prior model making experience is helpful, but not
computer, made by hand using a variety of traditional media. Students gain an required. The course provides a basic introduction to methods of constructing
appreciation for hand lettering as an art form, as well as learn how to incorporate with sheet materials, shaping soft materials to achieve complicated forms, and
hand lettering into their illustrations. Hand lettering is the synthesis of achieving realistic textures. Students are guided through demonstrations each
typography and illustration. Prerequisite(s): TADD 2300. day. Introduction to Model Making leverages a variety of hand tools and
fabrication techniques. Emphasis is on shop safety, hand skills, accuracy,
TADD 3040 Typography: Digital Typefaces (2 credits)
professionalism, and working within specified tolerances to build three-
This course will provide a theoretical and practical study of the visual nature and
dimensional models.
expressive potential of digital type forms as a fundamental tool of the graphic
designer. Students will practice the preparation and production of digital TADD 3220 Conceptual Prototype Engineering (2 credits)
typographic and graphic assets. Work will include digital illustration, layout, and This course will explore the various steps needed to create a concept/mockup
export for online use as well as for print production with current technologies. prototype model. Models are design tools and are employed greatly in all aspects
Prerequisite(s): TADD 2300 of industry. This creative process will include brainstorming, research, sketching,
and creation of the model. It aids clients in visualizing and understanding their
TADD 3090 Leadership in Creative Industries (2 credits)
products' characteristics prior to creation of a high-level prototype. The course
Whether a student wants to become a Bootstrapping Freelancer, Art Director,
will have an emphasis on shop safety, project management and professionalism.
or Creative Cottage Industrialist, this Leadership in Creative Industries course
effectively matches artists, designers, and makers creative skills and interests with TADD 3240 Prototype Engineering & Detailing (2 credits)
the developing marketplace. Through case studies, guest lectures, and This course is an in-depth look into the finishing and detailing process required
presentations, students will develop creative solutions that support and expand of professional prototype models. A finished model must accurately resemble
their artistic capacity. Students will learn the theory and practice of the the final prototype in every aspect. Prototype Finishing and Detailing will cover
innovative leadership skills essential to lead effectively in creative fields. Through project preparation using various materials, surface finishes/textures and the
this learning experience, students will understand the creative process, creativity, paints required for the finishing process such as primer, basecoat, single stage and
and the range of variables to lead creative people more effectively. clear coat. The technique of spray finishing will be explored and demonstrated
utilizing aerosol, air brush and spray guns. The course will have a strong emphasis
TADD 3100 Digital Illustration: Vector Art (2 credits)
on shop safety, project management and professionalism.
Vector art is art made with vector illustration software like Adobe Illustrator.
Vector artwork is built from vector graphics, which are images created with TADD 3250 Product Model Making (2 credits)
mathematical formulas. In comparison, raster art (also referred to as bitmaps This course will explore the processes utilized in the creation of a consumer
or raster images) is created with colorized pixels. Enlarge pixel-based art in a product model by means of a product redesign or new design. This will include
raster file too much and it looks jaggy, whereas you can enlarge vector art to any an introduction to the basics of form, fit and function and its relationship to
size without negatively affecting its appearance. This resolution independence the creation of a 3D model. The process will include a scaled 3D drawing to be
allows vector art to be used in a variety of forms, from small illustrations to utilized in the construction of a physical model. The course will require students
massive billboards. This course is an exploration of digital illustration using to utilize many processes, including traditional machining (woods/metals), 3D
vector graphics. Prerequisite(s): TADD 1150, TADD 1500. [**Core printing, CNC and other shop equipment. Emphasis will be on shop safety,
Curriculum Goal Area 6] accuracy, professionalism, project management, problem solving and working
within specified tolerances.
TADD 3140 Figure Illustration (2 credits)
In this course students will study of the figure and its relationship and TADD 3260 Architectural Model Making (2 credits)
application in contemporary Illustration. Course work and assignments will Course Description: This course is the study of architectural model-making
focus on an understanding of anatomy through observation, expressive gesture, techniques, processes, and materials needed to construct a scaled version of a
and practical applications. Traditional and non-traditional drawing methods will real building project. This model is used as a visual design tool to communicate
be introduced and explored. Prerequisite(s): TADD 1150. [**Core Curriculum a client's idea. This course will utilize 2D & 3D software, traditional & non-
Goal Area 6] traditional machining, laser cutter, and various hand skills to construct a
professional model. Emphasis will be on shop safety, accuracy, professionalism,
TADD 3160 Spatial Illustration (2 credits)
project management, and problem-solving.
