DES 071Industrial Design/London3-6
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 6
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- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
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- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
Syracuse University · Courses
DES
93 courses with the subject DES, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DES 100Selected Topics1-6
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 101Digital Tools for Designers I3
Introduction to digital design software processes to create and manipulate vector and raster-based imagery and gain an understanding of publication software for layout and printed media.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 102Digital Tools for Designers II3
Builds on the core concepts and skills learned in DES 101. This course introduces students to digital 3D rendering, motion graphics and basic online presence.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 103Analog Design Tools3
This course introduces students to two and three-dimensional visualization methods for the design fields. These methods will include hand drawing as well as modeling with paper/card, wood and plastic.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 105First Year Forum1
This course introduces first-year students in the School of Design to curricula and employment trajectories in their chosen fields. Faculty, students, and alumni speak once a week as a way to help students make final decisions about their career path.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Credit unit
- Credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 113History of Modern Design: 1850-Present3
Lectures, readings, discussion, and written assignments develop visual literacy, critical, and communication skills integral to understanding design within its historical, social, and cultural context.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 114Design, Cultural Traditions and the Environment3
Evolution of exterior and interior architecture and decorative arts in relation to environment and mode of life throughout history. Traces design history through the lens of sustainable practices.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 121Design Odyssey3
A gateway experience exploring the nature of design creativity and multi-disciplinary problem solving.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 143Visual Presentation and Drawing for Designers3
Drawing techniques in freehand sketching and rendered presentations for design practice. Problems in quick techniques and various media.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 144Drafting for Designers3
Orthographic Drawing techniques and practices for designing.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 145Introductory Environmental Design I3
Concepts used in decision making and tools necessary for translating these concepts into visual statements.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 146Fundamentals of Environmental + Interior Design3
Design relationships and coordinates as determinates of functional, structural, and aesthetic qualities of interior environments; the physical/cultural context and method for translating programmatic requirements into three-dimensional design decisions. Overview and application of elements and principles of design.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 182Toy Design & Character Development3
Character development and toy design. 3-D studio course. Toys used as subject matter to develop aptitude with: spatial thinking, concept development, physical prototyping, use of basic mechanics, and woodworking tools and techniques.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 200Selected Topics1-6
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 202Contemporary Issues in Design3
Overviews contemporary issues and trends in 21st century design.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 221Handweaving3
Use of the floor loom for exploration of making many kinds of cloth. Focus on color, pattern, texture, and a variety of interlacements of yarn.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 246Analysis of Color for Production3
Color theory for decorative design. Effect of color selection, media, and rendering techniques on production. Introduction to professional color research.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 248Design Issues3
Issues of design in relationship with sustainable systems, technology, organic design, the humanities, social sciences, and natural/physical sciences. Interaction between design and other disciplines.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 252Environmental Design II3
Medium-scale space planning, tenant development, interior design, and documentation for the humane work environment and public spaces. Corporate structure, sustainability, materials, lighting, and construction methods.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 267Textiles for Designers3
Overview of important textile fibers, yearns, and fabric constructions related to end-use applications in design.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 270Experience Credit1-6
Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 280International Course0-15
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution's practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student's transcript.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 0
- Credits (max)
- 15
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 281Design Symposium1
Visiting professionals examine and discuss design disciplines.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Credit unit
- Credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 290Independent Study1-6
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 300Selected Topics1-6
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 302Design Thinking & Ideas3
Introduction of major theories and writings about design within a historical context. Provide students with a theoretical toolkit for exploring design and other creative work.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 303Soft Goods Design and Production3
Designer exploration of sewn products for production. Deconstruct/construct, pattern, fabricate, prototype, and analyze user interface for soft sewn non-apparel product design.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 304Collaborative Design3
Collaborative Design focuses on inquiry-based learning that involves groups of designers from diverse backgrounds and interests to work together to design innovative and transformative spaces, services, and products in project based environment.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 305Digital Design Techniques I3
Explores the capabilities of industry-standard design software to develop and preflight multi-page layouts for printed distribution, with precise control over typography and composition. Projects stress essential design and pre-press techniques applicable to all design disciplines. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 306Digital Design Techniques II3
Introduces students to the two central practices of today's designers, creating vector illustrations and manipulating digital imagery. Using industry-standard design software, assignments provide practical experience for generating professional illustrations and image-based work. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 307Digital Design Techniques III3
Introduces students to the industry-leading programming environment for producing interactive content on the web, smartphones, tablets, and televisions. Assignments provide practical experience for generating professional animated work.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 310Inclusive Design Intelligence ++3
