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Course Descriptions
ART AND DESIGN
FOUNDATION (CORE) COURSES
ARTS 101 (F)
DRAWING I – 3 semester hours
Introduction to the fundamentals of drawing expression. Pencil, charcoal, conte, and wash media are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
ARTS 102 (Sp)
DRAWING II – 3 semester hours
Continuation of drawing expression. Introduction to linear perspective, foreshortening, and the use of color. Pencil, charcoal, conte, pastels, prismacolor, and wash media are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101
ARTS 103 (F)
TWO DIMENSIONAL DESIGN – 3 semester hours
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of two dimensional design, color theory, form relationships and their function in various design situations. Contemporary and traditional concepts of design principles and elements are explored. Course includes critiques and discussions.
Art & Design Majors & Minors Only Course
ARTS 104 (Sp)
TWO DIMENSIONAL DESIGN—COLOR THEORY – 3 semester hours
Examination of the interaction of color through studio experience and the manipulation of color to achieve various effects for problem solving and individual expression. Course includes critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, ARTS 103
ARTS 108 (Sp)
COMPUTERS FOR ARTISTS – 3 Credit Hours
An introductory course in the hardware, software, set-up, and use of computers, specifically designed for the needs of artists. Basic hardware and peripherals set-up, use of operating systems and artist-based programs for both Macintosh and PC systems.
Art & Design Majors Only Course.
ARTS 202 (F)
LIFE DRAWING I – 3 semester hours
Continuation of drawing fundamentals and expression introduced the previous year using the human figure as the means of study. Pencil, charcoal, conte and wash media are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102 and 103
ARTS 207 (Sp)
THREE DIMENSIONAL DESIGN – 3 semester hours
Introduction to the functional concepts of three-dimensional design. Form relationships as applied to the elements and principles of design. Course includes critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, ARTS 102
ARTS 209 (F)
COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE ARTIST - 3 semester hours
Increasing the creativity of artists through the mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning. Emphases on different methodologies for creative development of individual and group artwork.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, 103, and 104
STUDIO ART COURSES
ARTS 203 (F)
PRINTMAKING I – 3 semester hours
Fundamentals of graphic expressions employed in woodcuts, etchings, lithography and other vehicles for graphic reproductions. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102
ARTS 204 (Sp)
PRINTMAKING II – 3 semester hours
Continuation of graphic expressions employed in woodcuts, etchings, lithography and other vehicles for graphic reproductions. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 203
ARTS 206 (Sp)
WATERCOLOR – 3 semester hours
Introduction to the fundamentals of transparent and opaque watercolor painting techniques.
Prerequisites: ARTS 102/VCAD 204
ARTS 208 (F)
PERSPECTIVE DRAWING - 3 semester hours
Examination of perspective as a technique of depicting volumes and spatial relationships on a flat surface. Emphasis on the development of comprehension in perspective through drawing exercises and projects.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, and 103
ARTS 212 (Sp)
LIFE DRAWING II – 3 semester hours
Advanced development of drawing skills using the human figure as means of expression. Techniques such as gesture, abstraction, composition, and foreshortening are explored using a variety of wet and dry media.
Prerequisites: ARTS 202
ARTS 216 (Sp)
2D METHODS AND MATERIALS - 3 semester hours
Overview of the tools, materials, and processes of two-dimensional media. Emphasis on the manipulation and safe handling of materials and tools, their use in artistic expression, and historical development.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, 103, and 104
ARTS 217 (Sp)
3D METHODS AND MATERIALS - 3 semester hours
Overview of the tools, materials, and processes of three-dimensional media. Emphasis on the manipulation and safe handling of materials and tools, their use in artistic expression, and historical development.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, 103, and 104
ARTS 303 (F Odd)
SCULPTURE: WOOD – 3 semester hours
Exploration of sculptural fundamentals, emphasizing materials (cardboard and wood) and methods (both additive and subtractive). Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 207
ARTS 304 (Sp Even)
SCULPTURE: MOLD MAKING – 3 semester hours
In-depth exploration of the three-dimensional concepts, skills, and processes for mold making and plaster casting as generated from clay models. Emphasis is placed on the development of design and construction skills, concept realization, and creative personal invention. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisite: ARTS 303
ARTS 305 (F Odd),
PAINTING: STILL LIFE – 3 semester hours
Fundamentals of painting in oil and acrylics introduced through the imagery of the still life. Traditional and experimental painting processes are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, 103, 104 or permission from the instructor.
