DEPARTMENT OF FINE AND APPLIED ARTS
FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
LADOKE AKINTOLA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
OGBOMOSO, NIGERIA
CURRICULUM
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GENERAL BACKGROUND
History
The Department was established in the Faculty of Environmental Sciences in 1992. The first set of
students for the maiden programme of the Department, the Bachelor of Technology (Honours) degree in
Fine and Applied Arts, were admitted in the 1992/93 session. The M.A., M.Phil and PhD programmes
were commenced in the 1996/97 session. The M.Tech., M.Phil and PhD programmes were commenced
in 2002.
Mission and Relevance
The Department is to serve as agency for artistic, cultural, technological and industrial development
through research and modernization of indigenous art concepts and technology in relation to social,
economic and cultural realities of the world; and to educate students with adequate academic
background integrated with sufficient technological training necessary for the challenges of
environmental development as well as management of cultural and industrial matters. Emphasis is
placed on identification of problems and opportunities, innovation and invention; effective and efficient
utilization of production resources; and self-reliance.
The objectives of the Department are:
 Establishing effective facilities for studies in Fine and Applied Arts.

Undertaking research in the various branches of Fine and Applied Arts.

Nurturing an awareness of the richness of African culture vis-a-vis the global dimensions of art,
as well as developing skills in the invention and manufacturing of locally sourced art materials
and equipment.

Training artists for skills to undertake practice professionally and to undertake the study of
cultural, historical, scientific, technological and industrial problems and evolve solutions
through art and its theoretical techniques.

Giving instructions in Fine and Applied Arts to those who require it in some other programmes
of study in the University.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (B. TECH) DEGREE
IN FINE AND APPLIED ARTS
Philosophy
The Visual Arts (pictorial and plastic) was originally conceived as being purely in the humanities and to
train the individual to acquire artistic skills in Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Ceramic, Graphic Design
and Textile Design. But the relationship which now exists between the visual arts and the sciences and
technology as well as the constant cultural fluxes make it mandatory for Fine and Applied and Arts to
be treated as an integral part of the whole cultural system. For the full potentials of the Visual Arts as a
cultural catalyst to be realized, it should be taught to produce artists with sound artistic and
technological skills so as to influence cultural development not only through the humanities but also
through science and technology.
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Objectives
The objectives of the programme are:
 providing students with sound academic training in studio practice, theory and history of the arts
through an integrated and comprehensive technological approach;

nurturing in the students, an awareness of the richness of African culture and the global
dimensions of art; and

producing graduates, who will make necessary positive impacts as artists and designers,
instructors of art, art critics and historians, for institutions dealing with cultural matters and the
society at large.
Admission Requirements
Admission to Part I/100 Level: Admission to the first year is through the Joint Admissions and
Matriculation Board’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The prospective candidate
must have a minimum of 5 credits passed at not more than two sittings at the Senior Secondary School
Certificate level or its equivalent. Subjects must include English Language, Fine art/Visual Art,
Mathematics and any two science subjects. The UTME subjects must include English and Fine Arts,
and any other two subjects.
Admission to part II/200 Level (Direct entry): Candidate for Direct Entry must have good passes at the
GCE A/L, ND, NCE and HND or their equivalents provided he/she meets the minimum entry
requirements. In addition, the candidate for direct entry admission must submit a portfolio containing
samples of his/her works to the Head of the Department of Fine and Applied Arts at the time he/she is
returning the application forms to the Admissions office.
Transfer from other Universities: Candidate transferring from other universities may be considered for
admission to the appropriate level of the course, subject to satisfactory academic performance from
his/her former university. The candidate must in addition hold the minimum entry requirement.
Length of Programme
The duration of the programme is five years for UME candidates and four years for the direct entry
candidates. For the first one year, students are expected to offer the compulsory university courses.
During the second year, students are given an intensive and broad-based exposure to the major areas of
Fine and Applied Arts. The training is narrowed down to two areas of specialization in the third year
and the fourth year. Students also go for industrial attachment in the rain semester of the fourth year. In
the fifth year, students specialize in one of the following areas: Painting, Sculpture Ceramics, Graphic
design, and Textile design.
Degree Offered
Bachelor of Technology (honours) degree in Fine and Applied Arts.
Requirements for the Award of the Degree
To qualify for the award of the B.Tech. (Honours) degree, student must pass all the compulsory courses
and offer all the required and free elective courses. In addition, student must pass the total number of
credits required for graduation. A minimum of 185 course units for candidates admitted through UME
(Part I/100 Level), and 153 units for direct entry (Part II/200 Level) candidates must be passed.