Students you will gather insights to explore challenges and opportunities related to Intellectual Disability; gain empathy and insights through a series lectures, in-class exercises, field research, and immersive experiences. As an incubator for innovation, the goal is to envision, prototype and test ideas that will have a lasting quality of life impact. Additinoal work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 312Interior Furnishings3
Design of decorative patterns for residential and commercial interior environments. Emphasis will be on the psychological effects of pattern and color. Specific repeats, rendering and presentation techniques for furnishing appropriate to end-use market production. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 314History of the Bauhaus: Studies in Material Culture3
An overview of the Bauhaus, its important personalities, and its contribution to the development of twentieth-century design and architecture.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 315Digital Fabric Printing3
Explores the color, scale and design benefits of digital printing. Student designs become the impetus for learning computer-aided repeat and layout systems of fabric design development for multiple applications.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 320Wondering the Alphabet3
A unique look into the English alphabet. This interesting collection of lectures and assignments reveals personal relationships of sounds and shapes the alphabet offers. Students explore creative writing and typographic communication in an unusual design context.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 321Perceptions of Reality in the Digital Context3
Explores nature, money, power, ownership, friendship, and democracy in digital scenarios. The specific focus is online and networked situations.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 322Made In Italy: Business, Craftsmanship and Branding Success3
Developments and marketing trends in the Italian design industry and the production of luxury accessories. Special attention devoted to different aspects of traditional artisanship and specific marketing strategies to achieve success.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 330Revolution in Print: Design and Activism3
This course will examine how design and print media has informed social protest and activism in the United States.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 335App Design and Prototyping3
Planning, Design, and Digital prototyping of mobile devices (smart phones, tablets, watches) for multiple operating systems. User experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) best practices. Wireframes, flow mapping, and user testing for mobile operating systems. Additional work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 341Fabrication Skills and Methods3
Introduction to wood and metal shop construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 342Computer Generated Fabrication3
Introduction to computer generation construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 352Environmental Design Directed Research3-6
Research for the design of interior environments: lighting, technology, furniture, materials, special populations, ergonomics, environmental and future needs.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 363Design Innovation and Ideation3
Design Innovation using non-linear and iterative processes. Uncover and iteratively address user needs, challenge assumptions, redefine problems. Value creation with a bias toward action to address both wicked and tame problems in industry and society. Identification and exploration of possibilities over problems as a path forward. Additional work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 380International Course1-12
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution's practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student's transcript.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 12
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 390Independent Study1-6
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 400Selected Topics1-6
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 431Art Nouveau Design and Architecture: Studies in Material Culture3
Introduction to the historical and social context that gave rise to Art Nouveau, its various manifestations, and the important practitioners and promoters of this movement in Europe and the United States.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 450Adaptive Design3
Adaptive Design focuses on the creative relationships between people with disabilities, clinicians, and designers. This course centers on dialogue, interviewing, collaborative teaming, and co-design, creating custom solutions to meet specific needs for those in the disabled community. Additional work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 451Community Projects Studio3
Focus on a community design project; residential, commercial, hospitality, institutional, retail and health care for the purpose of having the experience of working with real clients and developing collaborative skills.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 452Branding and Marketing Works3
Interdisciplinary design studio focused on branding and marketing. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 470Experience Credit1-6
Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 480International Course1-12
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution's practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student's transcript.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 12
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 481Design for Production I3
Examine how to develop and grow ideas to create a viable design product. Explore the necessary steps to make a design suitable for production.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 482Design for Production II3
Examine how to take designs and create prototypes. Explore branding of design products and necessary steps to make a product feasible.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 485Multidisciplinary Design Studio3
Project oriented design studio required of design and other majors admitted to the Florence Design Program.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 490Independent Study1-6
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 500Selected Topics1-6
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 547Research Methods and Design3
Introduction to methodologies, research design and application, and the foundations of ethical research.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 561Furniture and Light Workshop3
Design and development of experimental furniture and light fixtures. Experiences in prototype construction and industrial production methods.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 562Advanced Detailing and Construction3
Advance detailing and construction techniques, documentation, shop drawings, computer-aided construction methods for fabrication.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 590Independent Study1-6
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 600Selected Topics1-6
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 601Design Thinking and Strategies3
Introduction to design thinking as primary mode of solving problems to arrive at creative and alternative solutions.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 602Design Thinking & Ideas3