This course introduces students to the illustrative graphic presentation of spaces,
ideas and products. Sketching and refining techniques are practiced in various TADD 3280 Furniture Design & Model Making (2 credits)
media including graphite, ink, colored pencils, marker pens, and collage. This course is the study of model-making techniques, processes, and materials
Perspective drawing tools and techniques are demonstrated and practiced. needed to construct a scaled version of furniture. This model is used as a visual
Conceptualization, production, and presentation techniques are discussed. design tool to communicate a client's idea. This course will utilize 2D & 3D
Prerequisite(s): TADD 1150. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area 6] software, traditional & non-traditional machining, laser cutter, and various hand
skills to construct a professional model. Emphasis will be on shop safety,
TADD 3180 Digital Painting: Raster Art (2 credits)
accuracy, professionalism, project management, problem-solving, and working
Raster artwork is any digital art composed of horizontal and vertical rows of
within specified tolerances.
pixels. In comparison, vector artwork is digital art composed of mathematical
lines and curves. This hands-on course allows students to get creative and
productive with brushes and other pixel-based digital tools. This course will
explore how to manage layers, effects, selection techniques, working with text,
and maximizing colors. This course includes several projects to help students
learn how to use digital tools effectively. Once students have completed the
course, he or she will be fully capable of using the pixel-based tools to create
meaningful digital artwork. Prerequisite(s): TADD 1150, TADD 1550. [**Core
Curriculum Goal Area 6]

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TADD 3300 Wayfinding & Signage Design (2 credits) TADD 3400 Sculpture: Experimental (2 credits)
Our need to communicate with our fellow humans is fundamental to our well- This course introduces students to a variety of methods for combining materials
being and, indeed, our survival. We have long made marks on objects and in our and processes to create sculptural forms. Hands-on projects expand 3D design
surrounding environment to communicate information visually. These marks concepts to include non-traditional media and encourage students to develop
communicate meaning, and over time has become a shared language among their creative ideas. Students will explore contemporary trends and applications,
the people who made and understood them. Signage and wayfinding design are as well as research cultural traditions throughout history. Coursework includes
essential and most commonly expressed in unified signs that informationally access to a variety of labs and equipment to enhance projects. Students will
and visually knit together a site, a collection of related sites, such as regional discuss, analyze, and critique their original drawings and 2D design work with
parks or global corporate facilities, or networks, such as a transportation system. a group of their peers using standard critique procedures. [**Core Curriculum
This course focuses on understanding wayfinding and designing signage to Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and Participation]
communicate our surrounding environment better visually. Prerequisite(s): TADD 3410 Sculpture: Traditional (2 credits)
TADD 2300. This course introduces students to a variety of traditional materials and processes
TADD 3320 Package Design (2 credits) common to sculpture. Hands-on projects expand 3D design concepts and
In Packaging Design, as well as Display Design, students are introduced to the encourage students to develop their creative ideas through additive, subtractive
process of designing three-dimensional containers, individually, or as systems for and casting methods. Students will explore contemporary trends and
the mutual benefit of the end-user and the manufacturer. Emphasis is placed on applications, as well as research cultures throughout history. Students will
symbols, shape, color, illustration, and typography and how they relate to three- discuss, analyze, and critique their original drawings and 2D design work with
dimensional problems. Prerequisite(s): TADD 1500. a group of their peers using standard critique procedures. [**Core Curriculum
Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and Participation]
TADD 3330 K-12 Art Methods (4 credits)
A studio approach to the study of the concepts, methods, and curriculum TADD 3448 Tech Toolbox II: Fusion 360 (2 credits)
planning regarding the teaching of visual arts at the K-12 school levels. This course introduces students to the use and application of Autodesk Fusion
360 software, which is the key to instant 3D creativity, used by designers, model
TADD 3340 Branding & Identity Design (2 credits)
makers, engineers, and other makers. Students will learn to use Fusion 360 to
An introduction to the visual and conceptual problems related to branding.
turn ideas into designs that flow into 3D printing, CNC milling, or injection
Students also practice digital print production management techniques for all
molding.