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University Required Units:
Pure and Applied Sciences
General studies
Drawing
Computer Science and
Technology
Library study
Total
Mode of Admission
UTME (Part I/100 Level)
Direct Entry (Part II/200 Level)
38
38
12
12
2
2
1
1
0
53
0
53
DEPARTMENTAL REQUIRED UNITS:
Computer
Electives
*Art Theory
*Studio Practical
Total
Mode of Admission
UME (Part I/100 Level)
Direct Entry (Part II/200 Level)
4
4
10
10
34/36
28/30
84/82
58/56
132/132
100/100
* The 2 unit fluctuations are applicable to only Painting and Textile Design students who may take an
extra theory course in their areas of specialization.
Course Evaluation
Student must satisfactorily complete continuous assessment work in the form of assignment, project,
term paper, essay and test as at when due for all courses. The continuous assessment for studio work is
60% while that of art theory is 40% of the total mark obtainable. Student must also pass prescribed
examinations for each course at the end of each semester. A student should normally have 75%
attendance in whatever course(s) he/she registered for before he/she qualifies to sit for examinations in
such course(s).
Curriculum and Course Content
100 LEVEL
Harmattan Semester:
Course Code Course Title
BIO 101
General Biology
BIO 103
Experimental Biology
CHM 101
General Chemistry
CHM 103
Experimental Chemistry
FAA 101
Fundamentals of Drawing
GNS 101
Use of English I
LIB 101
Use of Library
MTH 101
Elementary Mathematics I
PHY 101
General Physics I
PHY 103
Experimental Physics I
Total
Pre-Req
4
L
2
0
3
0
0
2
1
4
3
0
16
T
1
0
1
0
1
0
0
1
1
0
7
P
0
3
0
3
3
0
0
0
0
3
12
Units
3
1
4
1
2
2
0
5
4
1
23
Rain Semester:
Course Code Course Title
BIO 102
General Biology II
BIO 104
Experimental Biology II
CHM 102
General Chemistry II
CHM 192
Experimental Chemistry II
CSE 100
Introduction to Computer Technology
GNS 102
Use of English II
GNS 104
Science and Technology In Africa through
the Ages
MTH 102
Elementary Mathematics II
PHY 102
General Physics II
PHY 104
Experimental Physics II
Total
200 LEVEL
Harmattan Semester:
Course Code Course Title
FAA 201
Basic Drawing I
FAA 211
Art Appreciation I
FAA 241
Two Dimensional Design
FAA 271
Three Dimensional Design
CSE 201
Computer Programming I
Electives (Engineering & Environmental
Sciences)
Total
Rain Semester:
Course Code Course Title
FAA 202
Basic Drawing II
FAA 212
Art Appreciation II
FAA 242
Painting
FAA 252
Graphic Design
FAA 262
Textile Design
FAA 272
Pottery
FAA 282
Sculpture
GNS 202
Logic and Philosophy
GNS 204
Science and Society
CSE 204
Introduction to Computer Application
Electives (Engineering & Environmental
Sciences)
Total
300 LEVEL
Harmattan Semester:
Course Code
Course Title
Compulsory Courses
FAA 301
Still Life Drawing
Pre-Req
BIO 101
BIO 103
CHM 101
CHM 103
GNS 101
PHY 101
PHY 103
Pre-Req
Pre-Req
FAA 201
FAA 211
Pre-Req
FAA 202
5
L
2
0
3
0
1
2
2
T
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
P
0
3
0
3
0
0
0
Units
3
1
4
1
1
2
2
4
3
0
17
1
1
0
4
0
0
3
9
5
4
1
24
L
0
2
0
0
0
T
1
1
3
3
0
P
3
0
6
6
6
Units
2
3
6
6
3
4
4
9
15
23
L
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
2
2
1
-
T
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
-
P
3
0
3
3
3
3
3
0
0
0
-
Units
2
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
3
8
7
18
23
L
0
T
1
P
3
Units
2
FAA 311
FAA 313
FAA 315
FAA 321
FAA 331
GNS 207
Western Art I
African Art
Oriental and Islamic Art
Introduction to Computer Art
African Crafts Techniques
Science in History: Bio-Historical
Approach
8 units from any two areas of
Specialization
Elective (Environmental Sciences)
Total
Areas of Specialization
Painting
FAA 341
Colour Theory
FAA 343
Painting Materials and Techniques
FAA 345
Figure Painting I
FAA 347
Drawing and Painting I
Graphic Design
FAA 351
Printmaking Techniques
FAA 353
Advertising Design I
FAA 355
Poster and Billboard Design
Textile Design
FAA 361
Woven Textile Design
FAA 363
Resist Dye Technique
FAA 365
Fabric Surface Design
Ceramics
FAA 371
Hand Built Pottery
FAA 373
Thrown Pottery
FAA 375
