DESIGN 4403: Design Media III for Visual Communication Design
Extended reality, immersive environments, and interactive media strategies for Visual Communication Design.
Credit Hours
3
Prerequisite: Admission to Bachelor of Science in Design - Visual Communication Design program; or permission of instructor.
Overview
Students in this course will lead this initiative by exploring how designers can incorporate XR systems within design processes to facilitate learning and decision-making, address identified problem spaces, and improve human-computer interactions. The course will cover the creative and technical concepts of prototyping XR experiences using Visual Communication principles, 3D computer graphics, and interactive media techniques. Students will develop skills in conceptualization, preproduction, planning, and production of interactive XR experiences.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to do the following:
- Implement design strategies to develop XR prototypes
- Identify and address technical issues in the XR design & development process
- Identify and develop strategies to address ethical, privacy, and safety concerns of XR
- Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with other designers
Textbook
- Book on reserve at the Fine Arts Library Experience on Demand: What Virtual Reality Is, How It Works, and What It Can Do - Jeremy Bailenson
Software
- We will primarily be using Autodesk Maya, Unity, and Adobe Creative Suite to complete course assignments
- All three software can be accessed on ACCAD’s computers
Course Organization
This is a 3 credit hour course that meets in person twice a week
Sample Coursework
Students can expect:
- Group discussions
- Readings and demonstrations
- Projects and workshops
Semester(s) Offered:
Autumn