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ART 101. EXPERIENCING ART THREE CREDITS Lectures and discussion on the elements of art and the forerunners of modern and contemporary art. Two and three dimensional studio work is explored through the creative process in a variety of media. ART 111. FUNDAMENTALS OF COLOR AND DESIGN THREE CREDITS A fundamental course for all art majors involving the basic elements and principles of design and the study of color systems including their physical, psychological, and sociological properties. ART 113. DRAWING THREE CREDITS An introductory course exploring the organization and potential of line, space, and texture through a variety of media and subject matter. ART 120. PAINTING I THREE CREDITS An introduction to painting methods, techniques, and materials. Emphasis on the organization of composition and painting techniques. ART 121. PRINTMAKING THREE CREDITS An introduction of relief, intaglio, and planographic techniques including block printing, etching, lithography, and silk screen. ART 122. SCULPTURE THREE CREDITS An introductory course into the basic concepts of three dimensional form and space. Modeling in clay from life; casting and direct building techniques in plaster; basic carving experiences in stone and wood. Fee: $35. ART 123. CERAMICS THREE CREDITS Exploration into the basic methods and techniques of hand building and wheel work. Experimentation in surfaces decoration, glazing, and kiln firing. Fee: $40. ART 133. PHOTOGRAPHY THREE CREDITS An introduction to the fundamentals of photography; camera usage, subject consideration, lighting, darkroom techniques, and the preparation of photographs for exhibit. Fee: $35. NOTE: Each student must have access to an adjustable 35mm. camera. ART 134. COMPUTER GRAPHICS I THREE CREDITS The Macintosh computer and QuarkXPress will be used to solve graphic design problems. Typographic principles, production techniques and printing processes will be discussed to familiarize students with terminology and procedures. Fee: $35. ART 140. HISTORY OF ART I THREE CREDITS A survey of the art and architecture of Western Civilization from pre-history through the Early Renaissance. Non-western cultures will also be introduced. Slide lectures and discussion will focus on major artworks and trends within their cultural setting. ART 141. HISTORY OF ART II THREE CREDITS A survey of the art and architecture of Western Civilization from the High Renaissance to the present. Slide lectures and discussions will focus on major artists, artworks, and trends within their cultural setting. ART 220. PAINTING II THREE CREDITS Increased emphasis on development of style and experimentation in contemporary art methods and techniques. Prerequisite: ART 120 or permission of instructor. ART 234. COMPUTER GRAPHICS II THREE CREDITS A continuation of Graphic Design I, emphasizing Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop for solving visual problems. Scanning images, importing images, and techniques for sending files to printers will be covered. The printing process will be discussed at length to familiarize students with terminology and procedures. Fee:$35. Prerequisite: ART 134 or permission of instructor ART 240. MODERN ART AND DESIGN THREE CREDITS 20th century art and design will be considered in relation to central themes in modern civilization, such as science and technology, social and political revolution, historicism, and formalism. Slide lectures and discussions will treat objects as diverse as paintings and refrigerators, buildings and billboards. ART 395-396. INDEPENDENT RESEARCH ONE TO THREE CREDITS Independent study and research for advanced students in the field of the major under the direction of a staff member. A research project at a level significantly beyond a term paper is required. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson is required. ART 399. COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ONE TO SIX CREDITS Professional cooperative education placement in a private/public organization related to the student's academic objectives and career goals. In addition to their work experience, students are required to submit weekly reaction papers and an academic project to a Faculty Coordinator in the student's discipline. (See the Cooperative Education section of this Bulletin for placement procedures.) Prerequisites:Sophomore standing, 2.0 cumulative average, consent of academic advisor, approval of placement by department chairperson. ART 198/298/398. TOPICS VARIABLE CREDIT A study of topics of special interest not extensively treated in regularly offered courses. Recent studio topics have included Ceramic Sculpture, Color Photography, and Typography. Recent art history topics have included Nineteenth Century Art and Modern Architecture.
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