In recent years, Dr. Carol Sun's teaching areas include the following. (Courses are offered after 5:00PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Summer courses are offered after 5:00PM Monday through Friday. )

Art 170 Graphic Design I (3)

Location: Caldwell Hall 360

This course introduces elements of two-dimensional, visual communication design. Highlights include an investigation of basic concepts and principles of graphic design and an introduction to utilization of computer software programs in representation, creation, and study of designs. Students design and produce basic-level design projects in a computer-based environment.

View 170 Design Projects Gallery
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Art 270 Graphic Design II (3)

Location: Caldwell Hall 360

This course includes computer-based graphic design areas, and teaches page design and layout of various types. Typography, image, space, color, and form will be integrated as the term progresses. Emphasis is placed on students' application of design concepts to communication purpose, on solutions for specific client areas, and on development of visual designs that effectively communicate the desired message.

View 270 Design Projects Gallery
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Art 370 Graphic Design III (3)

Location: Caldwell Hall 360

This course focuses on advanced graphic design concepts and ideas, as well as in-depth graphic design features on the computer. Production technology is discussed. Advanced graphic communication and typography concepts are studied. Graphic design in a variety of programs in marketing, communications, advertising, public relations, and journalism is highlighted. Students work towards building finished portfolio contents.

View 370 Design Projects Gallery
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Carol's Online Gallery
This gallery is a Flash presentation designed to show Carol's graphic design in a variety of client areas.
Student Graphic Design Gallery
This gallery is designed to show selected design projects created by Art 170, 270, and 370 students taught by Carol.
Yan Sun's Web site
This web site is designed for Yan Sun. It includes Yan Sun's artworks.
Art Department Web site
This web site is designed for the Art Department. It features course offerings, exhibitions, and lot more.

Use the Internet for Multicultural Education - Learn about a Country
A web-based project based on Carol's presentation at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education 10th International Conference in San Antonio.
It is part of AskERIC Lesson Plan.

Web-based Teaching Portfolio
A Flash presentation based on Carol's presentation at the National Educational Computing Conference in Atlanta.