FALL 2015/SPRING 2016
COLLEGE OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
OVERVIEW OF UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM REVISIONS
(12 January 2016 version)
CURRICULUM/PROGRAM REVISIONS
COURSE/PROGRAM ACTION
CHANGE
DCED 391
a) delete co-reqs of
DCED 392 and EDUC
390, b) Add co-req of
EDUC 400, c) Add prereq of admission to
teacher ed
To align with curriculum revisions made
to Professional Education Core in the
College of Education.
13 October
2015
Date of
CVPA
Curriculum
Committee
Approval
3 November
2015
DCED 342
Change pre-req from
DANA 212, 222, 251 or
permission of instructor
to DANA 212, 222,
251or 252 or permission
of instructor.
DANA 251 or 252 are options to fulfill a
requirement in the DANC concentration.
13 October
2015
3 November
2015
THED 391
a) delete co-reqs of
THED 392 and EDUC
390, b) Add co-req of
EDUC 400,
Update course title and
course goals and update
of evaluation methods
To align with curriculum revisions made
to Professional Education Core in the
College of Education.
13 October
2015
3 November
2015
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
20 December
2015
12 January 2016
MUSA 158
JUSTIFICATION ( SACS
JUSTIFICATION—ASSESSMENT
GENERATED CHANGE)
Date of
Program
Approval
MUSA 161
Update course title and
course goals and update
of evaluation methods
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
20 December
2015
12 January 2016
BM--MPER
To reduce total credits in
the degree to 120.
To align with institutional aspiration to
set all UG degrees at 120 credits.
20 December
2015
12 January 2016
BME--INST
Add content area reading
course
To meet state-mandated Read-to-Succeed 20 December
curriculum.
2015
12 January 2016
BME--CHOR
Add content area reading
course
To meet state-mandated Read-to-Succeed 20 December
curriculum.
2015
12 January 2016
DCED 391
a) delete co-reqs of
DCED 392 and EDUC
390, b) Add co-req of
EDUC 400, c) Add prereq of admission to
teacher ed
Change pre-req from
DANA 212, 222, 251 or
permission of instructor
to DANA 212, 222,
251or 252 or permission
of instructor.
a) delete co-reqs of
THED 392 and EDUC
390, b) Add co-req of
EDUC 400,
a) delete co-reqs of
ARTE 392 and EDUC
390, b) Add co-req of
EDUC 400, c) Update
To align with curriculum revisions made
to Professional Education Core in the
College of Education.
13 October
2015
3 November
2015
DANA 251 or 252 are options to fulfill a
requirement in the DANC concentration.
13 October
2015
3 November
2015
To align with curriculum revisions made
to Professional Education Core in the
College of Education.
13 October
2015
3 November
2015
To align with curriculum revisions made
to Professional Education Core in the
College of Education. Revision of
description and goals to better align
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
DCED 342
THED 391
ARTE 391
ARTE 348
ARTE 528
ARTE 548
ARTS 101
ARTS 102
ARTS 120
course description and
course goals
course information with changes in the
discipline and revisions to the program
writing rubric.
Delete pre-reqs of ARTS
201 and 202; add prereqs of ARTS 204 and
206; Update course
description and course
goals
Change prerequisite from
“ARTE 348 or ARTE
601, or permission of the
instructor” to “ARTE
348 or ARTE 580, or
permission of the
instructor.” Update
course description and
course goals
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
ARTS 201 and 202 no longer required in
the ARTE concentration. Revision of
description and goals to better align
course information with changes in COE
requirements and courses.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTE 601 no longer required in
program. Revision of description and
goals to better align course information
with changes in COE requirements and
courses.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
Revision of description and goals to
better align course information with
changes in COE evaluation requirements
and courses.
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
evaluation methods
ARTS 121
ARTS 206
ARTS 220
ARTS 221
ARTS 281
ARTS 305
ARTS 311
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 312
ARTS 320
ARTS 321
ARTA 332
ARTS 333
ARTS 335
ARTS 336
ARTS 337
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
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evaluation methods
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description and course
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evaluation methods
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description and course
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evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 342
ARTS 343
ARTS 351
ARTS 352
ARTS 354
ARTS 355
ARTS 356
ARTS 364
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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description and course
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evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
ARTS 365
ARTS 366
ARTS 420
ARTS 432
ARTS 433
ARTS 437
ARTS 442
ARTS 443
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January2016
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
ARTS 451
ARTS 452
ARTS 455
ARTS 456
ARTS 458
ARTS 472
ARTS 473
ARTS 474
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description and course
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
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description and course
goals and update of
evaluation methods
Update course
description and course
goals.
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
Update course
description and course
goals. Change pre-reqs
from ARTS 371 to ARTS
365
Update course
description and course
goals. Delete pre-req of
ARTS 470
Update course description and course
goals. ARTS 371 no longer required in
PHOC or PHOF or SCUL concentrations
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
Update course description and course
goals. ARTS 470 no longer required in
PHOC or PHOF or SCUL
concentrations
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
Update course
description and course
goals. Delete pre-req of
ARTS 470
Update course
description and course
goals
Update course description and course
goals. ARTS 470 no longer required in
PHOC or PHOF or SCUL
concentrations
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 176
Update course
description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 341
Update course
description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
ARTH 342
Update course
description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 350
Update course
description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
ARTH 351
Update course
description and course
goals.
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 352
Update course
description and course
goals.
To better align course information with
changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 353
Update course
description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 475
ARTH 175
ARTH 354
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 450
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 453
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
ARTH 480
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 483
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 484
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTH 485
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and revisions to
the program writing rubric.
16 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 532
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 533
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 542
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
ARTS 543
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
5 January 2016
12 January 2016
ARTS 551
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 552
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 555
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 556
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 558
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 584
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum..
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 500
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 501
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline.
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2015
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ARTS 536
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline.
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2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 573
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTS 574
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTT 112
Update methods of
evaluation.
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTT 113
Add lab fee information
Update information to reflect current
policies.
17 December
2015
12 January 2016
ARTT 298
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description and course
goals
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changes in the discipline and in the
curriculum.
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2015
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ARTT 498
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goals
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Current Course Descriptions/Course Goals/Course Information:
MUSA 158. Winthrop/Carolinas Wind Orchestra (1:3). A select ensemble of wind and percussion instruments performing
primarily new and demanding works for the medium. Prerequisite: Audition required. Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Course Goals:
A select ensemble of wind and percussion instruments performing primarily new and demanding works for the medium.
MUSA 161. Winthrop Chamber Orchestra (1:3). Performs chamber works for strings and other instruments. Prerequisite:
Audition required.
Course Goals:
To provide a major ensemble experience for strings majors in the department.
ARTS 101. Two-Dimensional Design I (3:7). Introduction to creative design elements, line, form, space, texture, color and basic
technical skills, providing a foundation for subsequent art courses. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.00.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 102. Three-Dimensional Design I (3:7). Comprehensive exploration of form, volume and space involving design, media,
tools and technique. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $25.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 120. Drawing I (3:7). Introduction to drawing concentrating on the fundamentals of line, value, perspective and composition
as applied primarily to representational drawing from observation. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 121. Figure Drawing (3:7). Introduction to drawing the human figure with emphasis on development of basic drawing skills
of gesture, proportion, contour and action. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $15.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 206. Two Dimensional Media Studies (3:7). Introduction and investigation of 2-D media, techniques and processes with an
emphasis on creative visual organization. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, 120.
Course Goals:
To demonstrate visual communication competency in 2-D foundation course work which shows clear understanding of Elements of
Art and Principles of Design and growing technical skill with materials and tools;
to demonstrate evidence of critical thinking, development of concepts, risk taking, and of innovating, researching, planning and
problem solving; and
to demonstrate understanding of personal progress communicated through well-written analyses.
ARTS 220. Drawing II (3:7). An expansion of beginning drawing with increased emphasis on composition and concept using
achromatic and color drawing media. Prerequisite: ARTS 120. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 221. Life Drawing and Anatomy (3:7). Drawing the human form. Study of anatomy and structure of the body.
Experimentation in various media. Prerequisite: ARTS 121. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $15.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 281. Computer Imaging in Design (3:0:7). Use of personal computer in the context of visual design professions. Introduces
student to skills needed to creating effective and expressive images in a desktop publishing environment. Prerequisites: Foundation
Portfolio Review or permission of Area Coordinator. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $25.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 305. Introduction to Photography (3:0:7). This course introduces the non-Art major to the principles of composition as
applied to Photography. Based on the use of the 35mm camera, students will learn the techniques and make effective black and white
photographs. Students must have a 35mm SLR camera with manual functions. Notes: For non-Art majors only. Offered in fall,
spring and summer.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 311. Photo Communication (3:7). In this course the practices of the working photojournalist are studied and skills expected
of an entry-level newspaper photographer are developed. Topics include the use of camera and flash equipment for typical jobs,
accurate note-taking for cut-lines, ethics as they impact the news media and an introduction to some of the major figures in the history
of photojournalism. A portfolio of projects is produced, illustrating personal camera skills, as well as the ability to find pictures to
accompany news stories. Notes: For non-Art and Design majors only. Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 312. The Photo Essay (3:0:7). This course further refines the practices and skills of the working photojournalist through the
production of a photo essay project. Students explore and develop a semester-long body of work with emphasis on creating a personal
style. Topics include the use of camera and flash equipment appropriate to the student's project, selecting an audience for the essay
project, research and development of the essay theme, and research in the history of photojournalism to examine important individuals
who have pursued similar projects. Students produce an essay portfolio, illustrating personal camera skills, as well as the ability to
identify media outlets and exhibition spaces suitable for the project's display. Prerequisites: ARTS 305 or ARTS 311 or ARTS 370
with permission of the instructor. Notes: Offered in fall.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 320. Drawing III (3:7). Continuation of the drawing sequence with emphasis on mixed media techniques and thematic
development. Prerequisite: ARTS 220. Notes: Offered fall or spring and as needed. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 321. Advanced Life Drawing (3:7). Exploration of the drawing approach. Creative use of composition, rendering techniques
and the artist's point of view. Prerequisites: ARTS 221. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $15.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 332. Sculpture I (3:7). Introduction to the techniques and design problems of sculpture. Experiences with appropriate
processes and materials. Prerequisites: ARTS 102. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $25.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 333. Sculpture II (3:7). Study and development of the concept of form in space using primarily one material, employing
various techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 332. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $25.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 335. Printmaking: Serigraphy/Screen Processes (3:. Introduction to screen printing techniques including tusche drawing,
stencil and photo screen printing. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 120. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $20.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 336. Printmaking: Relief (3:7). Introduction to relief printing techniques in black and white including lino-cut and woodcut.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 120. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $20.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 337. Printmaking: Intaglio Printing (3:7). Introduction to basic techniques in intaglio printmaking including hard- and
soft-ground etching, dry point, engraving, aqua tint and collagraph. Prerequisites: ARTS 101 and 120. Notes: Offered in fall and
spring. Lab Fee: $20.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 342. Painting I (3:7). Introduction to painting with emphasis upon professional approach to content, expression, materials
and media techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 101 and 120. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 343. Painting II (3:7). Emphasis upon the development of an individual point of view. Individual problems in
representational and nonrepresentational painting. Prerequisites: ARTS 342. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee:
$10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 351. Ceramics I (3:7). Introduction to the techniques and processes used in the creation of clay forms. Notes: Offered in
fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $45.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 352. Ceramics II (3:7). Studio course introducing exploratory experiences in potters wheel and glazing techniques.
