51-831 Methodology of Visualization

12 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course emphasizes drawing exploration through methods of sketching, notation, and rapid visualization in context. Students will progress through a sequence of projects and exercises that apply healthy drawing practices of interpretation, expression and effect, perspective drawing, form development, and narrative. Throughout the semester, a variety of drawing and rendering techniques will be introduced to study and communicate subject matter. The drawing output within a project combines personal sketchbook studies with display pieces to share for critique. This course is intended for Masters students in HCII in the fall,and Masters students in Design in the spring; all other students by permission of the instructor.

Prerequisites: none listed

Offered: Spring 2027, Spring 2026

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