| GD 101 | Software Lab I: Imaging (1) A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of Photoshop. |
| GD 102 | Software Lab II: Illustration (1) A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of Illustrator. |
| GD 103 | Software Lab III: Multimedia Web Design (1) A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of Flash.. |
| GD 104 | Software Lab IV: Web Design (1) A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of Dreamweaver Web editing software |
| GD 200 | Desktop Publishing (3) An introduction to the fundamentals of desktop publishing using QuarkXPress, Photoshop, and vector graphics software. Students integrate type and images to produce common business publications for print or use on the Internet. (Also listed as COM 200.) This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 202 | Illustration I (3) An exploration of various illustrative techniques and technology for graphic application. Emphasis is on illustrative style and an introduction to digital illustration. Prerequisites: FA 105 or FA 209, GD 101, and GD 102 or prior experience with course software. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 203 | Photography: Digital Imaging (3) An introduction to the working relationship between design and photography with an emphasis on digital imaging. Prerequisite: GD 101 or prior experience with Photoshop software. (Also listed as COM 203.) This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 255 | Typography I (3) An introduction to the dynamics of typographic symbols as literal communicators and as design elements. Emphasis is on the historical evolution of type design, the anatomy of the letter form, and an introduction to digital typography. Prerequisite: GD 102. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 265 | Typography II (3) An advanced study of typography using principles and continued computer techniques. Emphasis on how typeface, point size, and placement create impact. Prerequisites: GD 101, GD 102, and GD 255. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 302 | Illustration II (3) A continuation of GD 202, this is an exploration of developing design relationships between text and illustration and advanced computer techniques for graphic applications. Prerequisite: GD 202. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 303 | Video Production (3) An overview of video history, theory, and equipment as well as hands-on experience in preproduction, production, and postproduction techniques. Students plan and execute their own videotaped presentations, which may be included in their portfolios. (Also listed as COM 303. |
| GD 304 | Video Production II (3) An overview of the history, theory, and equipment of television studio production. Students will learn all phases of studio production through readings and hands-on experience. Students will plan and execute their own studio production. All productions will be taped for portfolio uses. Prerequisite: GD 303 or COM 303. (Also listed as COM 304.) |
| GD 308 | Web Design (3) An introduction to the fundamentals of Web design using Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and Flash software. Students integrate type and images to produce Web sites for use on the Internet. Prerequisite: GD 101 and GD 104, or prior experience with course software. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 309 | Web Multimedia Design (3) An introduction to the integration of text, visual imagery, sound, animation, and video using Flash and Photoshop software. Students create a multimedia presentation. Prerequisites: GD 101, GD 103, and GD 308, or prior experience with course software. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 360 | Graphic Design Studio (3) The application of effective visual communication methods to real-world problem solving. Emphasis on concept development, design strategy, printing processes, and the Internet. Prerequisites: GD 202, GD 203, and GD 265. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 400 | Internship (6) A senior student may register for a field experience in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a faculty member. Prerequisites: senior standing and permission of the dean of Arts and Sciences. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 405 | Senior Graphic Design Portfolio (3) An individual exploration of advanced visual communication problems with emphasis on personal style and professional presentation. An individual portfolio review by design professionals is included. Prerequisites: GD 360 and completion of 43 credits in the major. This course contains a significant component in the use of computers. |
| GD 421 | Project (1-6) An investigation of a selected topic in the major under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project develops independent research capabilities and presentation techniques for graphic designers. Prerequisite: permission of department chair. |
| GD 433 | Research (1-6) A student in this course will conduct collaborative research (scholarly work leading to new knowledge) under the direction of a faculty member. Refer to the Marymount Academic Research Initiative (MARI) guidelines. Prerequisite: application and approval of department chair. |