digital assets, and digital layout assembly to create marketing materials in relation
to branding. Prerequisite(s): TADD 2200, TADD 2300. TADD 3449 Tech Toolbox II: Premiere Pro (2 credits)
This course is an introduction to video-editing techniques using Adobe Premiere
TADD 3350 History of Modern Art & Design: 1820-1950 (3 credits)
Pro, the industry-leading application for video-editing. This course utilizes and
This course is a survey of major movements, period tendencies, and key figures
expands student designers' skillset. Students will learn: to transform raw footage
in the development of art, graphic design, craft, and industrial design between
into impactful stories, how to edit video and audio, correct color, add titles and
the early-19th century and 1950. Examination of technological advancements,
effects, and more. Prerequisite(s): TADD 1550.
world historical and art historical trends that surround these movements will
also be an important goal in order to gain an effective understanding of this TADD 3460 Printmaking: Traditional (2 credits)
period. Course material seeks to articulate a global perspective of art and design An introduction to the concepts and techniques of relief printmaking and the
in this era, including Asian, India, African, and South American models. [**Core aesthetic issues within traditional printmaking practices. Students will evaluate
Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6 & 8] visual art within historical and contemporary contexts. Students will develop
image-making and studio processes skills through several printmaking projects.
TADD 3360 History of Contemporary Art & Design: Present-1950 (3
Reading, discussions, and demonstrations will support this development.
credits)
Students will discuss, analyze, and critique their original drawings and 2D design
This course is a survey of the major movements, period tendencies, and key
work with a group of their peers using standard critique procedures. [**Core
figures in art, graphic design, craft, and industrial design that affect us today.
Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and Participation]
Starting from our current (contemporary) point of view, we discuss existing
influences while reviewing the precedents that have been set in the last one TADD 3470 Printmaking: Experimental (2 credits)
hundred years. Students will examine recent, current, and predicted future This course will introduce students to the concepts and techniques of silkscreen
technologies, as well as current political and economic trends' effects on design and related stencil printing forms. Demonstration, discussion, sketching, art
trends. Importance will be placed on the influence of historical perspective and production, and critique will support development of students' skills. Students
future predictions on our current design practice. Course material seeks to will practice working in a shared studio environment, solving layered design
articulate a global perspective of art and design in this era, including Asian, issues, and evaluating silkscreen art within historical and contemporary contexts.
India, African, and South American models. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6 Students will discuss, analyze, and critique their original drawings and 2D design
& 8] work with a group of their peers using standard critique procedures. [**Core
Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and Participation]
TADD 3380 Designing for Experiences (2 credits)
Experience design is the collection of intentional strategies, touchpoints, and TADD 3480 Ceramics: Hand & Wheel (4 credits)
activities chosen to deliver constructions of meaning through engaging Three-dimensional visual design and problem-solving is integrated with the
interactions. Experiences are what drive the economy. What distinguishes okay introduction to basic hand-forming methods, glazing, and firing of ceramic
companies from truly great companies is the experiences that they provide their forms. This course is an introduction to the functional and sculptural process of
customers, as well as their employees. Designing for experiences is about making ceramics using various hand-building techniques. Students will explore processes
individuals feel alive and helping organizations take their business to the next including pinch, coil, and slab building, as well as gain an understanding of
level. In this introductory course, students will be exposed to the design, build, the tools and methods involved in hand building. Students will learn about
execution, evaluation, and management of meaningful experiences. [**BSU glazing and how color and surface design can bring life to their unique works
Focus: Performance and Participation] of art. [**Core Curriculum Goal Area(s) 6, BSU Focus: Performance and
Participation]

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TADD 3551 Tech Toolbox I: 3ds Max (2 credits) TADD 3668 TAD LAB: Laser (2 credits)
This course is an introductory software-based course focusing on the 3ds Max There has never been a better time to learn about and try Laser cutting and
design workflow as it relates to basic modeling, necessary materials, and essential etching. This course draws a roadmap for getting started with Laser, which is also
lighting techniques. Students will learn how to use this software related to known as additive manufacturing). This course will discuss the different Laser
architectural exhibits and spaces, as well as model making, graphic design, and operations used for Vector graphics (cutting) and Raster graphics (etching).
motion graphics. This course is just the beginning of learning dozens of features Students will learn how to properly prepare digital files for projects of their
and techniques that students will someday master, from sculpting and texturing own creation and operate laser equipment. Knowledge of materials and how to
to lighting and rendering. apply them is also an important part of this course. This TAD Lab is a hands-on
production-based course that walks students through a step-by-step process of
TADD 3552 Tech Toolbox II: 3ds Max (2 credits)
Laser cutting.
