DSC 100 Introduction to Environmental Design. (3) F, S, SS
Survey of environmental design, including historic examples and the theoretical, social, technical, and environmental forces that shape them. Cross-listed as APH/PUP 100. General Studies: HU, G/H.

DSC 101 Contemporary International Design/Theory. (3) F, S
Survey of contemporary European, American, and Asian design in light of historical events, economic forces, cultural values, and aesthetic ideals. General Studies: HU, G.

DSC 160 Freehand Drawing for Industrial Design. (3) F
Freehand perspective drawing techniques of objects. Observation and visualization experiences. Light and shade. 5 hours studio. Prerequisite: major in college.

DSC 161 Technical Drawing for Industrial Design. (3) S
Orthographic and perspective projection, dimensioning, and basic descriptive graphic methods for designers. Principles of organization, layout, and technical lettering. 5 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 160 or equivalent.

DSC 170 Visualization for Interior Design. (3) F
Development of an understanding of drawing space and product: sequential development of 2- and 3-dimensional drawing skills. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab. Prerequisite: major in college.

DSC 171 Vocabulary for Interior Design. (3) S
Projects in the vocabulary of design, including color, composition, character, and form as related to design. 2- and 3-dimensional graphic representation. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab. Prerequisite: DSC 170.

DSC 220 Media for Design Development. (3) F
Graphic representation methods used to describe and analyze space; emphasis on quick presentation techniques. 6 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 171.

DSC 223 Interior Design Issues and Theories. (3) F, S
Interiors issues, theories, and philosophies. Emphasis on unique social and cultural factors that shape 20th century design concepts. General Studies: HU.

DSC 227 Visual Methods for Problem Solving. (3) F
Introduction to conceptual design activity based on the mind-eye-media feedback loop. Graphic language used to represent conjecture, analysis, synthesis of objects, and their contexts. Seminar, studio. Prerequisite: DSC 161 or equivalent.

DSC 228 Imaging and Visualization. (3) S
Design activities stressing graphic language abstraction practiced for presentation. Structure of criticism, including description, interpretation, and evaluation are discussed. Seminar, studio. Prerequisite: DSC 227.

DSC 231 Concepts for Interior Design. (3) F
Conceptual design development, including scale and proportion, light, texture, form, volume, and spatial hierarchy; passage and repose. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab. Prerequisite: DSC 171.

DSC 235 User Needs and Behavior in Interior Design. (3) S
Applications of conceptual design to issues of programming and space planning, user needs, and behavior. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab. Prerequisite: DSC 231.

DSC 236 Introduction to Computer Modeling. (3) F, S
Fundamentals of computer operation, geographic informations systems, geometric modeling of three-dimensional forms and rendering of light, mathematical modeling of processes using spreadsheets. Lab. Cross-listed as ANP/PUP 236. Prerequisite: major in the College of Architecture and Environmental Design. General Studies: N3.

DSC 242 Materials and Design. (3) F
Materials application in design. Introduction to characteristics and properties of metals and organic materials, including plastics and inorganic materials.

DSC 243 Process and Design. (3) S
Influences of industrial processing on design. Introduction to basic materials processing and post-forming processes. Emphasis on appearance enhancement and design constraints of material processing. Prerequisite: DSC 242.

DSC 260 Industrial Design I. (3) F
Introduction to the method and process of the industrial designer. Determinants necessary in small product design. 1 hour lecture, 2 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 161 or equivalent.

DSC 261 Industrial Design II. (3) S
Issues of physical form development related to product and design; form development properties of paper, fibers, wood, metal, and plastics. 1 hour lecture, 2 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 260 or equivalent.

DSC 310 History of Interior Design I. (3) F
The design of interior spaces as an expression of cultural influences to 1835. Prerequisite: ARS 102 or instructor approval. General Studies: HU, H.

DSC 311 History of Interior Design II. (3) S
Design of interiors as an expression of cultural influences from 1835 to the present. Prerequisite: DSC 310 or instructor approval. General Studies: HU, H.

DSC 316 20th-Century Design I. (3) F
Modern European and American design from 1900 to 1940. Emphasis on transportation, product, furniture, exhibition, and graphic design. General Studies: HU, H.