Ceramic Mosaic
Sculpture
FAA 381
Carving Techniques I
FAA 383
Figure Sculpture and Composition I
FAA 385
Sculpture Casting Processes
Rain Semester:
Course Code
Course Title
Compulsory Courses
FAA 302
Figure Drawing
FAA 312
Western Art II
FAA 314
African Architecture
FAA 316
Nigerian Peoples and Culture
FAA 322
Computer Art I
FAA 332
Form and Material Technology
8 Units from any two areas of
specialization
Elective (Environmental Science)
Total
2
2
2
1
0
2
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
6
0
2
2
2
2
2
2
-
-
-
8
-
-
-
2
24
FAA 242
FAA 252
FAA 262
FAA 272
FAA 282
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
Pre-Req
FAA 301
FAA 311
FAA 301
L
T
P
Units
0
2
2
2
0
0
-
1
0
0
0
0
1
-
3
0
0
0
3
3
-
2
2
2
2
2
2
8
-
-
-
2
22
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Areas of Specialization
Painting
FAA 342
FAA 344
FAA 346
FAA 348
FAA 352
FAA 354
FAA 356
FAA 362
FAA 364
FAA 366
FAA 372
FAA 374
FAA 376
FAA 382
FAA 384
FAA 386
Still Life Painting
Landscape Painting
Figure Painting II
Drawing and Painting II
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 361
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 373
FAA 375
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 381
FAA 383
FAA 385
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 345
Graphic Design
Book and Packaging Design
Advertising Design II
Illustration and Visualization
Textile Design
Weaving
Textile Printing Processes
Decorative Textile
Ceramics
Ceramics
Ceramic Composition
Wall Decorations
Sculpture
Carving Techniques II
Figure Sculpture and Composition II
Modeling and Casting
400 LEVEL
Harmattan Semester:
Course Code
Course Title
Compulsory Courses
FAA 401
Draughtsmanship
FAA 403
Outdoor Studies
FAA 411
Art and Society in Africa
FAA 421
Computer Art II
FAA 431
Form and Material Technology
8 units from any two areas of
specialization
Total
Areas of Specialization
Painting
FAA 441
Composition in Oil
FAA 443
Portraiture in Oil
FAA 445
Seminar in Painting
Graphic Design
FAA 451
Cartooning, Animation & Television
Graphics
FAA 453
Photography
FAA 455
Seminar in Graphics
Textile Design
FAA 461
Design Theory
7
FAA 353
Pre-Req
FAA 302
FAA 322
L
0
0
2
0
0
-
T
1
1
0
0
1
-
P
3
3
0
3
3
-
Units
2
2
2
2
2
8
18
FAA 342
FAA 346
0
0
1
1
1
1
3
3
0
2
2
2
0
1
3
2
0
1
1
1
3
0
2
2
1
1
0
2
FAA 463
FAA 465
FAA 471
FAA 473
FAA 475
FAA 481
FAA 483
FAA 485
Interior Decoration
Textile Technology
0
0
1
1
3
3
2
2
FAA 372
0
0
1
1
1
1
3
3
0
2
2
2
FAA 386
0
0
1
1
1
1
3
3
0
2
2
2
FAA 364
Ceramics
Ceramic Process and Technique
Glazing Techniques
Ceramic Theory
Sculpture
Welding Techniques
Portrait Sculpture
Theory of Sculpture
Rain Semester:
Course code Course Title
FES 400
Student Industrial Work Experience
Scheme
500 LEVEL
Harmattan Semester:
Course Code
Course Title
Compulsory Courses
FAA 501
Advanced Draughtsmanship I
FAA 511
Contemporary African Art
FAA 531
Advanced Form and Material Technology
FAA 591
Thesis
6 units from one area of specialization
Total
Areas of Specialization
Painting
FAA 541
Advanced Painting
FAA 543
Advanced Composition
FAA 545
Advanced Figure Painting
FAA 547
Scenography
Graphic Design
FAA 551
Advanced Advertising Design
FAA 553
Book Design & Production
FAA 555
Advanced Cartooning and Animation
Textile Design
FAA 561
Creative Fabric/Loom Weaving
FAA 563
Advanced Dyed Fabrics
FAA 565
Textile Organization and Management
FAA 567
Fashion Designing
Ceramics
FAA 571
Ceramic Glazes
FAA 573
Ceramic Technical Processes
FAA 575
Advanced Hand built Pottery
Sculpture
FAA 581
Metal Sculpture
8
Pre-Req
-
Pre-Req
FAA 401
FAA 431
L
-
T
-
P
-
Units
4
L
T
P
Units
0
2
0
0
-
2
0
1
4
-
3
0
3
0
-
2
2
2
4
6
16
FAA 441
FAA 346
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
FAA 352
FAA 354
FAA 451
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 362
FAA 363
0
0
2
0
1
1
0
1
3
3
0
3
2
2
2
2
FAA 471
FAA 371
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 481
0
1
3
2
FAA 583
FAA 585
Advanced Portrait Sculpture
Architectural Sculpture
FAA 483
Rain Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Compulsory Courses
