Course Level Objectives and Artifacts

Department of Performing and Fine Arts

Program: Visual Arts

Course Descriptions / Course Objectives / Outcomes / Artifacts / Evidence
ART 110 2D Design: An introductory course in two-dimensional design. It provides a basic understanding of elements of principles of design as they relate to drawing, painting and graphics. / Recall and utilize the understanding of the basic working components of a composition, i.e. line, form, color, texture, etc. Examine, analyze, employ and develop basic two-dimensional design skills in some areas such as drawing, painting, textile design, block printing, paper pasting, relief works using clay and other materials. Understand, identify and apply the elements of art – color, texture, intensity, value, line, form, shape, space, etc. satisfactorily in his/her projects.
Research the nature of subjective and objective two-dimensional works, historically as well as the modern world. Articulate intelligently about personal and universal art themes, art vocabulary, important subject matter related to the design in general.
1.  The Student will demonstrate the understanding of composition by using its principles in assignments given by the instructor.
2.  The Student will apply and synthesize knowledge of the principles of design by taking written exams.
3.  The Student will be able to analyze and demonstrate proper techniques used through critiques of their work.
4.  Understand and create work which demonstrates their understanding of 2-D design. / Assignment 1: Principles of design: Basic collage using the design principle learned in lectures.
Assignment 2: Line/ op art
Assignment 3: Shape/complimentary colors
Assignment 4: negative positive using portraits.
Assignment 5: create design using autobiographical subjects
Assignment 6: Crete variations of subjects then fit together in a composition, music. Hand out.
Assignment 7: Harmony using photos/magazines. hand out
Assignment 8: open
Other assignments will be added as needed
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ART 121 Drawing: basic principles of freehand drawing emphasizing elements and principles of art through self expression utilizing a variety of drawing media. / Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
·  Demonstrate the use of basic art principles and elements.
·  Demonstrate fundamental rules of foreshortening and perspective.
·  Demonstrate basic posture and drawing material handling techniques.
·  Demonstrate the effective use of principles to manipulate compositional space.
·  Demonstrate varied applications of line quality, tonal variation, textured and atmospheric qualities.
·  Demonstrate a clear understanding of theories, mechanics and image transfer.
·  Become familiar with compositional subjects related to gesture, landscape, still life and abstract subjects.
·  Analyze and describe the compositional structure observed in works of art as well as their drawings.
·  Research through observation the work of other artists, movements, materials, and media.
·  Demonstrate through research and execution the emergence of a personal style as gesture, conceptual or perceptual drawing. / Analyze varied forms of drawing
Vocabulary, tools and methods.
Draw still life arrangements in the classroom.
Draw architectural forms found in the environment.
Draw reflective forms and surfaces from still life in the classroom.
Draw varied textured surfaces and materials in the still life.
Perform limited and extended drawing studies.
ART 123 Digital Design: basic introduction of computer-based skills in visual design. Limited graphic skills will be introduced to assist in self-marketing, advertising techniques, layout, and computer generated images / The learner will be able to
1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the Macintosh user interface
2.  Demonstrate an understanding of relevant industry standard software
3.  Demonstrate an understanding of the vocabulary of digital art and computer graphics
4.  Locate unknown information about landscaping in common landscape references.
5.  Synthesize information about art and technology through the creation of artwork / 1.  Art projects produced according to a rubric
2.  Exams and Critiques
3.  Sketchbooks
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ART 210 Survey of Art: A general study of the visual arts and their use in business, industry, education, leisure activities, and culture. / Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate knowledge of the global diversity of cultures, values, and belief systems and the common humanity underlying them. They will interpret insightfully works of art, literature, philosophy, religion, and other cultural achievements from multiple traditions. / 4 exams, 2 art projects, 1 writing assignment, 1 class presentation, Class Participation, term paper, cultural observation
ART 212 Introduction to Painting: The study of theories, methods, and painting techniques for landscapes, still-life and varied compositions with special emphasis on the elements and principles of art in painting.
Prerequisite: ART 121 / 1.  Demonstrate individual creativity, inventive visualization and continuity in style and painting techniques vs. eclectic in totality or replication.
