COURSES TAUGHT

This course introduces students to the essential components of being a student of art and design in preparation for Art & Design foundation courses. It is designed as an orientation that will give an overview of expectations in their degree program and to strengthen their readiness for effective learning. It will introduce them to the essential academic and practical skills required to be a student of art and design through project based active learning. Students will gain an overview of program requirements alongside opportunities in the creative sector in the UAE.

This is an introductory course that focuses on the basic visual concepts of two-dimensional and three- dimensional design. The aim of this course is to teach students how to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of the visual language used in art and design, and how to use this vocabulary to effectively communicate and convey visual ideas.

Combined lecture and lab course that integrates critical thinking with professional media skills needed for exploring the creative challenges in mixed-media communication for non-fiction and/or fiction contexts; emphasis on matching audience, content and platforms–including social media–and use of multiplatform tools and concepts.

Focuses on capturing and telling stories through photographs that can be used for print and Web publications. Digital camera techniques for shooting and photo editing. Significant work will also be done in commercial, portrait, and documentary photography. Students will complete this course with a body of work worthy of submission to national photography competitions

This is an introduction to the fundamental principles of graphic design. Students gain hands-on experience with the most commonly used software packages in the field and will develop skills and concepts such as problem-solving, visual communication, research, typography, concept and design development. Students will also learn about the basics of media literacy and criticism.This course is designed to introduce the Adobe suite (Illustrator, Photoshop & Indesign) to students at a beginning level. The projects introduce software in the context of design concepts and principles , allowing students to develop a working knowledge of the design process in relation to the technology.

Digital Video I is a course where students use video as a means for studying basic techniques of filmmaking and 2D animation, students develop universal skills of expression and storytelling, and an understanding of the fundamental language and processes of digital video, from conception to final video edited works. Students learn basic digital video filming techniques including linear and nonlinear editing with Final Cut Pro software as they shoot and edit a series of 3 short individual and 1 team project. Artistic, narrative and non-narrative genres are all explored. conceptual development, narrative development, story-board development, lighting and camera techniques. Production practices include: editing, audio development, shooting, lighting, scene development, and export/output techniques.

In this course the flexibility and potential of the Web are explored. The course provides students with an introduction to user experience and user interface design and instructs them to apply the principles of design such as layout, typography, and color.

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and properties of time based graphics and motion on screen. By making different types of animation, students will experience both straight ahead animation and key-framed animation. Students will practice new skills in both traditional and digital technologies for the production of moving images.

This course allows faculty to introduce a new course offering, on a limited basis, to art programs at the intermediate level. The course is designed to take advantage of conditions or opportunities that might be topical: for example, a course involving a visiting artist or local event.

Design, implementation, and management of communication on the Web through a variety of platforms. Students will learn introductory tools and develop skills in interactive software.

This course enables students to develop advanced skills in combining video, audio, animation, photography, and print to create dynamic interactive multimedia experiences. This course explores aesthetic direction, creative processes, and effective time management while mastering multimedia authoring techniques. Applications span CDs, DVDs, and internet platforms, with a focus on film, broadcast, and journalistic contexts.

A theoretical and practical introduction to social media and its role in the media experience. Students will research how social media has transformed personal and business communication with a particular focus on their own discipline. Significant practical work with current social media platforms. Introduction to data analytics

The purpose of this course is to introduce and familiarize students with the professional practices of the art or design discipline related to their program. The process begins with the student identifying their particular goals, gaining an awareness of career path options and understanding the professional expectations within the business environment. Preparation includes developing a portfolio, honing professional writing capabilities and presentation skills, applying good research in the development of proposals, becoming familiar with basic business practices, practicing project and time management skills and preparing for interviews.