Principles and practices in applying computer graphics in art. General computer orientation: hardware/software configuration, peripherals. Students will create electronically generated art graphics. No experience in computer science is required.
This course is designed for students who are not art majors/ minors, but have interest in photography as a creative medium. Basic Camera types and functions, creative photographic techniques, photography apps, software and visual literacy will be introduced.
This is a general survey class of western and Non-western art of Ancient cultures from Paleolithic art to the Byzantine Empire. The emphasis of this survey is on the major movements and civilizations, methods of analysis, historical and cultural context.
This is a general survey class of Western and Non-western art from Early Medieval to the Baroque Art. The emphasis of this survey is on the major movements and Civilizations, methods of analysis, historical and cultural context.
Elements and principles of art. Exploration of the elements of line, shape and color in two-dimensional and three-dimensional design and drawing projects. Experiences in conceptualization and visual problem solving.
Exploration of the elements of line, shape, color, value, space and texture in 3D spatial design. Experiences with materials, methods, conceptualization, ideation, visual problem solving and evaluation.
A general survey class of Western and Non-western art from Neo-classical Art to Contemporary Art of the 21st Century. The emphasis of this survey is on the major movements and civilizations, methods of analysis, historical and cultural context.
Introduction to further enhance an understanding and appreciation of the functional and expressive nature of architecture, painting, sculpture and the applied arts.
This course is an introduction to the use of clay. The student will learn techniques used in wheel throwing and hand building and safe handling of ceramics chemistry and equipment.
A studio course involving several fiber construction processes and fabric surface treatments in two or three dimensions.
Introduction to the fundamentals of loom weaving as an art form, emphasizing applied design problems.
Introduction to research, writing, and methods in art history.
Fundamentals of painting. Materials and techniques in basic procedures of studio painting.
Deal in depth with concepts, techniques and materials. Problem areas include composition, content, technical concerns, use of color and a range of material use from traditional to contemporary alternatives.
Current trends in technology are discussed through exploration of various digital media. Knowledge related to art, page layout, time and space related media is stimulated through building a portfolio.
Assigned placements in K-12 classrooms. An overview of the characteristics, needs, and instructional adaptations suitable for teaching visual arts to the exceptional learner.
The course focuses on basic techniques of Intaglio and Relief Printmaking, including dry point and monotype techniques in Intaglio, and linoleum cut and wood cut in Relief Printmaking.
Introduction to materials, processes and concepts fundamental to making sculpture.
Introduction to materials, processes and concepts basic to making jewelry.
This course introduces game design, theory and history. Students will learn about the various skills/knowledge important to the field.
This course covers industry-standard design guidelines and its application to planning, design and development of web pages.
This survey course introduces students to graphic design as a conceptual and visual discipline. Emphasis is placed on creative problem solving through a variety of exercises and projects using traditional and digital media.
This course is the beginning level study of digital photography. Learn camera operation, electronic image editing and techniques to improve one's skill as a photographer. This course also emphasizes conceptualization, aesthetic sensitivity and appreciation of the medium as the democratic vehicle for communication.
This course covers establishing motion graphics fundamentals including visual rhythm, kinetic typography, continuity, multi-planar effects and other intermediate industry techniques.
This course covers creating new documents, importing files, working with text, alignment tools, and managing colors to produce high quality documents for print and on-screen delivery.
This course explores fundamental techniques in raster-graphics software. Students will use raster tools, layers multiple images and masks in order to construct and modify digital images.
This course explores fundamental techniques in vector-graphics software. Students will use vector tools, text and image tracing in order to create vector artwork for web, video and print.
This course addresses the theory and practice of film/video production. Students gain experience and understanding of camera operation, audio control, basic directing, lighting, editing and effects.
Explore concepts of visual thinking, communication and the meaning of visual images as icons, signs and symbols. Analyze images and art objects. Learn and apply strategies for visual problem solving.
