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Art
  

  • ART 103 - Two-Dimension Design

    3 CR
    Two-dimensional composition explored through hands-on projects using a variety of media. Assignments stress problem-solving using art elements and principles. The course includes an introduction to color theory. Some prior art experience recommended. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - Applied Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce design projects that effectively apply one or more assigned compositional elements, such as line, shape, value, color, etc.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to create artworks that illustrate the application of one or more assigned design principles, such as unity, balance, emphasis, etc.
    3. Create artworks that use the design elements and principles in the service of communicating content reflecting either personal, conceptual, or cultural meanings. 
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.
  

  • ART 110 - Drawing 1

    3 CR
    An introduction to basic drawing techniques. Assignments cover line and form concepts including contour, perspective, defining and organizing shape, and value patterns. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - Applied Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce contour drawings with line quality variation corresponding to directly observed forms.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to draw accurate proportional and spatial relationships.
    3. Create observational drawings exhibiting a full tonal range from light, mid-tone, to dark values.
    4. Analyze drawings and compile a portfolio of assignments which student can identify as illustrating specific course terms and objectives.
  

  • ART 141 - Art for Elementary Teachers

    3 CR
    A lecture workshop structured to provide students an opportunity to explore materials and techniques suitable for classroom use. Imaginative art experiences and the nature of creativity are stressed. [32-32-64] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Utilize age-appropriate techniques to create with art mediums commonly available in elementary classrooms.
    2. Produce projects that effectively apply one or more assigned compositional elements and principles, such as line, shape, value, color, etc.
    3. Evaluate projects that integrate art with other K-6 curriculum disciples, such as math, science, or language arts.
    4. Develop a visual art lesson plan which stresses creativity and tests its effectiveness to a sample audience.
  

  • ART 161 - Painting and Illustration 1

    3 CR
    Study of fundamentals of painting expression. A variety of styles and techniques are explored with emphasis on oil or acrylic paint media. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Compose projects to experiment with assigned materials and techniques commonly used by fine art painters.
    2. Demonstrate knowledge of value scale and color mixing concepts by applying specific schemes to paintings.
    3. Create artworks that use the design elements and principles to communicate content reflecting either personal, conceptual, or cultural meanings.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.
  

  • ART 204 - Three-Dimension Art

    3 CR
    This course focuses on three-dimensional problem solving, conceptualization, and implementation through exposure to a variety of media and basic building techniques. An emphasis will be placed on critical thinking to achieve communication of content, visual expression, and aesthetic value. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce 3-D design projects that effectively apply one or more assigned compositional elements, such as line, shape, value, color, etc.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to create 3-D artworks that illustrate the application of one or more assigned design principles, such as unity, balance, emphasis, etc.
    3. Create 3-D artworks that use the design elements and principles in the service of communicating content reflecting either personal, conceptual, or cultural meanings.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.
  

  • ART 209 - Introduction to Studio Art

    3 CR
    A studio course designed as an introduction to the art-making experience in the creation of a variety of 2-D and 3-D projects. Drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed media fundamentals are explored. Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - General Education Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Apply specific techniques with one or more common 2-D mediums to create art projects.
    2. Create art that demonstrates the effective use of assigned construction methods with one or more common 3-D mediums.
    3. Produce projects that illustrate the application of one or more assigned compositional elements and principles, such as line, shape, value, color, etc.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.
  

  • ART 210 - History of Photography and Film

    3 CR
    This course will explore photography and film from its early years to the present with emphasis on its esthetic, historical, technical, and social contexts.

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Personal and Cultural Engagement - General Education Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify the stylistic or technical characteristics of photography or film works corresponding to particular historical eras or movements.
    2. Analyze works of photography or film and summarize applied compositional elements or principles.
    3. Interpret the overall content and aesthetics of photography or film works.
    4. Evaluate the relationship between photography or film works in comparison to the cultures or societies that produced them.
  

  • ART 211 - Art Appreciation

    3 CR
    A survey of contemporary and traditional visual art themes. Emphasis is on current problems in communication through painting, sculpture, photography, film, and architecture. Recommended for Art majors prior to enrollment in ART 212  or ART 213 .

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Personal and Cultural Engagement - General Education Core
    Michigan Transfer Agreement Requirement: Humanities and Fine Arts
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify materials and techniques commonly used by visual artists.
    2. Analyze works of art and summarize applied compositional elements or principles.
    3. Interpret the overall content and aesthetics of visual artworks.
    4. Evaluate the relationship between artworks in comparison to the cultures or societies that produced them.
  

