Cmty Dev & Apld Econ: Communication Design II (A)

About CDAE 2160 A

Explores visual communication through advanced projects in design research, planning, iteration, technical and software experimentation, and production for multi-modal design applications. Prerequisite: CDAE 1160.

Notes

Prereqs enforced by the system: CDAE 1160; Open to Degree and PACE students

Section Description

This course offers an intermediate, project-based approach to visual communication design, emphasizing the integration of text and images to create meaningful, creative, time-based designs. Students combine visual design elements with digital illustration and photography workflows to produce motion graphics.

Students will learn to apply animation principles, kinetic typography, spatial and temporal composition, color theory, and visual hierarchy to create clear, expressive motion graphics. They will develop production skills in storyboarding, styleframe design, asset preparation, keyframing, transitions, and audio-visual synchronization, integrating design theory with organized workflows to communicate ideas effectively through movement, text, imagery, and sound.

Section Expectation

Mandatory attendance for in-class demonstrations and participation in critique.
Development of portfolio quality work.

Evaluation

Applied exercises, comprehensive projects, and participation.

Important Dates

Note: These dates may change before registration begins.

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