Introduction of major theories and writings about design within a historical context. Provide students with a theoretical toolkit for exploring design and other creative work.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 605Digital Design Techniques I3
Explores the capabilities of industry-standard design software to develop and preflight multi-page layouts for printed distribution, with precise control over typography and composition. Projects stress essential design and pre-press techniques applicable to all design disciplines. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 606Digital Design Techniques II3
Introduces students to the two central practices of today's designers, creating vector illustrations and manipulating digital imagery. Using industry-standard design software, assignments provide practical experience for generating professional illustrations and image-based work. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 607Digital Design Techniques III3
Introduces students to the industry-leading programming environment for producing interactive content on the web, smartphones, tablets, and televisions. Assignments provide practical experience for generating professional animated work.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 610Inclusive Design Intelligence ++3
Students you will gather insights to explore challenges and opportunities related to Intellectual Disability; gain empathy and insights through a series lectures, in-class exercises, field research, and immersive experiences. As an incubator for innovation, the goal is to envision, prototype and test ideas that will have a lasting quality of life impact. Additinoal work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 612Interior Furnishings3
Design of decorative patterns for residential and commercial interior environments. Emphasis will be on the psychological effects of pattern and color. Specific repeats, rendering and presentation techniques for furnishing appropriate to end-use market production. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 625Graduate Seminar3
This course will provide a supported framework for faculty and students to engage in focused learning into a selected topic that will enable designers to develop critical perspectives on their practice.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 627Professional Practice3
This course will explore the current context of professional practice in design in all its complexity and in particular how to be successful within the diverse modes of practice from a gig economy to inhouse consultancy.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 629Advanced Problems3
This course will provide a supported structure for students to engage in a focused study relating to their emerging thesis work. The course will provide a framework for discussion, encouragement, feedback and accountability.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 631Art Nouveau Design and Architecture: Studies in Material Culture3
Introduction to the historical and social context that gave rise to Art Nouveau, its various manifestations, and the important practitioners and promoters of this movement in Europe and the United States.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 635App Design and Prototyping3
Planning, Design, and Digital prototyping of mobile devices (smart phones, tablets, watches) for multiple operating systems. User experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) best practices. Wireframes, flow mapping, and user testing for mobile operating systems. Additional work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 641Fabrication Skills and Methods3
Introduction to wood and metal shop construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 642Computer Generated Fabrication3
Introduction to computer generation construction techniques for design fabrication. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 648Introduction to Design Communication3
Introduction to the processes and techniques of design communication and presentation including both computer generated and manual applications.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 650Adaptive Design3
Adaptive Design focuses on the creative relationships between people with disabilities, clinicians, and designers. This course centers on dialogue, interviewing, collaborative teaming, and co-design, creating custom solutions to meet specific needs for those in the disabled community. Additional work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 652Branding and Marketing Works3
Interdisciplinary design studio focused on branding and marketing. Additional work required of graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 663Design Innovation and Ideation3
Design Innovation using non-linear and iterative processes. Uncover and iteratively address user needs, challenge assumptions, redefine problems. Value creation with a bias toward action to address both wicked and tame problems in industry and society. Identification and exploration of possibilities over problems as a path forward. Additional work required for graduate students.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 670Experience Credit1-6
Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 672Introductory Design Studio3
Introduction to design processes and the application of design thinking, language, and methods to introductory level projects.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 690Independent Study1-6
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 699Thesis6
This course will support the students as they follow a logical path of exploration through their chosen thesis subject integrating research and studio based activities.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 6
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 748Design Communication3
Development of a design communication skills and techniques for the process of design research, analysis, and synthesis with solutions to the thesis problem.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 771Analysis and Synthesis3
Organization and evaluation strategies used in the analysis and synthesis of research information and data for establishing definitive design parameters and criteria.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 772Design Project6
Developing and completing a comprehensive design project, including essential illustrations, technical drawings, models, and prototypes.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 6
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 774Thesis Preparation6
This course prepares students for their thesis, setting out expectations, outlining what constitutes a successful project, and aids students in selecting a suitable topic and constructing a thorough and compelling research proposal.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 6
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 996Final Presentation3
Final presentation accompanied by written statement, culminating in oral examination for M.F.A. degree. Taken during final semester upon advisor's approval.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 997Masters Thesis6
Formal master's thesis. Written document exhibiting substantive and original research. Planned under direction of major departmental advisor.
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 6
- Credits (max)
- 6
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
DES 999Dissertation0-12
- Subject
- DES
- Credits (min)
- 0
- Credits (max)
- 12
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Catalog
- 2025-2026 SU Undergraduate Course Catalog
- Source
- coursecatalog.syracuse.edu
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