This course prepares the visual art student for a career as a commercial or working fine artist. Areas to be researched include identity and presentation, an introduction to professional structures, and innovative pathways for the professional artist. Students will examine their professional goals, and how to navigate the creative process and the unique challenges of being a professional artist.
Arts workshops are for the study of specialized areas in art, art education, art history, graphic arts and related fields. Specific workshop content is determined by subtitle.
In this course students will develop techniques used in forming clay with the potters wheel. Course concentrates on form and function. Students will also operate the ceramics lab and equipment.
In this course students will develop techniques used in forming clay including coil, slab, slip casting and other mold making techniques. Students will also operate the ceramics lab and equipment.
Continue the study and exploration of fiber construction and fabric surface treatments with emphasis on their design applications.
Development of individual expression in studio painting and development of mastery of the mediums.
Fundamentals of life drawing emphasizing proportions, anatomy and aesthetic relationships.
The course is designed to introduce techniques used for concept visualization as a cross-disciplinary, research-based environment. Connections between data presentation in digital media will be discussed.
Gain practical experience in the classroom with variety of materials, art subject matter and with varying age groups. Requires classroom observation and participation with weekly seminar.
The course focuses on the following media: soft ground, hard ground, aquatint, feather biting, and spit biting. Innovative solutions to technical problems, development of personal images, and fundamental skills are emphasized.
Investigation in techniques of creating monotypes and monoprints (one-of-a-kind printed images). Individual imagery and technical development are emphasized.
The course focuses on media in Relief Printmaking: Linocut, Wood Cut, Reduction Woodcut, Callographs, and Engraving. Printed with Oil-based and Water-based inks, on and off-press printing will be investigated.
Problems in specific casting processes in sculpture, including intermediate level bronze, aluminum metal casting, and alternative non-metal casting materials and techniques. Non-traditional approaches to casting will also be covered.
Problems in fabrication in sculpture, including: steel, aluminum, wood, and plastics. Processes examined include: intermediate level MIG welding, brazing, other types of connections and wood joinery.
This class will introduce the methods and practices of digital fabrication to produce
creative works in studio and/or design. Learn the basics of 3D modeling and computer-aided manufacturing to produce functional and conceptual work that suit your artistic interests.
This course utilizes the tools and techniques required to create the components of game design including: narrative structure, character development, design and storyboarding.
This course covers advanced techniques for creating artistic games utilizing various digital media. Collaborative production will involve code, video and sound, focusing on game production and prototyping.
The continued study of the conceptual and applied aspects of graphic design. Projects and exercises challenge students to better understand and utilize design strategies, theories and systems.
This course covers 35mm and large format black and white film photography. Students also address concepts and aesthetics of documentary and editorial photography.
Students will learn a variety of digital and photographic techniques in order to come up with creative solutions to conceptual and aesthetic challenges.
Students explore the theoretical, expressive and applied use of typography as an integral part of visual communication. Coursework materials cover the application of typographic formats and systems, along with the history of conventional and emerging design theories.
This course covers advanced set, product and people lighting skills with projects that are designed to provide the student with real-world style assignments.
This course explores non-traditional methods of photographic equipment, processes, techniques and delivery.
This course provides the visual art student with practical experience toward the goal of becoming a commercial or working fine artist. Areas of research include: developing an identity, website development, professional portfolio development, legal structures, copyright and intellectual property laws, marketing and advertising, and networking through professional/group associations.
This course is an advanced exploration of clay. Students will be given the freedom to work with both wheel throwing and hand building techniques to complete a series of challenging assignments.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in ceramics.
Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
Special Notes
Maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.
Continue the study of loom weaving, particularly loom-controlled techniques.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in fibers.
Introduction to the historical/philosophical nature of museums in addition to current issues within the field, controversial topics, and the ever-evolving role of museums within society.
Students will learn about the history, philosophy, and current issues of Museum Leadership and arts administration.
Continued development of individual expression and mastery of the medium. Emphasis on appropriate use of medium toward creative ends.
Advanced Development of individual expression and mastery of the medium. Emphasis on developing a cohesive body of work.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in drawing. Emphasis on exploration and development of ambitious, original approaches to drawing.
