FIRST YEAR | ||
First Semester | Hours | |
ART-100 | Drawing I +ART-100Fundamental concepts and application of techniques of drawing, using a variety of media. Studies from nature and life are used, leading to an interpretative approach to understanding the visual environment, light on form, perspective and composition.
| 3.0 |
ART-110 | 2-D Design ART-110A comprehensive study of the elements and principles of a two-dimensional design. Experience with a variety of materials and techniques.
| 3.0 |
ART-260 | Art History I +ART-260The primary focus of this course will involve an understanding of the historical developments of the visual arts (painting, sculpture, architecture) from Pre-historic through the Gothic period. Works of art will be examined as expressions of ideas, beliefs and practices of artists, cultures and societies. The relationship between the style, symbolism and function of art; the political, religious and philosophical ideas supporting them; and the ideals of the culture that produced them will also be explored.
| 3.0 |
--- --- | Social/Behavioral Science (IAI S) --- ---
| 3.0 |
MAT-125 | Statistics * ORMAT-125Application of elementary principles of descriptive statistics including frequency distribution, graphical presentation, measures of center, location and variation. Elements of probability, sampling techniques, binomial and normal distribution, correlation/regression and hypothesis testing. Graphing calculator and Excel required.
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MAT-116 | General Education Math *MAT-116Survey of mathematical topics with emphasis on solutions to real life problems. Topics will include set theory, consumer/financial math, measurement, and statistics. Problem solving projects involving detailed written solutions will be required. Calculators and computers will be used.
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
15.0 | |
Second Semester | ||
ART-200 | Drawing II * +++ART-200Continued study of concepts and techniques of drawing; emphasis on developing individual expression through abstraction from observation, more conceptual approaches to drawing from life.
| 3.0 |
ART-225 | Ceramics I +++ART-225A studio art course which explores different methods of working with the media clay. The basic hand building methods of pinch, coil, slab and mold and an introduction to throwing pottery on the wheel will be covered as well as instruction on different methods of surface decoration. Developing good craftsmanship as well as creative inventiveness will also be explored.
| 3.0 |
ENG-120 | Composition I *ENG-120Students will study the writing process by reading essays that illustrate a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing writing tasks and texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays.
| 3.0 |
--- --- | Social/Behavioral Science (IAI S) --- ---
| 3.0 |
--- --- | Physical and Life Sciences (IAI P or IAI L) --- ---
| 3.0 |
ART-261 | Art History II +++ART-261The study of the historical development of art from Pre-Renaissance through the 21st Century. Beliefs and practices of cultures and societies will be examined. Style and symbolism combined with political, religious and philosophical traits will be explored through art.
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
18.0 |
SECOND YEAR | ||
First Semester | Hours | |
ART-111 | 3-D Design +ART-111A foundation studio course concerned with understanding how to manipulate basic elements and principles of design to develop visual images that exist in real space. A variety of experiences using different tools and media will be used to understand both the processes and products of 3-D design.
| 3.0 |
ENG-121 | Composition II *ENG-121Students will learn how to find, use, assess and document research sources, producing an extended writing project based primarily on library research.
| 3.0 |
ART-205 | Painting * +ART-205Introduction to painting media, concepts, history, and techniques. Canvas stretching and panel construction are covered, along with color theory and observation-based painting processes.
| 3.0 |
SPE-111 | Intro to Speech Communication SPE-111Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selection, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence, and points of view to audiences.
| 3.0 |
--- --- | Physical and Life Sciences (IAI P or IAI L) --- ---
| 4.0 |
Semester Totals | 16.0 | |
Second Semester | ||
ART-161 | Printmaking I +++ART-161Introductory Printmaking course covering various printmaking techniques, such as: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, Monotype/Monoprint, Collagraph and Silkscreen. Lectures and demonstrations will cover printmaking history and current trends. Competency in drawing and design required, in order to achieve concepts, compositions and craftsmanship.
| 3.0 |
ART-206 | Painting II * +++ART-206This course is a continued study of conceptual and technical aspects of opaque painting media, canvas stretching, and panel construction, composition and styles of expression. Emphasis will be on individual expression through abstracting from observation and utilizing painting as expressive communication.
| 3.0 |
--- --- | Social/Behavior Science (IAI S) --- ---
| 3.0 |
--- --- | Humanities and Fine Arts (IAI H) --- ---
| 3.0 |
--- --- | Electives --- ---
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
15.0 |
Total Program Hours | 64.0 |
Suggested Electives | ||
ART-240 | Art and Gender ART-240This course will examine the expression of the visual arts through gender, history and culture. The study of art and gender is covered to better understand and define the intent and creation of art forms from ancient to contemporary culture.
| 3.0 |
ART-250 | Understanding Art ART-250A survey of the visual arts from Ancient to contemporary times, an understanding the major cultural and historical relationships to the art forms.
| 3.0 |
HUM-150 | Humanities Through the Arts HUM-150Students will survey the human condition as revealed through the arts, including an examination of painting, sculpture, architecture, literature, drama, film, photography, and music.
| 3.0 |
LIT-130 | Intro to Literature LIT-130Students will read, examine, and discuss a variety of literary works from different genres as a way to analyze and understand the value, purpose, and components of literature.
| 3.0 |
LIT-147 | Introduction to Fiction LIT-147Students will read, discuss, and analyze short stories and novels written by different authors from a variety of time periods as a way of appreciating and understanding the purposes, forms, terms, and critical approaches associated with these two literacy modes.
| 3.0 |
HUM-151 | Nature in the Humanities *HUM-151An interdisciplinary study of literary, philosophical and historical relationships between the natural environment and the human condition. Focus will be placed on the appreciation of nature and its effect on human endeavor.
| 3.0 |
HUM-181 | Intro to Film Appreciation HUM-181Students will enrich their knowledge of film art and their abilities to critically analyze and evaluate films. By viewing and discussing a variety of films, students will understand film techniques, directorial styles, genres, structure, critical approaches, and cultural influences.
| 3.0 |