Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025

ART 210 Introduction to Ceramics

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.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 221 Fiber Design I

A studio course involving several fiber construction processes and fabric surface treatments in two or three dimensions.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Spring - Check with department/school for next offering

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 224 Research and Writing in the Visual Arts

Introduction to research, writing, and methods in art history.
3

Class Restriction

Include Sophomore and Junior and Senior

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 231 Painting I

Fundamentals of painting. Materials and techniques in basic procedures of studio painting.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 233 Life Drawing

Fundamentals of life drawing emphasizing proportions, anatomy and aesthetic relationships.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 237 Introduction to Digital Media

Discover visual art and communication design concepts using computer software as a creative tool. Create solutions for aesthetic and conceptual challenges, learn file management, design principles, and digital/print production. 

3

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 248 Introduction to Art Education/Art for the Exceptional Child

Assigned placements in K-12 classrooms (25 hours of in-field participation). An overview of the characteristics, needs, and instructional adaptations suitable for teaching visual arts to the exceptional learner.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall Annually

Course Attribute

Community Engaged Learning

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 250 Introduction to Printmaking

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.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 261 Introduction to Sculpture

Introduction to materials, processes, and concepts fundamental to making sculpture. Techniques covered include but are not limited to woodworking, welding, 3D printing, and mixed media.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 265 Metalsmithing

Introduction to materials, processes and concepts basic to making jewelry.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 268 Introduction to Game Design

This course introduces game design, theory and history. Students will learn about the various skills/knowledge important to the field.
3

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 270 Graphic Design I

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.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 and ART 237 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 271 Introduction to Photography

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.

3

Prerequisites

(ART 134 and ART 183 and ART 184 with a minimum grade of D-)

Offered

Generally offered Fall and/or Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 275 Motion Graphics

This course covers establishing motion graphics fundamentals including visual rhythm, kinetic typography, continuity, multi-planar effects and other intermediate industry techniques.

3

Offered

Generally offered Spring Annually

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required

ART 279 Introduction to Video

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.
3

Course Fee

Differential Tuition Required and Course Fee Required