This course is a level two software-based course focusing on the 3ds Max design
workflow as it relates to advanced materials, lighting and modeling techniques. TADD 3677 TAD LAB: 3D Printing (2 credits)
Prerequisite(s): TADD 3551. There has never been a better time to learn about and try 3D printing. This
course draws a roadmap for getting started with 3D printing, which is also
TADD 3553 Tech Toolbox III: 3ds Max (2 credits)
known as additive manufacturing). This course will discuss the different 3D
This course is a level three software-based course focusing on the 3ds Max design
Printers used for 3D modeling (filament-based, laser sintering, and more). This
workflow as it relates to advanced output options. Course also serves as an
TAD Lab is a hands-on production-based course that walks students through a
introduction to 3D game engines, augmented and virtual reality. Prerequisite(s):
step-by-step process of 3D printing.
TADD 3552.
TADD 3678 TAD LAB: CNC Woods (2 credits)
TADD 3557 TAD LAB: Molding & Casting (2 credits)
This course is designed to introduce students to vector-based cutting operations
In this course, students will learn how to make molds that will allow them to
in wood and paper products. Students will apply knowledge gained in the
cast multiples of practically any object using a variety of materials. Students will
classroom to sketch, create measured files in various software and execute their
gain a solid understanding of fundamental techniques that will empower them
assignments using a variety of CNC equipment available to them. Laser cutting/
to tackle almost any mold-making project. Students will discover what undercuts
etching, cardboard cutting/folding, and wood CNC milling are basic operations
are and how to recognize them on their models; they will determine what kind
we will cover.
of mold and mold material to use and how to build and adequately seal mold
walls. Mold and cast your way to a customized world! TADD 3679 TAD LAB: CNC Metals (2 credits)
This course is designed to introduce students to vector-based cutting operations
TADD 3558 TAD LAB: Machining (2 credits)
in metal. Students will apply knowledge gained in the classroom to sketch, create
This course introduces students to the basics of operating a lathe and a milling
measured files in various software and execute their assignments using a variety
machine. Students will learn essential machine and lab safety procedures, use of
of CNC equipment available to them.
bench tools, layout tools, drill presses, precision measurement tools, and various
hand tools related to the machine shop. Students will study the vertical milling TADD 3680 TAD LAB: AutoCAD (2 credits)
machine and the horizontal lathe as well as their components and controls. They This course introduces students to the use and application of Autodesk
will gain an understanding of speeds and feeds, utilizing various tools and tool AutoCAD software. AutoCAD is used by architects, designers, model makers,
holders. They will identify basic tool geometry, and the use of standard lathe engineers, and other makers. Students will learn to use AutoCAD to turn ideas
spindle tooling. into designs that flow into 3D modeling and other output formats.
TADD 3559 TAD LAB: Traditional Woods (2 credits) TADD 3700 Materials, Lighting, and Structures (2 credits)
In this foundational woodworking course, students will learn the basics of the This course is an overview of the materials, lighting, and structures used in
traditional woodshop. This course serves as the prerequisite for makers to reach the exhibit industry. Students will explore fabric, aluminum extrusion systems,
their full potential. Students will go through a learning process grounded in printing substrates, sustainable options, lighting technologies, and building
understanding hand tools and grow into learning more high-tech woodshop techniques.
processes. Once students complete this foundational course, they will have the TADD 3750 Tradeshow Exhibit Design (2 credits)
skills and confidence to continue excelling as a maker in the woodshop. This course aims to help make students better understand the art of creating
TADD 3660 TAD LAB: Welding (2 credits) immersive experiences that tell a story. Tradeshows are not new but designing
This course will provide students with entry-level skills in Welding. This course meaningful experiences with intentionality is an entirely new industry. This
includes basic welding theory, safety in welding, introduction to oxygen, basic form of spatial storytelling takes guests through meaningful experiences that
weld symbols for blueprint reading. Students will learn oxyacetylene welding incorporate graphics, spatial planning, architecture, modern media, theatrical
using the cutting torch and brazing, electric arc and other welding techniques, arts, interaction, entertainment, marketing, learning, lighting, engineering,
and stick welding with a variety of electrodes in the flat and horizontal fillet networking, personal growth, and more. This course focuses on designing
positions. immersive and experiential tradeshow exhibits for meaningful social interaction.
