DES 3400 - Information Design

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Introduction to the field of information design, data visualization, infographics and instructional materials. Students will explore information design problems in both stand-alone and system applications; digital (interaction) media, print, and environmental communication. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Develop a deep understanding of visual organization and information design. 2. Develop skills to analyze and design effective data visualizations and communication. 3. Develop a visual narrative through the design process. 4. Negotiate the implications that information design skills hold for design management in the distillation of multivariate data. 5. Demonstrate ability to create impactful and relevant data visualizations and information graphics. Course fee required. Prerequisites: DES 2300 (Grade C or higher); AND DES 2710 (Grade C or higher). SP

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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