Classes Offered - USC Schedule of Classes

Design (DES)

The Roski School of Art and Design wants to accommodate as many majors, minors, and non-majors as possible in its classes. For departmental clearances, please read and follow the d-clearance directions found in the Student Resources section of the Roski website: roski.usc.edu/resources/student. Remember, a section of a course only requires D-clearance if there is a "D" following the section number. A section with an "R" following the section number does not require D-clearance.

DES 102: Design Fundamentals (4.0 units)

Introduction to the basic elements and processes of visual communication and design. Instruction includes studio projects, lectures and readings. Various media used.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location
33431D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Mon, Wed	8 of 20	Melanie Nakaue	HAR117
33432D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tue, Thu	10 of 20	Charla Elizabeth	HAR117
33433D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	14 of 20	Lucy Cook	HAR117
33434D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Mon, Wed	19 of 20	China Adams	HAR117
33435D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Mon, Wed	16 of 20	Helene Reiner	HAR117

Crosslist DES 105: Art and Design Studio I (4.0 units)

Introduction to the fundamental elements in art making, design creation and thinking, including key principles of process and critical analysis.

Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 105.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33795D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	14 of 30	Sherin Guirguis	WAH108

Crosslist DES 106: Art and Design Studio II (4.0 units)

Introduction to the fundamental elements in art making, design creation and thinking, including the key principles of process and critical analysis.

Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 106.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location
33796D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tue, Thu	19 of 30	China Adams, Caroline Clerc	WAH118
33798D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	25 of 30	China Adams, Paul Donald	WAH118
33799D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Mon, Wed	9 of 30	Paul Donald,David Kelley	WAH118

Crosslist DES 110: Drawing for Art and Design (4.0 units)

An introduction to drawing, both skill and perception oriented, as the basic tool for all the visual arts and design.

Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 110.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33844D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Mon, Wed	29 of 30	Charla Elizabeth,Nery Lemus	WAH118
33845D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	18 of 18	Ruby Osorio	WAH102A

DES 123xg: The Design Challenge: Exploring the Design Process (4.0 units)

An overview of the creative design process and introduction to techniques to solve visual problems.

General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33427D	001	Lecture	9:00-10:50am	Mon, Wed	8 of 25	Charla Elizabeth	WAH118

DES 202: Design II (4.0 units)

Exploration of essential elements of traditional and digital design, including color and image-text integration, editing information, typography and sequencing.

Prerequisite: 1 from (FADN 102 or DES 102)
Corequisite: 1 from (FADN 203 or DES 203)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location
33436D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tue, Thu	6 of 20	Osvaldo Trujillo	WAH105
33437D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Mon, Wed	5 of 20	Osvaldo Trujillo	HAR112D
33438D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tue, Thu	13 of 20	Eric Junker	HAR112D

DES 203: Digital Tools for Design (2.0 units)

Exploration of the processes of germination, ideation and application/execution in design integrated with computer usage.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus
33266D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tuesday	16 of 16	Hector Torres	ONLINE	Word (167443 KB)
33439D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Monday	11 of 15	Laurie Burruss	ONLINE	PDF (369826 KB)
33441D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Thursday	14 of 15	Ginamahre Fulton	ONLINE
33442D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Wednesday	14 of 15	Laurie Burruss	ONLINE	PDF (369826 KB)
33443D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Wednesday	13 of 15	Melanie Nakaue	ONLINE

DES 213: Digital Tools in 3D Design (2.0 units)

3D digital modeling, rendering, digital capture and production methods for product, package and environmental design.

Prerequisite: 1 from (FADN 102 or DES 102)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33463D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Tuesday	13 of 15	Ginamahre Fulton	HAR112D & ONLINE
33464D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	9 of 15	Melanie Nakaue	WAH6 & ONLINE

DES 230: 3D Design: Materials and Tools (4.0 units)

Introduction to the study of 3-D Design. Includes a wide investigation of materials, tools, and techniques specific to dimensional design as they apply to package, product, and environmental design.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 102 or FADN 102 or ART 140)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33444D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Mon, Wed	12 of 20	Jason Ellenburg	HAR112D	PDF (100143 KB)
33446D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Mon, Wed	12 of 20	Alexis Zoto	HAR112D

DES 302: Design III (4.0 units)

Advanced exploration of typography and image-text integration, including collaborative projects, pre-press and proofing techniques, narrative concepts and information architecture.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 202 or FADN 202)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33447D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	19 of 20	Eric Junker	WAH105
33448D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Mon, Wed	8 of 20	Bruno Lemgruber	WAH105

DES 303: Web Design (2.0 units)

A workshop-based course that focuses on software applications in design and web design.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 203 or FADN 203)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33450D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Monday	13 of 15	Eugene Ahn	ONLINE
33451D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	13 of 15	Eugene Ahn	ONLINE

DES 313: Graphic Design in Fashion (4.0 units)

An intensive studio and lecture course focusing on the applications of graphic design in fashion and related fields.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 102 or FADN 102)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33469D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tue, Thu	18 of 20	Helene Reiner	WAH105

Crosslist DES 314: Illustration for Art and Design (2.0 units)

Illustration techniques and professional practices across the range of fine art, comics, editorial illustration, narrative arts, visual development and others. Digital and hybrid approaches.

Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 314.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33852D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	19 of 20	Angie Wang	WAH118	PDF (798136 KB)

DES 322: Publication Design (4.0 units)

Application of layout, typography, design principles and image making in the design and production of books, magazines, zines and digital books.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 202 or FADN 202) and 1 from (DES 203 or FADN 203)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33468D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Mon, Wed	19 of 20	Peter Robbins	IFT109

DES 323g: Design Theory (4.0 units)

A comprehensive study of visual communication focusing on graphic design from 1900 to the present. An introduction to design thinking, language and principles including political and cultural implications.