This class will assume that students have had some experience design coursework
TADD 3667 TAD LAB: Finishing & Aesthetics (2 credits)
under their belt and exposed to the basics of Two and Three- Dimensional
The purpose of this course is to provide the student an understanding of
Design. This course will move students into more advanced levels of experience
materials, principles, and techniques of spray finishing required to complete
design. Above all, this course encourages students to think about design by
a professional form. Processes may include model construction, surface
putting the tradeshow attendee at the center of their constructed experience.
preparation, materials selection and paint application.
Prerequisite(s): TADD 3552.
TADD 3780 Museum Experience Design (2 credits)
In this course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the different
kinds of museums (permanent, temporary, and travel), their various missions,
and their experiential characteristics (visitors, research, theories, history,
techniques, institutional challenges, educational vision, and public service)
common to museums. Students will also explore the various technical and
aesthetic approaches for designing museum experiences. The primary focus will
be the importance of quality signage, graphics, and engaging media for museums.
Prerequisite(s): TADD 3380, TADD 3552.

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TADD 3800 Tech Toolbox III: After Effects (2 credits) TADD 4430 Sculpture: CNC (2 credits)
This course builds off the video-editing techniques learned in Adobe Premiere This course introduces students to a variety CNC processes common to
Pro, the industry-leading application for video-editing. After Effects adds visual sculpture/design. Hands-on projects expand 3D design concepts through the
effects, motion graphics, and compositing capabilities to the video-editing use of design software and a variety of machines. Students will explore
skillset. Students will learn: to enhance videographic storytelling with contemporary trends and applications, as well as research cultural traditions
techniques such as keying, tracking, compositing, animation and more. throughout history. Coursework includes access to TAD Lab facilities. TADD
Prerequisite(s): TADD 3449. 3448 recommended.
TADD 3850 Digital Signage (2 credits) TADD 4630 Topics in Technology, Art & Design (1-4 credits)
Every day new digital screens are being installed at locations in every industry. Research, advanced exploration, and/or applied study of various topics related to
However, the process of developing and deploying engaging digital signage is technology, art & design.
much more complicated than simply hanging a screen and turning it on. This TADD 4700 Pop-up Shop & Visual Merchandising Design (2 credits)
production-based course will guide students through the process of creating Pop-up shops are the temporary use of physical space to create a meaningful
an effective digital signage strategy, from understanding the user and the experience with current or potential customers. A pop-up shop allows an
environment to building experiential content. Learning will focus on storytelling organization to communicate brand promises through the use of a unique and
and effective communication through the creation of digital signage and motion engaging physical environment while creating an immersive shopping
graphics. Students will explore the software, tools, and techniques needed to experience. Designing pop-up shops and visual merchandising displays into
start designing meaningful digital signs in 2D and 3D. Prerequisite(s): TADD unforgettable experiences is what this course is all about. Prerequisite(s): TADD
2300. 3552.
TADD 3899 Junior Culmination: Internship Planning (2 credits) TADD 4750 Event Design (2 credits)
In this course, students learn the importance of the internship game, which Event design is the application of form and experience processes to invent
will give the tools needed to get an internship and the necessary actions for festivals, conferences, ceremonies, weddings, formal parties, concerts,
turning that internship into an eventual career. This course will give student tradeshows, or large conventions. It involves studying the brand, identifying its
artists and designers professional guidance to them to where they want to be target audience, devising the event concept, and imagining all aspects before
after graduation. Students will learn how to apply entrepreneurial strategies to actually building and launching the event. In this course, students will learn a
their own life, their internship decisions, and their eventual career. Whether systematic visual approach to event design grounded in experience and based on
students want to work for a giant multinational corporation, a small local stakeholder needs. Prerequisite(s): TADD 3380, TADD 3552.
business, or launch their own business, this course will provide vital information
and help them develop a personalized plan for their future. Prerequisite(s): TADD 4800 Advanced Typography (2 credits)
Instructor consent. This class is an advanced exploration of the elements and forms of typography.