Prerequisites: ARTS 351. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $45.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 354. Jewelry and Metals for non-ART majors (3:7). An introduction to the materials and processes of basic metal-work
and jewelry design for non-Art majors. Students explore jewelry, small-scale metal-work and body adornment as a means of
expression, from design to final product. Fundamental hand skills will be covered. Notes: Credit can not be given for ARTS 354 and
ARTS 355. Lab fee: $50.
Course Goals:
1. To introduce non-Art majors to the art and craft of jewelry and small metals.
2. The design process will be introduced and the student will not be expected to have prior knowledge in two dimensional and
three dimensional design skills and techniques.
ARTS 355. Jewelry and Metals I (3:7). An introduction to the materials and processes of basic metal-work and jewelry design.
Students explore jewelry, small-scale metal-work and body adornment as a means of expression. Fundamental hand skills will be
covered. Craft, technique, and problem solving skills are emphasized. Coursework includes research, technical samples, drawings,
three dimensional models and finished works. Prerequisites: ARTS 101,102,120 or permission of the instructor.
Course Goals:
To introduce materials and processes of basic metal-work and jewelry design. Students will explore jewelry, small-scale metal-work
and body adornment as a means of expression. Fundamental hand skills will be covered. Craft, technique, and problem solving skills
are emphasized. Coursework includes research, technical samples, drawings, three dimensional models and finished works. Notes:
Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
ARTS 356. Jewelry and Metals II (3:7). A continuation of the exploration of jewelry concepts and technologies. Techniques such
as casting, basic stone-setting, color on metal, and mechanisms are introduced with emphasis on creative problem solving, craft and
individual aesthetic growth. Critical analysis of work is provided in group critiques. Coursework includes visual and historical
research, technical samples, drawings, three dimensional models and finished works. Prerequisite: ARTS 355. Notes: Offered in fall
and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
1. Students will cover techniques such as casting, basic stone-setting, color on metal, and mechanisms are introduced with
emphasis on creative problem solving, craft and individual aesthetic growth.
2. Critical analysis of work is provided in group critiques.
3. Coursework includes visual and historical research, technical samples, drawings, three dimensional models and finished works.
ARTS 364. Digital Photography (3:0:7). Exploring the means for making creative images through the use of the digital camera and
by scanning film-based materials, this course covers some aspects of Photoshop for making an original and personal photographic
portofolio. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, ARTS 120. Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 365. Color Photography (3:7). Developing an aesthetic awareness and technical proficiency with the creative potential of
color photography, this course concentrates on making prints from color photographic media. Color composition, color temperature,
and the use of filters and flash are investigated. The course aims to develop color photography as a means of personal expression, as
well as to build skills for working profesionally. Students must have a flash for this course. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 120, 205.
Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $70.
Course Goals:
To provide a comprehensive grounding in color photography with assignments and projects that assesses students’ aesthetic
understanding and technical skills.
ARTS 366. Serial Photography (Film-based) (3:0:7). This course provides the student an opportunity for developing a personal
series of B&W images while learning the basics of The Zone System. After initially completing a set of shorter assignments based on
technical exercises, the remainder of the semester will be spent working within the ‘straight’ style of social documentary and fine art
photography. A single project that aims at a cohesive visual investigation of a topic of the student’s choice, printed from film camera
negatives, will be the principal component of the course portfolio. Prerequisites: ARTS 205 and ARTS 364.
Course Goals:
To prepare students for the practice of precise exposure and development of film materials, and to provide experiences in making
B&W darkroom prints of a professional standard.
ARTS 420. Drawing IV (3:7). Further continuation of the drawing sequence with emphasis on conceptual and compositional
solutions to advanced drawing problems. Prerequisites: ARTS 320. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 432. Sculpture III (3:7). Study and development of kinetic forms in space with emphasis on contemporary materials
and methods. Prerequisites: ARTS 333. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $25.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 433. Sculpture IV (3:7). Study of the figure as a form in space. Prerequisites: ARTS 432. Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Lab Fee: $25.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 437. Intermediate Printmaking (3:7). Continued study in printmaking media with emphasis on more advanced traditional
and contemporary techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 335, 336, or 337. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $20.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 442. Painting III (3:7). Emphasis on the student's personal creative expression and the continuing development of painterly
skills. Prerequisites: ARTS 343. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 443. Painting IV (3:7). Continuation of the narrowing of focus to develop an individual expression. Prerequisites: ARTS
442. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 451. Ceramics III (3:7). Continuing explorations in hand and wheel throwing techniques. Exploratory experiences in clay
body formulation and compounding glazes. Prerequisites: ARTS 352. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $45.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 452. Ceramics IV (3:7). Intermediate course study in either hand built or wheel thrown forms with an emphasis on the
relationship between form and decoration. Prerequisites: ARTS 451. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $45.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 455. Jewelry and Metals III (3:7). A more in-depth exploration of jewelry concepts and technologies with emphases on
complex construction, forming, forging, innovative material applications, and technical explorations. Critical analysis of work is
provided in group critiques. Coursework includes research, technical samples, drawings, three dimensional models, finished works,
and evidence of activity within the field. Prerequisites: ARTS 356. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
Students will further explore jewelry concepts and technologies with emphases on complex construction, forming, forging, innovative
material applications, and technical explorations. Critical analysis of work is provided in group critiques. Coursework includes
research, technical samples, drawings, three dimensional models, finished works, and evidence of activity within the field.
ARTS 456. Jewelry and Metals IV (3:7). Advanced work in jewelry and metals with emphases on the development of wearable,
functional, and sculptural designs with intent, research, conceptual development and craft. Critical analysis of work is provided in
group critiques. Coursework includes documentation of personal development in sketchbooks, visual research, written research,
finished works and active course participation. In addition to work completed in the studio, the student will be expected to begin to
develop an understanding and working knowledge of current themes in the field of contemporary jewelry, metals, and object-making
as well as the history of the discipline. Prerequisites: ARTS 455. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
Students will produce more advanced work in jewelry and metals with emphases on the development of wearable, functional, and
sculptural designs with intent, research, conceptual development and craft. Critical analysis of work is provided in group critiques.
Coursework includes documentation of personal development in sketchbooks, visual research, written research, finished works and
active course participation. In addition to work completed in the studio, the student will be expected to begin to develop an
understanding and working knowledge of current themes in the field of contemporary jewelry, metals, and object-making as well as
the history of the discipline.
ARTS 458: Digital Modeling. Serves as a introduction to the fundamentals of digital fabrication in product/jewelry design and fine
art. Provides an overview of the current software applications and fabrication methods that are being utilized in jewelry design and
studio arts. Instruction will consist of lectures, demonstration, individual work time on specific tutorial programs and exercises, as
well as assigned projects that will result in the output of a “tangible” product as a final product, prototype, model, or mold.
Prerequisites: ARTS 281, ARTT 300.
Course Goals:
1. To communicate clearly and effectively, utilizing the appropriate terms and vocabulary for the discipline; understanding the
acronyms, materials and processes.
2. To use critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a variety of research methods to solve problems and complete
assignments.
3. To understand how files are created, stored and edited using a workstation, network and external data storage.
4. To understand the fundamental anatomy and operation of a PC or Mac.
5. To apply vector drawing software, computer aided design (CAD) software and rendering software for design, digital
fabrication and visualization of 3 dimensional objects.
6. To understand various applications for digital fabrication outsourcing processes, such as laser cutting, and additive/subtractive
manufacturing.
ARTS 472. Editorial Photography (3:0:7). This course investigates the relationship between the individual and the social
environment. Students photograph people at work and in locations that emphasize the subject's role in society. The course includes
making work suitable for newspapers, magazines and annual reports and culminates in a documentary project arranged by the student.
Required equipment for this course includes a wide-angle lens and a flash. Prerequisites: ARTS 371 or by portfolio review and
permission of the instructor. Notes: Offered in spring. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 473. Large-Format Photography (3:0:7). Working primarily with 4x5" view cameras (but also having access to the 8x10"
camera), students learn to use the descriptive power of the large-format negative for personal expression and creative purpose. A
grounding in exposure control through the Zone System enables students to improve their understanding of the relationship between
subject brightness and print tonal range. Students must have a view camera and suitable tripod for this course. Prerequisites: ARTS
101, 120, 201, 371. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 474. Studio Lighting for Photography (3:0:7). This course gives the students a working knowledge of strobe and tungsten
lighting, as used in table-to photography, portraiture and photographing interior architecture and the human figure. It includes the
methods for calculating light intensities when properly lighting a 3-dimensional object, as well as exploring creative techniques
commonly exploited in studio work. Students must own a Sekonic L-408 Multimaster light meter (which provides flash, ambient light
and spot readings). Prerequisites: ARTS 470. Notes: Offered in spring. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTS 475. Alternative Processes in Photography (3:0:7). Photographic printing paper can be a rich material, capable of
extraordinary tonal scale in and with a character of rare beauty. This course comprises the making of photographic paper by mixing
light-sensitive emulsions and applying them to quality drawing paper by hand. Some of the historic processes are investigated,
including Cyanotype, Van Dyke, Gum Bichromate, Platinum and Palladium. Later in the course students select one process with
which to make a unified series of prints. Prerequisites: ARTS 281, 470, 473 (or ARTS 473 as a co-requisite). Notes: Offered in
spring. Lab Fee: $70.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTT 112. Introduction to Fine Arts (2).
Methods of Evaluation:
No methods officially listed.
ARTT 113. Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio (1).
Notes: None.
ARTT 298. Art Appreciation (3). Survey of trends in art, traditional and contemporary styles. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and
summer. Does not count toward art and design major or minor.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTT 498. Survival Guide for Artists (3:3:0). Providing information for making a living as a fine artist, this lecture course
includes grant writing, studio rentals, exhibitions, gallery sales and contracts, residencies and fellowships, commissions, pricing of
artwork for sales, legal assistance, copyright issues, oral presentations and interview skills. Prerequisites: Completion of
Department's Specialization Portfolio Review and at least junior status, or permission of the department chair. Notes: Offered in
spring.
Course Goals:
No official course goals listed.
ARTE 348. Introduction to Art Education. (3). This course introduces students to art education through weekly visits to P-12
classrooms to observe artistic development at different ages, guided by readings on child development in art and other related topics.
Students also reflect upon their goals, values, and interests and engage in initial art teaching activities at various grade levels.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 201, ARTS 202, ARTS 220, ARTH 176, EDUC 110 or permission of the Instructor. Offered in Spring. Lab
fee: $15.00
Course Goals:
1) Encourage reflection about why to become an art teacher, and inform students about what teaching art entails;
2) Introduce stages of artistic and holistic development through lecture, observation and teaching activities;
3) Prepare students to develop and teach lesson plans at various levels.