ARTS 306 (Sp Even)
PAINTING: LANDSCAPE – 3 semester hours
Continuation of painting in oil and acrylics using the imagery of the landscape. Traditional and experimental painting processes are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 305.
ARTS 309 (F Odd)
CERAMICS: HAND BUILDING – 3 semester hours
Exploration of ceramic design, basic forming, and firing techniques. Focus is on the basic construction techniques (pinch, coil, and slab), and finishing techniques in ceramic media including hand building, fabrication, surface design, glazing, and kiln firing. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 207
ARTS 310 (Sp Even)
CERAMICS: WHEEL THROWING - 3 semester hours
Development of skills with a focus on wheel throwing. In addition to being introduced to the potter’s wheel, students develop their glazing techniques, knowledge of ceramics, and its terminology. Emphasis is placed on the development of design and construction skills with ceramic materials, concept realization, and creative personal invention. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 309
ARTS 406 (Sp)
SENIOR THESIS PROJECT – 3 semester hours
Examination of the business aspects of the art world, including securing and arranging exhibitions. Culminates in a one-person show at a site in the community.
Prerequisites: ARTS 303 or ARTS 306
ARTS 409 (F Even)
CERAMICS: MOLD MAKING - 3 semester hours
Examination of ceramic mold making, slip casting, and clay/glaze formulation. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 207
ARTS 410 (Sp Odd)
CERAMICS: MIXED MEDIA - 3 semester hours
Exploration of mixed media formats and techniques to begin the development of a personal style through the creation of a series of related ceramic pieces.
Prerequisites: ARTS 409
ARTS 413 (F Even)
SCULPTURE: METAL – 3 semester hours
Exploration of three-dimensional concepts, skills, and processes with an emphasis on metal fabrication. Using the machinery of the woodshop, expand technical vocabulary with tools such as MIG welders, oxy-acetylene torches, grinders, and chop saws. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 207
ARTS 414 (Sp Odd)
SCULPTURE: MIXED MEDIA – 3 semester hours
Exploration of conceptual and expressive problems in a variety of sculptural media and various sculptural processes which may include casting, metal fabrication, and/or wood sculpture techniques. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 413
ARTS 415 (F Even)
PAINTING: FIGURE – 3 semester hours
Fundamentals of painting in oil and acrylics introduced through the imagery of the human figure. Traditional and experimental painting processes are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS 101, 102, 103, 104 or permission from the instructor.
ARTS 416 (Sp Odd)
PAINTING: MIXED MEDIA – 3 semester hours
Continuing in-depth study of painting formats and techniques integrating various media to begin the development of a personal style through the creation of a series of related paintings.
Prerequisites: ARTS 415
ART HISTORY COURSES
ARTS 301 (F)
WORLD ART SURVEY I – 3 semester hours
Examination of the key stages in the evolution of art and architecture from around the world until approximately 1400 CE. Emphasis on understanding the visual language of art as an expression of relationships to the cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts in which the artist lives.
ARTS 302 (Sp)
WORLD ART SURVEY II – 3 semester hours
Examination of the key stages in the evolution of art and architecture from around the world from approximately 1400 CE to today. Emphasis on understanding the visual language of art as an expression of relationships to the cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts in which the artist lives.
ARTS 307 (Sp)
20th CENTURY ART – 3 semester hours
Examination of the historical styles and artists beginning with the 20th Century, how they compare and relate to previous periods, and how they have been influenced by social and political conditions.
Prerequisites: Students must have junior status or special permission from the instructor.
ARTS 403 (Sp)
SURVEY OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN ART – 3 semester hours
Examination of art produced by African-Americans in the United States from the Colonial Period to present. Exploration of the social and political climates influencing the art of African-Americans.
Prerequisites: Students must have junior status or special permission from the instructor.
ARTS 405 (F)
SURVEY OF AFRICAN ART – 3 semester hours
Exploration of the major forms of art and architecture produced by various cultures of Africa. Examination of the art forms and their places within society for pre-historic and ancient civilizations, medieval empires, and the peoples of the Colonial Period in northern, western, central, southern, and east Africa.
Prerequisites: Students must have junior status or special permission from the instructor.
VCAD 200 (F)
GRAPHIC DESIGN HISTORY – 3 semester hours
Exploration of the evolution of graphic communications from prehistoric times to the development of modern graphic design. The uses of and styles of graphic design will be covered.
Art & Design Majors and Minors Only Course
ANIMATION COURSES
VCAD 306 (Sp)
ANIMATION I - 3 semester hours
An introduction to animation techniques. Develop story boards in terms of clarity of meaning, camera motion, and rendering techniques.