We will address the role of these elements as highly abstracted symbols that
TADD 4020 Web & Social Media Design (2 credits) nevertheless function as the vehicle for the most literal and expressive
In this course, students will discover how to communicate creatively through communication. This class is an opportunity for advanced design students to
websites and social media platforms. Students will learn about the key features develop portfolio quality pieces which demonstrate their breadth of expression
on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other platforms to grow an online as well as their personal aesthetic of type. Prerequisite(s): TADD 3020, TADD
presence. This course examines how to designs websites and social media 3040.
platforms to extend experiences beyond the face-to-face world and into the
virtual world. By the end of this course, students will have a solid introduction TADD 4810 Advanced Extended Reality (2 credits)
to these key platforms so that they can design a virtual strategy that increases This course turns student's understanding of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented
brand awareness and maximizes opportunities for meaningful experiences. reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) into advanced knowledge of Extended
Prerequisite(s): TADD 2300. Reality (XR). This course goes beyond the latest developments in hardware,
software, equipment, and computing and their impact on creating meaningful
TADD 4040 UX Design (2 credits) human-centered experiences. Students will learn how knowledge in XR can
A good user experience design (UX Design) keeps visitors engaged. A bad one be maximized and applied in the real world, ultimately making students more
will make them go somewhere else. This class teaches students how to apply employable after graduation. Prerequisite(s): TADD 3553.
simple UX design principles to make users behave in the way that designers
want and expect when creating compelling digital experiences. Students will TADD 4820 Advanced Experience Design (2 credits)
learn Adobe XD's capabilities and features to go from concept to interactive This course aims to help students create immersive experiences that tell
prototype. Prerequisite(s): TADD 3850. meaningful stories. Designing such meaningful experiences with intentionality
is an advanced art form. This advanced form of spatial storytelling takes guests
TADD 4120 Illustrative Storytelling (2 credits) through meaningful experiences that incorporate graphics, spatial planning,
The course will integrate image and text within a design context to promote a architecture, modern media, theatrical arts, interaction, entertainment,
comprehensive understanding of the role of the illustrator, the art director, and marketing, learning, lighting, engineering, networking, personal growth, and
the designer. Students are required to think beyond the content and aesthetics more. This advanced course assumes that students have had most other design-
of an image and consider the formal and conceptual context of its application. related coursework under their belt. Above all, this course prepares students
Prerequisite(s) TADD 3100, TADD 3140, TADD 3160, TADD 3180. for employment and encourages them to put the guest at the center of the
TADD 4190 Animated Illustration (2 credits) experience. Prerequisite(s): TADD 3750, TADD 3780.
This course allows students to get creative and transform concepts into
meaningful 2D animations. Students will investigate the concepts and tools used
for creating time and motion-based animations. Prerequisite(s): TADD 3100,
TADD 3140, TADD 3160, TADD 3180.

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TADD 4830 Advanced Event Planning & Project Management (2 credits) TADD 4880 Advanced Illustration (2 credits)
Advanced Event Planning & Project Management is a culminating course that This course is an advanced level exploration of conceptual approaches to the
provides students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge creation of illustration in addition to continued exploration of processes and
learned from previous courses. Students will increase their level of expertise techniques on an advanced level. This course will also give students the
and confidence through the planning and managing of a simulated educational opportunity to create significant works to add to a senior portfolio.
project. Students in this class will learn to work in a team to develop the Prerequisite(s): TADD 4120.
conceptualization of an event and manage it to its completion. Successful TADD 4897 Senior Exhibition (0 credit)
students in this class will be expected to employ all the communication, design, Students will work with the professor to create a solo or team art exhibition.
management, and planning skills learned in previous courses. Students will
understand deadlines as an essential component in this course and to utilize TADD 4898 Advanced Graphic Design (2 credits)
external vendors to ensure a successful and enjoyable event that meets goals and This course is an opportunity for students to achieve and become creative
expectations. Prerequisite(s): TADT 1111. graphic design professionals. Before students take this course, they should have
learned all the foundational skills in Graphic Design. The intension of this
TADD 4840 Advanced Interactive Multimedia Design (2 credits) course to take those foundational skills to the next level and become a unique
The future of typography and motion graphics is here. Type is conquering design professional that stands out in a seemingly overcrowded industry. From
motion, space, and interaction to play across all media. Imagine type that is day one of this course, students will hit the ground running, and ignite their
alive and dynamic, that adapts to the environment. This Advanced Interactive inspiration into creative ideas. This course focuses on becoming a design
Multimedia course provides students with this form of storytelling expressed in professional that utilizes and expands students' design skills and abilities through
a variety of visual media and environments, including screen-based, print-based, a professionally crafted portfolio. Prerequisite(s): TADD 4800.
