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ART 202 Introduction to Digital Fabrication

Introduction to digital fabrication, such as 3D modeling and printing, used in the creation of a final product or as component in the creative process.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 205 Drawing II

A concentration in experimental media, techniques, spatial relationships, and conceptual processes of drawing. Prerequisites: ART 106, ART 115.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 207 Introduction to Animation: Traditional Media

Basic film animation with no previous animation experience required. This course covers basic traditional animation techniques in a variety of 2-D and 3-D materials.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 214 Introduction to Ceramics

An introduction to hand-building and wheel-throwing processes with an emphasis on technical, formal, historical, and conceptual development.

Credits
3(2-3)

ART 217 Introduction to Figure Drawing

Introduction to the study of the human figure in drawing with emphasis on three-dimensional representation, proportions, and anatomical structure. Prerequisite: ART 106.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 220 Animation Drawing I

Students will learn concepts essential to drawn animation with an emphasis placed on solid drawing, arcs, staging and secondary action. Pre/Co-requisites: ART 106, 207.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 222 2D Digital Animation

2D digital animation techniques from simple graphics and FX to visual storytelling. Tools needed for basic motion design and compositing will be covered. Prerequisite: One of: ART 125, 231, BCA 223.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 224 3D Computer Animation I: Foundations

This course provides students with the basic tools to explore 3D animation production. Students will develop effective workflows for 3D modeling, texturing, and animation. Prerequisite: One of the following: ART 125, BCA 223, CPS 240, 282.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 230 Painting II

Continuation of the aims of ART 130 (Painting I), with emphasis on problems concerning conceptual and perceptual approaches to dealing with color and composition. Prerequisite: ART 130.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 231 Introduction to Graphic Design

An introduction to the theory and practice of communication design. An emphasis is placed on technical and aesthetic fundamentals.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 233 Introduction to Painting

An introduction to painting media and techniques with a focus on painting from observation in order to express light, space, form through the use of color.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 235 Logo and Identity Design

A continuation of ART 231, with emphasis on development of conceptualization and visualization skills. The course focuses on printed materials that apply to identity systems. Prerequisites: ART 231.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 240 Photography II: Digital Montage and Studio Lighting

Digital photography assignments emphasizing digital compositing and artificial lighting techniques. Prerequisite: ART 241.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 241 Introduction to Photography

Introduction to the basic technical and conceptual skills of digital photography as a fine art.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 250 Printmaking II

A continuation of Printmaking I with additional emphasis on conceptual development and more advanced printing methods within fine art printmaking. Prerequisites: ART 150.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 251 Introduction to Printmaking

An introduction to fine art printmaking. This course explores a variety of print techniques including relief, intaglio, lithography and/or silkscreen. Recommended: ART 106.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 258 Everyday Web Design

Web design as it relates to personal development and options for an on- line presence. This course does not count toward the Graphic Design Concentration.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 260 Making Multiples: Sculpture

A continuation and expansion of the skills developed in ART 261. This course focuses on the development and the creation of sculptural multiples. Prerequisite: ART 261.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 261 Introduction to Sculpture

An introduction to the basic tools, techniques, processes, materials, history and concepts of traditional and contemporary sculpture.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 274 Introduction to Fibers

Introduction to concepts, materials, and techniques of fiber arts such as weaving, felting, dyeing, basketry, and papermaking.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 275 Papermaking/Book Arts I

An introduction to techniques and aesthetics for making handmade paper for 2-D and 3-D forms including basic bookbinding. Prerequisites: ART 115 or 175.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 283 Introduction to Western Art, Part I

History of Western art from prehistoric through medieval periods. Roots of western cultures seen in differing artistic styles and attitudes. (University Program Group I-A: Human Events and Ideas)

Credits
3(3-0)

ART 285 Introduction to Western Art, Part II

History of Western art from the Renaissance to the twentieth century. Relations of form and content to cultural attitudes. Unique contributions of major artists. (University Program Group I-A: Human Events and Ideas)

Credits
3(3-0)

ART 287 Introduction to Non-Western Art

An introduction to the visual arts of non-European cultures: Africa, Oceania, Asia and the Americas. Explores relations between arts, philosophies, and ways of life.

Credits
3(3-0)

ART 297 Special Studies

A general introduction to special topics, techniques, materials in studio areas.

Credits
1-18(Spec)