DESGD 488
Studio Practices for Designers
Design
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Explore studio methods and practices common to the design profession.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
4
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Graphic Design BFA majors only.
Title
Design Marketing
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to understand the process of selling design, self-promotion, and the importance of building a network.
Title
Professional Practices
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to recognize that a successful, sustained career requires both the understanding and practice of sound professional practices.
Title
Project Estimating
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to implement the process of creating accurate estimates for design project costs.
Title
Starting a Design Business
Learning Outcome
Students will be aware of the legal and financial aspects of starting a design studio including business structures, licensing, tax implications, and legal liabilities.
Title
Freelance Design
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to understand the requirements of working as a freelance designer and will be prepared to effectively work in the current environment.
Title
Career Opportunities
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to compete in the design industry with appropriate job hunting, interviewing, and networking skills and be able to explore possible design career paths.
Title
Design Proposal & Contracts
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to create working proposals and contracts for the design marketplace.
Title
Intellectual Property
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discern intellectual property laws that relate to design work and understand the implications of infringement, plagiarism, copyright, trademark, licensing, and the negotiation of reproduction rights.
Title
Design Ethics
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to identify the ethical issues facing designers and understand current professional models.
Title
Design Finances
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to understand the importance of adequate financial oversight in the design process and the fundamentals of bookkeeping, expense tracking, accounts receivables, and tax preparation.