FAA 502
Advanced Draughtsmanship II
FAA 522
Special Project in Computer Art
FAA 592
Thesis
6 units from one area of specialization
Total
Areas of Specialization
Painting
FAA 542
Advanced Portraiture in Oil
FAA 544
Mural Decoration
FAA 546
Special Project in Painting
Graphic Design
FAA 552
Advanced Printmaking
FAA 554
Advanced Photography
FAA 556
Special Project in Graphics
FAA 558
Advanced Product Advertising
Textile Design
FAA 562
Advanced Fabric Surface Design
FAA 564
Decorative Textile
FAA 566
Special Project in Textile Design and
Technology
FAA 568
Advanced Textile Technology
Ceramics
FAA 572
Ceramic Kiln and Firing Processes
FAA 574
Studio Problems in Ceramics
FAA 576
Special Project in Ceramics
Sculpture
FAA 582
Advanced Techniques of Sculpture
FAA 584
Assemblage
FAA 586
Special Project in Sculpture
Pre-Req
FAA 501
FAA 421
FAA 591
0
0
1
1
L
0
0
0
-
T
1
1
4
-
3
3
P
3
3
0
-
2
2
Units
2
2
4
6
14
FAA 433
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 351
FAA 453
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
FAA 363
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
FAA 465
0
1
3
2
0
0
0
1
1
1
3
3
3
2
2
2
0
0
0
2
2
1
4
4
3
2
2
2
FAA 416
Course Description
100 LEVEL
As in University Requirements for First Year (Part I/100 Level) Degree Courses
FAA 101 Fundamentals of Drawing
Definition of art, concepts and contents with emphasis on mechanical, industrial, engineering and other
technological functions of art. Development of visual literacy; studio exercises in the fundamental
concepts of drawing in the study of line, plane, form, space, perspective, value, texture, colour,
composition and technological drawing (2 units practical).
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200 LEVEL
FAA 201 Basic Drawing I
Fundamental concepts of drawing with emphasis on improving skills in visual literacy, accurate
observation in a variety of media and draughtsmanship (2 units practical).
FAA 202 Basic Drawing II
Continuation of FAA 201, with emphasis on improving skills in visual literacy, accurate observation
and draughtsmanship (2 units practical).
FAA 211 Art Appreciation I
Definition of art, terminologies, fundamentals of art, art classifications and values of works of art from
different cultures. Concept of originality and copyright issues (3 units theory).
FAA 212 Art Appreciation II
Examinations of works of art of different cultures of Europe, Oceania, Pre-Columbian America and the
Orients, Emphasis on the arts and crafts of the Nigerian communities (3 units theory).
FAA 241 Two Dimensional Design
Organisation of art concepts composed of introductory studio experiences in the basic principles of
visual structure. Introduction to lettering, poster design and printmaking. Exploration of basic
techniques of mosaic and printed fabrics surface design (6 units practical).
FAA 242 Painting
Development of painting skills in various media. Study and exploration of spatial description in colour
(2 units practical).
FAA 252 Graphic Design
Introduction to the problems of communication through the graphic art processes. Visualisation, layout,
illustration, constructed and scripted lettering, typefaces, etc. (2 units practical).
FAA 262 Textile Design
Exploration of various design techniques with emphasis on traditional African motifs for printed and
dyed fabrics (2 units practical).
FAA 271 Three Dimensional Design
Meaning. Ceramics stressed in form of craftsmanship and traditional pottery techniques and motifs.
Fundamental hand built techniques, mold making, coiling, slab methods, etc. Materials and methods of
sculpture. Experimentation with the plastic relationships existing between a variety of materials and the
expression of ideas in three-dimensional form (6 units practical).
FAA 272 Pottery
Studio work in indigenous and foreign methods of pot making (2 units practical).
FAA 282 Sculpture
Studio works in basic sculptural processes and plastic possibilities of various media. Projects may
include ceramic sculpture (2 units practical).
