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DSGN 1121, 1 credit
User Experience I - Research and Definition
Students explore various tools and techniques to identify the user’s needs and preferences. They conduct an analysis of comparable products on the market and document their observations. Students establish the design requirements for an interactive product.
DSGN 1122, 1 credit
User Experience II - Ideation and Wireframes
Students analyze and interpret the user requirements to start the ideation phase followed by the exploration of a variety of tools to structure the main features of the interactive design. Students integrate the principles of usability to optimize the user experience.
DSGN 1123, 1 credit
User Experience III - Prototyping
Students create a prototype to validate the content and enhance the interface design phase of an interactive product. They implement the fundamental principles of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) in their interactive prototype to enhance the user experience.
ENGL 2226, 3 credits
Writing Lives I
Many communities have survived collective trauma, dislocation, or transformation. Students examine literature related to and arising from the collective experience to gain an understanding of the cultural and historical contexts in which the events took place, the dimensions of the experience, and its ramifications. Students read and analyze texts, hear from guest speakers, and conduct research on the ongoing impacts of the collective experience. Class activities will prepare students for the interview and memoir creation process at the heart of Writing Lives II.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in six credits of first-year, university-transferable English; or a minimum "B" grade in one of the following: ENGL 1100, 1123, 1125, 1127, 1128, 1129, 1130, 1181, or 1191.
ENGL 2258, 3 credits
Indigenous Literature
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action recognize the vital role of education in reconciliation. Students examine Indigenous literature in a variety of genres from different historical periods, using theoretical approaches that consider the differences between Indigenous and colonial worldviews and values. Themes include creation stories, the impact of colonization, the experience of Indigenous women and girls, and Indigenous resurgence and resistance.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in six credits of first-year, university-transferable English; or a minimum "B" grade in one of the following: ENGL 1100, 1123, 1125, 1127, 1128, 1129, 1130, 1181, or 1191.
LAMS 1104, 3 credits
Roots and Rhythms: Celebrating Latin American Arts and Culture
Arts and culture make us human and bring joy and meaning to our lives. In this course, students look at music, theatre, art, dance, along with festivals and rituals that highlight how Latin Americans celebrate life. Students analyze the Indigenous, European, and African roots of contemporary cultural expressions to reveal how these have been woven together to shape memory and identity in Latin America today. Students also develop conceptual tools and critical thinking skills that enable them to engage in analytical discussions about culture, history, and society.
PHOT 1151, 3 credits
History of Photography Lab - Extended
Students gain hands-on, practical experience working with black and white film and historical image making processes. Projects include capturing images on a variety of film formats, processing film, and printing gelatin prints. Students explore a historic process such as cyanotype, Van Dyke Brown, salted paper, or platinum/palladium. Students spend a significant amount of time in the darkroom.
Students will receive credit for only one of PHOT 1150 or 1151.
Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the Diploma in Professional Photography.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in PHOT 1105.
PHOT 2441, 1 credit
Sound for Photographers
Sound is often the overlooked element of exceptional video or multimedia production. Students explore the technical and creative aspects of recording environmental sounds and clean dialogue in a commercial context.
Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the Diploma in Professional Photography.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in PHOT 1125 (may be taken concurrently).
PHOT 2486, 1 credit
Photography Exhibition and Portfolio Presentation
In the photographic industry, a portfolio is a crucial component of a resume. Using photographic works created earlier in the program and in other courses, students display their work in a group gallery show and develop an electronic or printed portfolio for review by industry members.
Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the Diploma in Professional Photography.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C" grade in PHOT 2485 (may be taken concurrently).