Implementation Date: 2010
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The Department of Art and Art History is submitting 107 edits. Current and new course descriptions follow. Text boxes contain specific changes for each of our course headings (ARTA, ARTB, ARTC, ARTD, ARTE, ARTF, ARTG, ARTL, ARTP, ARTR, ARTT, ARTZ).
Academic and DepartmentalArt (ARTA)
CHANGES to ARTA:
1. Edit title of Course Heading.
2. Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
a. ARTA 2800, 3000, 3101, 3201, 3400, 3800, 3801, 4601.
3. Edit text for ARTA 3101 and 3801.
4. Add prerequiste of ARTB 1206 to ARTA 3201 and clarify text and title.
5. Delete ARTA 3202 and 3203.
a. All concentration applicants will now take the same class (ARTA 3201).
6. Edit text in ARTA 3400.
7. Change course number for ARTA 3402 to 1402. There are no prerequisites.
ARTA 2800. Directed Studies in Art. (1-3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and department. Directed individual research in a particular artistic field of interest not otherwise offered. May be repeated for credit. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ARTA 3000. Topics in Art. (1-3) Art majors only. Special topic in art. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTA 3101. Art Writing. (3) (W) Art majors only. Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 and 1102. Cross-listed as JOUR 3050. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor for non-majors. Priority for Art and Architecture majors.Intensive writing experience in the forms of writing commonly employed in the visual arts: criticism, journalism, historical research, personal essay. (On demand)
ARTA 3201. Graphic Design and Illustration BFA Portfolio Review. (1) Prerequisites: Art major status, 2.0 2.5 GPA, C or above in ARTB 1201, and ARTB 1203 and completion of ARTC 2171 or ARTC 2172 or ARTF 2151 or ARTG 2181 or ARTL 2186 or ARTM 2105 or ARTP 2131 or ARTR 2161 or ARTR 2162 or ARTT 2191 or ARTZ 2146, depending on concentration. Students will compile a portfolio of work and written information to apply to any concentration in the BFA track. A passing grade reflects acceptance of portfolio and admission into the BFA degree program. Those denied will maintain BA degree status. Six seminar style classes provide guidance with written statements, documentation of artwork and presentation format. Guest speakers present information related to the portfolio packet and exhibition issues. Portfolio is due during the seventh week of the semester. Repeat for credit when applying to a second different concentration area. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring)
ARTA 3202. 2D BFA Portfolio Review. (1) Prerequisites: Art major status, 2.0 GPA, C or above in ARTB 1201, and ARTB 1203, and completion of ARTM 2105, or ARTP 2131, or ARTR 2161, or ARTR 2162, or ARTT 2191, depending on concentration. Six seminar style classes provide guidance with written statements, documentation of artwork and presentation format. Guest speakers present information related to the portfolio packet and exhibition issues. Portfolio is due during the seventh week of the semester. Repeat for credit when applying to a second concentration area. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring)
ARTA 3203. 3D BFA Portfolio Review. (1) Prerequisites: Art major status, 2.0 GPA, C or above in and completion of ARTC 2171, or ARTC 2172, or ARTF 2151, or ARTZ 2141, depending on concentration. Six seminar style classes provide guidance with written statements, documentation of artwork and presentation format. Guest speakers present information related to the portfolio packet and exhibition issues. Portfolio is due during the seventh week of the semester. Repeat for credit when applying to a 3D concentration area. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring)
ARTA 3400. Internship in the Arts. (1-3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: Permission of sponsor and instructor and department. Non-salaried opportunity for students to observe, examine, and participate in the creative dynamics and procedural operations of an art organization, arts related business, professional artist's studio, or expert craftsworker. Sponsor supervised. A three credit experience requires 120 contact hours per semester. Repeat for credit with different sponsors. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ARTA 3402 1402. Gallery Internship. (3) Participation in all phases of exhibition selection, preparation, and presentation in four campus galleries under supervision of campus galleries coordinator. May be repeated one time for credit.(Fall, Spring)
ARTA 3800. Independent Study in Art. (1-3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and department. Supervised individual research of artistic problems with appropriate documentation of the results. May be repeated for credit. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ARTA 3801. Visual Arts Workshop. (1-6) Art majors only. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and department. Contracted and pre-approved arrangements for student to receive credit for visual arts workshops conducted outside the University's course offerings. May be repeated for credit. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ARTA 4601. BFA Senior Exhibit. (1) Art majors only. Prerequisites: Senior status; ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203; andconcurrently enrolled in ARTC 4972, ARTF 4952, ARTG 4982, ARTL 4981, ARTP 4933, ARTR 4963, ARTT 4992, or ARTZ 4943. BFA candidates will prepare, install, and exhibit a body of work to fulfill BFA exit requirement. Repeat for credit with change in concentration. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring)
