2005-2006 Undergraduate Catalog

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Art

ART 111  DRAWING I. 3
Introduces various drawing concepts, media, and processes developing perceptual and technical skills related to accurate observing and drawing.
Prior completion of ART 121 is recommended.
 
ART 121  DESIGN I - 2D. 3
Emphasizes the organization of visual elements and principles while exploring creative thought processes through art theory, concepts, materials, and techniques.
 
ART 122  DESIGN II - COLOR. 3
Introduction to color theory as it applies to basic 2D and 3D design principles.
Prerequisite: ART 121.
 
ART 212  DRAWING IV: MIXED MEDIA. 3
Involves advanced exploration of composition through mixed/multi-media.
 
ART 213  FIGURE DRAWING. 3
Drawing the human figure using live models.
Prerequisite: ART 111.
 
ART 231  PAINTING I. 3
Initial approach to painting, employing history, materials, techniques and processes in various media as students with concepts, objects or models.
Prerequisite: ART 111.
 
ART 251  CERAMICS I. 3
Introduces ceramic art through its history and basic methods of forming, decorating, glazing, and firing pottery forms, including glaze chemistry and kiln construction.
 
ART 291  INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-4
A student independently studies an art topic with help from instructor.
 
ART 292  TOPICS. 1-4
Introductory special topics.
 
ART 340  SCULPTURE TECHNIQUES. 2-3
Surveys sculpture studio practices, encouraging individual exploration of creative concepts, as students develop skills in the use of equipment, design concepts and safety practices for creating three-dimensional sculpture.
Prerequisite: ART 121 and ART 111.
 
ART 351  CERAMICS II. 3
Continues Ceramics I as students explore clay through individually creative application of concepts, techniques and glazing and firing methods.
Prerequisite: ART 251
 
ART 491  INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-12
Independent study of some aspect of art.
 
ART 492  TOPICS. 1-9
Advanced special topics in Art.
 
ART 498  UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/SCHOLARSHIP. 1-3
Special projects are designed to meet the students’ personal background and needs. Hours are to be determined in conference with instructor.
 
ARTD 282  2-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN ON COMPUTERS I. 3
Introduction to and application of computer generated images.
Prerequisite: ART 121 and CSC 105.
 
ARTD 285  2-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN ON COMPUTERS II. 3
Design, creation, and production of computer graphic images using vector (draw) graphics packages.
Prerequisite: ART 121 and CSC 105.
 
ARTD 336  DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY I. 3
An introduction to the photographic process and creation and manipulation of images.
Prerequisite: CSC 105 and ART 121 or consent of instructor. ARTD 282 is strongly recommended.
 
ARTD 382  3-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN ON COMPUTERS I. 3
Use of the computer to create three-dimensional images.
Prerequisite: CSC 105, ART 121, ARTD 282, ARTD 285.
 
ARTD 385  3-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN ON COMPUTERS II. 3
Use of the computers to animate three-dimensional images.
Prerequisite: ARTD 382.
 
ARTD 431  COMPUTER GRAPHIC EFFECTS I. 3
The synthesis and extension of previously-learned computer graphic concepts with the infusion of additional multimedia or interactive effects to produce high-level digital media.
Prerequisite: ARTD 282, ARTD 285, ARTD 382, and ARTD 385.
 
ARTD 432  COMPUTER GRAPHIC EFFECTS II. 3
Advanced multimedia or interactive graphic effects to produce professional-level digital media.
Prerequisite: ARTD 431.
 
ARTD 436  DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY II. 3
Intermediate and advanced principles of creation and manipulation of digital images.
Prerequisite: ARTD 336.
 
ARTD 440  ADVANCED 3-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN. 3
Use of computers to create advanced three-dimensional design, animation and visualization.
Prerequisite: ART 213 and ARTD 385.
 
ARTD 460  DIGITAL EDITING. 3
Manipulation and editing of animated and full-motion images.
Prerequisites: ARTD 282, ARTD 285, ARTD 385, and ARTD 336.
 
ARTD 492  TOPICS. 1-3
Advanced special topics in art design.
 
ARTD 498  UNDERGRADUATE/RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP. 1-3
Special projects are designed to meet the students’ personal background and needs. Hours are to be determined in conference with instructor.
 
ARTE 110  ART FUNDAMENTALS. 2
The introduction to the basic principles, processes, and aesthetics of art through involvement in various media.
 
ARTE 291  INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-4
A student independently studies an art education topic with help from instructor.
 
ARTE 310  K-8 METHODS. 2-3
Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-12 art; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-12 art; the ability to assess student learning in K-12 art; and to apply this knowledge, skills and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Admission to Teacher Education.
 
ARTE 414  K-12 ART METHODS. 1-3
Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-12 art; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-12 art; the ability to assess student learning in K-12 art; and to apply this knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.
 
ARTE 491  INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-4
A student independently studies an art education topic with help from instructor.
 
ARTH 100  ART APPRECIATION. 3
Explores the nature of art in various aesthetic, formal, and psychological dimensions, involving analysis of art objects for understanding, enjoyment, and life enhancement.
 
ARTH 211  HISTORY OF WORLD ART I. 3
Art and architecture in the historical and contextual development. The role of visual arts, including crafts, drawing, painting, sculpture and architecture, in the historical and cultural development of world civilization from prehistory through the 14th century.
 
ARTH 212  HISTORY OF WORLD ART II. 3
Art and architecture in the historical and contextual development the role of visual art; including crafts, drawing, painting, sculpture, and architecture; in the historical and cultural development of world civilization from the renaissance through the 20th century.
 
ARTH 231  SURVEY OF ART, MUSIC, THEATRE. 3
An introduction to drama, music, painting, sculpture, and architecture.
 
ARTH 291  INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-4
A student independently studies an art history topic with help from instructor.
 
ARTH 491  INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-9
A student independently studies an art history topic with help from instructor.
 
ARTH 492  TOPICS. 1-6
Advanced special topics in Art History.
 
ARTH 498  UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/SCHOLARSHIP. 1-6
Research and study leading to the writing of a significant undergraduate thesis, an integrative experience based on the student’s chief areas of academic study.
 
ARTM 305  COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN THE ARTS. 1-3
Study and practice in a variety of specialized computer uses in fine arts.
Prerequisite: CSC 105.
 
ARTM 395  PRACTICUM. 1-4
Practical experience in the area of Fine Arts Administration.
 
ARTM 450  ARTS MANAGEMENT. 3
Project-oriented small group applications of the concepts, principles, and practices specific to management in the arts.
 
ARTM 480  PRESENTATION OF ARTS EVENTS. 1-4
Practice in project organization and management leading to presentation of arts events such as music recitals, exhibitions of works of musical art, or theatre performances.
Prerequisite: ARTM 450 or simultaneous enrollment or consent of instructor.
 
ARTM 494  INTERNSHIP. 1-12
Practical experience in fine arts administration. Prior application required.
 

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