Art

Classes

ART 100 : Art Appreciation

This course is designed to help the student find personal meaning in works of art and develop a better understanding of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis is on the diversity of form and content in original works of art.

Credits

3

ART 113 : Drawing I

This course provides the opportunity to develop perceptional technical skills in a variety of media. Emphasis is placed on communication through experimenting with composition, subject matter and technique. Upon completion, students should demonstrate and apply the fundamentals of art to various creative drawing projects.

Credits

3

ART 114 : Drawing II

This course advances the students drawing skills in various art media. Emphasis is placed on communication through experimentation, composition, technique and personal expression. Upon completion, students should demonstrate creative drawing skills, the application of the fundamentals of art and the communication of personal thoughts and feelings.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Drawing I

ART 121 : Two Dimensional Composition I

This course introduces the basic of concepts of two-dimensional design. Topics include the elements and principles of design with emphasis on the arrangements and relationships among them. Upon completion, students should demonstrate an effective use of these elements and principles of design in creating two-dimensional compositions.

Credits

3

ART 133 : Ceramics I

This course introduces methods of clay forming as a means of expression. Topics may include hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, construction, design and the functional and aesthetic aspects of pottery. Upon completion, students should demonstrate through their work a knowledge of the methods, as well as an understanding of the craftsmanship and aesthetics involved in ceramics.

Credits

3

ART 134 : Ceramics II

This course develops the methods of clay forming as a means of expression. Topics may include hand building, glazing, design and the functional and aesthetic aspects of pottery, although emphasis will be placed on the wheel throwing method. Upon completion, students should demonstrate improved craftsmanship and aesthetic quality in the production of pottery.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ART 133

ART 175 : Digital Photography

This course introduces students to digital imaging techniques. Emphasis is placed on the technical application of the camera, digital photographic lighting methods, and overall composition. Upon completion, students should be able to take digital images and understand the technical aspects of producing high quality photos. As needed.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by college

ART 203 : Art History I

These courses offer study of the chronological development of sculpture, painting, and architecture. Ancient through Contemporary Periods are included in the two-course sequence. These courses are open to all students and are especially recommended for those who plan further study in art, art education, history, and related fields.

Credits

3

ART 204 : Art History II

These courses offer study of the chronological development of sculpture, painting, and architecture. Ancient through Contemporary Periods are included in the two-course sequence. These courses are open to all students and are especially recommended for those who plan further study in art, art education, history, and related fields.

Credits

3

ART 216 : Printmaking I

This course introduces various printmaking processes. Topics include relief, intaglio, serigraphy, or lithography and the creative process. Upon completion, students should have a basic understanding of the creative and technical problems associated with printmaking.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ART 113, ART 121 or permission

ART 217 : Printmaking II

This course provides the opportunity for the student to study a printmaking process beyond the introductory level. Emphasis is placed on creativity, composition, and technique in the communication of ideas through printmaking. Upon completion, students should demonstrate an understanding of the printmaking process as a creative tool for the expression of ideas.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ART 216 or permission

ART 221 : Computer Graphics I

This course is designed to enhance the student’s ability to produce computer-generated graphics. Emphasis is on the application of original design to practical problems using a variety of hardware and software. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of professional computer graphics.

Credits

3

ART 231 : Watercolor Painting I

This course introduces materials and techniques appropriate to painting on paper with water-based medium. Emphasis is placed on developing the technical skills and the expressive qualities of watercolor painting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency on handling the techniques of watercolor and how it can be used for personal expression. As needed.

Credits

3

ART 232 : Watercolor II

This course advances the skills and techniques of painting on paper using water based medium. Emphasis is placed on exploring the creative uses of watercolor and developing professional skills. Upon completion, students should demonstrate and compile a body of original paintings that reflect a personal awareness of the media’s potential. As needed.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ART 231

ART 233 : Painting I

This course is designed to introduce the student to fundamental painting processes and materials. Topics include art fundamentals, color theory, and composition. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the fundamentals of art and discuss various approaches to the media and the creative processes associated with painting.

Credits

3

ART 234 : Painting II

This course is designed to develop the student’s knowledge of the materials and procedures of painting beyond the introductory level. Emphasis is placed on the creative and technical problems associated with communicating through composition and style. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the application of the fundamentals of painting and the creative process to the communication of ideas.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ART 233

ART 243 : Sculpture I

This course provides a study of three-dimensional form by familiarizing students with sculpting media and techniques. Topics include the fundamentals of art, sculpting media with emphasis on the creative process. Upon completion, students should understand the fundamentals of art and three-dimensional form, as well as the various media and processes associated with sculpture.

Credits

3

ART 244 : Sculpture II

This course is designed to sharpen skills in the media and processes of sculpture. Emphasis is placed on personal expression through three-dimensional form. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the fundamentals of art, their knowledge of form, and the sculptural processes to communicating ideas.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ART 243

ART 283 : Graphic Animation I

This course is designed to teach the art of animation as a continuation of the study of visual communication. Topics include story development, drawing, layout story boarding, directing, motion control, sound synchronization lighting and camera operation. Upon completion, students should understand the creative process as it relates to animation and demonstrate this knowledge through various projects. As needed.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

As required by program

ART 291 : Supervised Study in Studio Art I

This course is designed to enable the student to continue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics are to be chosen by the student with the approval of the instructor. Upon completion, the student should have a greater expertise in a particular area of art. As needed.

Credits

1 - 4

ART 292 : Supervised Study in Studio Art II

This course is designed to enable the student to continue studio experiences in greater depth. Topics are chosen by the student with the approval of the instructor. Upon completion, the student should have a greater expertise in a particular area of art. As needed.

Credits

1 - 4

Prerequisites

ART 291, permission