ARED 6115: STEAM and Maker Space Studio

3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MA in Art & Design.
This course is a STEAM-based learning and research course in which students will utilize technology-based approaches to art making. The focus includes the exploration of digital media applications and equipment, online coursework, and digital portfolios. The course integrates computer-aided technology into the learning environment by focusing on the digital output of art objects. Computer-aided design will be taught through a variety of programs. Final projects can be either be production ready, or they can be made tangible by equipment such as laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC routers, water jet machines, vinyl cutters, and CNC plasma cutters available at KSU. There will be a focus on the exploration of digital media programs and equipment.