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Digital Design Orientation (DD 160)

Term: 2025-2026 Academic Year Fall Term

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Description

This course provides an essential foundation for students entering the Digital Design program, introducing them to the industry, tools, creative workflows, and professional expectations. Students will explore career paths in graphic design, interactive media, motion graphics, game design, extended reality (XR), and digital marketing while developing essential skills in file management, project organization, critique participation, and industry best practices.
Students will gain hands-on experience with software navigation, digital asset organization, teamwork strategies, and creative problem-solving techniques. The course prepares students for collaborative projects, career readiness, and long-term professional growth. By the end, students will have built a personalized career roadmap, a creative mindset, and a foundational understanding of digital design tools and workflows.