Consent of instructor. Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in ceramics. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisite: ART 321. Concentration on an advanced level in a selected process involving fibers. To provide more time for personal design development and expertise. Repeatable, maximum of six credits. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Art Majors only. Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.) Repeatable, maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.
Prerequisite: ART 223. Continue the study of loom weaving, particularly loom-controlled techniques. Repeatable, maximum of six credits. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Consent of instructor. Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in fibers. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits
Prerequisite: ART 331. Continued development of individual expression and mastery of the medium. Emphasis on appropriate use of medium toward creative ends. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above. Repeatable, maximum of six credits.
Prerequisites: ART 181, ART 182, ART 183, ART 184, and ART 234. Designed to encourage exploration of a broad variety of sources for drawing images, drawing concepts and thematic interpretation and expression. Designed for advanced drawing students. Repeatable, maximum of six credits. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores or above.
Consent of instructor required. Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in drawing. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Consent of instructor required. Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in painting. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisites: ART 171, ART 181, ART 182, ART 183, ART 184, ART 234. Principles and practices for computer application in the visual arts. Create art projects and gain knowledge of trends in computer graphics, digital technology and hardware/software configuration. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Prerequisite: Select one course: ART 171, ART 437, or ART 471. Facts and aspects related to computer applications in arts, graphics, animation, interactivity and www. Analysis of concepts and approaches related to artistic quality and technological solutions in computer graphics.
Consent of Instructor. Individualized or specialized study on specific topics related to computer graphics. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisites: ART 181, ART 182, ART 183, ART 184, ART 234, and EDFE 110. An in-depth study of the field of art education and pre-professional related areas including: learning theory, aesthetics and psychology. Majors/Minors only or by instructor consent. Juniors and above.
Prerequisites: EDFE 110; ART 181, ART 182, ART 183, ART 184, ART 234; or Instructor Consent. The course examines the teaching of art based on cultural context. Cultural contexts will be examined through artmaking in service learning/teaching opportunities and by the interpretation and artwork from a variety of cultures.
Prerequisites: ART 181, ART 182, ART 183, ART 184, ART 234, EDFE 110. Study curriculum development and art learning activities appropriate for instruction in elementary and secondary art education. Majors/Minors only or by instructor consent. Juniors and above.
Prerequisites: EDFE 110 or EDFE 120 or EDFE 125, 2.75 GPA. The class introduces elements of the visual arts and aesthetics that are applicable to children's learning in the elementary classroom.
Consent of instructor required. Individualized or specialized study on specific topic in printmaking. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisite: ART 361. Self-directed studies in selected sculptural modes or processes. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisite: ART 361. Use of increasingly skilled or sophisticated techniques/processes with greater emphasis on idea, form and content. Repeatable, maximum of six credits. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores or above.
Prerequisite: ART 265. Consent of instructor required. Individualized or specialized study on specific topic in jewelry. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisite: ART 265. Extension of increasingly skilled and sophisticated techniques/processes in jewelry and metalwork. Repeatable, maximum of six credits. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Co-requisite: EDFE 444. Prerequisite EDFE 120 or EDFE 125. This seminar provides persons actively involved in the student teaching program in Visual Arts with a support system and pertinent information to assist them during their field experience.
Prerequisite: ART 270. This course concentrates on the design, development, implementation of effective web and interactive media applications. Projects emphasize the principles of graphic design, interactivity and usability. Repeatable maximum of six credits. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Prerequisite: ART 376. Advanced level graphic design course with an emphasis on narrative, multi-page and sequential design. Projects utilize advanced typographic and organizational systems using traditional and digital processes and media. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Prerequisites: ART 171, ART 181, ART 182, ART 183, ART 184, ART 234. Exploration of computer graphics discipline by solving problems in computer based communication and visualization of ideas and processes across various disciplines. Presentation of Interdisciplinary concepts as 2-D and 3-D objects. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores or above.
Instructor consent. Individualized or specialized study in photography. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisite: ART 376. Advanced studio course focusing on the visual expression of branding and identity systems. Students use contemporary design analysis, research and creative strategy techniques, develop comprehensive branding and marketing campaigns, and execute quality presentations. Repeatable, maximum of six credits. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores or above.
Consent of instructor. Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in graphics. Repeatable, maximum of nine credits.
Prerequisite: ART 274. Learn advanced concepts and practices of black and white film photography. Techniques also include controlling a large format camera, close-up/macro photography, processing sheet film, calibrating the film/paper system for the individual, printing on fiber based paper and toning prints. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Prerequisites: ART 271, ART 373, and ART 476. Learn advanced principles and practices of studio and location lighting. Learn the elements of studio lighting for both tabletop product and portrait photography. Study principles of light and lighting, including qualities of light, surface/material qualities, light modification, and lighting patterns. Majors/Minors only. Sophomores and above.
Prerequisites: ART 271, ART 373, and ART 476. Explore non-traditional methods of photographic technique. This class facilitates the use of alternative cameras/lenses, alternative/non-silver processes, and creative presentation techniques. An advanced level photography course that requires experience with black and white processing and large format cameras. Experience in other art mediums can be helpful. Majors/Minors only. Sophomore and above.
Senior Art majors only or consent of instructor. Supervised professional activity in major field of study. Must spend a minimum of 30 clock hours per credit hour. Maximum of five credits per semester. Repeatable, under different subtitles.