TMCC CLASS SYLLABUS
ART 160
ART APPRECIATION
Instructor:
Paris Almond, MFA
Campus email: palmond@tmcc.edu
Campus Mailbox: RDMT 315 Box 2514
Faculty website: Access through TMCC Homepage
Cell Phone: 775-750-4661 - emergency only!
Student I.D. Card Get your Student I.D. Card at The Starting Point, Red Mountain, first floor.
E-Mail Activate your student e-mail account at: http://tmcc.edu/e-mail/
Conferences Regarding student/teacher conferences, I will schedule a time to confer with you
individually upon your request, or if I believe I need to speak with you in private. Please feel welcome
to see me before or after class, or leave an e-mail or written note for me.
Course Description Art Appreciation is an introductory course which provides a comprehensive
overview of the world of visual arts. It serves to enhance understanding and appreciation for a broad
range of imagery, media, artists, movements and periods in history. This course illustrates the place
of art in social and cultural life and encourages students to develop judgment in art analysis and
criticism. Students familiarized with this basic core of information, thought, and experience have the
opportunity to become more confident in their visual literacy. This 3 credit course satisfies
UNR/UNLV fine arts core curriculum.
Required Text A World of Art 5th ed., Henry M. Sayre, Prentice Hall ISBN 978-0-13-222186-3
Learning aids provided in or with the textbook include:
Student Tool Kit (in the front)
Worksheet Companion guides to viewing art (in the back)
Works in Progress. - a selection of essays about artists
The Critical Process - a section at the end of each chapter which poses provocative questions to
generate thought and discussion
The Discovery of Art - interactive CD-ROM
The Companion Website -www.prenhall.com/hss_sayre_worldart_5
This site is also accessible through a link on my faculty web page.
Course Outline This course will follow the general outline of our textbook, as well as art-related
events on campus and about town. We will have slide lectures, art walks, class discussions, drawing
projects, student presentations, a field trip, essays, and most importantly, a good time enjoying art.
Part One
The Visual World
Part Two
The Formal Elements and Their Design
Part Three
The Fine Arts Media
Part Four
The Visual Arts in Everyday Life
Part Five
The Visual Record
Course Objectives During the course of this semester, it is hoped you will experience an improved
understanding of how to enjoy art in your everyday lives, as well as begin to understand:
-the way artists see the world and how to share that vision
-the themes of art and the more controversial aspects of art
-the formal elements of art and their principles of design
-the variety of fine arts media, and how art is made
-some of the major artists, periods, art movements and styles
Regarding Attendance and Classroom Etiquette
ALWAYS SIGN IN!
It is important to be
punctual and attend class. Attendance and participation are 20% of your grade, so absences do lower
your grade. You will be allowed only one excused absence. As few as four absences can result in
administrative withdrawal or failure. Arriving late and leaving early without prior approval is
disruptive and can also be grounds for failure. Plan to be an active learner during class. Also be open
to interacting often with classmates. B E H E R E N O W !
Canceled Classes Access TMCC's canceled class listing at: tmcc.edu/classes/canceled/
The canceled class listing displays classes that have been canceled for the current day and/or week due
to instructor illness or other unforeseen event, such as stormy weather. I will try to inform you well
ahead of time if there will be a cancelation.
Tests
Be there! No make-ups! Tests are half of your grade. Four testswill be fifty fill-in-theblank and multiple choice questions The Companion Website includes practice tests which students
should use as a helpful studyguide to earn higher scores on tests. Please note: There will be a
comprehensive assessment test administered online late in the semester. It is required of all Art 160
students and it will cover Chapters 1 - 22 of our text. Study for it like a Final Exam.
Student Integrity Policy Acts of academic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating or
plagiarism, falsifying research data or assisting others to do the same shall constitute cause for
probation, suspension, or expulsion from TMCC. Simply do NOT hand in papers you did not write and
research yourself. Cite your sources. Do not use cited sources for more than 50% of your paper.
Grading Points & Percentages
Attendance & Participation
Nevada Museum of Art Essay
Contemporary Art Group Project
Tests
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Total possible points & percentages
The “plus” and “minus” are a
96-100 A
81-85
91-95
A76-80
86-90
B+
71-75
0-20
0-20
0-20
0-50
points
points
points
points
110 points
20%
20%
20%
50%
__________
110%
part of the letter grading scale (no A+)
B
66-70
C
51-55 D
B61-65
C46-50
DC+
5 6 - 6 0 D+
0-45 F
For Free Tutoring Resources go to:
http://tmcc.edu/tutoring/
Extra Credit I offer it! What are you especially curious about? Ask how to earn some extra credit.
Withdrawals & Incompletes It is your responsibility to request a “W” (withdrawal) grade if you
choose to drop out. You must go online to Web-Reg or in-person to Admissions & Records (RDMT
319C) to request a “W” grade before the deadline. The instructor cannot give you a “W”.
It is your responsibility to request an ‘I’ (incomplete) grade. If you complete 75% of the class with a
C or better, but cannot complete the class, you may request an ‘I’ grade. This instructor is opposed to
giving incompletes unless the reason is extremely compelling and accompanied by a written statement
from a doctor or other professional.
ADA STATEMENT Qualified, self-identified students with documented disabilities have the right to
free accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities at Truckee Meadows Community
College. For assistance, contact TMCC’s Disability Resource Center at 775-673-7277, TTY 775673-7888, come by the Red Mountain Building, room 315 B or visit www.tmcc.edu/drc.