ARTE 391. Principles of Teaching Art (3:2:2). An examination of various research-based programs of instructional planning,
methodology, classroom management, and evaluation of teaching and learning in art, K-12. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher
Education. Co-requisites: ARTE 392, EDUC 390. Notes: Offered in fall semester.
Course Goals:
No official record of goals.
ARTE 528: Art Education Foundations and Elementary Methods (3). This course addresses philosophical and social foundations
of art education, then focuses on objectives, content, teaching methods, and assessment of art at the early childhood and elementary
levels. Students will develop comprehensive elementary-level lesson plans meeting diverse National and SC Visual Arts Standards.
Prerequisite(s): ARTE 348 or Permission of Instructor. Notes: Lab Fee: $15. Offered in fall.
Course Goals:
1. Develop an individual philosophy and rationale for teaching art.
2. Understand the value and purposes of art education in American schools today.
3. Become familiar with the National and SC Visual Arts Standards.
4. Development of lesson plans, motivations, reflective questions and authentic assessment for the elementary art classroom.
5. Address College of Education Conceptual Framework, Dispositions and Skills Criteria.
ARTE 548. Curriculum in Art Education and Secondary Methods (3). This course reviews historical and contemporary curricula
in art education, then focuses on issues in secondary art teaching. Topics include adolescent development, as well as multicultural and
cross-disciplinary aspects of art. Students will develop personal philosophies of art education as well as secondary units of
instruction. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Admission to Teacher Education Program. Notes: Offered in Spring. Lab Fee:
$25.
Course Goals:
1. Compare historical and contemporary approaches to curriculum and instruction.
2. Study comprehensive development for middle and high school students.
3. Apply National and SC Standards for middle and high school.
4. Expand drawing skills and work with middle school students on perspective unit.
5. Integrate talk about art (art history, art criticism, aesthetics) and studio..
6. Learn about exhibiting art and art competitions while working with AP art exhibit.
7. Develop comprehensive curricular units to secondary students.
8. Reflect on continuing development as teacher/artists to develop personal educational philosophy.
ARTH 175. Introduction to Art History from Prehistory through the Middle Ages (3). Survey of art and architecture in the
major civilizations of Egypt, the Ancient Near East, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Medieval Europe, India, China, Japan, and Africa.
Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Course Goals:
No official record of goals.
ARTH 176. Introduction to Art History from the Renaissance to the Present (3). Survey of art and architecture in Western
Civilizations, from the Renaissance to the present. Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Course Goals:
No official record of goals.
ARTH 341. Art of Ancient Greece and Rome (3). Study of the art and architecture of Ancient Greece and Rome from the Aegean
through the Late Roman Empire.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the art and archeology of ancient Greece and Rome.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major artists and works from the period and discuss them
within their specific historic and cultural contexts.
ARTH 342. Early Medieval Art (3). Study of the art and architecture of Europe from the Early Christian through Byzantine,
Islamic, Celtic, Viking, Carolingian and Ottonian periods. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the art and archeology of ancient Early Medieval Art.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major artists and works from the period and discuss them
within their specific historic and cultural contexts.
ARTH 350. The History of Photography (3). This course surveys the history of photography from its technical origins up to
contemporary times, tracing its perception as a purely mechanical or documentary process in the early 19th century, through its
elevation to the status of 'fine art' today. Class discussions on topics related to the course material and guest lectures by practicing
photographers will be included as time permits. Prerequisite: ARTH 176. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the history of Photography.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major artists and works from the period and discuss them
within their specific historical and cultural contexts.
ARTH 351. Arts of Africa (3). A survey of the visual arts and architecture of Africa from prehistoric times to the present, with an
emphasis on placing the arts within their social and cultural context. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the art and archeology of African Art.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major styles, artists and works from the period and discuss
them within their specific historic and cultural contexts.
ARTH 352. Arts of the Americas (3). A survey of the visual arts and architecture made of ancient Mesoamerica and the Native
American cultures of North America, with an emphasis on placing the arts within their social and cultural context. Notes: Offered
once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the art and archeology of the Americas.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major artists and works from the period and discuss them
within their specific historic and cultural contexts.
ARTH 353. Arts of Oceania (3). Study of the art and architecture of Oceania, including Micronesia, Polynesia, Melanesia and
Aboriginal Australia from prehistoric times to the present, with an emphasis on placing the arts within their social and cultural context.
Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the art and archeology of the Arts of Oceania.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major artists and works from the period and discuss them
within their specific historical and cultural contexts.
ARTH 354. Arts of India (3). Study of the art and architecture of India from prehistoric times to the present, with an emphasis on
placing the arts within their social and cultural context. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the art and archeology of the Arts of India.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major artists and works from the period and discuss them
within their specific historic and cultural contexts.
ARTH 450. Honors: Selected Topics in Art History (3). Independent research on a selected topic in art history, culminating in an
honors thesis of professional quality. Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair, Department of Art & Design. Notes: Offered in once per
year.
Course Goals:
No official record of goals.
ARTH 453. Art of the Book (3). Study of the history, materials and methods of the creation of the book in its many forms from
antiquity through the present. Prerequisites: ARTH 175 or 176 or permission of instructor. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
No official record of goals.
ARTH 480. Special Topics in Art History (3). Study of a special problem in the history of art from antiquity to modern times, such
as the individual artist, genre, theme, artistic movement or museum studies. Prerequisites: ARTH 175 or 176 or permission of
instructor. Notes: Offered fall, spring and summer.
Course Goals:
No official record of goals
ARTH 483. Special Topics in Non-Western Art (3). Specialized study in one or more of the following: Art and Architecture of
Africa, the South Pacific, North American Indian, Japan, China, India, Caribbean and Latin American and Native Americans of the
Americas. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer.
Course Goals:
No official record of goals
ARTH 484. Special Topics in Non-Western Art (3).
Course Goals:
No official record of goals
ARTH 485. Special Topics in Non-Western Art (3).
Course Goals:
No official record of goals
ARTS 532. Sculpture V (3:7). Development of design and technical skills in the student's specific area of interest. Prerequisite:
ARTS 433. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $25.00.
Course Goals:
No Official Course Goals Listed.
ARTS 533. Sculpture VI (3:7). The conception and production of a unified professional body of work appropriate to a one-artist
exhibition of sculpture. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $25.00.
Course Goals:
No Official Course Goals Listed.
ARTS 536. Advanced Printmaking (3:7). Advanced study in printmaking media with a concentration of image formulation through
advanced techniques and multi-color printing. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $25.00.
Course Goals:
No Official Course Goals Listed.
ARTS 542. Painting V (3:7). A continuation of the study of painting to develop professional, painterly skills through individual
expression. Prerequisite: ARTS 443. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.00.
Course Goals:
No Official Course Goals Listed.
ARTS 543. Painting VI (3:7). Advanced study offering a thorough grounding in the discipline of painting. Prerequisite: ARTS
542. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $10.
Course Goals:
No Official Course Goals Listed.
ARTS 551. Ceramics V (3:7). Advanced study to develop a personal approach to the ceramic object. Exploration of glaze
calculation and application. Prerequisite: ARTS 452. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $45.
Course Goals:
No Official Course Goals Listed.
ARTS 552. Ceramics VI (3:7). Advanced work in ceramics culminating in the production of a body of work of professional
standard. Study of kiln construction and portfolio photographic documentation. Prerequisite: ARTS 551. Notes: Offered in fall,
spring and summer. Lab Fee: $45.
Course Goals:
No Official Course Goals Listed.
ARTS 555. Jewelry and Metals V (3:7). A continued exploration of concepts and technique considering personal direction with
emphases on technical proficiency and intentful design. Students will focus on the production, documentation and presentation of their
work. Coursework includes documentation of personal development in sketchbooks, visual research, finished works and active course
participation. Prerequisites: ARTS 456 or permission of chair, Department of Fine Arts.
Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
1. Students will continue to explore concepts and technique considering personal direction with emphases on technical
proficiency and intentful design.
2. Students will focus on the production, documentation and presentation of their work.
3. Coursework includes documentation of personal development in sketchbooks, visual research, finished works and active
course participation.
ARTS 556. Jewelry and Metals VI (3:7). Focus on the development of a cohesive body of work based on a technical, conceptual
and/or aesthetic theme as well as professional practices related to portfolio and exhibition of work. Coursework includes a finished
body of work, participation in a solo or group exhibition, completed portfolio, evidence of related activity beyond the classroom and
active course participation. Prerequisites: ARTS 555 or permission of chair, Department of Fine Arts. Notes: Offered in fall and
spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
1. This course will be a capstone experience for the Jewelry and Metals area student.
2. The students will focus on the development of a cohesive body of work based on a technical, conceptual and/or aesthetic
theme as well as professional practices related to portfolio and exhibition of work.
3. Coursework includes a finished body of work, participation in a solo or group exhibition, completed portfolio, evidence of
related activity beyond the classroom and active course participation.
ARTS 558. Advanced Digital Modeling (3:7). Serves as an advanced study of the fundamentals of digital fabrication in
product/jewelry design and fine art. Provides an in-depth exploration of the current software applications and fabrication methods that
are being utilized in jewelry design and studio arts. Instruction will consist of lectures, demonstration, individual work time on
assigned projects that will result in the output of a “tangible” product as a final product, prototype, model, or mold. Prerequisites:
ARTS 458.
Course Goals:
1. To communicate clearly and effectively, utilizing the appropriate terms and vocabulary for the discipline; understanding the
acronyms, materials and processes.
2. To use critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a variety of research methods to solve problems and complete
assignments.
3. To apply vector drawing software, computer aided design (CAD) software and rendering software for design, digital
fabrication and visualization of 3 dimensional objects.
4. To understand and utilize the various applications for digital fabrication outsourcing processes, such as laser cutting, and
additive/subtractive manufacturing to create individual works and designed objects for portfolio.
ARTS 584/585. Special Topics in Art (3). Extends individual opportunities in studio art beyond existing departmental curriculum
limits. Prerequisites: Permission of chair, Department of Art and Design. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. May be
retaken for additional credit. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
No official goals listed.
ARTS 500. Senior Studio Seminar (3:7). An in-depth investigation with critical readings, discussions, presentations and analysis
including the development of a capstone exhibition and an individual website that documents the student's work. Prerequisites:
ARTS 490. Co-Requisite: ARTT 400. Notes: Required of BFA Students.
Course Goals:
1. To use critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a variety of research methods;
2. to communicate clearly and effectively in standard English; to understand aesthetic values, the creative process, and the
interconnectedness of the arts; and
3. to provide a capstone experience via an exhibition, presentation and exit level website.
ARTS 501. Senior Project Seminar (3:7). An in-depth investigation with critical readings, discussions, presentations and analysis
including the development of a capstone project and an individual website that documents the student's work. Co-requisites:
ARTT401. Notes: Required of BA in Arts majors.