Basic Foundation Studios (ARTB)
CHANGES to ARTB:
1. Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
ARTB 1201. 2D Design. (3) Art majors only. Introductory studio exploring basic concepts and techniques of visual organization in two dimensions. Includes study of the formal elements and principals of composition and the interrelationship between form and content. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTB 1202. 3D Design.(3) Art majors only. A beginning studio emphasizing experimentation with design and materials as related to the exploration of form and space in three dimensions. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTB 1203. Drawing I. (3) Art majors only. Introduction to drawing involving skills and theory including perspective, proportion, rendering, and expression in a variety of media and techniques. Priority for majors. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTB 1205.Figure Drawing I. (3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1203. A studio course that explores strategies for drawing the human form in terms of anatomy, proportions, expression, movement, and composition with a variety of media and techniques. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTB 1206. Concept Studio.(3) Art majors only. Introduction to the breadth of contemporary art practice in a lecture/lab format. Emphasis on the generation of ideas and their integration into objects, sound, digital media, and/or performance. Four contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
Ceramics (ARTC)
CHANGES to ARTC:
Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in department.
a. ARTC 2171, 2172, 3071, 3171, 3172, 3273, 3274, 4175, 4971, 4972.
Add ARTB 1206 as prerequisite to all 2000 level studio classes.
a. ARTC 2171, 2172.
Add ARTB 1202 as prerequisite to ARTC 2171 and 2172.
ARTC 2171. Ceramics Handbuilding.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: ARTB 1202 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Introduction to handbuilt forming methods, concept development, ceramic materials, and firingprocedures. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 2172. Ceramics Wheel 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1202 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Introduction to wheel forming methods and emphasis on skill development, design, glaze application, utilitarian and sculptural concepts, and basic high-fire techniques. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 3071. Topics in Ceramics.(1-3) Art majors only. Special topics in ceramics. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTC 3171. Ceramic Sculpture.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTC 2171. Intermediate studio emphasizing sculptural techniques, concepts, and design. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 3172. Ceramics Wheel 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTC 2172. Continuation of ARTC 2172 emphasizing development of skills, materials, high temperature firing techniques, design concepts related to utility and sculpture. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 3273. Ceramics 3.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: Choose two of the following in sequence: C or above in ARTC 2171 and ARTC 3171 or ARTC 2172 and ARTC 3172. Intermediate development of skills and concepts. More advanced materials and firing techniques. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 3274. Ceramics 4.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTC 3273 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Continuation of ARTC 3273. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 4175. Ceramics 5.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTC 3274 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Advanced ceramic studio of higher level skills, concepts, and aesthetics with particular emphasis on personal expression and development of an individual clay portfolio. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 4971. Ceramics Projects 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTC 4175 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Combination studio and seminar class. Continuation of ARTC 4175 with particular emphasis on personal expression and development of a strong individual clay portfolio. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTC 4972. Ceramics Projects 2. (3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTC 4971 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisite: ARTA 4601.Continuation of ARTC 4971 culminating in a body of original ceramic art in preparation for BFA Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
Drawing (ARTD)
CHANGES to ARTD:
Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in department.
a. ARTD 2139 and 3134.
Add ARTB 1206 as pre or co-requisite to all 2000 level studio classes.
a. ARTD 2139 and 3134.
ARTD 2139. Drawing 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201,and ARTB 1203 and pre or co-requisite ARTB 1206. Further development of perceptual skills with emphasis on conceptual issues; exploration of subject matter, meaning and content, and thematic development in a variety of black and white and color materials. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTD 3134. Figure & Anatomy.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1201,and 1205 and pre or co-requisite ARTB 1206. Emphasizes the study of anatomy as it pertains to drawing. Complex drawing problems in a variety of media. Six contact hours. (On demand)
Art Education (ARTE)
CHANGES to ARTE:
1. Add Art Majors only to all Art Education classes (except one).
a. ARTE 2100, 4021, 4121, 4122, 4467.