and emerging media. This course explores the new ecosystems that typography
now resides in and the tools that designers can use to develop meaningful TADD 4899 Senior Culmination: Career Planning (2 credits)
interactive content and experiences. Students will also learn about the exciting In this course, students will explore the volatile, and sometimes scary,
career opportunities in this cutting-edge space. The goal of this course is for employment landscape. Students will learn the importance of creating a career
students to build from previous interactive and multimedia coursework and plan that allows them to pursue their future. An effective career plan will allow
develop professional portfolio pieces through a production-based learning students to determine essential goals, articulate a pathway reach goals, and
experience. Prerequisite(s): TADD 4040. assemble a body of work (portfolio) to market themselves to key stakeholders.
This course will give student artists and designers professional guidance to land
TADD 4850 Advanced Branding & Identity Design (2 credits) their next opportunity, whether students want to work for a giant multinational
This course is an advanced theoretical study of the visual and conceptual corporation, a small local business, or launch their own business. Topics will
problems related to branding. Students also practice digital print production include dream jobs, graduate school, lifelong learning, career planning,
management techniques for all digital assets, and digital layout assembly to negotiation, interviewing, monetization of passion, personal branding,
create full visual identity systems, and related marketing materials. networking, presentation skills, and how to build a compelling portfolio.
Prerequisite(s): TADD 3340. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
TADD 4860 Advanced Prototype Engineering & Model Making (2 credits) TADD 4917 DIS Tchg Assoc | (1-2 credits)
In this course the student will work in collaboration with an industry Directed Independent Study | Teaching Associate
professional to construct a physical architectural or prototype model. This
project will be determined by the student¿s desired career path. This project
will require a culmination of skill sets learned to complete the project as well
All-University Courses
as the appropriate use of materials, processes and interpretation of client
documentation. Emphasis will be on shop safety, accuracy, and professionalism, The course numbers listed below, not always included in the semester class
and project management, problem solving and working within specified schedule, may be registered for by consent of the advisor, instructor, or
tolerances. Prerequisite(s): Senior status. department chair, or may be assigned by the department when warranted.
Individual registration requires previous arrangement by the student and the
TADD 4867 Advanced Studio Practice (2 credits) completion of any required form or planning outline as well as any prerequisites.
This Studio-based course is project-based. This format is grounded in sound
adult learning theory (andragogy) and is often more popular with students than 1910, 2910, 3910, 4910 DIRECTED INDEPENDENT STUDY
traditional lecture-based format. In this course, students will work on a complex 1920, 2920, 3920, 4920 DIRECTED GROUP STUDY
and demanding project for the entire semester or predetermined timeline. The 1930, 2930, 3930, 4930 EXPERIMENTAL COURSE
goal of this course is for students to explore an advanced topic of personal 1940, 2940, 3940, 4940 IN-SERVICE COURSE
interest. The student will guide much of the coursework and the direction of the 1950, 2950, 3950, 4950 WORKSHOP, INSTITUTE, TOUR
project. Therefore, this format requires students to take responsibility for their 1960, 2960, 3960, 4960 SPECIAL PURPOSE INSTRUCTION
learning and their time. The course facilitator is there to help students start the 1970, 2970, 3970, 4970 INTERNSHIP
project, provide essential resources, and be on hand as a resource for students to 1980, 2980, 3980, 4980 RESEARCH
use. The course facilitator is a mentor in the process, acting as a learning guide, 1990, 2990, 3990, 4990 THESIS
not an authority. Course is repeatable for up to 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): TAD
Common Core or instructor consent.
TADD 4870 Advanced 3D Arts (2 credits)
This course is an advanced level exploration of conceptual approaches to the
creation of sculptural forms in addition to continued exploration of processes
and techniques on an advanced level. This course will also give students the
opportunity to create significant works to add to a senior portfolio.
Prerequisite(s): TADD 4430, Instructor consent.

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