Courses in Art
ART 101: Art, Meaning and Media (3)
Prerequisite:
A broad introduction to concepts, vocabulary, media, and history of art that reveals universal qualities in human aesthetic responses, as well as the special differences that define societies and cultures through examples from the past, the present, and from diverse cultures. Opportunities for experiential learning in workshops in various media are an integral part of the course. (Offered every odd-fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA, FP
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ART 201: Hist Western Art (3)
Prerequisite:
A survey of fine art in the Western world
from cave paintings to the art of the mid-
19th century. (Offered every odd-spring
semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA, FP
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ART 205: Visual Design (3)
Prerequisite:
A dynamic approach to surface rendering
through color manipulation and creative
problem solving, including color systems,
basic principles of design, composition, and
visual expression. (Offered every even-year
spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 215: Drawing I (3)
Prerequisite:
Studio course in creating illusions of form,
light and space on a two-dimensional surface
through manipulation of tone. (Offered every
even-year fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 225: Painting I (3)
Prerequisite:
Foundation study of painting, including color
theory. Emphasis on direct observation and
practice. Exposure to paintings and artists of
the past. (Offered every even-year spring
semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 235: Ceramics I (3)
Prerequisite:
Clay work involving hand-building and basic
glazing techniques for functional and
non-functional objects. (Offered every odd
fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 245: Printmaking I (3)
Prerequisite:
The techniques of creating printed images
from blocks of wood, linoleum, plexiglass, and other techniques explored for their expressive and aesthetic potential. (Offered
as needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 255: Sculpture I (3)
Prerequisite:
A studio course in the study of form and
space relationships as applied to sculpture,
presenting basic techniques. Process to
involve work in wood, clay and plaster.
(Offered every odd spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 282: Photography (3)
Prerequisite:
An introductory course in camera functions and basic darkroom techniques. Emphasis will be placed on formal composition, aesthetics, and proper methods of processing photographic materials and chemicals. This course is designed for students with little or no experience in photography. An additional course fee will be charged. (Offered every
fall semester).
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 295: Introductory Topics in Art (1-3)
Prerequisite: to be determined by the Division of Humanities and Fine Arts.
An introductory study of a specific topic within art. Intended for freshmen and sophomores, or for students with little or no background in art. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered as needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 301: Visiting Artists: Special Topic (3)
Prerequisite:
Established artists are invited to teach a course specific to their professional artistic discipline. Possible topics include: watercolor, graphic design, illustration, digital imaging, weaving, interior design, industrial design, children’s books illustration, film/video art, collage, portrait painting, etc. Students may repeat the course, but not the topic.
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 315: Drawing II (3)
Prerequisite: ART 215
Advanced study of
visual perception and creativity through the
process of drawing. (Offered every even-year
fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 317: Art Education Workshop (3)
Prerequisite:
Art integration in the elementary curriculum. This course explores ways to use the arts to teach reading, writing, social studies, science,
and math.
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 321: Advanced Studio Problems (3)
Prerequisite:
A theme-oriented studio course related to
the individual interests of advanced students.
(Offered as needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 325: Painting II (3)
Prerequisite: ART 225
Painting exercises
geared to individual needs and creative
development. (Offered every even-year spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 335: Ceramics II (3)
Prerequisite: ART 235
Basic wheel-throwing
techniques; problems in functional and
non-functional construction; combining
techniques; glaze chemistry; and kiln firing.
(Offered every odd fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 345: Printmaking II (3)
Prerequisite: ART 245
The various methods of printmaking, including: stencil printing, relief printing, screen printing, and other techniques explored for their expressive and
aesthetic potential. (Offered as needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 355: Sculpture II (3)
Prerequisite: ART 255
Problem solving using the materials and techniques dealt with in ART 255. Issues in contemporary sculpture are emphasized. (Offered every odd spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 385: Applied Aesthetics: Visual and Verbal Arts (3)
Prerequisite:
A course in the history of aesthetic theory and practice regarding the visual and verbal arts. A substantial portion of the course will be devoted to the application of aesthetic principles and theories to concrete problems in the plastic arts and the written work. Also listed as ENG 385. (Offered every odd fall
semester)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 394: Field Period in Visual and Verbal Arts (3)
Prerequisite:
Off-campus experiential education opportunity that allows the student to apply his/her academic knowledge to a real-career setting. (Offered every January and summer
semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ART 399: Independent Study (1-3)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
(Offered
every semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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ART 445: Senior Project (3)
Prerequisite: senior visual and verbal arts major or consent of the instructor.
Student works independently and in consultation with a faculty member to generate an approved self-defined project that marries the visual and verbal arts. The project serves as the capstone course for this major. Also listed as ENG 445. (Offered every semester as
needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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ART 460: Internship in Visual and Verbal Art (3-12)
Prerequisite: senior visual and verbal arts major or consent of the instructor.
Supervised field work in an approved setting for a minimum of two hours per week per credit hour for 14 weeks or its equivalent in total hours. Completion of a formal project or paper under the guidance of a faculty member is required. (Offered every semester
as needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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