Course Goals:
1. To use critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a variety of research methods;
2. to communicate clearly and effectively in standard English;
3. to understand aesthetic values, the creative process, and the interconnectedness of the arts; and
4. to provide a capstone experience via a project, presentation and exit level website.
ARTS 536. Advanced Printmaking (3:7). Advanced study in printmaking media with a concentration of image formulation through
advanced techniques and multi-color printing. Prerequisites: ARTS 437. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $25.
ARTS 573. Photography Thesis Project (3:1:6). Designed for seniors, this course provides an opportunity to investigate a single
topic of personal interest. By working closely with the instructor, the student's project is devised, executed, and in the process a
conceptual framework is developed. To accompany the project students learn to write an artist's statement, how to complete a grant
application for a fine-art project or develop a detailed budget for a commercial project proposal. Prerequisites: ARTS 473, 474 and
ARTS 472 or 475 or 572, senior status. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
No official goals listed.
ARTS 574. Photography Thesis Exhibition (3:0:7). This course is dedicated to the production of a project for a one-person
exhibition, which the student installs at the end of the semester. Building on the experience of ARTS 573, the student investigates a
single topic, which may be a new project, a continuation of the earlier project, or a refined version of it. The exhibition (typically 1215 pieces of work) is accompanied by a written artist's statement. Prerequisites: ARTS 573. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
No official goals listed.
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MUSA 158. Carolinas Wind Orchestra (1:3). A select ensemble of wind and percussion instruments performing primarily new and
demanding works for the medium. Prerequisite: Audition required. Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Course Goals:
1) To rehearse and perform significant repertoire for wind band,
2) to foster an appreciation for a variety of musical styles within the wind band repertoire, and
3) to enhance the development of individual performance in the areas of intonation, articulation, balance, and blend within an
ensemble, and technical facility.
MUSA 161. Winthrop Symphony Orchestra (1:3). Performs major symphonic works for orchestra. Prerequisite: Audition
required
Course Goals:
1) to rehearse and perform significant orchestral repertoire,
2) to foster an appreciation for a variety of musical styles within the orchestral repertoire,
3) to enhance the development of individual performance in the areas of technical facility, intonation, articulation, bowings, balance
and blend within the ensemble.
ARTS 101. Two-Dimensional Design I (3:7). Introduction to creative design elements, line, form, space, texture, color and basic
technical skills, providing a foundation for subsequent art courses. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $30.00.
Course Goals:
A.
To introduce students to a working knowledge of the elements, principles and concepts of creative two-dimensional design in
non-representational format.
B.
To acquaint students with the basic vocabulary associated with two-dimensional design.
C.
To introduce students to basic art materials and tools used in two-dimensional design.
D.
To acquaint students with the drawing process as it relates to two-dimensional design.
E.
To establish standards of craftsmanship and presentation.
F.
G.
H.
To develop problem-solving skills and a sensitivity to the intentional organization of the two-dimensional picture plane.
To introduce students to constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation
To develop oral communication skills
ARTS 102. Three-Dimensional Design I (3:7). Comprehensive exploration of form, volume and space involving design, media,
tools and technique. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
A.
To introduce and explore, through material manipulation, the Elements of Art and the Principles of Three-Dimensional Design.
B.
To develop problem-solving skills relative to the sensitive employment of the Principles and Elements.
C.
To introduce and impart an understanding of the vocabulary associated with three-dimensional design.
D.
To expose students to some of the tools and materials associated with object making. This includes both hand tools and basic
woodshop power tools.
Materials will include paper, cardboard, plaster and wood.
E.
To develop a high standard of craftsmanship and presentation.
F.
To acquaint students with the process of drawing as it relates to three-dimensional design.
G.
To introduce students to constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation.
H.
To develop oral communication skills.
I.
To create an awareness of the
scope of three-dimensional design.
ARTS 120. Drawing I (3:7). Introduction to drawing concentrating on the fundamentals of line, value, perspective and composition
as applied primarily to representational drawing from observation. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $30.
Course Goals:
1. Introduce students to drawing through the investigation of and practice with basic rendering techniques, through
representational drawing.
2. Introduce students to achromatic drawing.
3. Acquaint students with the basic vocabulary and concepts.
4. Develop observational, conceptual and visual competence.
5. Develop problem-solving skills relative to the organization of space.
6. Establish standards of craftsmanship.
7. Introduce students to constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation and oral communication.
8. Establish links between drawing and the disciplines of Two-Dimensional Design and Three-Dimensional Design.
9. Emphasize the value of a working sketchbook.
ARTS 121. Figure Drawing (3:7). Introduction to drawing the human figure with emphasis on development of basic drawing skills
of gesture, proportion, contour and action. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $140.
Course Goals:
1. To establish a foundation in the skills and concepts necessary to engage in observing and rendering the human form.
2. To explore the interaction of drawing techniques, design, expressiveness, and knowledge of perspective theories.
3. To gain a basic understanding of artistic anatomy through study of bones, proportion systems and the basic form of muscle
groups.
4. To gain an essential understanding of how to render portraiture from life.
5. To use light and shadow to render the human form.
6. To develop sensitivity to the Visual Elements (line, shape, texture, value, and color) and the Principles of Design (harmony,
variety, balance, proportion, dominance, movement, and economy).
7. Continue to practice constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation; and to practice oral communication skills.
ARTS 206. Two Dimensional Media Studies (3:7). Introduction and investigation of 2-D media, techniques and processes with an
emphasis on creative visual organization. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, 120. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
A. Establish a foundation in Two-Dimensional Design concepts and skills and explore image-making in various 2-D disciplines
(Painting, Printmaking and Mixed-Media).
B. Explore the interaction of design components and the creative use and representation of images through the inherent visual qualities
found in the disciplines of Painting, Printmaking and Mixed-Media.
C. Develop sensitivity to the visual elements and the principles of design.
D. Explore various compositional strategies.
E. Establish what makes the 2-D disciplines distinct, as well as, find relevant connections between them.
F. Gain competency in understanding basic color theory, its terminology and its practical application through studio projects.
ARTS 220. Drawing II (3:7). An expansion of beginning drawing with increased emphasis on composition and concept using
achromatic and color drawing media. Prerequisite: ARTS 120. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $35.
Course Goals:
A.
Further and enhance objectives found in ARTS 120.
B.
Enable students to explore drawing as a language, allowing students to investigate more thoroughly various drawing
techniques in emphasizing sound composition, exploration of aesthetics and as means to convey individual concepts.
C.
Provide an opportunity for students to understand and appreciate the discipline of drawing as an art form.
D.
Continue honing problem-solving skills relative to the organization of space on the two-dimensional picture plane.
E.
Expose students to modern and contemporary modes of composition.
F.
Continue good practice in constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation and to hone oral communication skills.
G.
Establish links between drawing and the disciplines of Two-Dimensional Design and Three-Dimensional Design.
H.
Emphasize the value of a working sketchbook.
I.
Explore mixed-media and color media in rendering
J.
Explore drawing through a thematic series.
ARTS 221. Life Drawing and Anatomy (3:7). Drawing the human form. Study of anatomy and structure of the body.
Experimentation in various media. Prerequisite: ARTS 121. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $140.
Course Goals:
Goal 1:
To introduce the ‘language of anatomy’ and as applied to human figure
Goal 2: To develop disciplines in accurate observation through a range of sensory modalities including sight, kinesthetic, and tactile
awareness, enhanced by knowledge of human anatomy and function.
Goal 3: To lay a solid foundation in observational drawing skills applied to the figure that will aid in the creation of works from
observation or imagination in drawing and other arts disciplines, as well as other fields within, or outside of, the arts.
Goal 4: To introduce techniques and concepts in figure drawing that have been part of art creation from the Renaissance to the present
as well as across cultures.
Goal 5: To use drawing as a tool for critical thinking and visual problem-solving.
ARTS 281. Computer Imaging in Design (3:0:7). Use of personal computer in the context of art and design professions.
Introduces students to skills needed to creating effective and expressive images in a desktop publishing environment. Prerequisites:
ARTS 101. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
A.
Explore the interaction between traditional and digital media.
B.
Explore the use of various software programs for the purposes of developing creative imagery.
C.
Effectively store, format, and present digital files.
D.
Understand the relationship between image content and concept.
E.
Use your sensitivity to the Visual Elements (line, shape, texture, value, and color) and the Principles of Design (harmony,
variety, balance, proportion, dominance, movement, and economy) to create competent and innovative works of art.
F.
Reflect upon image form and content through verbal and written critiques.
G.
Develop visual research skills including the creation of an image bank.
ARTS 305. Introduction to Photography (3:0:7). This course introduces the non-Art major to the principles of composition as
applied to Photography. Based on the use of a digital camera, students will learn techniques for making effective photographic images.
The student must have a digital camera in some form (point-and-shoot, DSLR or phone camera of at least 5MP). Notes: For non-Art
majors only. Offered in the fall and spring semesters.
Course Goals:
1. This course will provide instruction in composition in order to make pictures that convey a point of interest with clarity.
2. Through the use of the basic tools of Photoshop, the course will include the means for enhancement of the camera image to
create effective color, as well as black and white images.
3. A broad appreciation of the history of classical B&W photography will be provided, to help students gain an understanding of
how camera composition can be made to work.
ARTS 311. Photo Communication (3:7). In this course the practices of the working photojournalist are studied and skills expected
of an entry-level news photographer are developed. Topics include the use of camera and flash equipment for typical jobs, accurate
note-taking for cut-lines, ethics as they impact the news media and an introduction to some of the major figures in the history of
photojournalism. A portfolio of projects is produced, illustrating personal camera skills, as well as the ability to find pictures to
accompany news stories. Notes: For non-Art and Design majors only. Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $80.
Course Goals:
1. This course outlines the requirements for the entry-level news photographer.
2. The course will provide opportunities for completing projects typically needed by newspapers, websites and annual reports.
3. The course will go over basic composition methods, how pictures can be made more effective through transformation into
black and white, and how pictures can be made to work with text.
ARTS 312. The Photo Essay (3:0:7). This course further refines the practices and skills of the working photojournalist through the
production of a photo essay project. Students explore and develop a semester-long body of work with emphasis on creating a personal
style. Topics include the use of camera and flash equipment appropriate to the student's project, selecting an audience for the essay
project, research and development of the essay theme, and research in the history of photojournalism to examine important individuals
who have pursued similar projects. Prerequisites: ARTS 305 or ARTS 311 with permission of the instructor. Notes: Offered in fall.
Lab Fee: $80.
Course Goals:
1. This course will provide an opportunity for developing an in-depth study of some social value.
2. The work produced will be consistent with that of the documentary photographer and the student will be guided through the
stages in producing a meaningful visual analysis.
3. The student will be shown how the resulting work can be accompanied by text that has been developed from interviews and
notes kept while on assignment.
ARTS 320. Drawing III (3:7). Continuation of the drawing sequence with emphasis on mixed media techniques and thematic
development. Prerequisite: ARTS 220. Notes: Offered fall or spring. Lab Fee: $25.
Course Goals:
A.
Explore drawing as an artistic discipline; emphasizing the use of both traditional and contemporary media including mixedmedia, thematic development, and exploration of personal concepts.