2. Clarify text in ARTE 4121, 4122 and 4167.
ARTE 2100. Introduction to Art Education.(3) Art majors only. Introduction to the history of art education, theories of artistic development, teaching and learning in K-12 art settings and planning lessons. A twenty-hour practicum, in which students observe art teacher behavior in schools and assist students, is a required part of the course. A grade of 'B' or better is required for admittance to art teacher licensure. Lecture. 3 contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTE 4021. Topics in Art Education.(1-3) Art majors only. Special topics in art education. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTE 4121. Elementary Art Methods.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: Formal admission to teacher licensure and the Art Education Minor (includes passing scores on Praxis I and B or above in ARTE 2100 with a grade of B or better). Analysis of learning themes as related to growth and development in the visual arts; organization of tools, media and materials appropriate for the elementary level; curriculum design in planning art units and lessons, evaluation and motivation techniques. Thirty-six hour internship in an elementary setting is required where the student will assist the teacher, tutor students and teach a minimum of two art lessons. Lecture/Lab. Five contact hours. (Spring)
ARTE 4122. Secondary Art Methods.(3) (W,O) Art majors only. Prerequisites: Formal admission to teacher licensure and the Art Education Minor (includes C or better in ARTE 4121 and passing scores on Praxis I and ARTE 2100). Analysis of learning themes as related to growth and development in the visual arts; organization of tools, media and materials appropriate for the secondary level; curriculum design in planning art units and lessons, evaluation and motivation techniques. Three-hour per week internship in a secondary setting is required where the student will assist the teacher, tutor students and teach a minimum of two art lessons. Lecture/Lab. Five contact hours. (Fall/Spring)
ARTE 4467. Student Teaching in Art.(15) Art majors only. Prerequisites: ARTE 2100, ARTE 4121, C or above in ARTE 4122, and approved application for student teaching; senior status; completion of professional education requirements; grades of C or better in all courses required for licensure. Corequisite: enrollment only in student teaching. A planned sequence of experiences in the student's area of specialization conducted in an approved school setting under the supervision and coordination of a University supervisor and a cooperating teacher. The student must demonstrate the competencies identified for teaching art in an appropriate grade level setting. (Fall, Spring)
Fibers (ARTF)
CHANGES to ARTF:
1) Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in department.
a. ARTF 2151, 2256, 2257, 3051, 3352, 3353, 3354, 3355, 4951, 4952
2) Add ARTB 1206 as a pre or co-req to ARTF 2151, 2257.
3) Add ARTB 1202 as a prerequisite to ARTF 2151, 2257.
4) Delete prereqs form ARTF 2256, 3352. The prereqs will automatically be incorporated by adding them to ARTF 2151 (already a prereq).
5) Add prerequisites of ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203 to ARTF 3355, 4952 .
a. Accidentally left out in previous catalogs.