General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33455D	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Mon, Wed	49 of 50	Jason Ellenburg	HAR101	PDF (303445 KB)

DES 330: 3D Design: Objects and Space (4.0 units)

A continuation of DES 230 to produce finished models and prototypes of package, product and environmentally-based designs in actual and virtual space.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 230 or FADN 230)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33289D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	6 of 20	Alexis Zoto	HAR112D

DES 332a: Typography (2.0 units)

The study of visual communication through the use of letterforms from historical tradition to contemporary experimental rebellion.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33458D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Monday	17 of 20	Peter Robbins	WAH105
33459D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	8 of 20	Hector Torres	HAR117	Word (167626 KB)

DES 332b: Typography (2.0 units)

Continuation of DES 332a.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 332A or FADN 332A)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33456D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Thursday	9 of 20	Carlos Avila	HAR112D
33460D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Wednesday	18 of 20	Peter Robbins	WAH105

DES 402: Advanced Design Projects (4.0 units, max 12)

Advanced information design within a flexible curriculum. Emphasis on team-oriented projects.

Prerequisite: 1 from (FADN 302 or DES 302)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33461D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Mon, Wed	19 of 20	Ewa Wojciak	WAH105
33462D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Tue, Thu	12 of 20	Bruno Lemgruber	WAH105

DES 413: Professional Practice in Design (4.0 units)

A summation of one's practice, with a focus on transitioning to a career as a professional designer.

Prerequisite: 1 from (DES 402 or FADN 402)
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33466D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tue, Thu	22 of 22	Bruno Lemgruber	WAH118

DES 418: Independent Studies in Design (1.0-4.0 units, max 12)

Independent research of specific topics under the direction of a faculty member. Administrative and faculty approval required.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33805D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	5 of 15	Brian O'Connell, Alexis Zoto	OFFICE

Crosslist DES 419: Professional Internship in the Arts (2.0 units, max 4)

An experiential/academic opportunity in a museum, gallery, community cultural center or related facility. Lectures, seminars, written analysis and working internship.

Crosslist: This course is offered by the ART department but may qualify for major credit in DES. To register, enroll in ART 419.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33794D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	27 of 35	Antonio Bartolome	OFFICE

DES 432: Special Projects in Design (2.0 units)

Students work on projects for outside clients, and receive instruction in professional practices, advanced design techniques, and sophisticated technology. By invitation or portfolio review only. Only open to upper division students.

Prerequisite: 1 from (FADN 302 or DES 302)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33326D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Friday	23 of 23	Eric Junker	WAH105

DES 494a: Senior Thesis (2.0 units)

Research and writing of a senior-level thesis or thesis project under the supervision of a faculty committee.

Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Design
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33324D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Wednesday	13 of 20	Brian O'Connell	IFT109

DES 494b: Senior Thesis (2.0 units)

Research and writing of a senior-level thesis or thesis project under the supervision of a faculty committee.

Prerequisite: DES 494A
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Design
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33323D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Wednesday	18 of 20	Brian O'Connell	IFT109
33325D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	11 of 20	Brian O'Connell	IFT109

DES 514: Designers in Residence Forum (2.0 units, max 4)

Seminar in the professional practice of design featuring formal presentations and mentoring opportunities by designers in residence.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33602D	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Thursday	27 of 40	April Greiman	ATM113B	PDF (300462 KB)
			6:00-8:40pm	Thursday

DES 520: Individual Studies (2.0 units, max 8)

Investigation of creative problems through various design media.

Note: Students work with distinguished faculty and visiting design professionals through a series of private studio meetings. Visits typically occur weekly, but may occur more or less frequently, as determined by the students' needs and faculty advisors.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location
33599D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	2 of 25	Jean Robison	OFFICE
33600D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Thursday	5 of 25	April Greiman	ATM113B
33601D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	6 of 25	Laurie Burruss	ATM113B
33603D	001	Lecture	TBA	Tuesday	13 of 25	Ewa Wojciak	OFFICE

DES 523: Design Theory (4.0 units)

A critical examination of issues, theories, movements and practices that are relevant to the contemporary professional designer.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33608D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Thursday	19 of 30	Jason Ellenburg	ATM113A

DES 530: Design Studio Co-Lab (2.0 units, max 6)

A critical examination of contextual issues, theories, movements and ideas that are relevant to the contemporary design practice in collaboration with a professional client.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33604D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:20pm	Tuesday	12 of 30	Ewa Wojciak	ATM113B

DES 550: Advancement (2.0 units)

A preparatory workshop to prepare students advancing to candidacy.

Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33605D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Thursday	2 of 15	Ewa Wojciak	ATM113A

DES 590: Directed Research (1.0-12.0 units, max 12)

Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department.

Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33609D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Friday	7 of 30	Ewa Wojciak	ATM113B

DES 591: Field Internship Experience (2.0 units)

Supervised internship in a design firm, or with an independent designer, on projects and research specific to design practice.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33611D	001	Lecture	TBA	TBA	2 of 30	Ewa Wojciak	OFFICE

DES 594a: Master's Thesis (2.0 units)

Credit on acceptance of thesis.

Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33606D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tuesday	0 of 15	Ewa Wojciak	ATM113B

DES 594b: Master's Thesis (2.0 units)

Credit on acceptance of thesis.

Prerequisite: DES 594A
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33607D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tuesday	9 of 15	Ewa Wojciak	ATM113B

DES 594z: Master's thesis (0.0 units)

Credit upon acceptance of master's thesis.

Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33610D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tuesday	3 of 3	Ewa Wojciak	ATM113B

Information accurate as of October 2, 2023 7:43 am.
Download as a spreadsheet