Art (ART) Undergraduate Course Descriptions
ART 101. Foundation Drawing I: Observation
Basic drawing skills, materials and techniques with emphasis on perceptual acuity and visual elements. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 102. 2-D Design and Color
Critical and analytical skills used in building basic visual design vocabulary. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 103. Foundation Drawing II: Form and Content
Perceptual and conceptual drawing problems, theme and content development, media experimentation, and critical vocabulary. Prereq.: 101. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 104. 3-D Design
Design and manipulation of form and space through a diverse approach to materials and processes. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 105. Computer Studio
Computer as a creative tool. Exposure to various applications and media. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 130. Studio Art for Non-Majors [Goal 6]
Studio experiences in various media. See class schedule for listing of topics. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of 9 Cr. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 131. Introduction to the Visual Arts of the World [Goal 6, Goal 8] (Diversity/MGM)
Visual arts as a unique form of human communication of personal and cultural values. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 198. Research and Analytical Writing in Art [Goal 1]
Analytical reading and writing in context of visual arts. Integrates writing, visual communication, design, art-making and art history. Extended research project. Meets Goal 1 writing requirement. 4 Cr. F.
ART 201. Critical Frameworks
Criticism, theory, and practices of contemporary visual arts in studio setting. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 202. Combined Media
Traditional and contemporary approaches with currently used technologies. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 220. Introduction to Graphic Design Studio I
Principles and practice of graphic design; study of visual signs and symbols including letterforms. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, admission to graphic design emphasis; graphic design minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 221. Introduction to Graphic Design Studio II: Tools & Techniques
Problem solving using current tools and techniques used in graphic design. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, admission to graphic design emphasis; graphic design minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 230. Art History Survey I [Goal 6, Goal 8]
Painting, sculpture and architecture from Paleolithic to the end of the thirteenth century. Stylistic classification of major works of art throughout the world. Course designed for majors. 3 Cr. S.
ART 231. Art History Survey II [Goal 5, Goal 6]
Painting, sculpture and architecture from the Italian Renaissance to the Contemporary Period. Stylistic classification of major works of art. Course designed for majors. 3 Cr. F.
ART 309. Topics in Art
Intensive study in a special art topic. Topic will be announced in class schedule. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 Cr. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 311. Drawing I
Personal vision, expression and mixed media in variety of scales. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 312. Drawing II: Studio Investigations
Studio in drawing that investigates materials, media, installation, scale, formats, or series in relation to conceptual, expressive, and cultural approaches. May be repeated for a maxiumum of 12 credits. Prereq.: 311 or 315. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 315. Life Drawing
Human proportion, anatomy and figure composition. Drawing from models. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105. 3 Cr. F.
ART 320. Intermediate Graphic Design Studio I: Production
The process of taking raw designs through to production; planning, electronic pre-press, color, proofing. Prereq.: 220, 221; graphic design minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 321. Intermediate Graphic Design II: Studio II, Web Design
Developing skills for web design in creative project work that includes a focus on process, interactivity and usability. Prereq.: 220, 221. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 322. Intermediate Graphic Design Studio III: 3-D Problems
Three-dimensional projects, including package/product, exhibit and architectural graphics. Prereq.: 220, 221. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 332. History of Graphic Design
Survey of history of graphic design from the Lascaux Caves to the Internet. Graphic design minors require departmental permission. Prereq.: 220 or 221. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
+ART 333. Art and Literature [Goal 6]
Interdisciplinary exploration of differences, similarities, and relations between art and literature as means of communication, individual expression, and cultural formation. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 340. Painting I
Concepts, materials, and techniques. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105; Art Minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 341. Painting II: Studio Investigations
Studio in painting that investigates materials, media, installation, scale, formats or series in relation to conceptual, expressive, and cultural approaches. May be repeated for a maxiumum of 12 credits. Prereq.: 340. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 350. Printmaking I
Basic print techniques including intaglio (etching) and engraving. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105; Art Minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 351. Printmaking II
Print techniques including silkscreen and lithography. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105; Art Minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 352. Printmaking III: Studio Investigations