ARTF 2151. Fibers 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1202 and pre or co-requisite ARTB 1206. Introduction to the field of fibers, with exploration in constructed fibers, garment forms, and surface design, including weaving, dying, printing, and three dimensional construction techniques. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTF 2256. Rug Weaving.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTF 2151andARTB 1202and pre or co-requisite ARTB 1206.Technical study including warp-faced and weft-faced rugs, pile, and flat woven surfaces. May be repeated for credit. Six contact hours. (On demand)
ARTF 2257. Mixed Media Book Arts & Papermaking.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1202 and pre or co-requisite ARTB 1206. An introduction to book art forms including hand- sewn Western Codex, Japanese binding, accordion pleats, sculptural book forms and pop-ups, etc. Students will create a portfolio of handmade papers using abaca and other fibers, and explore three- dimensional paper forms. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTF 3051. Topics in Fibers.(1-3) Art majors only. Special Topics in fibers. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTF 3352. Fibers 2: Surface Design 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTF 2151 and ARTB 1202. Exploration of surface design techniques including batik, silkscreen, block printing and other dyeing processes combined with embellishment techniques such as embroidery and beadwork. Six contact hours. (Fall)
ARTF 3353. Fibers 3: Constructed Textiles 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTF 3352. An exploration of traditional textile construction methods for application in the making of contemporary sculpture and installation works. Techniques covered may include weaving, twining, garment forms, plaiting, felt-making, knotting, coiling, crochet, etc. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTF 3354. Fibers 4: Surface Design 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in in ARTF 3353 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. A continuation of surface design methods such as dyeing, silkscreen and block printing, shibori, marbling and other experimental methods. Fabric manipulation processes will be explored as will beading, collage, foils and stitching as mark-making. Six contact hours. (Fall)
ARTF 3355. Fibers 5: Constructed Textiles 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTF 3354 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. A continuation of study and application of constructed textile methods in the making of contemporary sculptural forms and installations. Techniques may include sewing, knotting, weaving, crochet and felt- making, etc. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTF 4951. Fibers Projects 1.(3) Art majors only.Prerequisite: C or above in ARTF 3355 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Advanced level fiber techniques and concepts with emphasis on personal expression and development of individual fiber portfolio. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTF 4952. Fibers Projects 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTF 4951 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisite: ARTA 4601. Emphasis on portfolio development, professional practices specific to the fiber field and preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall,Spring)
Graphic Design (ARTG)
CHANGES to ARTG:
1. Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in department.
a. ARTG 2180, 2181, 3081, 3183, 3184, 3287, 3408, 4180, 4181, 4982
2. Add ARTB 1206 as a pre or co-req to ARTG 2180 and 2181.
ARTG 2180. Graphic Design Methods.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1201 and pre or co-requisite ARTB 1206. Introduction to the discipline of graphic design. A lecture-based course with a smaller studio component. Focus on graphic design history and the process/methodology unique to the design profession. Project assignments will coincide with lecture material, and will enable students to develop the visual problem solving skills and non-computer-hand skills needed for pursuing further study in graphic design. Four contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTG 2181. Graphic Design 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201 and ARTB 1203 and pre or co-requisite ARTB 1206. Introduction to basic graphic design and visual communications principles and the history of design. Exploration of equipment, materials, techniques, and procedures. Emphasis on concept development and basic layout design skills. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTG 3081. Topics in Graphic Design.(1-3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTG 2181 and permission of instructor. Special topics in graphic design. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTG 3183. Graphic Design 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTM 2105, ARTG 2180 and ARTG 2181. Intermediate level graphic design and visual communications problem-solving with an introduction to electronic pre-press and print production techniques. Assignments focus on research, concept evolution, designer/client relationships, and the function of the computer as a creative tool. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTG 3184. Typography.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTG 3183 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203.Investigation of the principles of typography including the expressive characteristics of letterforms, the relationships between image and type, and the application of type to new forms of visual media. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTG 3287. Environmental Design.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTG 2181 and ARTG 3183. Theory, design, and fabrication of graphic design systems for museum, corporated, educational, and other public use spaces. (On demand)
ARTG 3408. Graphic Design Internship.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTA 3201; ARTG 3184; and permission of instructor, department, and sponsor (consents required prior to registration). Placement in a professional setting for observation and supervised design-related duties. This experience requires 120 contact hours per semester. Written documentation of internship required. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ARTG 4180. Print Production.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTG 3184 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203.Advanced level graphic design problem-solving that concentrates on the relationships between message and media, and the exploration of both digital and traditional production techniques. Topics also include project planning and scheduling, paper characteristics and selection, and the applied practice of printing as it pertains to visual communication. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTG 4181. Communications Design.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTG 3184 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Advanced study of graphic design as applied to problems in corporate communications and advertising. Project assignments include corporate identity (branding), collateral design, and advertising campaigns for print media. Excellent research, process, design, and presentation skills required. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTG 4982. Graphic Design Projects.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTG 4181 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisite: ARTA 4601. Advanced level studio course requiring independent solving of assigned design problems focusing on self promotion and issues pertaining to design and society. Project requirements also include the creation of new portfolio pieces and/or the revision of existing work. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
Art History (ARTH)
CHANGES to ARTH:
1) Change time of offering to match our practice: ARTH 1211, 1212, 2110, 3393.