2.  Master the transfer and application of design principles and drawing methods in the experimentation and manipulation of the two-dimensional visual plane.
3.  Demonstrate knowledge of surface treatment, brush techniques, color theory, as well as a direct and indirect approach to painting.
4.  Utilize and experiment with a variety of tools, pigments, media, and application techniques throughout the course.
5.  Become familiar with compositional construction and translation of still-life studies to the canvas.
6.  Gain a fundamental knowledge of the painter’s tools, mediums, canvas construction, and the maintenance thereof.
7.  Constructed, stretched, and primed a minimum of two canvases for completion in the class.
8.  Actively engage and participate in an exhibition, classroom/faculty critique, and field trip activities.
9.  Successfully completed a minimum of five painted projects for evaluation in this course. Furthermore, three completed paintings must be framed and submitted ready to hang.
10.  Maintain a written journal/sketchbook of entries, sketches and ideas related to all video, slides, web sites, lists, or other resources presented during this class.
11.  Assembled the minimum tools, materials, pigment, brushes, mediums, color wheel, etc. necessary to effectively practice the painting craft. / Complete a minimum of 5 assignments
Research Projects
Critique Sessions
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ART 222 Advanced Drawing: The study of compositional development through experimental drawing emphasizing the technical expansion of drawing techniques with varied drawing media and subjects.
Prerequisite: ART 121 / 1.  Master training of traditional drawing techniques, contemporary media, and the development of art throughout civilization.
2.  Gain an understanding of the significant contributions by artists and the developments of artistic movements from early renaissance to modern day.
3.  Research the nature of subjective and objective mark making, historically as well as the modern world.
4.  Conduct self-analysis, evaluation while engaged in problem solving, research, exploration of mark making in drawing.
5.  Articulate intelligently about personal and universal themes, art vocabulary, subjects related to the drawing medium.
6.  Master skills necessary in matting techniques, tool usage, and display methods.
7.  Actively support, assist and participate in exhibition activities outside the classroom.
8.  Practice a regime of studio discipline related to time on task, regular attendance, responsibility and concentration for continuity as an emerging artist.
9.  Develop the premise that drawing is a unique art form in and of itself. / Complete a minimum of 8 drawing using a variety drawing tools. assignments
Research Projects
Critique Sessions
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ART 223 Figure Drawing: investigation of the figure as a means of exploring drawing as depiction, organizational device, metaphor and object, using various media / This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to conduct an in depth exploration of the human figure using dry media. Experimentation of mixed media and complex problems will be assigned throughout the course enabling the student to reflect traditional methods in innovative and experimental modes. Students will engage as a group in the research, development and execution of imagery drawn directly from the life model. Students are expected to produce challenging works, exhibit, and prepare a sophisticated portfolio at the end of the course.
Upon completion of the this course, the student shall:
1.  Master traditional drawing techniques, contemporary media, through construction, observation and analysis.
2.  Identify significant contributions by artists and the developments of artistic movements from early renaissance to modern day.
3.  Identify the nature of subjective and objective image making, historically as well as the modern world.
4.  Practice self-analysis and evaluation while engaged in problem solving, research, exploration and image making.
5.  Articulate relevant and thought provoking themes used in art, understanding art vocabulary, and it’s subject matter as related to the drawing medium.
6.  Master and apply skills necessary in matting techniques, tool usage, and display methods.
7.  Assess and experience direct participation in exhibits outside the classroom and within the arts community.
8.  Practicing a regime of studio discipline related to time on task, regular attendance, responsibility and concentration for continuity as an emerging artist.
9.  Research the figure drawing expression as an art history style and focus. / Study and observe the human skeleton from a life-size replica.
Analyze and categorize musculature systems of human anatomy through observation and drawing.
Reproduce volumetric and foreshortened forms of life model in varied postures, light and shadows.
Execute gestural, toned and perceptual drawings of the life model. Approx. 30.
Adapt a drawing practice of limited and extended timed drawings.
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ART 226 Typography: This course will provide discussion and exploration of the basic rules and principles of type as an artistic, mechanical and advertising medium.
