Fall 2020 Courses

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  • ENG 587 Interdisciplinary Studies in English
    Content varies. Selected topics and issues that cross disciplinary boundaries in English Studies. May be repeated for credit with different topics. Topic this semester is “Methods and Theories in Media Studies.”
    Weds 1:30p-4:15pm G126 Tompkins Hall Burgess, Helen
  • CRD 702 Rhetoric and Digital Media (cross-listed in Communications)
    Critical study and evaluation of the conceptual vocabulary of rhetoric and its relationship to digital communication and digital media.
    Tues 1:30pm-4:15pm 150 Withers Hall Goodwin, Jean
  • HI 599 Independent Study
    Individualized study conducted under supervision of graduate faculty. Course of study, assigned readings, course projects or papers, and methods of evaluating work to be details in writing and approved by department head.
  • CSC 116 Introduction to Computing - Java**
    An introductory course in computing in Java. Emphasis on algorithm development and problem solving. Careful and methodical development of Java applications and applets from specifications; documentation and style; appropriate use of control structures; classes and methods; data types and data abstraction; object-oriented programming and design; software testing. Most seats reserved for Computer Science majors.
    Multiple times available. Please refer to the
    course catalog.
  • CSC 281 Foundations of Interactive Game Design**
    Surveys history, technology, narrative, ethics and design of interactive computer games. Work in teams to develop novel game designs and computer games. Introduction to the interplay of narrative, technology, rule systems, play and culture in the creation of interactive games. Programming experience not required. Enrollment restricted to students with at least sophomore status.
    Mon & Weds 10:15am-11:30am 434 Daniels Hall Jhala, Arnav
  • ADN 423 Digital Modeling
    Hands on introduction to 3D digital modeling tools and techniques for artists and designers who want to expand their skill sets to include 3D practices. The course has applications in several disciplines including; animation, illustration, surface design and concept development. Explores the use of surface textures, lighting and compositing. Examines strategies for using 3D tools to create prototypes for physical objects, integrate 3D elements into 2D images and create models for animation.
    Mon & Weds 1:30pm-4:15pm 202 Brooks Hall Staff
  • ADN 502 Advanced Visual Laboratory***
    A general title of Advanced Visual Laboratories under the supervision of an Art and Design faculty member to provide intensive experimental work in various phenomena and disciplines related to design.
    Multiple times available. Please refer to the
    course catalog.
  • ECI 511 Computer Applications and Curriculum Integration
    Introduction to the Learning, Design, and Technology master’s program at NC Carolina State University and to the field of instructional design and educational technology, with an investigation of relevant careers, important theories and models guiding practice, and noteworthy research findings by area.
    TBD Distance Education-Internet McKeown, Julia O’Neal
  • ECI 515 Cultural Investigations and Technical Representations in Education
    Examination of contemporary approaches that educators can use to help their students construct cultural understanding in education settings through investigations and technical representations of culture with emerging tools [e.g., mapped cultural tours, AR/VR heritage exhibition, documentary, social media, games, fabrication, data analytics and visualization].
    TBD Distance Education-Internet Oliver, Kevin M
  • ECI 516 Design and Evaluation of Instructional Materials
    Characteristics and selection of various media for instruction and their use in educational settings. Design and production of instructional materials. Analysis of research in the field. Individualized projects and assignments. Application of grounded research and theory concerning learning to design of instructional materials. Structured projects and practical experiences used to transfer design principles and evaluate instructional products.
    TBD Distance Education-Internet Eseryel, Deniz
  • ECI 546 New Literacies and Media
    Critical analysis of new literacies that are prompted by emerging technologies and participatory media in K-12. Design and application of new literacies and media instructional practices to literacy curriculum and other discipline areas.
    Multiple times available. Please refer to the
    course catalog.

* Available to doctoral students only.

** Courses at the 200-level cannot count toward the certificate's credit hours but may be elected.

*** These courses have prerequisites in the College of Design: ADN 419 requires ADN 105 and ADN 219; ADN 561 requires ADN 460 and ADN 419.