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.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in drawing.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in painting.
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.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topics related to computer graphics.
An in-depth study of the field of art education and pre-professional related areas including: learning theory, aesthetics and psychology.
The course examines the teaching of art based on local and global cultural contexts including past traditions and current issues. The course includes art making experiences in the community.
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ART 181 with a minimum grade of D) and (
ART 182 with a minimum grade of D) and (
ART 183 with a minimum grade of D-) and (
ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-) and (
ART 234 with a minimumgrade of D-)
Study curriculum development and art learning activities appropriate for instruction in elementary and secondary art education.
The class introduces elements of the visual arts and aesthetics that are applicable to children's learning in the elementary classroom.
(GPA-2.75) and (
EDFE 120 with a minimum grade of S or Applic for Full Adm to PTEP with a minimum score of 9)
Gain practical experience in the classroom with variety of materials, subject matter and with varying age groups. Requires observation in public school visual arts classrooms, participation in a variety of classroom experiences including preparing, teaching and assessing a visual arts unit and participation with weekly seminar.
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ART 345 with a minimum grade of D-) and (
EDFE 120 with a minimum grade of S or Applic for Full Adm to PTEP with a minimum score of 9)
Students investigate thematic interpretation of ideas and express them in a variety of systems. Through conceptual thought & formatting, students will explore an integration of 2D/3D projects.
A study of cultural, social, philosophical, and theoretical issues in the arts. The course includes discussion of educational, museum, gallery and visual culture contexts including studio and post-studio practices.
The course focuses on linocut, reduction woodcut, callographs, and engraving in Relief and in Intaglio on soft ground, hard ground, aquatint, feather biting. Development of personal images are emphasized.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topic in printmaking.
Self-directed studies in selected sculptural modes or processes.
ART 361 with a minimum grade of D-
Instruction in advanced skills, techniques and concepts in sculpture at the undergraduate level. Emphasis on developing a coherent body of work.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topic in jewelry.
Extension of increasingly skilled and sophisticated techniques/processes in jewelry and metalwork.
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.
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EDFE 130 with a minimum grade of S or Applic for Full Adm to PTEP with a minimum score of 9)
This class will re-enforce the methods and practices of digital fabrication learned in Introduction to Digital Fabrication to produce creative works in studio and/or design. 3D modeling and computer-aided manufacturing will be utilized to produce functional and conceptual work at a more advanced level.
This course familiarizes students with advanced techniques used for creating artistic games with the use of various digital media. Collaborative production will involve code, video and sound, focusing on game production and prototyping.
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.
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.
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.
Individualized or specialized study in photography.
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.
Individualized or specialized study on specific topics in graphics.
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.
ART 274 with a minimum grade of D-
The course focuses on the completion of a self initiated senior project and preparation of a professional portfolio. Students research and prepare capstone projects, and prepare a cohesive body of work for graduation.
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ART 376 and Concurrent Prerequisite
ART 469 and Concurrent Prerequisite
ART 470 and Concurrent Prerequisite
ART 473 with a minimum grade of D-)
This course provides the student with the opportunity to undertake a specialized study of a photographic process, technique or topic.
Study the history and arts of Africa, South Seas and Mesoamerica.
Students will learn about the arts traditions of East Asia and the aesthetic underpinnings of traditional East Asian culture.
Study in detail the humanistic aspects of the renaissance art 1250-1600, including the evolutionary developments of Mannerism and the beginnings of Baroque Art.
Study of art and architecture from the 19th century, with a focus on Europe and America.
An in-depth study of style characteristics and cultural contexts of modern, late modern and postmodern art.
Supervised professional activity in major field of study. Must spend a minimum of 30 clock hours per credit hour.
This course provides emerging museum professionals hands on experience, skill-sets, and theories essential in producing museum quality exhibitions within the field of Museum Studies.
In depth study of topics in art and art history.
In depth study of art in Europe and the Americas from 1900 through post-modernism.