Prerequisite: ART 123 / The learner will be able to
1.  Demonstrate an understanding of the history of type and its effect on current World Culture
2.  Demonstrate a understanding of relevant industry standard software
3.  Analyze the use of Type as a design element in the US and Internationally
4.  Demonstrate an understanding of the vocabulary of Typography
5.  Synthesize information about art and technology through the creation of artwork / 1.  Art projects produced according to a rubric
2.  Exams and Critiques
ART 230 Intro to Ceramics: study and use of ceramic processes and techniques: hand forming, molding, introduction to wheel throwing, glaze utilization, and kiln operation / 1. Recognize how the study of ceramics relates to other studio disciplines.
2. Relate knowledge of the ceramic arts, techniques and process.
3. Research artists using computer technology and library resources. 4. Interpret design principles in their individual projects.
5. Envision and theorize designs and embellishment scenarios throughout the course.
6. Examine construction methods and make improvements through evaluation.
7. Practice commitment and ongoing development in the study of art.
8. Demonstrate hand building techniques: slab, coil, pinch and combination methods.
9. Create functional, nonfunctional, sculptural forms using various ceramic methods.
10. Investigate the formulation and application of clay and glaze compositions.
11. Learn to operate the potter’s wheel and techniques.
12. Express him/herself with the basic ceramic vocabulary (terms). / 1.  Slab (BAS) Relief
2.  Slab Container
3.  Slab Container with Coil Combination
4.  Bowl, vase, or abstract form)
5.  Coil Project or Clay Stripe Bowl
6.  Coil Cylindrical form)
7.  Two Sculptural Forms
8.  Wheel-thrown Comb/form
9.  Container with Lid & Han
10.  Funct/Nonfunctional Cntr.
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ART 231 Intro to Sculpture: Intro to basic three dimensional design principles and the application of those principles in a variety of traditional sculpture techniques / 1.  Develops an understanding, appreciation and application of forms as they occupy space
2.  Applies methods of manipulating stable forms in space: symmetrical and asymmetrical balance, armatures (when necessary)
3.  Develops the formal language applied to sculpture
4.  Applies sculptural formal language in critiques
5.  Applies practical considerations encountered in three-dimensional works: gravity, site, material
6.  Understands and applies classical organization principles - repetition, variety, rhythm, balance, emphasis, economy, and proportion - to create unity
7.  Participates in site specific exhibit(s)
8.  Experiments with problem solving techniques
9.  Understands different degrees of three- dimensionality: relief, sculpture-in-the-round, walk-through
10.  Experiments with and applies elements of sculpture: mass, volume, line, texture, color, plane
11.  Understands and practices planning stages: drawing, maquette, scaling
12.  Develops craftsmanship skills
(1)  The student will apply 3-D Design principles in a series of sculpture
(2)  Students will understand impact of environmental on site-specific work by installing a sculpture
(3)  Student will pass a 3-D Design vocabulary competency exam
(4)  Student will pass an exam on 3-D Design elements of art and design principles
(5)  Student will practice using 3-D Design terms in critiques / Sculpture projects assessed according to rubric
Design and Construct a Series of Sculptures
3-D Design exam
Create site-specific sculptures
Critique Sessions
Course Descriptions / Course Objectives / Outcomes / Artifacts / Evidence
ART 313 Figure Drawing II: This course focuses on the figure as a central motif in the manipulation of space and pictorial investigation. Students will explore various wet pigment and dry media such as ink, watercolor, acrylic and oil pigments. This course is designed for the advanced art major concentrating on mastering interpretation and technical skills concerns of figurative representation.
Prerequisite: ART 121 / Upon completion of the this course, the student shall:
1.  Demonstrate mastery of traditional drawing techniques and contemporary media through construction, observation and analysis.
2.  Demonstrate mastery of various wet pigment and dry media, including ink, watercolor, acrylic, and oil pigments.
3.  Identify the nature of subjective and objective image making, historically as well as the modern world.
4.  Practice self-analysis and evaluation while engaged in problem solving, research, exploration and image making.
5.  Articulate relevant and thought provoking themes used in art, understanding art vocabulary, and its subject matter as related to the drawing medium.
6.  Demonstrate mastery of interpretation and technical skill regarding figurative representation.
7.  Master and apply skills necessary in matting techniques, tool usage, and display methods.