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Course Syllabus
Art History I
ARTS 1303
Semester with Course Reference
Number (CRN)
2011 Fall
Instructor contact information (phone
number and email address)
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Office Location and Hours
See course announcements
Course Location/Times
Online in Blackboard
Course Semester Credit Hours (SCH)
(lecture, lab) If applicable
Credit Hours
3.00
Lecture Hours
3.00
Laboratory Hours 0
Total Course Contact Hours
48
Continuing Education Units (CEU): if
applicable
N/A
Course Length (number of weeks)
16 weeks
Type of Instruction
Lecture
Methods of instruction may include: lectures, readings
(from textbooks, peer-reviewed articles, books and
original source seminal texts), slide presentations,
video/film presentations, art demonstrations, and inclass critiques.
Course Description:
This course is an examination of painting, sculpture,
architecture and related arts covering the Paleolithic
through Gothic periods. Also covered is the art of nonwestern cultures. This course satisfies the cross-
cultural component. Core Curriculum course
Course Prerequisite(s)
PREREQUISITE(S):
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Academic Discipline/CTE Program
Learning Outcomes
Must be placed into college-level reading and
college-level writing.
1. (level 1, knowledge) Graduates will recognize the
importance of integrity, accountability, artistic freedom
and open-mindedness in their individual artistic
production and in wide-ranging shared civic
responsibility. (Adapted from HCC Values Statement.)
Will care about doing honorable work Respect
themselves and others Be true to themselves. Be
honest with themselves. Contribute to society. Love of
learning Open-mindedness Display and promote their
artwork.
2. (level 3, application) Graduates are prepared for life
and work in a global and technological society.
(Adapted from HCC Mission Statement.) Able to
continue into a 4 year B.F.A. program Live as a
creative professional or use education in other
profession Problem solving Display and promote their
artwork.
3. (level 4, analysis) Graduates will demonstrate
competence in basic art studio skills and/or art history
knowledge. (Adapted from the National Association of
Schools of Art – NASAD guidelines.) Safety and
proficiency of tools, techniques and materials
Presentation/Preparation of exhibitions and portfolios
Artistic success is the result of practice and repetition.
Artistic terminology Drawing fundamentals (figure,
landscape, still life, abstract, etc.) Small things,
ordinary things matter.
4. (level 5, synthesis) Graduates will relate knowledge,
skills, discipline and responsibility to successfully live
and work after graduation. (Adapted from HCC art
faculty and others.) Artistic skill Communication skills
(speaking and writing) Literacy skills Display and
promote their artwork. Intellectual ability Small things,
ordinary things matter. Teamwork and dealing with
colleagues No corner cutting Creativity Innovation
Having gained the basic skills that will enable them to
do the things they most value Persistence Courage to
try new things, to operate outside their comfort zone
Interpersonal skills Business, promotional,
professional and entrepreneurial skills
5. (level 6, evaluation; level 5, synthesis) Graduates
can evaluate and relate art theories, elements,
principles and styles in practical, day-to-day artistic
experiences in their own work and in the wider
contemporary world. (Adapted from the National
Association of Schools of Art - NASAD guidelines.)
Formal elements and principles of design Drawing
skills Design and Composition skills Live as a creative
professional Know when to change direction or tactics
Self-evaluation A sense of lasting or sustained
understanding Creativity and concept development
Love of learning
6. (level 6, evaluation) Graduates will relate the high
ethical and professional standards of their faculty to
their own experience. (Adapted from HCC art faculty
and others.) Opposed to plagiarism Copyrights Honor
and fulfill commitments Keeping one’s word Having
the ability to apologize after errors or misdeeds. No
corner cutting Respecting others and respecting the
property of others Small things, ordinary things,
matter. Display and promote their artwork. Sticking up
for oneself and others Value self-learning. Value
lifelong learning and development. Value experience
with faculty. Value collaboration with peers and
classmates. Goal setting and attainment Display and
promote their artwork. Value involvement with
educational activities. Ability to make sacrifices for
long-term goals Distinguish true success as the
satisfaction of having done one’s best
Course Student Learning Outcomes
(SLO): 4 to 7
1. (Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of
the selected cultures and period styles.
2. (Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each of
the selected cultures and period styles.
3. (Level 4) Examine the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture and other arts from Prehistoric
to Late Gothic time.
4. (Level 6) Appraise the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture, other arts and period styles
from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
Learning Objectives (Numbering system
should be linked to SLO - e.g., 1.1, 1.2,
1.3, etc.)
(Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of
the selected cultures and period styles.
1. Recognize formal elements in selected artworks of
each of the selected cultures and period styles.
2. Recognize principles of design in selected artworks
of each of the selected cultures and period styles.
3. Identify artistic themes of each of the selected
cultures and period styles.
4. Describe the artistic roles of each of the selected
cultures and period styles.
5. Know the artistic representation of artworks of each
of the selected cultures and period styles.
(Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each
of the selected cultures and period styles.
1. Articulate the stylistic characteristics of various
cultures.
2. Categorize the period styles from Late Gothic to
present time.
3. Compare and contrast the formal elements of
selected artworks.
