Courses

Advanced Grammar II: Descriptive constituent analysis of syntax in the context of generative grammar its relation to syntactic structures and to sentential meaning (semantics), including error/contrastive analysis, and to pragmatics and discourse analysis.

Designed to improve the use of fundamental grammatical structures of Spanish in diverse contexts. Strong emphasis is given to the development of writing skills that are appropriate for this level. Six hours of SPA courses at the minor level required. Writing is a significant component of this course. Conducted in Spanish.

A study of more advanced grammatical, syntactical, and stylistic problems in mastering the French language with the aim of strengthening students' command of the structure of French and developing skills for more effective writing. (MULT)

This course emphasizes graphic communications. It focuses on applying design principles to projects that involve skills such as illustration, layout, typography, computer graphics, and production technology. Students should be able to utilize graphic design principles and production skills upon completion.

Implementation of design skills from previous design courses. Concentration on writing, research, design approach and final communication solutions.

Advanced studies in the discipline of graphic design with an emphasis on in-depth individually generated projects. Students will focus on professional development and portfolio preparation.

(2 clock hour lecture and 4 clock hour lab periods per week). Advanced course that integrates design principles and software, typography, digital imaging, page layout, and prepress techniques with emphasis on design process from visualization to production. Students will be responsible for the design and production of a fully integrated designs consisting of major projects including several components across multiple media forms.

(2 clock hour lecture and 4 clock hour lab periods per week). A continuation of VAR 430, which offers an opportunity for students to continue to produce redesigned printed graphic design products while expanding upon their experience in design and refining an individual style. Students will explore graphic design communication through individualized projects under the supervision of graphic design faculty. Methods of developing the student’s comprehensive interactive portfolio are explored.

Information design, package design, and advanced type and image problems. Image manipulation software.

Advanced Greek improves the student’s command of Greek through reading a variety of Greek literature and reviewing the elements of morphology and syntax. Prerequisite: GK347 Intermediate Greek.