DSC 317 20th-Century Design II. (3) S
Modern European, Asian, and American design since 1940. Emphasis on transportation, product, furniture, exhibition, and graphic design. General Studies: HU, H.

DSC 318 History of Graphic Design. (3) F
Survey of development in the graphic arts, innovative printing methods, aesthetic values, and social and cultural environments that shape them. General Studies: HU.

DSC 327 Presentation Graphics. (3) F
Methods for portfolio and professional product presentation using graphic media for information transfer are studied. Aesthetic judgment, organization, and craftsmanship are stressed. Seminar, studio. Prerequisite: DSC 228.

DSC 328 Graphic Design. (3) S
Packaging applications and planning are investigated and applied to the development of an identity for a product line structured as a system. Lab. Prerequisite: DSC 327.

DSC 340 Interior Codes: Public Welfare and Safety. (3) F
Codes and regulations as performance criteria for interior design. Corequisite: DSC 366.

DSC 341 Interior Materials and Finishes. (3) F
General analysis of quality control measures relating to interior design materials, finishes, and performance criteria. Prerequisite: DSC 340.

DSC 344 Human Factors in Design. (3) F
Man-machine environment systems; human characteristics and behavior applied to design of products, systems, and their operating environment.

DSC 354 Principles of Product Design. (3) F
Influences of physical and mechanical concepts in product design; mechanisms, kinematics, and fastening systems. Concepts of analysis for product design. Influences of concepts on aesthetics. Prerequisites: MAT 117; PHY 111.

DSC 355 Plastics Design. (3) S
Mold design for part requirements; molded holes; threads; inserts; fastening and joining; decorating; reinforced plastics. Prerequisite: DSC 354.

DSC 360 Industrial Design III. (5) F
Methods of visual thinking, conceptualization, and ideation related to building skill levels in professional design presentation techniques. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: department approval.

DSC 361 Industrial Design IV. (5) S
Emphasis on developing ideas into a complete functional product, including survey and application of aesthetics, human factors, materials, and manufacturing. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 360.

DSC 364 Interior Design Studio I. (5) F
Studio problems in interior design related to behavioral response in personal and small group spaces. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: department approval.

DSC 365 Interior Design Studio II. (5) S
Studio problems in interior design, with emphasis on issues of public and private use of interior places of assembly. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: department approval.

DSC 366 Construction Methods in Interior Design. (3) F, S
Design theory related to analysis, materials, and building techniques of horizontal and vertical construction in interior design. Lecture, field trips. Corequisite: DSC 340.

DSC 412 History of Decorative Arts in Interiors. (3) F
The design of decorative arts as an expression of cultural influences and as an extension of interior spaces. Prerequisite: DSC 311 or instructor approval. General Studies: HU.

DSC 413 History of Textiles in Interior Design. (3) S
Cultural and historical expression of textiles as related to interiors. May include field trips. Prerequisite: DSC 412 or instructor approval.

DSC 422 Facilities Planning and Management I. (3) F
The facility management process in large-scale organizations. Planning, long-range forecasting, and productivity. Project management methodologies using micro-based software programs. Prerequisite: senior standing.

DSC 423 Facilities Planning and Management II. (3) S
The formation of facilities policies, procedures, and standards. The facilities database, space allocations, and management process. Evaluation of programming criteria. Prerequisites: DSC 422; senior standing.

DSC 442 Specifications and Documents for Interiors. (3) F
Contract specifications, documents, schedules, and bidding procedures for interior design. Prerequisites: DSC 341, 365. General Studies: L2.

DSC 446 Furniture Design and Production. (3) F
Design, construction, cost estimating, and installation in interior furniture and millwork. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 465.

DSC 455 Environmental Control Systems. (3) S
Survey of environmental control systems and their application in the design of building interiors. Lecture, field trips. Prerequisites: MAT 117, 170; PHY 111, 113; junior standing.

DSC 457 Acoustics for Interior Design. (3) F
Physical properties of sound. Studies pertaining to sound-absorbing materials, constructions, and room acoustics. Prerequisites: MAT 170; PHY 111, 113; senior standing.