B.
Understand the relationship between image content and concept.
C.
Use your sensitivity to the Visual Elements (line, shape, texture, value, and color) and the Principles of Design (harmony,
variety, balance, proportion, dominance, movement, and economy) to create competent and innovative works of art.
D.
Deeply reflect upon image form and content through verbal and written critiques.
E.
Develop visual research skills including the creation of an image bank.
F.
Grow in skill and independence as an image-maker.
ARTS 321. Advanced Life Drawing (3:7). Exploration of the drawing approach. Creative use of composition, rendering techniques
and the artist's point of view. Prerequisites: ARTS 221. Notes: Offered in fall and spring and as needed. Lab Fee: $140.
Course Goals:
1. To create works of art, derived from rendering the human form, which are focused on expressive content and thoughtful
composition.
2. To explore the interaction of drawing techniques with advanced problems in design, expressiveness, and a synthesized
knowledge of various ways to represent the human form.
3. To apply already established knowledge of how to render the human form, from ARTS 121 and 221, along with use of various
advanced media and image-making processes.
4. To demonstrate sensitivity to the Visual Elements (line, shape, texture, value, and color) and the Principles of Design
(harmony, variety, balance, proportion, dominance, movement, and economy).
5. Continue to practice constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation; and to practice oral communication skills.
ARTS 332. Sculpture I (3:7). Introduction to the techniques and design problems of sculpture. Experiences with appropriate
processes and materials. Prerequisites: ARTS 102. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $100.
Course Goals:
1. Students will learn how to create sculptural form using three different materials.
2. Students will learn to develop ideas for sculptures through drawing and specific research.
3. Students will complete three major sculptural works.
ARTS 333. Sculpture II (3:7). Study, development and production of sculptural form in space using three materials and three
different techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 332. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.
Course Goals:
1. Students will learn how to create sculptural volumes and structures from wood.
2. Students will learn how to make two part plaster molds and how to cast clay, wax and alternative casting materials.
3. Students will learn how to develop ideas for sculpture through drawing and research.
ARTS 335. 335. Printmaking: Serigraphy/Screen Processes (3:7). Introduction to screen printing techniques including manual,
stencil and photo techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 120. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $60.
Course Goals:
A.
To introduce students to a working knowledge of the screen print process.
B.
To acquaint students with the basic vocabulary associated with screen printing.
C.
To introduce students to basic tools used in screen printing.
D.
To establish standards of printmaking craftsmanship and presentation.
E.
To introduce students to constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation.
F.
To develop oral communication skills.
ARTS 336. Printmaking: Relief (3:7). Introduction to relief printing techniques in black and white including lino-cut and woodcut.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 120. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
1.
To achieve a working knowledge of the basic vocabulary, concepts and techniques of the relief printmaking process.
2.
To develop an image statements, personal and relevant to the student’s level of development as an artist.
3.
To acquaint oneself with the historical developments of the medium and an investigation of current trends in the relief
printmaking medium.
4.
To produce a portfolio of editions which demonstrate an understanding of the basic printmaking techniques and a portfolio of
monotypes and/or related works which correspond to the development of the print images.
ARTS 337. Printmaking: Intaglio Printing (3:7). Introduction to basic techniques in intaglio printmaking including hard- and
soft-ground etching, dry point and aquatint and basic monotype techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 101 and 120. Notes: Offered in fall
and spring. Lab Fee: $60.
Course Goals:
1.
To acquire a working knowledge of the basic vocabulary, concepts and techniques of the intaglio printmaking discipline.
2.
To develop an image statements, personal and relevant to the student’s level of development as an artist.
3.
To acquaint oneself with the historical developments of the medium and an investigation of current trends in the intaglio
printmaking medium.
4.
To produce a portfolio of editions of black and white prints which demonstrate an understanding of the basic intaglio
printmaking techniques and a portfolio of monotypes and/or related works which correspond to the development of the print images.
ARTS 342. Painting I (3:7). Introduction to painting with emphasis upon professional approach to content, expression, materials
and media techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 101 and 120. Notes: Offered in fall, spring. Lab Fee: $40.
Course Goals:
1. Observational Skills. Allow us to see the world differently, experience it differently, and thus, think about it differently.
2. Materials & Techniques // Understanding and using the material and formal elements of painting.
3. Ideas & Content // The mysterious connection between ideas and matter—how we arrive at meaning and poetry in and through the
materials and processes of making.
4. Creative Practice // Idea generating and problem solving. Acquiring a working understanding of a wide range of starting points and
conceptual frameworks in painting.
5. Context // Understanding contemporary and historical issues in the field of painting.
6. Critical Thinking & Communication Skills // Developing critical thinking, observational, and communication skills in relation to
making, discussing, and writing about art.
7. Professional Practice Skills // Documenting work, writing artist statements and proposals.
ARTS 343. Painting II (3:7). Painting 2 will continue to develop basic painting skills and understanding, with a stronger emphasis
on media explorations, research and content. Prerequisites: ARTS 342. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $80.
Course Goals:
1. Observational Skills. Allow us to see the world differently, experience it differently, and thus, think about it differently.
2. Materials & Techniques // Understanding and using the material and formal elements of painting.
3. Ideas & Content // The mysterious connection between ideas and matter—how we arrive at meaning and poetry in and through the
materials and processes of making.
4. Creative Practice // Idea generating and problem solving. Acquiring a working understanding of a wide range of starting points and
conceptual frameworks in painting.
5. Context // Understanding contemporary and historical issues in the field of painting.
6. Critical Thinking & Communication Skills // Developing critical thinking, observational, and communication skills in relation to
making, discussing, and writing about art.
7. Professional Practice Skills // Documenting work, writing artist statements and proposals.
ARTS 351. Ceramics I (3:7). Introduction to the techniques and processes used in the creation of clay forms. Notes: Offered in
fall, spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
Goal 1) to understand how the elements of art and principles of three-dimensional design function in relation to expressive clay form.
Goal 2) to begin to understand the fundamentals of surface design and how they affect three-dimensional form.
Goal 3) to begin to understand and use the creative process to work towards a personal expression in clay.
Goal 4) to begin to understand the concept of art.
Goal 5) to learn basic handbuilding skills and terminology.
Goal 6) to begin to understand ceramic art in an historical and contemporary context.
ARTS 352. Ceramics II (3:7). Studio course introducing exploratory experiences in potters wheel and glazing techniques.
Prerequisites: ARTS 351. Notes: Offered in fall, spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
Goal 1) to learn basic pottery throwing skills and terminology.
Goal 2) to continue to understand and apply the fundamentals of surface design and how they affect three-dimensional form.
Goal 3) to continue to work toward an understanding and use of the creative process to work towards a personal expression in clay.
Goal 4) to continue to understand the concept of art.
Goal 5) to continue your awareness of ceramic art in an historical and contemporary context.
Goal 6) to continue to develop decorating and glazing skills and learn how to make glaze batches.
ARTS 354. Jewelry and Metals for non-ART majors (3:7). An introduction to metalsmithing and jewelry design for non-Art
majors including metal fabrication, joining, surface embellishment, and forging. Emphasis on exploring metal as a medium of
personal aesthetic expression and advancing design and research skills. Notes: Credit cannot be given for ARTS 354 and ARTS 355.
Lab fee: $75.
Course Goals:
1. To introduce non-Art majors to the art and craft of jewelry and small metals.
2. The design process will be introduced and the student will not be expected to have prior knowledge in two dimensional and
three dimensional design skills and techniques.
ARTS 355. Jewelry and Metals I (3:7). An introduction to metalsmithing and jewelry design including metal fabrication, joining,
surface embellishment, and forging. Emphasis on exploring metal as a medium of personal aesthetic expression and advancing design
and research skills. Prerequisites: ARTS 101,102,120 or permission of the instructor. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee:
$75.
Course Goals:
1. Introduce and develop competence in metalsmithing and jewelry design techniques.
2. Explore metalsmithing and jewelry as a means of personal aesthetic expression.
3. Develop design and research skills, increasing the student’s ability to compose and execute ideas.
4. Introduce critical analysis and problem solving within the in design process and in group discussions.
5. Exposure to historical and contemporary practices of studio art.
ARTS 356. Jewelry and Metals II (3:7). Additional experience and experimentation in designing and executing jewelry and related
objects through fabrication; further exploration of metal as a medium of personal aesthetic expression. Focus on angle raising, jewelry
mechanisms, hinge making, and small scale sculpture. Prerequisite: ARTS 355. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.
Course Goals:
1. To provide intermediate knowledge and skills for the design and execution of jewelry, small scale sculpture, and hollowware.
2. Continued exploration of metalsmithing and jewelry as a means of personal aesthetic expression.
3. Develop intermediate design and research skills; increasing the student’s ability to compose and execute ideas.
4. Advance critical analysis and problem solving skills within the design process and group discussions.
5. Heightened awareness and exposure to historical and contemporary practices in studio art.
ARTS 364. Digital Photography (3:0:7). Exploring the means for making creative images through the use of the digital camera and
by scanning film-based materials, this course covers some aspects of Photoshop for making an original and personal photographic
portofolio. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, ARTS 120. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $80.00.
Course Goals:
1.Becoming familiar with the hardware and software of digital photography.
2.Learning methods of image retouching using Adobe Photoshop software.
3.Working with advanced features in Photoshop for the application of image manipulation and production of a personal portfolio of
printed images.
4.Refinement of digital techniques for image reproduction using ink processes and the Web.
ARTS 365. Color Photography (3:7). Developing an aesthetic awareness and technical proficiency with the creative potential of
color photography, this course concentrates on making prints from color photographic media, by digital and analog means. Color
composition, color temperature, and the use of filters and flash are investigated. The course aims to develop color photography as a
means of personal expression, as well as to build skills for working professionally. Students must have a flash for this course.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 120, 205. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $85.
Course Goals:
1. This course will provide a comprehensive grounding in color photography with assignments and projects that develop the
student’s aesthetic understanding and technical skills.
2. A personal portfolio of digital prints will be prepared for ARTS 300: Specialization Review.
ARTS 366. Serial Photography (Film-based) (3:0:7). This course provides the student an opportunity for developing a personal
series of B&W images while learning the basics of The Zone System. After initially completing a set of shorter assignments based on
technical exercises, the remainder of the semester will be spent working within the ‘straight’ style of social documentary and fine art
photography. A single project that aims at a cohesive visual investigation of a topic of the student’s choice, printed from film camera
negatives, will be the principal component of the course portfolio. Prerequisite: ARTS 205 and ARTS 364. Lab fee: $80.00
Course Goals:
1. To prepare students for the practice of precise exposure and development of film materials, and to provide experiences in
making B&W darkroom prints to professional standards.
2. The expressive capacity of the B&W tonal scale will be explored and applied to subject matter of the student’s choosing.
ARTS 420. Drawing IV (3:7). Further continuation of the drawing sequence with emphasis on conceptual and compositional
solutions to advanced drawing problems. Prerequisites: ARTS 320. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $25.00.
