Art Department Student Learning Outcomes 2010/ 2011
Submitted by Phyllis Kloda, Chair Department of Art
Overall Departmental SLO:
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Clarity of content
Mastery of application of formal elements and principles of design
Evidence of development of individual visual language
Technical ability and proficiency/ craftsmanship
Indication of research methods
Art History Overall SLO:
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Acquire knowledge about the fundamental principles of stylistic analysis.
Master major art historical facts and terminology.
Build an awareness of the approach and methodology of art history as a
discipline.
Gain an understanding of the time frame of historical events that shaped art
production.
Acquire competence in the historical, social and political contexts in which art
was made.
Develop critical thinking and writing skills.
Form the abilities needed to engage in critical art historical research.
Achieve an appreciation of aesthetic qualities of art from cultures different from
our own.
Two- Dimensional and Three-Dimensional Design SLO:
Upon satisfactory completion of Art 210 the student should exhibit the following
competencies:
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Recognize and describe elements and principles of 2D design using the language of
the discipline.
Analyze and respond critically to the 2D image in group and individual critiques.
Use design elements and principles to create unified 2D compositions.
Engage in problem-finding and problem-solving methodologies. This includes
developing skill with the process of idea development via “writing around an idea”
and the maintenance of a sketchbook.
Incorporate technical information and skills into the expression of ideas.
Develop presentation and craftsmanship skills.
Use historic and contemporary references in idea development.
Begin to manipulate and control color usage and application.
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Use ideas to transform materials/media into a meaningful visual statement.
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Upon satisfactory completion of Art 212 the student should exhibit the following
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The ability to compose and build forms in three dimensions
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To learn how to take abstract thoughts to a drawing and/or model stage to a complete threedimensional expression
To obtain an understanding of some simple construction processes
To gain knowledge of relevant terminology and familiarity with some contemporary uses of
three-dimensional design
To develop a sense of craftsmanship
ART 221 Drawing I:
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Drawing SLO:
Learn the process of visual artistic observation
Learn to manipulate various drawing tools
Be conversant in the formal elements of drawing
Develop a sketchbook that investigates the various tools and techniques of drawing
Learn compositional techniques
Participate in the discourse of drawing through discussions and critiques
Will be competent in the following practices: gesture, shape, space, volume, plane,
value line, texture, color, thematic development
ART 322 Drawing II, ART 423 Drawing III and ART 424 Advanced
Problems in Drawing:
The successful students of DRAWING II will:
 learn the process of visual artistic observation of the figure.
 learn to better manipulate various drawing tools.
 be conversant in the formal elements of drawing.
 use a sketchbook to investigate various tools and techniques of drawing and to
observe the figure.
 learn to better utilize compositional techniques.
 participate in the discourse of drawing through presentations and critiques.
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show competency in the following practices: gesture, contour, shape, space, volume,
plane, value line, texture, color, and the mixing of media.
The successful students of DRAWING III will
 Work to fulfill the artistic goals of Drawing as a methodology.
 Further develop the use of various drawing tools and techniques.
 Be conversant in their research processes and in the formal elements of drawing.
 Use a sketchbook and preliminary drawings to investigate concepts and
compositions.
 Actively participate in the discourse of drawing through presentations and critiques.
 Exhibit competency in the presenting their work and ideas.
The successful students of ADV. DRAWING will:
 work to fulfill the artistic goals of Drawing as a methodology .
 further develop the use of various drawing tools and techniques.
 be conversant in their research processes and in the formal elements of drawing.
 use a sketchbook and preliminary drawings to investigate concepts and
compositions.
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actively participate in the discourse of drawing through presentations and critiques.
exhibit confidence and competency in the presenting their work and ideas.
Ceramics SLO:
ART 371 Handbuilding and ART 372 Wheelthrowing II:
 Demonstrate proficiency with basic handbuilding or wheel throwing
techniques.
 Learn how to make a clay body and a glaze.
 Development and integration of the elements and principles of design.
 Become familiar with traditional (slips, glazes) and non-traditional surface
techniques (paints, stains, etc.)
 Learn and correctly use appropriate terminology used in ceramics.
 Broaden knowledge of contemporary, historical, and cultural ceramic works
of art.
 Develop the ability to discuss, analyze and evaluate own work and that of
peers in a group critique format.
ART 473 Ceramics III and ART 474 Advanced Problems in Ceramics:
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Exhibit a deeper investigation of individual content supported by the use of
appropriate construction techniques, forms and surface treatments, which
culminate in a cohesive body of work.
Continue to apply and refine technical skills and design concepts.
Expand knowledge of construction and firing techniques.
Continue to expand awareness of historical and contemporary ceramics
through research.