Prerequisite: VCAD 302
VCAD 431 (F)
ANIMATION II - 3 semester hours
Develop an understanding of 3D modeling for 3D animation technology.
Prerequisites: All required 100, 200, 300 level major courses, and Animation I.
Art & Design Majors Only Course
VCAD 452 (Sp)
ANIMATION III - 3 semester hours
This is a course with advanced techniques providing students with the opportunity to create and produce their own projects.
Prerequisites: All required 100, 200, 300 level major courses, Animation I, and Animation II.
Art & Design Majors Only Course
ARTS 215 (F)
INTRODUCTION TO ANIMATION - 3 semester hours
Introduction to the history and methodology of animation. Regular animation screenings of commercial and experimental works with students responding to the work orally and/or in written form.
ARTS 225 (Sp)
ELECTRONIC ANIMATION - 3 semester hours
Introduction to the various software, hardware, and equipment used in the creation of animation.
Prerequisite: ARTS 108, 202, and 209
ARTS 315 (F)
SOUND FOR ANIMATION - 3 semester hours
Examination of the basic theory and methodology of sound design. Project emphasis is on the creation of sound for use in animation.
Prerequisite: ARTS 215, 225
ARTS 325 (F)
ANIMATION BASIC I - 3 semester hours
Examination of the principles that govern animation. Student will explore these principles through various exercises and projects.
Prerequisite: ARTS 215, 225
ARTS 335 (Sp)
ANIMATION BASIC II - 3 semester hours
Exploration of the principles of special effects animation. Exploration of these principles through various exercises and projects. Sound will also be incorporated into their animation.
Prerequisite: ARTS 325
ARTS 425 (F)
ANIMATION BASIC III - 3 semester hours
Examination of experimental animation. Exploration of any available methodology/technology for animation exercises and projects.
Prerequisite: ARTS 330
ARTS 330 (Sp)
ANIMATION I - 3 semester hours
Examination of animation components for the identification of individual strengths in animation methodology through the completion of animation exercises and projects.
Prerequisite: ARTS 315, 325
ARTS 430 (F)
ANIMATION II - 3 semester hours
Writing and production of individual animation(s) in preparation for senior studio.
Prerequisite: ARTS 335
ARTS 435 (Sp)
ANIMATION TEAM - 3 semester hours
Examination of animation production management. Students will take turns in different roles from pre-production to post-production of animation projects.
Prerequisite: ARTS 425, 430
ARTS 440 (Sp)
SENIOR ANIMATION STUDIO - 6 semester hours
Preparation for the transition from formal academic study to animation career pursuit. Emphasis on creation of a demo reel, resumes, and portfolio.
Prerequisite: ARTS 425, 430
GRAPHIC DESIGN COURSES
VCAD 201 (F)
TYPOGRAPHY I - 3 semester hours
A study of typography fundamentals. History and development of lettering and type reproduction methods. Exploration of letterform aesthetics and communication value through practical design projects. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisites: ARTS 102, 108
VCAD 202 (Sp)
TYPOGRAPHY II - 3 semester hours
An advanced exploration of typography. Functional and expressive type treatments and the effective implementation of type as a visual communication tool. Emphasis placed on the development of ideas and the ability to communicate them effectively. Introduction to proofreading and editing type. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisite: VCAD 201, 203
VCAD 203 (F)
COMPUTER GRAPHICS I – 3 semester hours
An introductory and foundation course on computer graphics. Basic operation of computer graphic systems and software procedures. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisite: ARTS 102, 108
VCAD 205 (Sp)
COMPUTER GRAPHICS II - 3 semester hours
An advanced course in computer graphics emphasizing the creation of designs and the use of interface techniques. Advanced techniques for creating digital images using industry standard technology. Emphasis on creating designs for experimental and communication purposes. For Graphic Design majors only
Prerequisites: VCAD 201, 203
VCAD 206 (F)
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY- 3 semester hours
A digital approach to photography as a communication tool. Discussion of photography fundamentals Introduction to photo-correction software and techniques.
Prerequisites: ARTS 102, 108
VCAD 300 (F Even)
ILLUSTRATION I - 3 semester hours
Emphasis on the fundamentals of rendering images while exploring various media and techniques. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisites: VCAD 202, 205
VCAD 301 (Sp)
SILKSCREEN PROCEDURES – 3 semester hours
Introduction to the various silkscreen procedures employed in advertising art and design. Exploration of hand-cut stencils and photographic processes.