  • ART 212 - Art History

    3 CR
    Historical survey of art from prehistoric ages to the Renaissance.

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Personal and Cultural Engagement - General Education Core
    Michigan Transfer Agreement Requirement: Humanities and Fine Arts
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify the stylistic characteristics of visual artworks corresponding to particular historical eras or movements.
    2. Analyze works of art in terms of media used and applied compositional elements or principles.
    3. Interpret the overall content and aesthetics of visual artworks.
    4. Evaluate the relationship between artworks in comparison to the cultures or societies that produced them.
  

  • ART 213 - Art History

    3 CR
    Historical survey of art from the Renaissance to the present day.

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Personal and Cultural Engagement - General Education Core
    Michigan Transfer Agreement Requirement: Humanities and Fine Arts
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Identify the stylistic characteristics of visual artworks corresponding to particular historical eras or movements.
    2. Analyze works of art in terms of media used and applied compositional elements or principles.
    3. Interpret the overall content and aesthetics of visual artworks.
    4. Evaluate the relationship between artworks in comparison to the cultures or societies that produced them.
  

  • ART 214 - Photography Appreciation

    3 CR
    Non-studio art course designed to explore foundations in photography. Topics include history, genres, visual communication, camera operations, image-making exercises and critique sessions. Camera controls, traditional darkroom, studio lighting, digital workflow and printing will be demonstrated. Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Personal and Cultural Engagement - General Education Core
    Michigan Transfer Agreement Requirement: Humanities and Fine Arts
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Distinguish fundamental elements of the photographic process.
    2. Apply understanding of camera technology including manual control settings.
    3. Examine genres in photography.
    4. Evaluate photographic works reflective of personal, conceptual or cultural significance.
  

  • ART 215 - Art Seminar 1

    3 CR
    This studio art course will help students find a personal voice through independent projects and research assignments. The course will be topically responsive to current issues and to the interests of students who will explore techniques relevant to individual assignments, different types of image-making processes, and their potential for meaning. Students will progress through further work in specific areas of studio arts. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    General Education Requirement: Personal and Cultural Engagement - Applied Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate media proficiency while challenging the current level of ability for personal growth & maturity.
    2. Apply personal voice in art through independent projects & research assignments.
    3. Analyze works of art for their potential for meaning to strengthen visual literacy skills and develop observational skills.
    4. Criticize creative works using effective communication reflective of personal interests, contemporary issues or conceptual significance.
    5. Produce a portfolio of formally presented work suitable for exhibition, review by prospective employer or college transfer process.
    6. Create art that is topically responsive to current issues and to the particular interests of individual students.
  

  • ART 216 - 4-D Studio Art Seminar 2

    3 CR
    With basic understandings of visual literacy, this advanced studio art course will further refine and establish a personal voice in art through independent and/or group studio projects (such as time-based art, sound art, film/video art, multimedia art, and research assignments). Students will meet with the instructor as a group and individually. The course will be topically responsive to current issues and to the particular interests of individual students. Students will explore advanced techniques relevant to each personal assignment. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Additional Information: Take ART 215  or departmental approval required.
    Requisites: Take ART 215  with at least a grade of C.
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate media proficiency while elevating the current level of ability for personal growth & maturity.
    2. Apply a refined personal voice in art through independent projects, classroom, small group or research assignments.
    3. Analyze works of art for their potential for meaning to strengthen visual literacy skills and refine observational skills or reflect on the varied processes for making art.
    4. Criticize creative works using effective communication reflective of personal interests, contemporary issues or conceptual significance.
    5. Produce a portfolio of formally presented work suitable for exhibition, review by prospective employer or college transfer process.
    6. Create art that explores advanced techniques and is topically responsive to current issues and to the particular interests of individual students.
  

  • ART 217 - Painting and Illustration 2

    3 CR
    Development of painting techniques, concepts, and skills through a variety of painting problems. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Take ART 161 .
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Compose projects to experiment with assigned materials and techniques commonly used by fine art painters at an intermediate level.
    2. Demonstrate knowledge of value scale and color mixing concepts by applying specific schemes to intermediate level paintings.
    3. Create artworks that use the design elements and principles to communicate content reflecting either personal, conceptual, or cultural meanings.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.
  