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300 LEVEL
FAA 301 Still Life Drawing
Studio works in drawing of still life to develop techniques of accurate observation and expression in
varied media (2 units practical).
FAA 302 Figure Drawing
Exploration of various drawing media and techniques for descriptive and accurate rendition of the
human body, working from live models (2 units practical).
FAA 311 Western Art I
A survey of art from the earliest time to the fifteenth century (the Renaissance period) (2 units theory).
FAA 312 Western Art II
A survey of art from the fifteenth century (the Renaissance period) through the present (2 units theory).
FAA 313 African Art
Ancient and indigenous artistic traditions of the pre-Islamic art of North Africa, Roman North Africa
and the sub-Saharan Africa (2 units theory).
FAA 314 African Architecture
A survey of indigenous architectural styles with emphasis on materials and techniques, forms and
functions, spatial content, development and transformation, iconography, iconology, historical and
socio-cultural significance (2 units theory).
FAA 315 Orient and Islamic Art
A survey of far and near Eastern Art and Architecture with emphasis on Buddhist, Hindu, Jain, Shinto
and Islamic traditions (2 units theory).
FAA 316 Nigeria Peoples and Culture
History and culture of notable Nigerian ethnic groups with emphasis on their settlement patterns and
cultural uniqueness (2 units theory).
FAA 321 Introduction to Computer Art
Introduction to basic components of a computing system. History, creative potentials, and application to
Visual Arts. Potentials and limitations of various softwares for artistic purposes (2 units theory).
FAA 322 Computer Art I
Exploration of various computer soft and hard wares for arts: Paintbrush, Photoshop, Mac-Draw, MacPaint, Page Maker, Microsoft Office, Corel Draw, Macromedia Freehand, etc (2 units practical).
FAA 331 African Crafts Techniques
Introduction to various indigenous methods of arts and crafts such as fibre manipulation, wood carving,
weaving, textile production, metal works, bead and glass works, etc (2 units practical).
FAA 341 Colour Theory
Studies in and on colour derivations, colour nature and colour values; techniques of transparent and
opaque paints and colour applications (2 units theory).
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FAA 342 Still Life Painting
Painting of still life compositions with emphasis on shapes, tones, rhythm and spatial organization (2
units practical).
FAA 343 Painting Materials and Techniques
Familiarity with different painting media, nature and techniques of application (2 units practical).
FAA 344 Landscape Painting
Environmental studies and painting with emphasis on colour, moods, tonality and depth (2 units
practical).
FAA 345 Figure Painting I
Accurate studies of human figure in various poses, moods using various painting techniques and
materials (2 units practical).
FAA 346 Figure Painting II
Detailed anatomical studies of human figure in various poses and moods. A continuation of FAA 345 (2
units practical).
FAA 347 Drawing and Painting I
Exploration of linear forms and techniques, colour, tonality, texture and value organizations in artistic
expression. Emphasis should be placed on the representation of architectural elevation and landscape
and a few exercises in mural decoration (2 units practical).
FAA 348 Drawing and Painting II
A continuation of FAA 347 with emphasis on improving skills in neatness of artistic presentation and
framing (2 units practical).
FAA 351 Printmaking Techniques
Experimental studio work in the basic concepts of printmaking and demonstration in relief, intaglio,
lithography, serigraphy and mixed media techniques (2 units practical).
FAA 352 Book and Package Design
Exploration and techniques of book production and package designs using various design approaches (2
units practical).
FAA 353 Advertising Design I
Visual communication of advertising design. Emphasis on design, drawing, lettering and layout (2 units
practical).
FAA 354 Advertising Design II
Problem solving utilizing methods, materials and procedures; graphic presentation of idea stressed
through creative images and layout in Magazine, Newspaper and Corporate image design, etc. (2 units
practical).
FAA 355 Poster and Billboard Design
Studies of layout and typography of creative poster and billboard designs using various techniques (2
units practical).
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FAA 356 Illustration and Visualization
Principles and functions of illustration. Illustration for book stories and scientific communication (2
units practical).
FAA 361 Woven Textile
Appreciation of the basic processes of weaving on both vertical and horizontal looms. Exploration of
various Nigerian traditional weaving techniques and preparation of yarns and colourants (2 units
practical).
FAA 362 Weaving
Exploration of basic weaving processes to produce well designed woven textile on the traditional looms.
Traditional spinning and dyeing of cotton fibre should also be practiced (2 units practical).
FAA 363 Resist and Dye Techniques
Studio exercises of various techniques of batik, tie and dye designs with emphasis on Nigerian
traditional motifs (2 units practical).