4. Compare and contrast the principles of design of
selected period styles.
5. Interpret the iconography of selected artworks.
(Level 4) Examine the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture and other arts from
Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
1. Identify period styles of selected artworks.
2. Differentiate period styles of selected artworks.
3. Establish stylistic characteristics of art and design
from the various cultures and period styles included in
the course.
4. Integrate the function of selected artworks in their
historical context.
(Level 6) Appraise the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture, other arts and period
styles from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
1. Summarize the period styles of selected artworks.
2. Interpret content in selected artworks.
3. Hypothesize the iconographical intent of the artist
and/or producing culture of selected artworks.
4. Evaluate the formal elements and principles of
design.
5. Judge the artistic merits of selected artworks.
SCANS and/or Core Curriculum
Competencies: If applicable
Instructional Methods
Online
Student Assignments
(Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of
the selected cultures and period styles.
No assignments selected for this outcome
(Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each
of the selected cultures and period styles.
No assignments selected for this outcome
(Level 4) Examine the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture and other arts from
Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
No assignments selected for this outcome
(Level 6) Appraise the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture, other arts and period
styles from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
No assignments selected for this outcome
Student Assessment(s)
(Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of
the selected cultures and period styles.
No assessments selected for this outcome
(Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each
of the selected cultures and period styles.
No assessments selected for this outcome
(Level 4) Examine the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture and other arts from
Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
No assessments selected for this outcome
(Level 6) Appraise the function of painting,
sculpture, architecture, other arts and period
styles from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
No assessments selected for this outcome
Instructor's Requirements
Please see the Calendar tab and Course Content
tab for detailed information regarding topics,
assignments, projects, exams and other
requirements for the semester.
Program/Discipline Requirements: If
applicable
Course Purpose
This survey course introduces the visual arts and
explains the role they have played in history using
examples of sculpture, painting, architecture, and craft
art. Art History I examines the period from about
28000 BCE to 1400 CE including non-Western and
tribal cultures.
Description of Course Content
The course surveys major western art historical
movements form prehistoric times up to the Late
Gothic period as well as art of non-Western cultures.
Major areas of study include: the Birth of Art, Ancient
Near Eastern Art, Egyptian Art, Aegean Art, Greek Art,
Etruscan Art, Roman Art, Early Christian Art,
Byzantine Art, Islamic Art, Early Medieval Art in the
West, Romanesque Art, Gothic Art, the Art of Indian
Asia, the Art of China and Korea, the Art of Japan, the
Native Arts of the Americas and Oceania, and the
Arts of Africa. The course includes lectures, readings,
slide presentations, class discussions, and written
assignments regarding the art and concepts essential
to its understanding and analysis.
HCC Grading Scale
A = 100- 90
B = 89 - 80:
C = 79 - 70:
D = 69 - 60:
59 and below = F
4 points per semester hour
3 points per semester hour
2 points per semester hour
1 point per semester hour
0 points per semester hour
IP (In Progress)
0 points per semester hour
W(Withdrawn)
0 points per semester hour
I (Incomplete)
0 points per semester hour
AUD (Audit)
0 points per semester hour
IP (In Progress) is given only in certain developmental
courses. The student must re-enroll to receive credit.
COM (Completed) is given in non-credit and
continuing education courses. To compute grade point
average (GPA), divide the total grade points by the
total number of semester hours attempted. The grades
"IP," "COM" and "I" do not affect GPA.
Instructor Grading Criteria
Grading and Point Distribution:
The total number of points for this course equals
1200. All of your grades will be posted in the
electronic gradebook inside of Blackboard. Look for
newly posted grades in "MyGrades".
Each of the first three units contains the same tasksChapter Test A & B on the first chapter of the unit, a
peer discussion assignment (Discussion), a Timed
Test, and a museum (or cathedral) project. Unit four is
the final exam.
Unit 1 (chapters 1-5)
Chapter 1 Test = 100 pts
Peer Discussion = 33 pts
Timed Test = 100 pts
Museum Project = 100 pts
Unit 2 (chapters 6-11)
Chapter 6 Test = 100 pts
Peer Discussion = 33 pts
Timed Test = 100 pts
Museum Project = 100 pts
Unit 3 (chapters 12-16)
Chapter 12 Test = 100 pts
Peer Discussion = 34 pts
Timed Test = 100 pts
Museum Project = 100 pts
Unit 4
Final Exam = 200 pts
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Missed Timed Test Policy:
If you miss a Timed Test (worth 100 pts), 1/2 the
points from your Final Exam will be counted to make
up for it. This will only be done for one missed Timed
Test. Since the final is worth 200 points and the other
tests are worth 100 points, the grade for the final will
be divided by two before it is substituted for the
missing Timed Test.
Instructional Materials
Required: Stokstad, Marilyn and Cothren, Michael. 'Art
History', 4th edition, Volume I
It is recommended you buy your text from an HCCS
bookstore (if you haven’t obtained your textbook
already based on the orientation information) because
of the delay of time when using an online retailer.
Even just a couple of days without your text will put
you behind in the course.
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Alief 832-351-3415
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