  • ART 220 - Landscape Photography

    3 CR
    Learn the fundamentals of landscape photography through a photographic experience built around an extended field trip. Lectures deal with concepts, tools and techniques of landscape photography. Students will produce a professional portfolio of landscape prints for review and gallery exhibitions. This class may be combined with another interdisciplinary course. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements for travel photography in a group setting.
    2. Develop an understanding of history, aesthetics and equipment relevant to landscape photography.
    3. Apply knowledge of photographic technologies, aesthetics or visual communication relevant to landscape photography.
    4. Criticize landscape photographs in a professional manner using peer critique or self-reflection.
    5. Produce a series of creative landscape photographic works reflective of personal, conceptual or cultural significance.
  

  • ART 222 - Introduction to Photography

    3 CR
    This course will instruct the student in fundamental concepts and techniques of photography, including aesthetics and technical aspects as a basis for creating a photographic image. The student will learn to use the 35 mm camera, process film, composition, print finishing, and basic printing. Instruction on traditional printing practice and digital technologies will be included. The student will be challenged to investigate the photographic medium and consider its application to the making of art. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - General Education Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic photographic equipment.
    2. Apply knowledge of photographic composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Criticize photographs in a professional manner using peer critique or self-reflection.
    4. Produce a series of creative photographic works reflective of personal, conceptual or cultural significance.
  

  • ART 223 - Intermediate Photography

    3 CR
    This course will refine techniques, analysis, and production of photographs using both traditional darkroom and digital technology. The student will be challenged to investigate and explore his or her own creative direction using small and medium format film cameras. Students are expected to complete this course with technical proficiency and to have a fuller understanding of photography’s critical context in contemporary art. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Take ART 222  with at least a grade of C.
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - Applied Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate intermediate-level knowledge of photographic equipment.
    2. Apply intermediate-level knowledge of photographic composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Analyze photographic knowledge by assisting introduction level students in a professional manner.
    4. Critique photographs with terminology and methodology of the discipline in a professional manner using peer critique or self-reflection.
    5. Produce creative photographic works reflective of intermediate level personal aesthetic, conceptual, historical or cultural significance.
  

  • ART 224 - Advanced Photography

    3 CR
    This advanced photography course is for students who want to fine-tune their traditional and digital photography skills. Emphasis will be on further explorations in the study of personal expression and development of creative style. A large format film camera will be introduced. Lectures on the history of photography and zone system will be essential to student development. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Take ART 223  with at least a grade of C.
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate advance level knowledge of concepts and fundamental processes of the photographic equipment.
    2. Apply advance level knowledge of photographic composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Analyze photographic knowledge by assisting introduction and intermediate level students in a professional manner.
    4. Critique photographs with terminology and methodology of the discipline in a professional manner using peer critique, self-reflection and guided peer review.
    5. Build advance level knowledge of large format film camera techniques.
    6. Produce creative photographic works reflective of advance level personal aesthetic, conceptual, historical or cultural significance.
  

  • ART 227 - Digital Color Photography

    3 CR
    This course is intended to develop an understanding of technical and aesthetic foundation in color photography through the latest digital technology. Students will explore basic color photography with the use of film and digital photographic equipment: image scanning, color digital printing, digital camera, and Adobe Photoshop. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - Applied Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic digital photographic equipment.
    2. Apply knowledge of photographic composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Criticize photographs in a professional manner using peer critique or self-reflection.
    4. Produce a series of creative photographic works reflective of personal, conceptual or cultural significance.
  

  • ART 229 - Studio Photography

    3 CR
    This advanced photography course will instruct the student in fundamental concepts and techniques of studio photography, including aesthetics and technical aspects as a basis for creating a photographic image using professional studio lighting for both commercial illustration and personal artistic explorations. Demonstrations include location lighting, portraiture, fashion, and product photography using a multiple-light strobe, digital capture workflow, discontinuous lighting techniques and light modification equipment, as well as presentations on historical and contemporary photographic work. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Take ART 222  or ART 227  with at least a grade of C.
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - Applied Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts and techniques of studio photography.
    2. Apply knowledge of studio photographic technical aspects, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Analyze photographic knowledge by utilizing cooperative learning in a professional manner.
    4. Critique photographs with terminology and methodology of the discipline in a professional manner using peer critique or self-reflection.
    5. Produce a series of personal, conceptual or culturally significant studio photographic works reflective of commercial illustration or personal artistic explorations.
  