DSC 458 Lighting for Interior Design. (3) S
Light as an aspect of interior design. Evaluation of light sources for distribution, color, and cost. Prerequisite: senior standing.

DSC 460 Design Project I. (5) F
Complete analysis of the product unit as an element of mass production, featuring marketing, technology, human factors, and visual design. Emphasis on professional standards. 10 hours studio. Prerequisites: DSC 361, 484.

DSC 461 Design Project II. (5) S
Product design, with emphasis in systems interaction. Culmination of design process and technique. Individual project direction is encouraged. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 361.

DSC 464 Interior Design Studio III. (5) F
Studio problems in interior design related to commercial spaces. 10 hours studio. Prerequisites: DSC 365, 484.

DSC 465 Interior Design Studio IV. (5) S
Studio problems in interior design related to health and educational facilities. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: DSC 464.

DSC 466 Interior Design Studio V. (5) F
Advanced interior design problem solving, design theory, and criticism. Thesis project development based upon the major's concentration. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: department approval.

DSC 467 Interior Design Studio VI. (5) S
Advanced series of specialized projects or continuation of thesis project based upon the major's concentration. 10 hours studio. Prerequisite: department approval.

DSC 470 Professional Practice for Industrial Design. (3) F
Business procedures, management techniques, accounting systems, ethics, and legal responsibilities of the design professions. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: senior standing. General Studies: L2.

DSC 472 Professional Practice for Interior Design. (3) S
Business procedures, project control, fee structures, and professional product liabilities. Prerequisite: senior standing.

DSC 474 Design Seminar. (3) S
Manufacturer's liability, statutes, regulations, and common law rules; role of expert witnesses; insurance and product safety programs. Seminar. Prerequisites: senior standing.

DSC 483 Pre-internship Seminar. (1) S
Preparation of internship materials that produce and enhance a successful internship experience. Seminar. Prerequisite: 3rd-year major in the department.

DSC 484 Internship. (3) SS
Full-time summer internship under supervision of practitioners in the Phoenix area or other locales. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

DSC 520 Contemporary Design Issues. (3) F, S
Projected applications in design production, planning, and decision-making processes. Lecture, seminar. Prerequisites: DSC 310 and 311 or equivalents.

DSC 524 Illumination and Acoustics. (3) N
Research and laboratory investigation of advanced illumination and acoustics issues of facility design. Emphasis on human factors and performance aspects. Prerequisites: DSC 457 and 458 or equivalents.

DSC 525 Design Methodologies. (3) F
Practical exercises and studies in problem-solving strategies; problem definition and supporting theory for the designer. Lectures, seminars, lab. Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing.

DSC 527 Modern Design Theory. (3) S
Aesthetic, political, economic, and social theories that have shaped modern design; theory as the basis for design philosophies. Lectures, seminars. Prerequisite: DSC 525 or equivalent.

DSC 529 Design Criticism. (3) F
Critical methods applied to design as material culture and human expression; evaluation of achievement versus intention. Lecture, seminar. Prerequisite: DSC 527 or equivalent.

DSC 544 Human Factors Systems and Documentation. (3) F
Advanced topics associated with theory and methods of human factors in design. Individual projects stressing problem organization, evaluation, and documentation. Lectures, seminars, lab. Prerequisite: DSC 344 or equivalent.

DSC 552 Computer Simulation in Design. (3) F
The use of computer graphics as a medium to develop and present images of the environment for analysis and perception. Lecture, lab. Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing.

DSC 553 Computer Imaging and Visual Perception. (3) S
Issues and applications of computer simulation as a tool for describing and testing human interface with the environment. Lecture, lab. Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing.

DSC 558 Daylighting. (3) N
Daylighting as a design determinant; concepts, techniques, methodology, experiments, and case studies. Lecture, studio. Prerequisite: senior or graduate standing.

DSC 580 Practicum: Methods of Teaching Design. (3) F
Background and development of design education theories. Concepts of studio teaching methods. Comprehensive student project development and evaluation methods. Prerequisite: graduate standing.

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