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INFORMATION DESIGN (ART-224104)

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Course Description:


Explore the fundamentals of information design in different media such as text, diagrams, charts, signs, the World Wide Web, museum displays and more. Learn how to communicate information effectively and analyze the information around you. Topics include types of information (verbal, visual, metaphoric, narrative, etc.), information classification, graphic design, scientific visualization, the design of instructional and other applications, and information design in media, advertising and the entertainment industry. The course is useful for professionals in a wide range of fields including business, marketing, science, math, statistics, art, computer science and technical writing.


This online course is offered through Online Learning. You can take this as an individual course or as part of an online degree program, with term starts in March, May, September, November and January. View current term offerings and all online courses. Click here to register for online courses.

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Liberal Study
Upper Level
Credits: 4
Term(s) Offered (Subject to Change) : Spring 1.

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