WEST Studies
Courses
WEST 100 Introduction to Digital Design Tools 3.0 Credits
This introductory level course will provide the technical background for creative and professional digital communication on several platforms. Students will examine basic elements of design through the use of print and web based programs including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, Powerpoint, Word Press and Constant Contact. Students will explore the current potentials, limitations, and issues related to the use of computer software for design application.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
WEST 105 Deciding Design & Media 3.0 Credits
This course concentrates on the observation and exlploration of majors in Media Arts & Design as explored in the class offerings at Westphal College. Students will record personal observations and will use reflective writing to develop more informed impressions of disciplines.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
WEST 107 Maker Workshop 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to making, the composing and decomposing of physical artifacts and digital technologies to suit a variety of purposes – from practical to whimsical. Students will learn to take things apart, explore tools and materials, and build wondrous, wild art that’s part science and part technology.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
WEST 210 Innovative Problem Solving 3.0 Credits
A seminar course that examines different methods of problem solving and its role across disciplines. The intention is to give the student a basis with which interdisciplinary projects can be approached in an innovative way and problem solving can be examined from multiple viewpoints.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
WEST 220 Multimodal Research 4.0 Credits
This course will develop student’s critical thinking skills through examining research and information gathering models. The topics around which students will gather, analyze and synthesize information include: Systems and the Environment, Community Interaction, Technology and Problem Solving.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
WEST I199 Independent Study in Westphal Studies 0.0-12.0 Credits
Provides individualized study in an area related to a major within the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
WEST I299 Independent Study in Westphal Studies 0.0-12.0 Credits
Provides individualized study in an area related to a major within the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
WEST I399 Independent Study in Westphal Studies 0.5-12.0 Credits
Provides individualized study in an area related to a major within the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 7 times for 84 credits
WEST I499 Independent Study in Westphal Studies 0.0-12.0 Credits
Provides individualized study in an area related to a major within the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
WEST T180 Special Topics in WEST Studies 0.0-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
WEST T280 Special Topics in WEST Studies 0.0-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
WEST T380 Special Topics in WEST Studies 0.0-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
WEST T480 Special Topics in Westphal Studies 0.5-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 7 times for 84 credits