Course Goals:
1. Explore drawing as an artistic discipline; emphasizing the use of both traditional and contemporary media including mixedmedia, thematic development, and exploration of personal concepts.
2. Understand the relationship between image content and concept.
3. Use your sensitivity to the Visual Elements (line, shape, texture, value, and color) and the Principles of Design (harmony,
variety, balance, proportion, dominance, movement, and economy) to create competent and innovative works of art.
4. Deeply reflect upon image form and content through verbal and written critiques.
5. Develop visual research skills including the creation of an image bank.
6. Grow in skill and independence as an image-maker.
ARTS 432. Sculpture III (3:7). Study, development and production of sculpture that explores the use of movement, light and sound.
Prerequisites: ARTS 333. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.
Course Goals:
1. Students will explore and learn how to integrate movement into the design and construction of sculptures.
2. Students will explore and learn how to integrate light into the design and construction of sculptures.
3. Students will explore and learn how to integrate sound into the design and construction of sculptures.
ARTS 433. Sculpture IV (3:7). Study, development and production of sculpture that explores the representation of the body, public
art practices and conceptual art making. Prerequisites: ARTS 432. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.
Course Goals:
Students will explore and learn how to represent and explore content related to the body with a variety of materials.
ARTS 437. Intermediate Printmaking (3:7). Continued study in printmaking media with emphasis on second level traditional and
contemporary techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 335, 336, or 337. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.00.
Couse Goals:
1. To achieve a working knowledge of second level vocabulary, concepts and techniques of the relief, intaglio or serigraphy
printmaking discipline. .
2. To develop image statements, personal and relevant to one’s level of development as an artist.
3. To continue to investigate historical developments and current trends in the chosen print medium.
4. To investigate more advanced black and white and color printmaking processes.
5. To produce a portfolio of editions which demonstrate an understanding of intermediate printmaking techniques and a portfolio of
monotypes and/or related works which correspond to the development of one’s print images.
6. Refine standards of printmaking craftsmanship and presentation.
ARTS 442. Painting III (3:7). Emphasis upon the development of an individual point of view. Individual problems in
representational and nonrepresentational painting. Prerequisites: ARTS 343. Notes: Offered in fall, spring. Lab Fee: $75.00.
Course Goals:
1.Continuing Observational Skills. Allow us to see the world differently, experience it differently, and think about it differently.
2.Materials & Techniques. Understanding and using the material and formal elements.
3. Ideas & Content. The connection between ideas and matter –how we arrive at meaning and poetry in and
through the materials and processes.
4. Creative Practice. Idea generating and problem solving. Acquiring a working understanding of a wide range of starting
points and conceptual frameworks in painting.
5. Context. Understanding contemporary and historical issues in the field of painting.
6. Critical Thinking & Communication Skills. Developing critical thinking, observational, and communication skills in
relation to making, discussing, and writing.
7. Professional Practice Skills. Documenting work, writing artist statements and proposals.
ARTS 443. Painting IV (3:7). Continuation of the development of an individual point of view. Individual problems in
representational and nonrepresentational painting. Prerequisites: ARTS 442. Notes: Offered in fall, spring. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
1.Continuing Observational Skills. Allow us to see the world differently, experience it differently, and think about it differently.
2.Materials & Techniques. Understanding and using the material and formal elements.
3. Ideas & Content. The connection between ideas and matter –how we arrive at meaning and poetry in and
through the materials and processes.
4. Creative Practice. Idea generating and problem solving. Acquiring a working understanding of a wide range of starting
points and conceptual frameworks in painting.
5. Context. Understanding contemporary and historical issues in the field of painting.
6. Critical Thinking & Communication Skills. Developing critical thinking, observational, and communication skills in
relation to making, discussing, and writing.
7. Professional Practice Skills. Documenting work, writing artist statements and proposals.
ARTS 451. Ceramics III (3:7). Continuing explorations in hand and wheel throwing techniques. Exploratory experiences in clay
body formulation and compounding glazes. Prerequisites: ARTS 352. Notes: Offered in fall, spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
Goal 1) to expand and improve pottery throwing skills or hand-building skills and terminology.
Goal 2) to continue to understand and apply the fundamentals of surface design and how they affect three-dimensional form.
Goal 3) to continue to work toward an understanding and use of the creative process to work towards a personal expression in clay.
Goal 4) to continue to understand the concept of art.
Goal 5) to continue your awareness of ceramic art in an historical and contemporary context.
Goal 6) to continue to develop glazing skills and exploring glaze testing.
ARTS 452. Ceramics IV (3:7). Intermediate course study in either hand built or wheel thrown forms with an emphasis on the
relationship between form and decoration. Prerequisites: ARTS 451. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
Goal 1) to expand and improve pottery throwing skills or hand-building skills and terminology.
Goal 2) to continue to understand and apply the fundamentals of surface design and how they affect three-dimensional form.
Goal 3) to continue to work toward an understanding and use of the creative process to work towards a personal expression in clay.
Goal 4) to continue to understand the concept of art.
Goal 5) to continue your awareness of ceramic art in an historical and contemporary context.
Goal 6) to continue to develop decorating efforts, glazing skills and glaze testing.
ARTS 455. Jewelry and Metals III (3:7). Improves and expands knowledge and skill in metalsmithing and jewelry design.
Guidance toward developing a personal direction of creative expression, artistic aesthetic, and art philosophy. Focusing on additional
experience in manipulative techniques, complex construction, surface decoration, and mechanisms. Prerequisites: ARTS 356. Notes:
Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.
Course Goals:
1. To provide advanced knowledge and skills for the design and execution of jewelry, small scale sculpture, and hollowware.
Emphasis on craftsmanship.
2. Continued exploration of metalsmithing and jewelry as a means of personal aesthetic expression.
3. Introduce conceptual framework to advanced design and research skills; ability to compose, refine, and execute complex ideas.
4. Advanced critical analysis within the design process and in group discussions that pulls from personal research and experience.
5. Deep awareness and understanding of historical and contemporary practices in studio art.
6. Involvement local or national metalsmithing and jewelry organizations.
7. Document artwork via professional quality photographs
ARTS 456. Jewelry and Metals IV (3:7). Expands the general techniques of ARTS 455 with emphasis on experimentation and
development of personal style through advanced techniques of hollowware, complex construction, surface decoration, and the use of
varied materials. Prerequisites: ARTS 455. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.
Course Goals:
1. To provide expanded advanced knowledge and skills for the design and execution of jewelry, small scale sculpture, and
hollowware.
2. Continued exploration of metalsmithing and jewelry as a means of personal aesthetic expression. Emphasis on process through
introduction of personal research and experimentation with techniques, materials, and concept.
3. Practice advanced design and research skills; ability to execute refined ideas with underlying conceptual framework.
4. Provide critical analysis within the design process and in group discussions that pulls from personal research and
experimentation.
5. Continued awareness and study of historical and contemporary practices in studio art.
6. Document and share artwork and creative process through photographs and online media.
7. Involvement local or national metalsmithing and jewelry organizations. Begin exhibiting work locally.
ARTS 458: Digital Modeling. Introduction to computer-aided design in the creation of fine art. Provides an overview of the current
software applications and fabrication methods that are being utilized in the studio arts. Prerequisites: ARTS 281, ARTT 300. Lab
fee: $80.00.
Course Goals:
1. Introduce and develop competence and understanding in computer-aided design and rapid prototyping techniques.
2. To apply vector drawing software, computer-aided design (CAD) software and rendering software for design, digital
fabrication and visualization of 3-dimensional objects.
3. To understand various applications for digital fabrication outsourcing processes, such as laser cutting, and additive/subtractive
manufacturing.
4. To understand the fundamental anatomy and operation of a PC and/or Mac.
5. Exposure to contemporary practices of digital fabrication within studio art.
ARTS 472. Editorial Photography (3:0:7). This course investigates the relationship between the individual and the social
environment. Students photograph people at work and in locations that emphasize the subject's role in society. The course includes
making work suitable for newspapers, magazines annual reports, websites and the social media. Required equipment for this course
includes a wide-angle lens and a flash. Prerequisites: ARTT300 and ARTS 366. Notes: Offered in spring. Lab Fee: $80.
Course Goals:
1. This course will provide an introduction to the practices of the news media photographer.
2. The course will cover the strategies for building trust with unfamiliar subjects.
3. The camera’s ability to produce evidence of social effect will be explored.
4. The student will be introduced to the possibilities for making effective creative pictures within the limited guidelines of the editorial
field.
ARTS 473. Large-Format Photography (3:0:7). Working primarily with 4x5" view cameras (but also having access to the 8x10"
camera), students learn to use the descriptive power of the large-format negative for personal expression and creative purpose.
Students must have a view camera and suitable tripod for this course. Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 120, 205, ARTT300, or permission
of the chair. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $80.
Course Goals:
1. Historical overview of camera types and usage in contemporary view camera praxis.
2. Demonstrate the movements (focus, rise & fall, shift, swings, and tilt) and their usage in photographic problem solving.
3. Demonstrate the handling and processing of sheet film.
4. Explain the fundamentals of the ‘Zone System’ in the creation and processing of large-format photographic negatives.
5. Development of a photographic project using the large format camera.
ARTS 474. Studio Lighting for Photography (3:0:7). This course gives the students a working knowledge of strobe and tungsten
lighting, as used in table-to photography, portraiture and photographing interior architecture and the human figure. It includes the
methods for calculating light intensities when properly lighting a 3-dimensional object, as well as exploring creative techniques
commonly exploited in studio work. Students must own light meter which provides flash and ambient light readings. Prerequisites:
ARTS 365 or permission of the chair. Notes: Offered in spring. Lab Fee: $80.
Course Goals:
1.
The use of strobes (electronic flash), hot-lights (tungsten), modifiers, and reflectors in creating lighting effects.
2.
Measure both flash and ambient light sources with a hand-held meter.
3.
The use of filters and gels to adjust the color temperature of light sources in balance with photographic media.
4.
Creating a range of moods through control of defined shadows and highlights.
ARTS 475. Alternative Processes in Photography (3:0:7). Photographic printing paper can be a rich material, capable of
extraordinary tonal scale in and with a character of rare beauty. This course comprises the making of photographic paper by mixing
light-sensitive emulsions and applying them to quality drawing paper by hand. Some of the historic processes that are investigated
include Cyanotype Prints, Van Dyke Prints, Gum Bichromate Prints, Salt Printing, Albumen Prints, Platinum and Palladium Prints.
Later in the course students select one process with which to make a unified series of prints. Prerequisites: ARTS 281, ARTT300 or
permission of the chair. Notes: Offered in spring. Lab Fee: $100.00.
Course Goals:
1. This course will introduce students to the measuring of film camera negatives by using a densitometer.
2. Time will be used to learn the process of printing high-quality inkjet negatives from digital images and scanned camera
negatives onto transparency film.
3. The course will cover the various methods for preparing paper and coating emulsions, as each print process requires.
ARTT 112. Introduction to Fine Arts (2).
Methods of Evaluation:
Portfolio and critiques.
