Courses designated “E” are for enrichment only. These courses are for zero credit and are not transferable to any institution. Fees for “E” courses include instructor costs and fees.

ART 103	Two-Dimension Design	3 CR
This course focuses on two-dimensional problem solving, conceptualization, and implementation through exposure to a variety of media and techniques. An emphasis will be placed on critical thinking to achieve communication of content, visual expression, and aesthetic value. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 103E	Two-Dimension Design	0 CR
Same description as ART 103. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 105	Contemporary Art Survey	2 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS reading score of 70, or a “C” in STSK 98, or “P” in STSK 99. Concepts, trends, and ideas as expressed in contemporary visual arts, including architecture, fine arts, and the arts of commerce. Humanities credit.
ART 110	Drawing I	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
ART 110E	Drawing I	0 CR
Same description as ART 110. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
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
ART 160	Painting and Illustration I	2 CR
Study of the fundamentals of painting expression. A variety of styles and techniques are explored with emphasis on oil or acrylic paint media. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 160E	Painting and Illustration I	0 CR
Same description as ART 160. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 201	Painting and Illustration II	2 CR
Prerequisite: ART 160. Development of painting techniques, concepts, and skills through a variety of painting problems. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 201E	Painting and Illustration II	0 CR
Prerequisite: ART 160. Same description as ART 201. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
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 basis 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
ART 204E	Three-Dimension Art	0 CR
Same description as ART 204. Lab Fee
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ART 210	History of Photography and Film	3 CR
This course will explore photography and film from its early years to its present with emphasis on its esthetic, historical, technical, and social contexts.
ART 211	Art Appreciation	3 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS reading score of 70, or a “C” in STSK 98, or “P” in STSK 99. 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 213. Humanities credit.
ART 212	Art History	3 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS reading score of 70, or a “C” in STSK 98, or “P” in STSK 99. Historical survey of art from prehistoric ages to the Renaissance. Humanities credit.
ART 213	Art History	3 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS reading score of 70, or a “C” in STSK 98, or “P” in STSK 99. Historical survey of art from the Renaissance to the present day. Humanities credit.
ART 215	Art Seminar I	3 CR
This studio art course will help students find 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
ART 215E	Art Seminar I	0 CR
Same description as ART 215. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 216	4-D Studio Art Seminar II	3 CR
Prerequisite: ART 215 or departmental approval. With basic understandings of visual literacy, this advanced studio art course will further refine and establish 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
ART 216E	4-D Studio Art Seminar II	0 CR
Prerequisite: ART 215 or departmental approval. Same description as ART 216. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 221	Photography Basics	2 CR
This is an introduction to the basics of photography. The student will learn basic camera operation, black and white film processing, darkroom printing, print matting, and basics of compositional design.[32-32-64] Lab Fee
ART 221E	Photography Basics	0 CR
Same description as ART 221. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
ART 222	Introduction to Photography	2-3 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 photographic medium and consider its application to the making of art. [32-32-64/48-48-96] Lab Fee
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ART 222E	Introduction to Photography	0 CR
Same description as ART 222. [32-32-64/48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 223	Intermediate Photography	3 CR
Prerequisite: ART 222. 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. 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
ART 223E	Intermediate Photography	0 CR
Prerequisite: ART 222. Same description as ART 223. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 224	Advanced Photography	3 CR
Prerequisite: ART 223. This advanced photography course is for students who want to fine-tune their photography skills. Emphasis will be on furthering explorations in the study of personal expression and development of creative style. Large and medium camera formats will be introduced. Lectures on the history of photography and zone system will be essential to student development. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 224E	Advanced Photography	0 CR
Prerequisite: ART 223. Same description as ART 224. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 225	Landscape Photography	2 CR
Prerequisite: ART 222. A six- to eight-week photographic experience built around an extended field trip. Six one-hour lectures prior to the trip will deal specifically with the techniques of landscape photography. Participants will be able to use the campus photographic library and laboratory to print and develop their work. This class may be combined with another course such as PEC 122. [14-18-32] Lab Fee
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 digital photographic equipment: image scanning, color digital printing, digital camera, and Adobe Photoshop. [48-48-96] Lab Fee
ART 229	Studio Photography	3 CR
Prerequisite: ART 222 or ART 221 with a “C” or better. 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 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
ART 230	Digital Color Photography II	3 CR
Prerequisite: ART 227 with a “C” or better. 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
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ART 231	Watercolor and Illustration I	1-2 CR
A course designed to introduce the student to various techniques and approaches to watercolor painting. A course with pictorial and non-representational composition, color value, and basic skills for successful watercolor renderings. [16-16-32/16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 231E	Watercolor and Illustration I	0 CR
Same description as ART 231. [16-16-32/16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 232	Watercolor and Illustration II	2 CR
Prerequisite: ART 231. A continuation of ART 231 with emphasis on intermediate-level painting problems. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 232E	Watercolor and Illustration II	0 CR
Same description as ART 232. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 245	Introduction to Ceramics	2 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. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 245E	Introduction to Ceramics	0 CR
Same description as ART 245. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 246	Intermediate Ceramics	2 CR
Prerequisite: ART 245. 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. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 246E	Intermediate Ceramics	0 CR
Same description as ART 246. [16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 295	Photography and Multimedia Special Topics	3 CR
This course will instruct the student in fundamental concepts and techniques of digital photography, including aesthetics and technical aspects as a basis for creating a photographic image. The student will learn to use the digital camera and digital darkroom using the Macintosh platform. The student will be challenged to investigate photographic medium and consider its application to the making of art. [48-48-96]
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, professional portfolio, 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
ART 297	Art Special Topics	1-3 CR
This course is designed to allow the student to explore focus areas in art, such as cartoon drawing and illustration, portrait painting and drawing, 3D design and sculpture, and printmaking. Since topics change this course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to six credits. [16-16-32/16-32-48/16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 297E	Art Special Topics	0 CR
Same description as ART 297. [16-16-32/16-32-48/16-48-64] Lab Fee
ART 298	Independent Study	1-4 CR
Prerequisite: departmental approval necessary prior to registration. 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.
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