Learn to correctly load and fire electric and gas kilns.
Gain experience in the process of entering a juried exhibition.
Printmaking SLO:
ART 351 Printmaking I:
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Expand upon the process of visual artistic observation
learn to manipulate various processes and tools
development of ideas through group collaboration
participate through discussions and critiques
Learn professional presentation of prints on paper
Learn and practice good citizenship in and out of the classroom.
By the end of the semester students will gain additional understanding of the
printmaking process.
Growth and development will be evident in a portfolio of prints which are cohesive
in thought and execution.
Additional advanced techniques and applications will be apparent in work created
throughout the semester.
Methods SLO:
ART 417 Methods in Teaching Art:
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Write about and discuss artworks through description, analysis, and interpretation.
Expand awareness of formal design issues through the study and utilization of the
elements and principles of design in discussions and projects.
Understand the stages of development in children’s art.
Experiment with a variety of media and materials utilized in the teaching of elementary
art.
Make aesthetic judgments concerning artworks through art critical strategies.
Develop an understanding of the visual arts as related to various styles and forms in
intercultural and interdisciplinary contexts.
Create a DBAE lesson plan that incorporates appropriate methods of instruction and
assessment with an understanding of the stages of development in children’s art.
Painting SLO:
ART 341 Painting I, ART 342 Painting II, ART 443 Painting III and ART 444
Advanced Problems in Painting:
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Gain further experience of painting techniques
Further explore the formal issues, context, meaning, and technical problems of both
contemporary paintings and paintings from the past
To study paintings by other artists in order to make the transition from having a
teacher/critic to being your own teacher and critic
Discuss artistic influence as it relates to the students work and growth
To learn further how to keep paintings “open” for change, revisions, risks, mistakes,
and mid-painting revelations
To practice and discuss how form and content work together
To begin the process of developing a personal series of paintings
Meaningfully analyze paintings in verbal critiques and written evaluations
Visual Art Experience SLO:
ART 101 Visual Art Experience:
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This course is intended to expose students to fundamental applications of visual arts
and explore how we use and understand images.
Both two-dimensional and three dimensional design projects will be executed
through a series of assignments, readings, written assignments and videos.
Through studio exercises and in-class lectures this class will provide an
understanding of visual imagery, art and the artist’s practice of making.
ART 110 Art and Artists:
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Art and Artists SLO:
The Creative Process: Explore and demonstrate understanding of the artistic
process including perception, creativity, and the relationship between form and
content in visual art
Design Elements & Principles: Identify visual elements (line, shape, mass, space,
time, motion, color, texture) and design principles (balance, unity and variety,
emphasis, directional forces, contrast, repetition and rhythm, scale and proportion)
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Artistic Forms: Identify and explore the various art forms, with general
understanding of how things were done and why.
Critical Thinking: Demonstrate critical thinking in the above objectives through
class discussion, exams and written papers
Sculpture SLO:
ART 361 Sculpture I, ART 362 Sculpture II , ART Sculpture III and ART:
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Students will become familiar with the conceptual, technical, and visual vocabulary of
sculpture well enough to create dimensional works of artistic merit and personal
expression.
Students will develop technical skills with a variety of materials and techniques.
Student will gain understanding of sculptural concepts through thematic assignments and
presentations.
Students will make the distinction between technique and idea in sculpture
Students will learn how materials are used to express concepts through hands-on
experimentation and class demonstrations that exploit and discuss the inherent properties
of materials.
Students will increase their knowledge/appreciation of sculpture through exposure to a
variety of examples from art history and contemporary art through lectures/presentations
and independent research.
ART 331 Photography I:
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Photography SLO:
To be familiar with the operations of the camera and light meter in order to employ
the operations in an educated manner in order to get the desired image.
To be able to make correct exposures and process black and white film.
To be able to make technically sound enlargements from black and white negatives.
To view the world with the camera in a way that produces an image that extends
beyond the typical ‘snapshot’.
The students demonstrate the ability to analyze and respond critically to the
photographic image.
The students demonstrate aesthetic, conceptual and physical understanding of the
photographic art making process in general.
ART 332 Photography II, ART 433 Photography III and ART 434 Advanced
Problems in Photography
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Drawing from previous skills and knowledge gained in the Photography I courses
students demonstrate advanced camera and darkroom techniques.
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Develop and demonstrate a greater understanding of black and white film, papers,
and the effects that different types of developers have on those materials in order to
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make better decisions of what is the best combination of film, developer, paper.
Demonstrate the use technical photographic processes as a means of personal
communication.
Refine the formal aspects of work by demonstrating the relationship between form
and content and concentrating on the conceptual grounding which better articulate
ideas.