Prerequisites: ARTS 202
VCAD 302 (F Odd)
PRINT PRODUCTION I - 3 semester hours
Introduction to the printing process. Examination of materials and techniques. Exercises in file preparation and professional work flow via professional design studio projects. Discussion of the process of establishing client and vendor relationships. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisites: VCAD 202, 205
VCAD 310 (Sp)
ILLUSTRATION II - 3 semester hours
Creating illustrations for editorial and business communications using traditional and digital media. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisites: VCAD 300, 302
VCAD 312 (Sp)
PRINT PRODUCTION II - 3 semester hours
Designing print media using experimental formats, as well as special multi-media materials and techniques. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisites: VCAD 300, 302
VCAD 315 (Sp)
PUBLICATION DESIGN - 3 semester hours
Analysis of professional design studio problems and processes related to publication design. Integrating cohesive design solutions, strategies, grid structures, layouts and compositions throughout multi-page formats. For Graphic Design majors only
Prerequisites: VCAD 300, 302
VCAD 415 (F)
PACKAGE DESIGN - 3 semester hours
Professional design studio processes and procedures related to packaging design. Developing brand identity and focusing on product positioning, while designing the three dimensional structure. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisites: VCAD 315
VCAD 416 (Sp)
ADVERTISING DESIGN - 3 semester hours
An introduction to advertising fundamentals. Development and implementation of strategic design concepts across multi-vehicle marketing materials. For Graphic Design majors only.
Prerequisites: VCAD 415
VCAD 430 (Sp)
PORTFOLIO - 3 semester hours
Exploring the various methodologies for creating a professional portfolio and resume. For Art & Design majors only.
Prerequisites: One of the following: VCAD 305, ARTS 304, ARTS 306, or ARTS 310
VCAD 450 (F)
INTERNSHIP - 3 semester hours
Pragmatic work experience under the supervision of qualified professional practitioners. For Art & Design majors only.
Prerequisites: VCAD 305 OR VCAD 315
VCAD 451 (Sp)
SENIOR THESIS PROJECT – 3 semester hours
Examination of the business aspects of the commercial art world. Culminates in a formal presentation of a cohesive body of work before a departmental committee.
Prerequisites: VCAD 401
WEB DESIGN COURSES
VCAD 210 (F)
WEB GRAPHICS I – 3 semester hours
Introduction to the role of the computer in visual communication design, with training in the types of software and peripherals that produce painting-type (raster) and structured-type (vector) graphics for use on Internet web sites.
Prerequisite: ARTS 108
VCAD 211 (Sp)
WEB GRAPHICS II – 3 semester hours
Advanced instruction in the types of software and peripherals that produce painting-type (raster) and structured-type (vector) graphics for use on Internet web sites.
Prerequisite: VCAD 210
VCAD 304 (F)
HTML – 3 semester hours
Exploration of the language and structure of HTML documents, markup techniques, and validation. Topics include text formatting, lists, tables, META tags, and CSS.
Prerequisite: VCAD 211
VCAD 305 (Sp)
WEB DESIGN I – 3 semester hours
Introduction to the planning and development of useful, aesthetically appealing web sites through the effective use of navigation techniques with the creative use of graphics, sound and typography.
Prerequisite: VCAD 304
VCAD 314 (Sp)
WEB ANIMATION – 3 semester hours
Exploration of the effective use of animations in web site design and the graphics software used to make them.
Prerequisite: VCAD 211
VCAD 401 (F)
WEB DESIGN II – 3 semester hours
Advanced work in the planning and development of useful, aesthetically appealing web sites. Students will learn the effects of browser choices and computing platforms on their design choices and should gain a critical eye for evaluating web site designs. Prerequisite: VCAD 305
VCAD 411 (Sp)
WEB DESIGN III – 3 semester hours
Continuing in-depth study of web design formats and techniques to begin the development of a personal style through the creation of a series of extended web sites utilizing a variety of graphics.
Prerequisite: VCAD 401
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES (NON-MAJORS)
ARTS 199 (F, Sp)
ART APPRECIATION – 3 credit hours
An introduction to the study and understanding of the visual arts. The various methods through which humans are able to access, interpret, and interact with art will be discussed. Topics include various cultural definitions of art and its use, the elements of design, the characteristics of art media, and the interpretation of content. Emphasis is placed on the areas of painting, sculpture, and architecture, but other areas (drawing, graphics, crafts, etc.) are discussed.
ARTS 200 (F, Sp)
ART CRAFTS – 3 semester hours each
Introduction to the functional and decorative handicrafts through a variety of media.
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