FAA364 Textile Printing Processes
Exercises in various stages of textile production. Screen-printing, block, free and direct application of
pigments and dyestuffs, and design formation (2 units practical).
FAA 365 Fabric Surface Design
Studio experiments in the surface decoration of fabric, emphasizing the traditional African motifs (2
units practical).
FAA 366 Decorative Textile
The study and production of decorative textile materials and designs for use in homes and public places.
Production for use on apparels and body (2 units practical).
FAA 371 Hand built Pottery
Creation of new forms, using traditional African shapes and motifs (2 units practical).
FAA 372 Ceramics
Introduction to clay as a medium for artistic expression; fundamentals of aesthetic form, techniques of
hand built, glaze, design and kiln firing (2 units practical).
FAA 373 Thrown Pottery
Pottery as artistic expression in clay. Emphasis is placed upon the use of the potter’s wheel (2 units
practical).
FAA 374 Ceramic Composition
The production of decorative pots using imaginative and creative motifs from traditional elements (2
units practical).
FAA 375 Ceramic Mosaic
Problems of designs and techniques in the creation of ceramic mosaics, wall tiles and plaques with
traditional and contemporary motifs (2 units practical).
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FAA 376 Wall Decoration
Wall decoration using tiles, etc, with traditional and contemporary motifs (2 units practical).
FAA 381 Carving Techniques I
Studio works in various carving techniques and processes in wood, soapstone, bone, etc. (2 units
practical).
FAA 382 Carving Techniques II
Further exploration of carving techniques in stone, marble and wood (2 units practical).
FAA 383 Figure Sculpture and composition I
Exploration of three-dimensional sculpture in space with emphasis on thematic expression (2 units
practical).
FAA 384 Figure Sculpture and Composition II
Advanced exploration of figure sculpture using more advanced techniques. Direct welding techniques,
metal casting, molding and casting in plaster of Paris, resin and plastic (2 units practical).
FAA 385 Sculptural Processes and Casting
Exploration of various sculptural casting processes using various materials such as cement, plaster of
Paris, fibre glass and metal alloys (2 units practical).
FAA 386 Modelling and Casting
Modelling from life using various materials such as clay, plaster and cement fondu (2 units practical).
400 LEVEL
FAA 401 Draughtsmanship
Further development of drawing skills, employing a variety of media. Memory drawing. Gesture and
contour drawing. Group poses (2 units practical).
FAA 403 Outdoors Studies
Studies of the environment in various media with emphasis on moods, movement and spatial dynamics.
At least two completed sketchbooks in addition to class exercises, must be submitted at the end of the
semester (2 units practical).
FAA 411 Art and Society in Africa
The importance and role of the visual arts and artists in African cultures. Relationship between art and
other aspects of African culture (2 units theory).
FAA 421 Computer Art II
Further development of skills in the production of computer assisted design (2 units practical).
FAA 431 Form and Material Technology
An exploration of local materials, tools and equipment production techniques. Development of at least
one unique art equipment/material and technique by each student (2 units practical).
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FAA 441 Composition in Oil
Exploration of the expressive possibilities of oil paint medium with emphasis on individual mode of
expression (2 units practical).
FAA 443 Portraiture in Oil.
Portraits in oil painting with emphasis on anatomical accuracy and semblance (2 units practical).
FAA 445 Seminar in Painting
Seminars on contemporary issues in painting and on painters with special reference to African arts and
Nigerian art in particular (2 units theory).
FAA 451 Cartooning, Animation and Television Graphics
Cartoons through the ages. Modern cartoons and caricature for mass communication. Motion picture
principles, methods and techniques of animated film (2 units practical)
FAA 453 Photography
Photography as science and art. Introduction to the techniques of photography, camera parts and
manipulation as well as picture taking and film and digital image processing methods (2 units practical).
FAA 455 Seminar in Graphics
Studies of notable graphic artists and designers with emphasis on their styles, use of material and
graphic expressions (2 units theory).
FAA 461 Design Theory
Appraisal of the techniques of presentation and marketing of textile goods. Study of problems and
organization of small and large scale textile industries (2 units theory).
FAA 463 Interior Decoration
Design principles of interior organization. Furniture design/production and arrangements, fabric usage
for interior decoration and lighting, emphasis on usage of local materials (2 units practical).
FAA 465 Textile Technology
Studio study of the physical and chemical properties of dyes and other textile materials with a
concentration on colour chemistry. Exploration of traditional African techniques of fabric production (2
units practical).
