Art & Design Courses for Non-majors

ART courses in Drawing and Painting are intended for non-art majors who want to explore creativity in a relaxed atmosphere. Using a variety of media and subject matter, you’ll learn the basics through exercises, demonstrations and class discussions. Since students often have varying levels of ability, ART courses are designed to measure progress at each student’s pace. Offering both traditional instruction and the opportunity for individual expression, you’ll develop artistically in studios filled with new experiences and creative opportunities. ART courses do not fulfill requirements in any art or design major.

Introduction to Interior Design & Decoration is an introduction to the processes and tools used to create interior spaces. Through a series of hands-on projects, discussions, and field trips, participants will better understand the relationship between the built world and the human experience. Students will learn design vocabulary and visual communication skills such as drawing, modeling, and computer-aided design. The course will also introduce students to emerging technologies such as digital fabrication and virtual reality—both of which are transforming the way that designers address the function and aesthetics of interior space. At the end of the course you’ll know more about the profession of interior design, employ design thinking in your own work, and determine if a career in Interior Design is for you. This course does not fulfill a requirement in the interior design major.