2) Add Art and Art History Majors only to ARTH 2110 and 3393.
ARTH 1211. Art History Survey I. (3 Survey of world art from prehistory to c. 1300C.E., focusing on the functions and meanings of individual works of art, visual culture, and art history as a discipline. Lecture course. (Fall and Spring)
ARTH 1212. Art History Survey II. (3) Survey of world art from c. 1300C.E. to the close of the second World War, focusing on the functions and meanings of individual works of art, visual culture, and art history as a discipline. Lecture course. (Fall and Spring)
ARTH 2110. Contemporary Art History. (3) Art and Art History Majors only. History of primary art movements, artists, and visual culture from 1940 to the present, including theoretical and historical perspectives. (Fall and Spring)
ARTH 3393. History of Photography. (3) Art and Art History Majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTH 1212 or permission of instructor. Survey of the major events and stylistic developments in photography from 1839 to the present. (On demand Fall)
Illustration (ARTL)
CHANGES to ARTL:
1) Add pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1205 and ARTB 1206 to ARTR 2186.
2) Add prerequisite of ARTB 1203 to ARTL 2186.
3) Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
4) ARTL 3086, 3186, 3187, 3188, 3286, 4981
5) Edit prerequisites on ARTL 3187 for purposes of clarity and to correct an unrecognized typo.
ARTL 2186. Illustration I.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201 1203 and and pre or corequisite of ARTB 1205 and 1206. Survey of the history of illustration and problems in a wide range of media with emphasis on the significant precedents and individuals responsible for shaping the field. Studio projects, demonstrations, and critiques contribute to visual literacy. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTL 3086. Topics in Illustration.(1-3) Art majors only. Special topics in illustration. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTL 3186. Illustration: Media/Method.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTL 2186. Pre/corequisites: ARTD 2139, 3134. Tools and techniques of illustration including preliminary sketching, photography, library, and Internet research. (Fall)
ARTL 3187. Children's Book Illustration.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in and ARTL 2186 and ARTA 3201, 3202 or 3203 and ARTL 2186. Survey of layout, research, storyboard, dummy, and finished artwork necessary to create a children's book for presentation to publishers. Come prepared with an idea for a children's book. Six contact hours. (Fall) (Alternate years) last offered F09
ARTL 3188. The Figure in Illustration.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTD 2139 and ARTD 3134 and ARTL 2186 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203.Examination of memory and research techniques to draw the figure in any position or environment. Emphasis on anatomy, form, composition, and costume. Six contact hours. (Fall) (Alternate years) last offered F08
ARTL 3286. Illustration Sequence/Story. (3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTD 3134 and ARTL 2186 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisites: Students who are working in the Illustration Concentration must be taking or have taken ARTD 2139. Students who are working in the Graphics Design Concentration must be taking or have taken ARTL 2186. Relationship between words and pictures. Development of a narrative pictorial approach in problems for a wide variety of markets. Single and sequential images as visual solutions. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTL 4981. Illustration Projects.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTL 3186 and ARTL 3286 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisite: ARTA 4601. Initiation and implementation of a self-designed advanced level project solving a complex artistic problem. Research in self promotion, professional practice and portfolio refinement required. Six contact hours. (Spring)
Digital Media (ARTM)
CHANGES to ARTM:
1) Add pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206 to ARTM 2105.
2) Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
a) ARTM 2105, 3005, 3101, 3103, 3105, 3205, 3405, 4901, 4902
ARTM 2105. Digital Media.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201and1203 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Methods of digital and electronic production within a fine arts context, Macintosh hardware and software, an historical overview of electronic artists and artworks, and the Internet as a publishing and research tool. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTM 3005. Topics in Digital Media.(1-3)Art majors only. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and one of the following: ARTA 3201, ARTA 3202 or
ARTA 3203. Special topics in digital media and their integration with non-digital media. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTM 3101. Digital Media II.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: A grade of C or above in ARTM 2105. Advanced methods of digital and electronic art production within the fine arts context. Six contact hours. (Fall)
ARTM 3103. Animation and Interactivity.(3)Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTM 2105 and one of the following: ARTA 3201, ARTA 3202 or ARTA 3203.Emphasis on the tools, techniques, and software used in the creation of interactive multimedia and animation, especially media creation for video, the Internet, and CD-ROM. (Fall, Spring)
ARTM 3105. Video Art.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTM 2105. Video as an art form, including basic techniques of video production and editing, image processing techniques, integration between video and the computer, aesthetic and performance strategies for working in a time-based medium, and survey of the history of video art. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTM 3205. Interactive Art and Design.(3)Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTM 2105 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203.Advanced work in video art, interactive design, and digital installation art. Six contact hours. (Fall)
ARTM 3405. Internship in Digital Media.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTM 3103, 3105, or 3205; and permission of instructor, department, and sponsor (consents required prior to registration). Non- salaried opportunity for students to observe, examine, and participate in the creative dynamics and procedural operations of an art organization, production house or other arts related business or expert craftsman dealing with digital media. Sponsor and faculty supervised. This experience requires 120 contact hours per semester. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (On demand)
ARTM 4901. Digital Media Projects 1.(3)Art majors only. Prerequisites: A grade of C or above in ARTM 3103 or ARTM 3105 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203.Digital media studio focused on producing a body of work related to an artistic problem or theme chosen and explored as visual research by the student. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTM 4902. Digital Media Projects 2.(3)Art majors only. Prerequisites: A grade of C or above in ARTM 4901 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisite: ARTA 4601. Continuation of ARTM 4901 culminating in a body of original art work in preparation for BFA Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring
Painting (ARTP)
CHANGES to ARTP:
1) Add pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206 to ARTP 2131.
2) Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
a) ARTP 2131, 3031, 3131, 3132, 3161, 4931, 4932, 4933
3) Add prerequisite of ARTA 3201, 3202 or 3203 to ARTP 4932.
a) This was unintentionally left off in previous edits.
ARTP 2131. Painting 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1201 and 1203. Beginning studio exploring basic theory and technique of painting using oil paints. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTP 3031. Topics in Painting.(1-3) Art majors only. Special topics in painting. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTP 3131. Abstract Painting.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTP 2131. Intermediate studio exploring varieties of abstraction in modern and post- modern painting practice, using acrylic and oil paints, collage, and mixed media. Six contact hours. (Fall)
ARTP 3132. Figure in Painting.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTP 2131; ARTB 1205; and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Intermediate studio exploring the human form as a vehicle for artistic expression using oil and acrylic paints and mixed media. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTP 3161. Mixed Media.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTP 2131. Intermediate studio exploring conceptual problems using color drawing media, painting, collage, and low-tech printmaking techniques. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTP 4931. Painting Projects 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in any 2 of the following: ARTP 3131, 3132, 3161; and one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Advanced studio exploring individual directions in painting and preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTP 4932. Painting Projects 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTP 3161 and 4931 and one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Advanced studio continuing exploration of individual directions in painting and preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTP 4933. Painting Projects 3.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTP 3131, 3132, 3161, 4932; and one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisite: ARTA 4601. Advanced Studio continuing exploration of individual direction(s) in painting and preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. May be repeated for credit without exhibition. (Fall, Spring)
Print Media (ARTR)
CHANGES to ARTR:
1) Add pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206 to ARTR 2161, 2162, 3162.
2) Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
a) ARTR 2161, 2162, 3061, 3162, 3263, 4961, 4962, 4963
ARTR 2161. Print Media: Serigraphy, Relief and Mixed Media.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201andARTB 1203 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Introduction to basic digital processes including scanning, modest manipulation of photo-imagery, production of photo-transparencies and small publications, traditional serigraphic, relief and mixed media methods. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTR 2162. Print Media: Intaglio Methods.(3)Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201andARTB 1203 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Exploration of traditional intaglio, digital/photo- intaglio, and mixed media methods. Six contact hours. (Spring)
ARTR 3061. Topics in Print Media.(1-3) Art majors only. Special topics in print media. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTR 3162. Print Media 3.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1201 and ARTB 1203 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Exploration of alternative and/or traditional methods in print media including monotype, planographic, and/or digital and mixed media imagery. Six contact hours. (Fall)
ARTR 3263. Print Media 4.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTR 2161, ARTR 2162, ARTR 3162 and ARTA 3201 or 3202 or 3203. Exploration of advanced methods in print media with emphasis upon idea development. Employs methodologies learned in prerequisite classes in combination with mixed media approaches. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTR 4961. Print Media Projects 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTR 3263 and ARTA 3201 or 3202 or 3203. Studio exploring individual direction(s) in any method of print and combined media, and preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTR 4962. Print Media Projects 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTR 4961 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Studio exploring individual direction(s) in any method of print and combined media, and preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTR 4963. Print Media Projects 3.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTR 4962 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Studio exploring individual direction(s) in any method of print and combined media, and preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. May be repeated for credit without the exhibition. (Fall, Spring)
Photography (ARTT)
CHANGES to ARTT:
1) Add pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206 to ARTT 2191.