FAA 471 Ceramic Processes and Technique
Studio project in wheel throwing, firing and glazing techniques (2 units practical).
FAA 475 Ceramic Theory
The nature of ceramic raw materials, Formation, properties and exploration. Discussion of works of
notable potters and their styles. (2 units practical).
FAA 481 Welding Technique
Exploration of the various metal welding techniques and their application to sculpture (2 units
practical).
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FAA 483 Portrait Sculpture I
Portrait in different media with special emphasis placed on accuracy of representation of the human
forms and semblance (2 units practical).
FAA 485 Theory of Sculpture
A discussion of the works of major sculptors. Examination of types of African sculpture with reference
to their special sculptural qualities (2 units practical).
FES 400 SIWES
Industrial training in various establishments related to the area of specialization (6 units practical).
500 LEVEL
FAA 501 Advanced Draughtsmanship I
Further development of drawing skills, employing a variety of drawing processes, memory drawing,
gesture and contour drawings (2 units practical).
FAA 502 Advanced Draughtsmanship II
Further development of drawing skills, employing a variety of media. Memory drawings, gesture and
contour drawings and group poses. Studies of the environment using various drawing techniques and
media: emphasis on moods, movements and special dynamics (2 units practical).
FAA 511 Contemporary African Art
Twentieth Century beginnings. Pioneer and genesis of European academic style, emergence of art
instruction in tertiary institutions and their impact, the place of traditional artists in contemporary
African society, and the emergence of non-traditional artists (2 units theory).
FAA 522 Special Project in Computer Art
Execution of a special or major work in computer art, emphasizing originality and creativity (2 units
practical).
FAA 531 Advanced Form and Material Technology
Creative exploration of qualities of indigenous as well as student’s individually invented art
material/equipment – vegetable, animal and mineral derived, etc. Demonstration of the mastery of these
material(s) leading to the production of skills which epitomize the student’s understanding of forms and
materials (2 units practical).
FAA 541 Advanced Painting
Further development of skills in various media with emphasis on the development of individual’s skills
(2 units practical).
FAA 542 Advanced Portraiture in Oil
Portrait studies in oil. Special emphasis on mood, character, physical and psychological resemblance (2
units practical).
FAA 543 Advanced Composition
Initiative and conscious organization of space, forms, textures, colours and tones as well as exercise in
unity and balance (2 units practical).
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FAA 544 Mural Decoration
Mural decoration in various media. Exercise in colour, formal and spatial problems of mural decoration
(2 units practical).
FAA 545 Advanced Figure Painting
Advanced and detailed anatomical studies of human figure. Emphasis on effects of light and colour
poses and moods. (2 units practical).
FAA 546 Special Project in Painting
An exploration of materials and techniques of painting, emphasizing individuality, originality and talent
(2 units practical).
FAA 547 Scenography
Studies on the principle and methods of scenography. Exercises using geometric shapes. Experiments
using various materials for collage on problems of colours, space and lighting in theatre and interior
design (2 units practical).
FAA 551 Advanced Advertising Design
Refinement of media and mixed media execution resulting in innovative pictorial and symbolic
expression – poster, packaging and graphic illustrations stressed. (2 units practical).
FAA 552 Advanced Printmaking
Extension of printmaking and technical experiences in a selected number of more complex printmaking
areas. Relief, intaglio, lithograph, serigraphy (2 units practical)
FAA 553 Book Design and Production
Extensive studies of and studio exercise in illustrations of works in poetical and literal forms. Layout
designs, lettering as related to book production. (2 units practical).
FAA 554 Advanced Photography
Advanced principles and techniques of photography, camera characteristics, picture taking and
processing methods, photomontage, photo-tricks and colour processing (2 units practical).
FAA 555 Advanced Cartooning and Animation
Individual problem solving projects. Portfolio content formulation. Building of a well-balanced
portfolio to show learned skills as well as diversification of art works (2 units practical).
FAA 557 Advanced Product Advertising
Studio exercises in layout in advertising typography and typesetting logo and trademark designs,
package designs, etc. (2 units practical).
FAA 561 Creative Fabric and Weaving
The Fabrication of tapestries, rug, appliqué, stitchery, lacework, macramé, loom weaving, etc. (2 units
practical).
FAA 561 Advanced Fabric Surface Design
Studio exercises in the surface decoration of fabric, creation of motif suitable for batik, printing,
painting, etc. stitches and appliqué. (2 units practical).
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FAA 563 Advanced Dyed Fabrics
Experiments in different techniques of resist and tie-dyeing, using traditional African motifs (2 units
practical).