ARTT 113. Introduction to Fine Arts Portfolio (1).
Notes: Lab Fee: $30.00.
ARTT 298. Art Appreciation (3). Survey of trends in art, traditional and contemporary styles. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and
summer. Does not count toward art and design major or minor.
Course Goals:
This course provides an introduction to the language of the visual arts and a foundation for individual understanding and appreciation
of art. This class will focus on how art communicates, how to analyze and interpret it, and how we can see it as a cultural product that
reveals something about the society that produced it. The first part of the course covers the basics of art theory and practice. The
second part will focus on materials and techniques. In addition, aspects of the history of art are presented throughout both parts of the
course. Students will be given the verbal tools necessary to analyze, interpret and evaluate works of art, and will engage with visual
culture through class participation, written assignments, applied research assignments, and readings.
ARTT 498. Survival Guide for Artists (3:3:0). Providing information for making a living as a fine artist, this lecture course
includes grant writing, studio rentals, exhibitions, gallery sales and contracts, residencies and fellowships, commissions, pricing of
artwork for sales, legal assistance, copyright issues, oral presentations and interview skills. Prerequisites: Completion of
Department's Specialization Portfolio Review and at least junior status, or permission of the department chair. Notes: Offered in fall
or spring.
Course Goals:
1. This course will prepare the graduating student for their entry to the world of the practicing artist after graduation.
2. It will provide time for practicing the application processes for work, exhibitions and grants.
3. A personal notebook will be made as a reference tool for the years following graduation.
ARTE 348. Introduction to Art Education. (3). This course introduces students to art education through weekly visits to P-12
classrooms to observe artistic development at different ages, guided by readings on child development in art and other related topics.
Students also reflect upon their goals, values, and interests and engage in initial art teaching activities at various grade levels.
Prerequisite(s): ARTS 204, ARTS 206, ARTS 220, ARTH 176, or permission of the Instructor. Offered in Spring only. Lab fee:
$35.00
Course Goals:
Goal One: Integrate knowledge of the developmental stages of artistic and holistic development in children and young people from
theory into practice through keen observation, recording, and reflection.
Goal II: Describe and identify the developmental growth in art of the P-12 learner relative to artistic, physical, psychological, and
social development.
Goal III: Visualize, refine, and reflect upon lesson plans and assessment strategies.
Goal IV: Develop habits that support reflective practice of goals, values, and interests.
Goal V: Engage in art teaching activities at P-12 schools.
ARTE 391. Principles of Teaching Art (3:2:2). This course, concurrent with Internship I, bridges the gap between university studio
and education courses and the K-12 art classroom. We create scope and sequence lessons plans using South Carolina and National
Visual Arts Standards. In addition we design, organize, create, and host the Senior Show in Lewandowski Gallery. The class also
explores theories of art education classroom management and how they relate to the social landscape of the 21st century. Reflective
writing will be incorporated throughout. Prerequisite(s): Admission to College of Education. Co-requisite: EDUC 400. Offered in Fall
only.
Course Goals:
1.
Create K-12 Scope and Sequence lessons using South Carolina and National Visual Arts Standards.
2.
Become familiar with edTPA to be used in Internship II.
3.
Design, organize, create, and host Senior Show Lewandowski Gallery.
4.
Global Learning Initiative--This course participates in the Global Learning Initiative by its very nature.
ARTE 528. Art Education Foundations and Elementary Methods (3). This course addresses philosophical and social foundations
of art education, then focuses on objectives, content, teaching methods, and assessment of art at the early childhood and elementary
levels. Students will develop comprehensive elementary-level lesson plans meeting diverse National and SC Visual Arts Standards.
Prerequisite(s): ARTE 348 or ARTE 580, or permission of the instructor. Offered in Fall only.
Course Goals:
1. Develop an individual philosophy and rationale for teaching art.
2. Engage in observation and teaching experiences in K-5 art classrooms.
3. Use art making, art teaching, and child development knowledge to develop lesson plans, motivations, reflective questions and
authentic assessment for the K-5 elementary art classroom.
3. Describe and identify the developmental growth in art of the K-5 learner relative to physical, psychological, and social
development. Describe disability inclusion strategies.
4. Become familiar with the National and SC Visual Arts Standards.
5. BA Art Ed: Completion of Praxis I and COE application.
6. MAT5: Meeting with COE graduate director, review of MAT5 requirements, and successful completion of Praxis II.
ARTE 548. Curriculum in Art Education and Secondary Methods (3). This course reviews historical and contemporary curricula
in art education, then focuses on issues in secondary art teaching. Topics include adolescent development, as well as multicultural and
cross-disciplinary aspects of art. Students will develop personal philosophies of art education as well as secondary units of instruction.
Regular MAT and other post-baccalaureate students will have additional requirements. Prerequisite(s): Admission to College of
Education or permission of instructor. Offered in Spring only. Lab Fee: $35.00
Course Goals:
Goal 1: Study historical and contemporary art education philosophies and curricular paradigms.
Goal 2: Describe and identify the artistic and holistic development of grade 6-12 learners.
Goal 3: Develop lesson plans and assessment for arts integration and non-western art history.
Goal 4: Further develop personal philosophy of art education based on comparisons with historical and current paradigms.
Goal 5: Engage in observation and teaching experiences in secondary level educational settings.
Goal 6: Develop oneself as an artist/teacher/researcher, and a member of a creative community.
ARTA 595. Special Topics in Arts Administration (1) A special topics series of courses designed to extend individual opportunities
for study in arts administration.
Course Goals:
To expose students to unique and/or new aspects of theoretical and applied topics in arts administration.
ARTA 596. Special Topics in Arts Administration (2) A special topics series of courses designed to extend individual
opportunities for study in arts administration.
Course Goals:
To expose students to unique and/or new aspects of theoretical and applied topics in arts administration.
ARTA 597. Special Topics in Arts Administration (3) A special topics series of courses designed to extend individual
opportunities for study in arts administration.
Course Goals:
To expose students to unique and/or new aspects of theoretical and applied topics in arts administration.
ARTH 175. Introduction to Art History from Prehistory through the Middle Ages (3). Survey of art and architecture in the
major civilizations of Egypt, the Ancient Near East, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Medieval Europe, India, China, Japan, and Africa.
Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Course Goals:
To introduce the art of major ancient civilizations and examine relationships between those cultures and the art forms they developed.
ARTH 176. Introduction to Art History from the Renaissance to the Present (3). Survey of art and architecture in Western
Civilizations, from the Renaissance to the present. Notes: Offered in fall and spring.
Course Goals:
1. To familiarize students with significant artistic movements in Western art from the Renaissance to the present day.
2. To consider the relationships between art, life, and culture.
3. To learn about important artists, as well as major works in the visual arts.
ARTH 341. Art of Ancient Greece and Rome (3). Study of the art and architecture of Ancient Greece and Rome from the Aegean
through the Late Roman Empire. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
The goals of this course are to introduce the art and archaeology of ancient Greece and Rome with an emphasis upon identifying major
artists and works within their specific historic and cultural contexts. Notes: Offered periodically.
ARTH 342. Early Medieval Art (3). Study of the art and architecture of Europe from the Early Christian through Byzantine,
Islamic, Celtic, Viking, Carolingian and Ottonian periods. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the art and archeology of ancient Early Medieval Art.
2. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major artists and works from the period and discuss them
within their specific historic and cultural contexts.
ARTH 350. The History of Photography (3). This course surveys the history of photography from its technical origins up to
contemporary times, tracing its perception as a purely mechanical or documentary process in the early 19th century, through to its
eventual acceptance for expressive fine art purpose within the 20thC. Prerequisite: ARTH 176. Notes: Offered once every two
years.
Course Goals:
The goals of this course are to introduce the history of Photography with an emphasis upon identifying major artists and works within
specific historical and cultural contexts.
ARTH 351. Arts of Africa (3). A survey of the visual arts and architecture of Africa from prehistoric times to the present, with an
emphasis on placing the arts within their social and cultural context. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the visual arts of Africa.
2. To gain an understanding of a variety of cultures and belief systems in Africa.
3. To appreciate the importance of social and cultural context when learning about African art.
ARTH 352. Arts of the Americas (3). A survey of the visual arts and architecture made of ancient Mesoamerica and the Native
American cultures of North America, with an emphasis on placing the arts within their social and cultural context. Notes: Offered
once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the visual arts of the Americas.
2. To gain an understanding of a variety of cultures and belief systems in the Americas.
3. To appreciate the importance of social and cultural context when learning about art from the Americas.
ARTH 353. Arts of Oceania (3). A survey of the visual arts of Oceania, with an emphasis on placing the arts within their social and
cultural contexts. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the visual arts of Oceania.
2. To gain an understanding of a variety of cultures and belief systems in Oceania.
3. To appreciate the importance of social and cultural context when learning about Oceanic art.
ARTH 354. Arts of India (3). Study of the art and architecture of India from prehistoric times to the present, with an emphasis on
placing the arts within their social and cultural context. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
The goals of this course are to introduce the art and archaeology of the India with an emphasis upon identification of major artists and
works associated with specific period, including their historic and cultural contexts.
ARTH 450. Honors: Selected Topics in Art History (3). Honors Thesis in Art History. Content and format to be selected between
student and teacher. Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair, Department of Fine Arts. Notes: Offered once per year.
ARTH 453. Art of the Book (3). Study of the history, materials and methods of the creation of the book in its many forms from
antiquity through the present. Prerequisites: ARTH 175 or 176 or permission of instructor. Notes: Offered once every two years.
Course Goals:
The goals of this course are to explore the history and making of the book and its artistic, cultural and studio implications.
ARTH 480. Special Topics in Arts History (3). Study of a special problem in the history of art from antiquity to modern times,
such as the individual artist, genre, theme, artistic movement or museum studies. Prerequisites: ARTH 175 or 176 or permission of
instructor. Notes: Offered fall, spring and summer.
Course Goals:
To offer students the opportunity to investigate in greater depth a special problem in the history of Western art from antiquity to
modern times.
ARTH 483. Special Topics in Non-Western Art (3). Specialized study in one or more of the following: The visual arts of Africa,
Oceania, the Americas, Japan, China, India, or any other non-Western culture. Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the visual arts of one or more non-Western cultures.
2. To gain an understanding of a variety of cultures and belief systems in non-Western cultures.
3. To appreciate the importance of historical, social, and cultural contexts when learning about non-Western cultures.
ARTH 484. Special Topics in Non-Western Art (3). Specialized study in one or more of the following: The visual arts of Africa,
Oceania, the Americas, Japan, China, India, or any other non-Western culture.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the visual arts of one or more non-Western cultures.
2. To gain an understanding of a variety of cultures and belief systems in non-Western cultures.
3. To appreciate the importance of historical, social, and cultural contexts when learning about non-Western cultures.
ARTH 485. Special Topics in Non-Western Art (3). Specialized study in one or more of the following: The visual arts of Africa,
Oceania, the Americas, Japan, China, India, or any other non-Western culture.