2) Add prerequisite of ARTB 1201 to ARTT 2191.
3) Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
a) ARTT 2191, 3091, 3190, 3191, 3195, 3391, 4291, 4409, 4991, 4992
4) Change time of offering on ARTT 3190 and 3191.
ARTT 2191. Photographic Media I.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1201 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Fundamental principles, processes, and aesthetics of black and white photography. Introduction to photographic theory, operation of cameras, and basic darkroom techniques. Principles of photography as a means of personal expression. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTT 3091. Topics in Photography.(1-3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Special topics in photography. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. Six contact hours. (On demand)
ARTT 3190. Digital Photography.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTT 2191 and ARTM 2105. Exploration of the technical and aesthetic parameters unique to digital photography. Forms of input and output will be discussed along with advanced applications of Adobe Photoshop. Six contact hours. (On demand Spring)
ARTT 3191. Camera & Light.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201 and ARTT 2191. Principles and practices of small, medium or large format photography, in conjunction with available and studio lighting techniques. Emphasis on personal expression. Six contact hours. (On demand Fall, Spring)
ARTT 3195. Documentary Photography and Video.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTT 2191. Examines the nature of photographic documents, considering their sociological, anthropological, and artistic qualities. Students are required to study the history and criticism of documentation and to make a document incorporating historical information and contemporary concerns. Six contact hours. (On demand)
ARTT 3391. Black & White Printing.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201 and ARTT 2191 and one of the following: ARTA 3201, ARTA 3202 or ARTA 3203.Continuation of ARTT 2191 with emphasis on contemporary methods, approaches and techniques in silver printing used as a means of creative personal expression. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTT 4291. Advanced Photographic Media.(3)Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTT 3190 and ARTT 3191 and one of the following: ARTA 3201, ARTA 3202 or ARTA 3203.Advanced use of photographic media for individual creative expression. May be repeated for credit. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTT 4409. Internship in Photography.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTT 3191, ARTT 4291, ARTA 3202, and permission of instructor, department, and sponsor (consents required prior to registration). Non-salaried opportunity for students to observe, examine, and participate in the creative dynamics and procedural operations of photography and digital media art organizations, photographically and digital media related businesses, or museum studies. Sponsor and faculty supervised. This experience requires 120 contact hours per semester. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ARTT 4991. Photography Projects 1.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTT 3391; ARTT 4291; and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Photographic, video and digital media studio focused on producing a body of work related to an artistic problem or theme chosen and explored as visual research by the student. Six contact hours. (Fall,Spring)
ARTT 4992. Photography Projects 2. (3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTT 4991 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203.Corequisite: ARTA 4601. Continuation of ARTT 4991 and completion of a body of original art work. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
Sculpture (ARTZ)
CHANGES to ARTZ: the new Coordinator of Sculpture and the faculty at large are interested in aligning our program with contemporary practices in this area of study. Edits listed below complete this need.
1) Delete 2 ARTZ classes: ARTZ 2146 and ARTZ 3046.
2) Add pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206 to 2 (2000 level) classes.
a) ARTZ 2104 and ARTZ 2141
3) Add Art Majors only to all studio classes in the department.
