Credits in the major: 68
After declaring the Communication Design major, you will be assigned to a faculty advisor who will work with you to create or revise your Individual Learning Plan (ILP). That ILP maps out how you will achieve each of the Major Learning Outcomes (MLOs) designated below by successfully completing the listed courses or alternative assessment options. You conclude the major by completing your Capstone, a year-long, client-driven project that demostrates your cumulative learning in the major.
The MLOs consist of four sections: Core, Emphasis, Breadth and Culmination. You first satisfy the Core MLOs to build a foundation in technology and design. You then choose one Emphasis of five courses to develop depth in a specialized area. You take at least one elective course not in your emphasis to fulfill the Breadth MLO. You finish by completing the Culmination MLOs, which bring together and polish all that you have learned.
Emphasis MLOs
Student is required to choose an emphasis of study in the major and take a minimum of 20 units. Students choose courses after consulting with advisor. See catalog for course descriptions. Each emphasis includes three required courses and eight elective units. Emphasis course lists are below.
Breadth MLOs
Student will satisfy the requirements for elective studies by passing their chosen elective CST courses and satisfying the learning outcomes for each course. A total of four units is required.