The graphic design program at Midwestern State University serves to prepare its students to solve creative challenges. Through a variety of courses covering the four main arenas of graphic design: print, publication, animation, and web, students will become equipped to enter the design industry.
ART 2713: Graphic Design I, Introduction to Graphic Design
Prerequisites: ART 1113, 1333 or consent of instructor.
Introduction to the fundamental components of design theory and the history of graphic design. Creation of solutions to design problems through conceptualization, research, execution, and presentation of projects. Overview of design methodologies.
ART 3703: Graphic Design II, Print Design
Prerequisite: ART 2713 or consent of instructor.
This course focuses on the production side of graphic design introducing tools and software for print output with research based projects.
ART 3713: Graphic Design III, Publication Design
Prerequisite: ART 3703 or consent of instructor.
Introduction to UX design (user experience). Projects focus on design thinking that includes empathy with users, user pain points, and design solutions. Projects are research based and include building wireframes, mock ups, and prototypes.
ART 4703: Graphic Design IV, Animation
Prerequisite: ART 3713 or consent of instructor.
Projects focus on storyboards and concept design to produce projects in Adobe Animate and After Effects.
ART 4713: Graphic Design V, Web Development
Prerequisite: ART 4703 or consent of instructor.
Introduction to HTML, CSS, and portfolio site development. Advanced individual problems in graphic design with further emphasis on the development of a personal direction stressing production of works suitable for use in the Senior Capstone.