FAA 564 Advanced Decorative Textile
Conception of textile design as art. The production of printed, dyed, appliquéd, painted, and stitched
decorative materials – wall hanging, etc. (2 units practical).
FAA 565 Textile Organization and Management
Further exposure to organizational and managerial skills in both the small and large scale textile
industries. Comparison between the indigenous and the contemporary industries and management (2
units theory).
FAA 566 Special Project in Textile Design
An execution of a major Textile Design project (2 units practical).
FAA 567 Fashion Designing
A study of clothing in relation to the human figure. Illustration and design of original dresses based on
traditional and contemporary materials (2 units practical).
FAA 568 Advanced Textile Technology
Further study of the physical and chemical properties of dyes and other textile materials with emphasis
on adaptation of traditional materials for industrial purposes (2 units practical).
FAA 571 Ceramic Glazes
Exercise in the use of various types of ceramic glazing materials, their preparation, application and
firing process (2 units practical).
FAA 572 Ceramic Kiln and Firing
Studies in the structures and functions of wood, electric, oil and gas kilns their operation and
maintenance, designs and constructions (2 units practical).
FAA 573 Ceramic Technical Processes
Studio projects in technical processes of ceramics including clay formulation, glaze formation, kilns
construction and mold making (2 units practical).
FAA 574 Studio Problems in Ceramics
Experimental studio projects reflecting high level technical, initiative and conceptual approaches (2
units practical).
FAA 575 Advanced Hand built Pottery
Further acquisition of skills in pottery with emphasis on decorative household and ceremonial pottery (2
units practical).
FAA 576 Special Project in Ceramics
Execution of special or major works in ceramics (2 units practical).
FAA 581
Metal Sculpture
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Metal construction with emphasis on casting and welding techniques and individual problems in metal
art and jewelry making (2 units practical)
FAA 582 Advanced Techniques of Sculpture
A continuation of a variety of sculpture processes with emphasis on individual techniques and aesthetic
solutions. Traditional and contemporary concepts in sculpture (2 units practical).
FAA 583 Advanced Portrait Sculpture
A naturalistic study of models in various postures in clay, plaster, cement, etc., and with special
reference on character, mood, physiological and psychological resemblance (2 units practical).
FAA 584 Assemblage
Indepth studio works, using various found materials in mixed media to produce individual, creative and
imaginative three dimensional designs or composition in relief (2 units practical).
FAA 585 Architectural Sculpture
Advanced works/projects in architectural sculpture using various media (2 units practical).
FAA 586 Special Project in Sculpture
Accomplishment of a major sculpture work. Discussion on individual problems in sculpture with the
instructor (2 units practical).
FAA 591 Thesis
Work on approved art historical topic to be based on individual field work and bibliographical research
(4 units theory).
FAA 592 Thesis
Continuation of FAA 591 and completion of a thesis based on the approved topic (4 units theory).
Academic Staff
Names and qualifications
Rank
Prof. R. O. Rom Kalilu
B.A. (Unife), M.A., Ph.D. (UI)
JP., MNYAS, MACS, MISEA, MIAAA, fsna
Professor
Dr. B. A. Ogunlade
B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (ABU)
Senior Lecturer
Graphic Design
Dr. M. A. Akintonde
B.A. (Unife), M. A. (UI),
Ph.D. (LAUTECH),
Senior Lecturer
Art History
Dr. (Mrs.) M.O. Areo,
B.A., M.F.A. (Unife)
Ph.D. (LAUTECH)
Senior Lecturer
Art History
Dr. F.E.A. Oladugbagbe
B.A. (OAU), M.F.A. (Uniben)
Senior Lecturer
Sculpture
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Areas of Specialisation
Art and Art History
Ph.D. (LAUTECH)
Dr. (Mrs.) O. Ayodele
B.A. (ABU), M.A., Ph.D. (UI)
Senior Lecturer
Mr. O. O. Abokede
B.A.Ed., M.F.A (Delsu)
M.A. (UI)
Lecturer I
Mr. A. A. Adediran
B.A. (Uniben), M.A.
M.A.,
Lecturer I
Textile Design
Mr. O. M. Oyeyode.
B.A. (OAU)
M.A. (UI)
Lecturer I
Graphic Design
Dr. J. A. Abodunrin
B.A. (UniUyo), M.F.A. (OAU)
Ph.D. (LAUTECH)
Lecturer I
Painting
Ms. H. T. Woods
B.A. (Unife), M.Tech. (LAUTECH)
Lecturer II
Mr. T. E. Akinde
B.Tech, M.Tech. (LAUTECH)
Assistant Lecturer
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Art History
Painting
Textile Design
Ceramics