a) ARTZ 2014, 2141, 3041, 3104, 3142, 3243, 3344, 4941, 4942, 4943
4) Editing of text in ARTZ 2141, 3142, 3243, 3344, 4941
5) Update time of offering on ARTZ 2104 and 3104
ARTZ 2104. Installation Art.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1201 and 1202 and pre or co-requisite of ARTB 1206. Techniques and methods of creating Installation Art, from the generation of initial ideas, to experimentation, mockups, and final assembly. Emphasis on the historical and creative issues surrounding the nature and definition of installation art. May be repeated one time for credit. Six contact hours. (Fall and Spring)
ARTZ 2141. Sculpture 1: Why Sculpture: Construction.(3) Prerequisites: C or above in ARTB 1202 and 1203 a. Beginning studio exploring three-dimensional forms, concepts, and basic construction techniques utilizing wood as the primary media. Prerequisites: Art majors only. C or above in ARTB 1202, 1203 and pre or co requisite of ARTB 1206. Introduction to Sculpture, developing understanding and application of 3 dimensional design principles with strong emphasis on expressive qualities of objects and their form. Investigates potential of sculpture as a tool of communication in addressing contemporary subjects and phenomena, from the aesthetical and cultural to social and political. Introduces construction techniques using wood, mixed media, assemblage, ready-made objects, clay modeling from life, waste mold making, and plaster casting. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTZ 2146. Metalsmithing/Jewelry I. (3)
Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1202. Beginning studio exploring three-dimensional forms, concepts and techniques utilizing non-ferrous metals in functional design. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTZ 3041. Topics in Sculpture.(1-3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: C or above in ARTB 1202 .Special Topics in sculpture. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTZ 3046. Topics in Metalsmithing/Jewelry. (1-3)
Prerequisite: C or above in ARTZ 2146. Special topics in metalsmithing. May be repeated for credit with change in topic. (On demand)
ARTZ 3104. Installation Art 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ARTZ 2104. Intermediate level continuation of ARTZ 2104. Emphasis is placed on personal expression, concept evolution and site- specific works. Six contact hours. (Fall andSpring)
ARTZ 3142. Sculpture 2: Object vs. Event: Casting & Fabrication. (3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTZ 2141. Intermediate studio continuing exploration of three- dimensional forms and concepts while introducing metal casting, more advanced wood-forming processes, and basic metal-fabrication techniques. Investigates theory and practice of contemporary sculpture in the context of its history and current developments. Addresses the relevance of object making vis � vis the era of digital media. Interdisciplinary approach introducing installation and performance as well as metal fabrication and lost wax bronze casting. Emphasizes importance of artistic research. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTZ 3243. Sculpture 3: Sculpture = Concept Additive/Subtractive/ Assemblage.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTC 2171 or ARTC 2172 and ARTZ 3142. Advanced studio continuing exploration of three-dimensional forms and concepts while introducing additive/subtractive processes utilizing clay and plaster, and advanced metal-fabrication techniques. C or above in ARTZ 2104 and 3142. Focuses on conceptual aspects of sculpture/installation. Develops student ability to communicate with audience specific ideas utilizing varied materials and forms of expression. Requires students to present their artistic research in a broad context of reasons for art making. Environmental topics and environmental art/installation will be introduced. Introducing more advanced metal and wood fabrication techniques and less traditional sculpture media. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTZ 3344. Sculpture 4: Public Sculpture. From Studio to Public Space.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTZ 3243, 3104 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203.Studio continuing exploration of three-dimensional forms and concepts while introducing techniques and issues related to designing, constructing and installing large scale public sculpture. Explores art in public spaces with emphasis on work, which inspires critical dialogue and non-traditional public venues for art, including work integrated into the city infrastructure as well as temporary artistic intervention in the urban environment. Stresses the site-specific character of the work. Introduces media, technologies, and requirements of work in public settings. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTZ 4941. Sculpture Projects 1. (3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTZ 3344 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Advanced studio exploring self directed artistic investigation based on goals and interests as defined in student�s project proposal. A coherent body of work will be created in preparation for the Senior Exhibition. Studio continuing exploration of individual direction(s) in sculpture in preparation for Senior Exhibition.Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTZ 4942. Sculpture Projects 2.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTZ 4941 and ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Studio continuing exploration of individual direction(s) in sculpture in preparation for Senior Exhibition. Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)
ARTZ 4943. Sculpture Projects 3.(3) Art majors only. Prerequisites: C or above in ARTZ 4942 and at least one of the following: ARTA 3201, 3202, or 3203. Corequisite: ARTA 4601. Studio continuing exploration of individual direction(s) in sculpture in preparation for Senior Exhibition.Six contact hours. (Fall, Spring)