Objectives for the Art Major

1. Art graduates are aesthetically sensitive and critical.
2. Art graduates know art historical styles, media, techniques and themes from a variety of cultures.
3. Art graduates have a basic understanding of concepts and issues relevant to current art practice.
4. Art graduates demonstrate sustained, independent research in a chosen area of specialization on a professional level.
5. Art graduates articulate personal and archetypal (social, psychological, religious, physical, etc.) themes through self-generated modes of visual communication.
6. Art graduates are prepared for admission to Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts degree programs in the Visual Arts.

Major Requirements
Forty credits, eight of which must be upper division. Art majors are required to submit a portfolio of their work and have a conference with the art faculty after completion of the basic 20 credit course sequence or its equivalent (ART 111, 112, 113, 211, and 251). At the conclusion of the review, the student may either be admitted as an art major, not admitted, or in certain cases, granted one probationary semester at the end of which work would be considered for a second time. All majors will organize and hang a senior exhibition of their work (or Art Education majors may do a senior project) which must meet the approval of the art faculty.

Required Core Courses:
ART 111, 112, 113, 211, 251
ART 400

Recommended Courses:
ART 252, 300, and two from 352, 353, and 354

ART 111 - Design - 4 credits
A study of the basic principles and elements of two-dimensional form and composition. Alternate discussion and projects designed to acquaint the student with material and techniques in the plastic arts.
(Offered fall semester.)

ART 112 - Sculpture - 4 credits)
A study of the elements of three-dimensional form. Working with a variety of materials using processes such as construction/fabrication and mold making/casting. No prerequisite.
(Offered spring semester.)

ART 113 - Drawing I - 4 credits
Studio work in beginning drawing from still life and nature. Basic experiences with form description using a wide range of media.
(Offered fall semester of odd calendar years.)

ART 210 - Art Education I - 2 or 4 credits
Laboratory work designed to give the student an acquaintance with a wide range of projects usable in public schools. Discussion of aim and methods of art instruction in public schools.
(Offered fall semester.)

ART 211 - Painting I - 4 credits
Composition in acrylics with emphasis on structuring of two-dimensional form and space. Primary resources are still life and nature.
Prerequisite: ART 111 and 113 or instructor's permission.
(Offered fall semester.)

ART 217 - Crafts - 2 or 4 credits
Studio work is basic crafts both traditional and contemporary. Work based on design principles as applied to various media.
Prerequisite: ART 211 or instructor's permission.
(Offered fall semester of even calendar years.)

ART 251 - Art History: Introduction and Survey - 4 credits
The first seven weeks of the course are intended as an introductory study of artists, their ideas, and styles, with an emphasis upon the variety of media and styles in the history of art. The second seven weeks consists of a beginning survey of art historical movements commencing with Western painting, sculpture, and architecture from prehistoric times through the Aegean and Greek periods.
(Offered fall semester of odd calendar years.)

ART 252 - Art History: Survey II - 4 credits
Beginning with Rome and its Empire, the painting, sculpture, and architecture since the time of Christ is considered in this survey. The Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods are studied in depth, along with a brief overview of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Socioeconomic, cultural, and religious influences are considered.
(Offered spring semester of even calendar years.)

ART 300 - Drawing II - 4 credits
Study of drawing as representation, expression, and composition. Emphasis on drawing of the figure form the posed model using brush, pen, charcoal, etc.
Prerequisite: ART 111 and 113.
(Offered fall semester of even calendar years.)

ART 301 - Graphic Design - 4 credits
Problems in lettering, layout and graphic design. Application of creative design to the fields of advertising and product design.
Prerequisite: ART 111 and 113.
(Offered fall semester of even calendar years.)

ART 308 - Painting II - 4 credits
Advanced problems involving creative experiments with various painting media. The student is encouraged to develop an individual approach to contemporary painting problems.
Prerequisite: ART 211.
(Offered fall semester.)

ART 310 - Ceramics I - 4 credits
A study of three-dimensional form in pottery. Pottery design and construction using coil, slab, casting, and wheel throwing methods. Experimental glazing and firing techniques are explored.
No prerequisite.
(Offered fall semester.)

ART 312 - Sculpture II - 4 credits
Continued development of sculptural concepts with emphasis on creative and imaginative resolution. Interdisciplinary exploration as preparation for further advanced study.
Prerequisite: ART 112.
(Offered Spring semester.)

ART 320 - Ceramics II - 4 credits
A continuation of the investigations of the introductory course with emphasis on the development of personal expression in clay media and glazing technique.
Prerequisite: ART 310
(Offered fall semester)

ART 350 - Art Education II
Experiments in drawing, painting, and three-dimensional materials. Discussion and study of curriculum, aims, and philosophy of art in the secondary school, and clinical experiences.
Prerequisite: ART 210.
(Offered spring semester of even calendar years.)

ART 352 - Art History: The Nineteenth Century - 2 credits
A study of European art and architectural movements from Neoclassicism thought, Impressionism, Symbolism, and the Art Nouveau.
Prerequisite: ART 251 and 252, or HUM 211, or instructor's permission.
(Offered spring semester of even calendar years.)

ART 353 - Art History: The Twentieth Century - 2 credits
Problems in art and architecture of the past seven decades beginning with Expressionism and Cubism and continuing through the most recent developments.
Prerequisite: ART 251 and 252, or HUM 211, or instructor's permission.
(Offered fall semester of even calendar years.)

ART 354 - Art History: American Art - 2 credits
An examination of the architecture, painting, sculpture and experimental forms which have made significant contributions to the development of the visual arts in the United States from colonial times to the present. Attention will be given to European influence and to the art of Latin and Native America.
No prerequisite. May fulfill the two credit visual art component of the General Education (HUM 211).
(Offered fall semester of odd numbered years.)

ART 390 - Independent Studio - Variable Credit
Provides time and space for the student who has completed at least the second level in any of the areas of specialization. The student works independently, approximately 12 hours per week. Work time is punctuated by weekly, individual, one half hour meetings with the instructor and by biweekly critiques with other students in Independent and Advanced studio classes. The main goal of the course is the achievement of a personal expression which indicates clear conceptual development as evidenced in a body of work and a written statement. Students may take as many hours of Independent Studio as is necessary to complete the major requirements or to fulfill personal objectives.
Prerequisite: Any second level studio course (ART 301, 308, 312, 320, 300) or department head's permission.
(Offered every semester.)

ART 400 - Advanced Studio -4 credits
Advanced studio which allows the qualified student to select his/her medium and explore it more intensively. The culmination of this semester will be an exhibition prepared by the student. A sufficient number of juried works will be required for a complete show in the college art gallery. May be repeated for a total of eight hours.
Prerequisite: Permission of the department.
(Offered every semester.)

ART 199 / 399 - Open-Titled Course - 1 to 4 Credits
This course provides the channel for experimental and exploratory study. It may be used to develop or extend coursed regularly offered. This course also may be used for individual academic pursuits not listed in the regularly developed sequence of course offerings. A breadth of alternatives are provided for, such as, Independent Study, Individual Readings, Individual Research, Field Experience, and its offering is contingent upon professional or student request.

ART 405 - Internship
In this course the student applies theories and skills learned in the major. Each experience should include significant learning opportunities related to the student's major field. Forty to sixty hours of work experience is required for each credit awarded. A learning experience summary paper following departmental guidelines is required as well as a final interview with the academic supervisor. A maximum of twelve credits may be applied to the degree.
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing with a 2.0 GPA, 18 semester credits completed in the field and departmental approval.

ART 489 - Departmental Honors Research - 1 to 2 credits

ART 490 - Departmental Honors Study - 1 to 2 credits