CDES 2226Design Inquiry

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Prerequisite(s): ART 1101 and (ARTH 1700 or ARTH 1800) and (ART 1501 or ART 1531 or IND 2100); or (JMP 2430 and JMP 1000 and ART 1531); or (MKT 3000); or permission of department Students in this course are introduced to the fundamental theories, principles, and objectives of the communication design field. Critical frameworks presented in readings respond to historic and contemporary contexts that define design practice and its impacts. The function of designed communications as products, services, and experiences are assessed in their relationship to culture through social, economic, and environmental factors. Theoretical and practical content includes the role technology and audience experience play in a contemporary context where "design" is ubiquitous.