  • ART 230 - Digital Color Photography 2

    3 CR
    This advanced course is intended to further refine the technical and aesthetic foundations in color photography through explorations of digital technology. Emphasis will be given to fields of photographic study including fine art and professional practices such as commercial illustration, documentary, portraiture, and photojournalism. Students will take their own digital photographs and then utilize various photographic techniques including digital capture workflow, large-scale color digital printing, and advanced image editing software. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Take ART 227  with at least a grade of C.
    General Education Requirement: Effective Communication - Applied Core
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate advanced-level knowledge of digital photographic equipment.
    2. Apply advance level knowledge of photographic composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Analyze photographic knowledge by assisting beginning level students in a professional manner.
    4. Critique photographs with terminology and methodology of the discipline in a professional manner using peer critique or self-reflection.
    5. Produce creative photographic works reflective of advanced-level personal aesthetic, conceptual, historical or cultural significance.
  

  • ART 239 - Studio Photography 2

    3 CR
    This second-level advanced studio photography course will further instruct the student in the mastery of fundamental concepts and techniques of professional studio photography, including aesthetics and technical aspects as a basis for creating a photographic image using specialized lighting in a studio or on location. Topics may include advertising, commercial, editorial, food, and glamour photography. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Take ART 229  with at least a grade of C.
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate advanced-level knowledge of concepts and fundamental processes of the photographic equipment.
    2. Apply advanced-level knowledge of studio photographic technical aspects, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Analyze photographic knowledge by assisting studio photography peers in a professional manner.
    4. Critique photographs with terminology and methodology of the discipline in a professional manner using peer critique, self-reflection or guided peer review.
    5. Build advance level knowledge of studio lighting techniques.
    6. Produce a series of personal, conceptual or culturally significance studio photographic works reflective of commercial illustration or personal artistic explorations.
  

  • ART 250 - Drawing Methods and Concepts

    3 CR
    In this course inventive and contemporary approaches to drawing are emphasized. During the course sequence, students will create from both imagination and observation and resulting projects will apply a range of representational, abstract, and non-objective strategies. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce drawings with line quality variation corresponding to invented or illusionary forms.
    2. Create drawings exhibiting a full tonal range from light, mid-tone, to dark values.
    3. Demonstrate the ability to illustrate representational or abstract visual strategies.
    4. Analyze drawings and compile a portfolio of assignments which student can identify as corresponding to specific course terms and objectives.
  

  • ART 252 - Introduction to Ceramics

    3 CR
    An introduction to the materials, construction, design processes, glazing, and firing of ceramics. Emphasis is on clay sculpture projects and hand-built pottery with a brief introduction to the potter’s wheel. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce a hand-build ceramic project using correct application of the pinch and coil forming method.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to properly craft a multi-piece slab-built clay project.
    3. Create a least one half-sphere bowl or cylinder form using a potter’s wheel.
    4. Complete projects by applying proper glazing and/or surface finish techniques, resulting in successful kiln-fired ware.
    5. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.
  

  • ART 253 - Intermediate Ceramics

    3 CR
    A course for those who wish to concentrate mainly on throwing techniques in the development of functional and creative problems. Experimental problems in glazing and clay decoration are developed. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Requisites: Take ART 252 .
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce several ceramic projects using potter’s wheel that, in total, demonstrate proficiency in making half-spherical bowl forms, cylinders, and spherical-closed forms.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to trim, tool, or make additions at the leather-hard stage of pottery to finish projects at the green ware stage.
    3. Complete projects by applying proper glazing and/or surface finish techniques, resulting in successful kiln-fired ware.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.
  

  • ART 280 - Art Special Topics 1

    1 CR
    This course is designed to allow the student to explore focus areas in art, such as cartoon drawing and illustration, 3-D design and sculpture, and printmaking. [16-16-32] Lab Fee

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce projects in the focus area that effectively apply one or more assigned compositional elements, such as line, shape, value, color, etc.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to create artworks in the focus areas that illustrate the application of one or more assigned design principles, such as unity, balance, emphasis, etc.   
    3. Create artworks that use the compositional elements and principles in the service of communicating content reflecting either personal, conceptual, or cultural meanings.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.   
  