Advanced techniques using a variety of printmaking processes. Emphasis on conceptual development. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prereq.: 350 or 351. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 360. Sculpture I
Three-dimensional work in a variety of materials, understanding form and the basic elements of sculpture. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105; Art Minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 361. Sculpture II: Studio Investigations
Studio in three-dimensional work investigating materials, media, installations, site specificity, scale, formats, or series. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 370. Ceramics I
Materials, processes and techniques, including handbuilding, throwing, glazing and firing. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105; Art Minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 371. Ceramics II: Studio Investigations
Studio investigating ceramics materials, processes, and techniques in relation to scale, series, and installation. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prereq.: 370. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 380. Performance
Studio course using performance as a medium of visual art. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 202. Art minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 381. Multimedia
Personal and cultural-based works employing a variety of media and materials. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 202. Art minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 382. Digital Tools for Art Making
Current issues especially associated with digital technologies addressed in contemporary art. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 202. Art minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 383. Video I
Shooting and editing digital video. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 202. Art minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 384. Video II: Studio Investigations
Intermediate and advanced editing. Creation of portfolio developing artistic vision. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. Prereq.: 383. 3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 385. Photo I
Photography using digital media. Digital camera with manual controls required. Prereq.: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105. Art minors require departmental permission. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 386. Photo II: Studio Investigations
Intermediate and advanced skills and concepts in photography. Creation of portfolio that expresses developing artistic vision. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prereq.: 385. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 390. Visual Arts in the Secondary School
Analysis and demonstration of methods and procedures of creative art activities during adolescence. Art Education majors only. Prereq.: Praxis I, PPST. 3 Cr. F.
ART 395. Visual Art in the Elementary School
Language of art, visual thinking, and interpreting and analyzing artwork. Art Education Majors only. 2 Cr. F.
ART 396. Visual Art for Elementary Teachers
Language of art, visual thinking, and interpretation and analyzing artwork. Elementary Education Majors only. 2 Cr. F, S.
ART 401. Interdisciplinary Studio
Open studio format emphasizing cross-media dialogue. Development and presentation of professional entry-level body of work. Repeated for a total of 6 credits. Prereq.: 201, 202, emphasis core, 6 credits of studio investigations, and 6 credits of studio electives. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 402. Senior Seminar
Capstone seminar on professional practices for studio artists. B.A. majors require permission of the instructor. Recommend taking in conjunction with 401. Prereq.: emphasis core, 6 credits of studio investigations, and 6 credits of studio electives. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 420. Advanced Graphic Design Studio I: System Graphics
System graphics, corporate identity and information graphics. Prereq.: 320, 321, 322. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 421. Advanced Graphic Design Studio II: Interactive Design
Current applications and design principles essential for creating interactive projects. Prereq.: 320, 321, 322. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 422. Advanced Graphic Design Studio III: Professional Practice
Senior seminar on managing design, costs, schedules, quality, copyright, and ethics. Results of design activity on the physical and aesthetic environment. Prereq.: 320, 321, 322. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 432. Renaissance Art
The Italian Renaissance beginning with Giotto and including the masters of the 15th and 16th century Northern Europe. Fulfills the university's upper-division writing requirement. 3 Cr. S.
ART 433. Asian Art History
Historical, traditional and contemporary art with emphasis on India, China, and Japan. 3 Cr. F, ODD.
ART 434. African Art History
Traditional and contemporary visual arts of North Africa, West Africa, Central Africa, Eastern Africa, and Southern Africa. 3 Cr. S, EVEN.
ART 435. Art History of the Americas
Traditional and contemporary visual arts of the Americas. 3 Cr. F, EVEN.
ART 436. International Modernisms
Movements, artists and concepts of modernism. Fulfills the university's upper-division writing requirement. 3 Cr. F, S.
ART 437. Contemporary Art
Major directions in contemporary visual arts. Fulfills the university's upper-division writing requirement. 3 Cr. S.
ART 438. Theories
Exploration of historical and contemporary theories pertaining to art and art history. Prereq.: 6 credits of art history. 3 Cr. F, EVEN.
ART 439. Topics in Art History
Art history topics within the academic specialties of current faculty or those of visiting scholars or study abroad programs. Fulfills the university's upper-division writing requirement. May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of 12 Cr. 1-3 Cr. DEMAND.
ART 490. Folk, Ethnic, and Indigenous Art (Diversity) [Goal 6, Goal 8]
Studio course in folk, ethnic, and indigenous art from historical and contemporary perspectives. 3 Cr. S.
