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
33431R	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Mon, Wed	19 of 20	Osvaldo Trujillo	WAH105
33432R	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tue, Thu	11 of 20	Alexis Zoto	WAH105
33433R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tue, Thu	9 of 20	Charla Elizabeth	WAH105
33434R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Mon, Wed	20 of 20	Jean Robison	WAH105

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	17 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	Syllabus	Info
33796D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tue, Thu	11 of 15	Paul Donald	WAH108
33799D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Mon, Wed	13 of 30	China Adams, Paul Donald	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	9:00-11:40am	Tue, Thu	30 of 30	Charla Elizabeth,Eric Junker	WAH118
33846R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	9 of 18		WAH118

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.
Note: Roski majors are advised not to enroll in this course. This course does not fulfill any requirments for any of the bachelor's degrees offered by Roski.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33428R	001	Lecture	3:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed	7 of 25	Charla Elizabeth	HAR117

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	Syllabus	Info
33436R	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Mon, Wed	6 of 20	Haven Lin-Kirk	WAH105
33438R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	10 of 20	Lucy Cook	WAH105

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
33266R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Monday	15 of 15	Melanie Nakaue	WAH6
33439R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Wednesday	15 of 15		WAH6
33441R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tuesday	15 of 15	Hector Torres	WAH6
33443R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Thursday	13 of 15	Jean Robison	WAH6

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	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	Canceled
33464R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Wednesday	12 of 15	Melanie Nakaue	WAH102B

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
33446R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Mon, Wed	20 of 20	China Adams	WAH102B

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
33447R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	10 of 20	Ewa Wojciak	IFT110
33448R	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Mon, Wed	11 of 20	Ewa Wojciak	IFT111

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
33451R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Monday	12 of 15	Melanie Nakaue	WAH6
33454R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Friday	9 of 15	Ginamahre Fulton	WAH6

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
33469R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tue, Thu	9 of 20	Alexis Zoto	IFT122

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
33852R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Wednesday	20 of 20	Sam Alden	HAR117

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
33468R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Mon, Wed	9 of 20	April Greiman	IFT111
33471R	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tue, Thu	13 of 20	Peter Robbins	IFT110

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
33455R	001	Lecture	2:00-3:50pm	Mon, Wed	47 of 50	Shirin Raban	HAR101

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
33289R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	Canceled	Alexis Zoto

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
33458R	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Friday	15 of 20		WAH105
33459R	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Wednesday	20 of 20	Lucy Cook	IFT110

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
33456R	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Thursday	13 of 20	Brian O'Connell	IFT110
33460R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Monday	13 of 20	Lucy Cook	IFT110

DES 333: New York Design Study Tour (2.0 units)

Historical and contemporary aspects of the New York design world, including a one-week trip to New York City to visit design firms, studios and museums. Airfare and accommodations extra. By application only.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
33322D	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Friday	Canceled	Alexis Zoto

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
33461R	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Tue, Thu	17 of 20	Bruno Lemgruber	IFT110
33462R	001	Lecture	6:00-8:40pm	Tue, Thu	16 of 20	Ewa Wojciak	IFT110

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
33466R	001	Lecture	12:00-2:40pm	Tue, Thu	18 of 20	Peter Robbins	IFT109

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	0 of 15	Brian O'Connell	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	1 of 30	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	6:00-8:40pm	Wednesday	19 of 20	Eric Junker	IFT109

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	3:00-5:40pm	Tuesday	6 of 20	Jean Robison	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	6:00-8:40pm	Monday	6 of 20	Peter Robbins	IFT109
33325D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:40am	Thursday	18 of 20	Brian O'Connell	IFT111

DES 499: Special Topics (2.0-4.0 units, max 8)

Selected topics of current interest.

Section	Session	Units	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
Speculative Ecologies: Art, Water and Sustainability
33352D	001	2.0	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled	Suzanne Lacy	TBA	PDF (237905 KB)

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	Tuesday	19 of 40	Ken Ehrlich	ATM113B
			12:00-2:40pm	Tuesday			ATM113B

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	Syllabus	Info
33599D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tuesday	12 of 13	April Greiman,Bruno Lemgruber, Brian O'Connell	OFFICE
33603D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:40pm	Tuesday	7 of 10	April Greiman,Bruno Lemgruber, Brian O'Connell	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	3:00-5:40pm	Thursday	12 of 30		ATM113B

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	12:00-2:40pm	Thursday	5 of 30	Eric Junker	ATM113A

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	TBA	Thursday	0 of 15	Haven Lin-Kirk	OFFICE

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	TBA	TBA	1 of 30	Haven Lin-Kirk	OFFICE

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	0 of 30	Antonio Bartolome	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	TBA	Friday	0 of 15	Bruno Lemgruber	OFFICE

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	Friday	9 of 16	Bruno Lemgruber	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	TBA	Friday	0 of 3	Bruno Lemgruber	OFFICE

Information accurate as of December 17, 2024 9:56 pm.
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