  • ART 281 - Art Special Topics 2

    2 CR
    This course is designed to allow the student to explore focus areas in art, such as cartoon drawing and illustration, 3-D design and sculpture, and printmaking. [16-32-48] Lab Fee

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce projects in the focus area that effectively apply one or more assigned compositional elements, such as line, shape, value, color, etc.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to create artworks in the focus areas that illustrate the application of one or more assigned design principles, such as unity, balance, emphasis, etc.   
    3. Create artworks that use the compositional elements and principles in the service of communicating content reflecting either personal, conceptual, or cultural meanings.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.   
  

  • ART 282 - Art Special Topics 3

    3 CR
    This course is designed to allow the student to explore focus areas in art, such as cartoon drawing and illustration, 3-D design and sculpture, and printmaking. [16-48-64] Lab Fee

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Produce projects in the focus area that effectively apply one or more assigned compositional elements, such as line, shape, value, color, etc.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to create artworks in the focus areas that illustrate the application of one or more assigned design principles, such as unity, balance, emphasis, etc.   
    3. Create artworks that use the compositional elements and principles in the service of communicating content reflecting either personal, conceptual, or cultural meanings.
    4. Analyze projects using course terms and concepts through either self-reflection or peer critique formats.   
  

  • ART 283 - Independent Study 1

    1 CR
    An opportunity for the interested student to pursue independently the study of some subject under the direction of a member(s) of the professional staff. Problems are designed and arrangements made to suit the needs of individual students. Lab Fee

    Additional Information: Department approval required.
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Know basic terms and concepts related to selected media and design fundamentals connected to the assignments.
    2. Demonstrate basic proficiency in techniques necessary to complete self-directed assignments.
    3. Apply knowledge of composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
  

  • ART 284 - Independent Study 2

    2 CR
    An opportunity for the interested student to pursue independently the study of some subject under the direction of a member(s) of the professional staff. Problems are designed and arrangements made to suit the needs of individual students. Lab Fee

    Additional Information: Department approval required.
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate proficiency in techniques necessary to complete self-directed assignments.
    2. Apply knowledge of composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
    3. Analyze works of art for their potential for meaning to strengthen visual literacy skills and develop observational skills.
  

  • ART 285 - Independent Study 3

    3 CR
    An opportunity for the interested student to pursue independently the study of some subject under the direction of a member(s) of the professional staff. Problems are designed and arrangements made to suit the needs of individual students. Lab Fee

    Additional Information: Department approval required.
    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Apply knowledge of composition, aesthetics or visual communication.
    2. Analyze works of art for their potential for meaning to strengthen visual literacy skills and develop observational skills.
    3. Develop a series of imagery that demonstrates effective use of the art facilities.
  

  • ART 295 - Photography and Multimedia Special Topics

    3 CR
    This course is designed to allow the student to explore the following focus areas: photography/multimedia, such as alternative photographic printmaking; documentary, commercial or portrait photography; time-based, installation or performance art; photography/multimedia professional practices. [48-48-96]

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Understand the safety and hazardous materials awareness skills and procedures involved in producing popular historic photographic and traditional printmaking processes.
    2. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of historic processes in creative personal expression and contemporary mode.
    3. Demonstrate original and critical thinking in terms of the student’s own photographic voice.
    4. Develop the critical skills necessary for critical evaluation of non-silver photographic prints.
    5. Develop an understanding of the history of non-silver photography and its relationship to traditional photographic printmaking.
  

  • ART 296 - Internship and Career Development

    3 CR
    This course provides supervision within a seminar setting for the Photography and Multimedia Internship and Career Development student. Activities may include reports on assigned readings, peer discussions of internship experiences, self-assessment activities, guest lectures, field trips, a professional portfolios, art business analysis, and promotional materials (resume, business card, postcard, etc.) development. This course is meant to provide a supportive environment in which to examine issues, address concerns, develop skills, and receive the necessary guidance pertinent to the internship experience and process. Participation in all classes is mandatory. It is recommended that students take this course in their last semester of study. [48-48-96] Lab Fee

    Course Learning Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate understanding of course and workplace goals or needs.
    2. Identify workplace professional standards.
    3. Model professional behavior while listening and communicating effectively with professional associates or clients.
    4. Utilize, in a professional manner, media or workplace specific terminology, methodology or technology.
    5. Present and defend professional opinions based on a set of criteria.
    6. Produce examples of professional photographic or multimedia works reflective of course learning.
 

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