Course Goals:
1. To expose students to the visual arts of one or more non-Western cultures.
2. To gain an understanding of a variety of cultures and belief systems in non-Western cultures.
3. To appreciate the importance of historical, social, and cultural contexts when learning about non-Western cultures.
ARTS 532. Sculpture V (3:7). Development of design and technical skills in the student's specific area of interest. Prerequisite:
ARTS 433. Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the
Department of Fine Arts. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.00.
Course Goals:
1. Students will begin to develop a portfolio of sculpture derived from personal ideas and interests.
2. Students will be expected to document their work digitally and present it at the end of semester for evaluation.
3. Students will learn to develop advanced ideas for sculptures through drawing and specific research that relate to their personal
ideas.
ARTS 533. Sculpture VI (3:7). The conception and production of a unified professional body of work appropriate to a one-artist
exhibition of sculpture. Prerequisite: Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission
of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. ARTS 532 or Permission of instructor. Notes: Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee:
$100.00.
Course Goals:
Students will learn how to develop and produce a unified body of sculptural work that reflects their personal line of creative research.
ARTS 536. Advanced Printmaking (3:7). Advanced study in printmaking media with a concentration of image formulation through
advanced techniques, multi-color printing and experimental techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 437. All ARTS numbered above 375
have a prerequisite of junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of
the Department of Fine Arts. Notes: Can be taken for a maximum of six semester hour. Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
- Continue to develop printmaking skills established in intermediate printmaking.
- Expand on the vocabulary associated with chosen printmaking discipline.
- Gain confidence in the use of tools and techniques used in an advanced printmaking format.
- To adopt standards of printmaking craftsmanship and presentation.
- Expand on constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation.
- Produce quality print editions that utilize advanced and experimental techniques in a personal artistic direction
- To develop oral communication skills.
ARTS 542. Painting V (3:7). A continuation of the study of painting to develop professional, painterly skills through individual
expression. Prerequisite: ARTS 443. Notes: Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or
permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $50.00.
Course Goals:
1.Continuing Observational Skills. Allow us to see the world differently, experience it differently, and think about it differently.
2.Materials & Techniques. Understanding and using the material and formal elements.
3. Ideas & Content. The connection between ideas and matter –how we arrive at meaning and poetry in and
through the materials and processes.
4. Creative Practice. Idea generating and problem solving. Acquiring a working understanding of a wide range of starting
points and conceptual frameworks in painting.
5. Context. Understanding contemporary and historical issues in the field of painting.
6. Critical Thinking & Communication Skills. Developing critical thinking, observational, and communication skills in
relation to making, discussing, and writing.
7. Professional Practice Skills. Documenting work, writing artist statements and proposals.
ARTS 543. Painting VI (3:7). Advanced study in painting directed toward the creation of a body of advanced level work.
Prerequisite: ARTS 542. Notes: Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission of
the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. Offered in fall, spring. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
1.Continuing Observational Skills. Allow us to see the world differently, experience it differently, and think about it differently.
2.Materials & Techniques. Understanding and using the material and formal elements.
3. Ideas & Content. The connection between ideas and matter –how we arrive at meaning and poetry in and
through the materials and processes.
4. Creative Practice. Idea generating and problem solving. Acquiring a working understanding of a wide range of starting
points and conceptual frameworks in painting.
5. Context. Understanding contemporary and historical issues in the field of painting.
6. Critical Thinking & Communication Skills. Developing critical thinking, observational, and communication skills in
relation to making, discussing, and writing.
7. Professional Practice Skills. Documenting work, writing artist statements and proposals.
ARTS 551. Ceramics V (3:7). Advanced study to develop a personal approach to the ceramic object. Exploration of glaze
calculation and application. Prerequisite: ARTS 452. Notes: Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization
portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. Offered in fall, spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
Goal 1) Researching and evaluating the options in solving studio problems.
Goal 2) Working in series to achieve growth in studio work.
Goal 3) Organization and time management to generate a project and complete it by a specified date.
Goal 4) Understanding the personal, technical, and aesthetic demands of working as an artist.
Goal 5) Finish the semester with a body of related works that demonstrate personal direction and evolution of an idea.
Goal 6) Photographic documentation.
ARTS 552. Ceramics VI (3:7). Advanced work in ceramics culminating in the production of a body of work of professional
standard. Study of kiln construction and portfolio photographic documentation. Prerequisite: ARTS 551. Notes: Junior status and
the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. Offered in
fall, spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Goal 1) Researching and evaluating the options in solving studio problems.
Goal 2) Working in series to achieve growth in studio work.
Goal 3) Organization and time management to generate a project and complete it by a specified date.
Goal 4) Understanding the personal, technical, and aesthetic demands of working as an artist.
Goal 5) Finishing the semester with a body of related works that demonstrate personal direction and evolution of an idea.
Goal 6) Photographic Documentation.
ARTS 555. Jewelry and Metals V (3:7). Expands the general techniques of ARTS 456 with emphasis on experimentation and
development of personal style. Prerequisites: ARTS 456 or permission of chair, Department of Fine Arts. Notes: Junior status and
the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. Offered in
fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.00.
Course Goals:
1. Guided exploration of metalsmithing and jewelry as a means of personal aesthetic expression through independent personal
research and experimentation with techniques, materials, and concept.
2. Utilize advanced design and research skills to execute refined ideas with underlying conceptual framework demonstrating a
cohesive body of work.
3. Actively contribute to classroom discussions utilizing critical analysis and continued study of historical and contemporary
practices of studio-based crafts.
4. Document and share artwork and creative process through photographs and online media.
5. Involvement local or national metalsmithing and jewelry organizations. Exhibit work locally; begin exhibiting work nationally.
ARTS 556. Jewelry and Metals VI (3:7). Continuation of ARTS 555; emphasis on experimentation and development of personal
style, a senior exhibition, and an online portfolio. Prerequisites: ARTS 555 or permission of chair, Department of Fine Arts. Notes:
Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine
Arts. Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $100.00.
Course Goals:
1. Guided exploration of metalsmithing and jewelry as a means of personal aesthetic expression through independent personal
research and experimentation with techniques, materials, and concept.
2. Utilize advanced design and research skills to execute a cohesive body of work.
3. Actively contribute to classroom discussions utilizing critical analysis and continued study of historical and contemporary
practices of studio-based crafts.
4. Document and share artwork and creative process through photographs and online media. Create personal website.
5. Involvement local or national metalsmithing and jewelry organizations. Build exhibition record by exhibiting work locally and
nationally.
ARTS 558. Advanced Digital Modeling (3:7). Improves and expands knowledge and skill in computer-aided design and rapid
prototyping technologies. Expands the general techniques of ARTS 458 with emphasis on experimentation, post-processing, and
development of personal style. Prerequisites: Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or
permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. ARTS 458 or permission of chair, Department of Fine Arts. Lab fee: $80.00
Course Goals:
1. To acquire a technical proficiency and advanced knowledge in computer-aided design and rapid prototyping technologies
applicable to your creative interests.
2. Ability to independently utilize computer lab, personal studio, and CAD/CAM outsource resources to create samples, complete
post-processing, and execute refined ideas.
3. Present project ideas through presentations that demonstrate extensive, design/manufacturing processes, and other relevant
data
4. Provide critical analysis within the design process and in group discussions that pulls from personal research and
experimentation.
5. Demonstrate technical skill and creativity.
6. Continued exposure to contemporary practices of digital fabrication within studio art.
7. Utilize local resources to have files executed; understanding of file preparation and request for quote processes.
ARTS 584/585. Special Topics in Art (3). Extends individual opportunities in studio art beyond existing departmental curriculum
limits. Prerequisites: Permission of chair, Department of Fine Arts. Notes: Junior status and the successful completion of the
specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. Offered in fall, spring and summer. May
be retaken for additional credit. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
This course provides an opportunity for a student to take a more comprehensive look at advanced techniques used in photographic
projects. The projects are related strengthening the development of a professional commercial or fine art portfolio.
ARTS 500. Senior Studio Seminar (3:7). An in-depth investigation with critical readings, discussions, presentations and analysis
including the development of a capstone exhibition and an individual website that documents the student's work. Prerequisites:
ARTS 490. Co-Requisite: ARTT 400. Notes: Required of BFA Students. Lab fee: S60.00.
Course Goals:
1) To communicate clearly and effectively in standard English;
2) to use critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a variety of research methods;
3) to understand aesthetic values, the creative process, and the interconnectedness of the arts and
4) to provide a capstone experience via an exhibition, presentation and exit level website.
ARTS 501. Senior Project Seminar (3:7). An in-depth investigation with critical readings, discussions, presentations and analysis
including the development of a capstone project and an individual website that documents the student's work. Co-requisites:
ARTT401. Notes: Required of BA in Arts majors. Lab fee $60.00.
Course Goals:
1. To communicate clearly and effectively in standard English;
2. to use critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a variety of research methods;
3. to understand aesthetic values, the creative process, and the interconnectedness of the arts and
4. to provide a capstone experience via an exhibition, presentation and exit level website.
ARTS 536. Advanced study in printmaking media with a concentration of image formulation through advanced techniques, multicolor printing and experimental techniques. Prerequisites: Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio
review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. ARTS 437. Notes: Can be taken for a maximum of six semester
hour. Offered in fall and spring. Lab Fee: $75.
Course Goals:
1. Continue to develop printmaking skills established in intermediate printmaking.
2. Expand on the vocabulary associated with chosen printmaking discipline.
3. Gain confidence in the use of tools and techniques used in an advanced printmaking format.
4. To adopt standards of printmaking craftsmanship and presentation.
5. Expand on constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation.
6. Produce quality print editions that utilize advanced and experimental techniques in a personal artistic direction
7. To develop oral communication skills.
ARTS 573. Photography Thesis Project (3:1:6). Designed for juniors, this course provides an opportunity to investigate a single
topic of personal interest. By working closely with the instructor, the student's project is devised, executed, and in the process a
conceptual framework is developed. The student will learn how to write an artist's statement to accompany the project. Prerequisites:
Junior status and the successful completion of the specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine
Arts. ARTS 473, 474 and ARTS 472 or 475. Notes: Offered in fall. Lab Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
1. This course will provide an opportunity for the student to develop a project that is of personal interest, in a style that suits their
intended career within either fine arts photography or commercial practice.
2. The course will encourage experimentation of a single concept.
ARTS 574. Photography Thesis Exhibition (3:0:7). This course is dedicated to the production of a project for a one-person
exhibition, which the student installs at the end of the semester. Building on the experience of ARTS 573, the student investigates a
single topic, which may be a new project, a continuation of the earlier project, or a refined version of it. The exhibition (typically 1215 pieces of work) is accompanied by a written artist's statement. Prerequisites: Junior status and the successful completion of the
specialization portfolio review or permission of the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. ARTS 573. Notes: Offered in spring. Lab
Fee: $50.
Course Goals:
1. This course will provide an opportunity for the student to develop a project that is of personal interest, in a style that suits their
intended career within either fine arts photography or commercial practice.
2. The course will encourage experimentation of a single concept.
3. The course will culminate in a joint exhibition that includes the other students in this course.