ART 1035 Introduction to Art Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req:
Co-Req: None
Understanding the visual arts and their roles in western and non-western traditions through an examination of their media, formal structure, and cultural context. Significant visual achievements, from ancient times to the contemporary period, will be examined and discussed.
ART 1045 Drawing I Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: None
An introduction to basic drawing techniques which stresses line, value, shape, texture, perspective and composition. Emphasis is placed on black and white media.
ART 1050 Drawing II Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: ART 1045 or permission of instructor
Co-Req: None
An intermediate drawing course in which students will further explore media and techniques learned in Drawing I. Emphasis is placed on the experimentation and imagination in concepts and composition.
ART 131 Painting I Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: ARTP 1110 or permission of instructor
Co-Req: None
An introduction to oil and/or acrylic paint. Exploration of stretching, surface preparation, manipulation of paint and processes involved in the creation of a painting.
ART 132 Painting II Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: ART 131 or permission of instructor
Co-Req: None
A broader exploration of the painting experience using various techniques, ideas, and approaches with the aim of developing an individual, artistic voice. Classroom discussions of art issues will be included.
ART 1340 Foundations Studio I Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req:
Co-Req: None
An exploration of the elements and principles of design. The course introduces a variety of 2-D media through a problem-solving approach.
ART 1350 Foundations Studio II Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req:
Co-Req: None
An exploration of three-dimensional design principles through problems focusing on space, structure and surface. Students will investigate a variety of media including wire, cardboard, paper, found objects, and others.
ART 151 Color Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: ARTP 1110 or permission of instructor
Co-Req: None
An in-depth study of the theories, properties and uses of color through art problems exploring a wide variety of color media.
ART 2000 Art History Survey I Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: None
A survey of the visual arts in world cultures from pre-history to the Renaissance.
ART 2020 Art History Survey II Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: None
A survey of the visual arts in world cultures from the Renaissance through the present.
ART 251 Special Topics Graphic Design Credit Hrs: 2
Pre-Req: ART 241 or permission of instructor
Co-Req: None
This is an advanced course which requires intensive study and practice of a selected graphics design topic. A portfolio and presentation are required.
ART 262 Art Travel Course Credit Hrs: 1-3
Pre-Req: None...
Co-Req: None
Students and faculty will travel to a designated location to see major works of art. Art faculty will provide insight and place the viewed art into a historical or theoretical context. Arrangement prior to registration is required. May be repeated. This course can be used as an art elective.
ARTP 1110 Two Dimensional Design Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: None
An exploration of the elements and principles of design. The course introduces a variety of 2-D media through a problem-solving approach.
ARTP 1120 Three Dimensional Design Credit Hrs: 3
Pre-Req: None
Co-Req: None
An exploration of three-dimensional design principles through problems focusing on space, structure and surface. Students will investigate a variety of media including wood construction, plaster, clay, paper, wire and found object.