Course Descriptions

Art 3910 Art for Elementary Schools (2)
Elements of art structure and the principles of composition and their application in creative visual art experiences, especially adapted for children ages 4 through 12. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3915 Problems in Elementary Art Education (3)
The art teacher's role in teaching art history, art criticism and aesthetics, along with the production of artwork for children ages 4 through 12, will be explored. Prerequisites: Art 1110 and Art 1315. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3920 Problems in Secondary Art Education (3)
Topics to be explored include: purposes of art education, art curriculum considerations, safety in the art classroom, and supplies and materials. Prerequisite: Art 3915. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 4920 Methods of Teaching Art* (2)
Prerequisites: admission to Teacher Education Program; double majors must take a methods course for each major; methods should be taken concurrently with Art 4930 during the Professional Semester.

Art 4930 Secondary Field Experience II* (1)
Experiences in the secondary school classroom that provide the teacher candidate more advanced involvement in the teaching-learning process. Prerequisites: admission to Teacher Education Program; should be taken concurrently with Art 4920 during the Professional Semester.

* Not available for graduate credit

Art 1800 Ideas and the Visual Arts (3)
Explores the idea and practice of the visual arts in modern society. A study of style, form, content, and aesthetic judgment emphasizing the visual arts as a means of communicating ideas.

Art 1815 Art History Survey I (3)
Prehistoric to the fourteenth century.

Art 1825 Art History Survey II (3)
Art history from 1400 to the present.

Art 1835 Survey of Non-Western Art History (3)
The survey of the aesthetic and stylistic development of the traditional arts and architecture of non-western culture.

Art 3800 History of Furniture and Interiors (3)
The survey of the furniture and interiors from ancient to modern times. Emphasis is given to the styles from the Renaissance to the nineteenth century.

Art 4850 Twentieth Century Art & Architecture (3)
A history of the visual arts of the world in the 20th Century.

Art 4860 Contemporary Art & Design (3)
The exploration of contemporary art and design in a context of art historical style by utilizing specialized information networks which chart and chronicle its development.

Art 4010 Special Projects in Art (1-3)
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.

Art 4020 Studio Seminar (3)
By arrangement, with consent of the instructor involved, and through individual directed study. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite: senior year with consent.

Art 2610 Introduction to Graphic Design and Illustration (3)
Basic orientation to the field of Graphic Design and Illustration. Presentation skills, use of tools and materials. Creative problem solving in the areas of advertising, publication, graphic design, and illustration. Usually offered each semester. Prerequisites: Art 1110 and Art 1315. Graphic arts majors-Grap 2030 and Grap 2031. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3610 Typography (3)
Principles of design and usage of letter forms and alphabet styles provide the basis for experiments in spacing, arrangement, and integration of typographic and other graphic elements on the printed page. Usually offered each semester. Prerequisites: Art 1110 and Art 1315. Graphic arts majors-Grap 2030 and Grap 2031. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3620 Logo/Trademark Design (3)
The design of symbolic and lettergraphic identifiers, practical application of symbols, signs, and visual metaphors from simple logotypes to sophisticated corporate identity programs. Usually offered spring only. Prerequisites: Art 2610 and Art 3610. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3625 Illustration Techniques (3)
The application of wet and dry media with various surfaces to achieve a range of visual effects with an emphasis on exploration and experimentation. Nineteenth and twentieth century illustrators' works are studied as a means of understanding visual possibilities and styles. Prerequisite: Art 2610. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3630 Design for Advertising (3)
Advertising concepts, layout, client presentation for print application. Developing, visualizing, and communicating effective advertising for magazines, newspapers, and outdoor posters. Usually offered fall only. Prerequisites: Art 2610 and Art 3610. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3635 Illustration Concepts (3)
The interpretation of written and verbal information resulting in appropriate and successful visual solutions. Concept and visual vocabulary are stressed as a means of satisfying client needs. Students will begin to identify and build a personal illustrative style. Prerequisite: Art 3625. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3640 Package Design (3)
Packaging and point_of_sale graphics from concept to client presentation. Usually offered spring only. Prerequisite: Art 3620. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3660 Publication Design (3)
Publications as design problems. The design of folders, brochures and soft_ bound print pieces through the manipulation of type, photos, art, paper and grid systems. Usually offered fall only. Prerequisites: Art 3620 and Grap 2030. (Grap 2030 may be taken concurrently.) An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 4610 Interactive Design (3)
An introduction to the field of digital visual communication throught the study and application of design for various interactive formats, including the world wide web. Creative concepts, structure, navigation, sound, and animation, along with the integration of new technologies, mehtods, and means will be explored.

Art 4625 Advanced Illustration I* (3)
The application of illustration techniques and concepts to advertising and editorial assignments in a simulated professional setting. Projects will stress the research and generation of visual references, working with art directors and editors, meeting tight deadlines. Prerequisite: Art 3635. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 4635 Advanced Illustration II* (3)
A continuation of Art 4625 with an emphasis on the business aspects of free-lance illustration. Prerequisite: Art 4625. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 1315 Design I (3)
Introduces the use of the visual elements within the context of the principles of design.

Art 1325 Design II (3)
The study of color, its application within the design process and its use as an integral component in design. Prerequisite: Art 1315.

Art 2310 Interior Design Studio I (3)
A practical guide to the fundamentals of interior design and an overview of the interior design profession. Prerequisites: Art 1110 and Art 1315.

Art 2320 Building Systems and Sustainability (3)
Provides and overview of construction and building systems as they related to Interior Design. Provide knowledge of theoretical and technical content of Interior Design practice.

Art 2335 Design III (3)
Creative applications of color and design theory in a variety of design situations. Prerequisite: Art 1325.

Art 3305 Interior Design Presentation Techniques (3)
The techniques necessary for the presentation of interior design solutions. Both traditional media and computer-aided technology will be implemented. Prerequisites: Art 1325 and Art 2310.

Art 3310 Interior Design Studio II (3)
A study of traditional interior design problems. An emphasis in architectural interior elements, interior surfaces, finishes, and application. Prerequisites: ART 2320 for art majors; consent of instructor for nonmajors. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3314 Fibers (3)
Basic course in the fundamentals and techniques of creating on and off loom structures and fabrics. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3320 Professional Practice for Interior Designers (3)
The study of interior design business practices. The history of the profession and considerations required when organizing and managing a business. Prerequisite: Art 2310.

Art 3330 Interior Design Studio III (3)
Intermediate work in interior design studio problems. Includes further experience in lighting, acoustics and indoor air quality and associated building codes. An additional fee is associated with this course. Prerequisite: ART 3310 for art majors; consent of instructor for nonmajors.

Art 3340 Interior Detailing and Furniture Design (3)
The detailing of interior environments and furniture design to include casework and furnishings through a coordinated study of structure, style, and materials. Prerequisite: Art 2320.

Art 4310 Design Internship (2-3)
An elective course for interior design and commercial art majors operated in conjunction with various business firms, wherein students are afforded the opportunity of working alongside professional designers in the field. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite: a major on the undergraduate level of either interior design or commercial art and with approval of departmental committee.

Art 4324 Papermaking (3)
Introduces the student to western techniques in hand papermaking: sheet forming and two- and three-dimensional paper structures. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours.

Art 4340 Interior Design Studio IV (3)
Advanced work in interior design studio problems. Advanced programming and increasing emphasis on spatial development in predominantly commercial and/or institutional environments. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course. Prerequisite: ART 3330 for art Prerequisite: Art 3330 for art majors; Grap 3160 or consent of instructor for nonmajors.

Art 1110 Drawing I (3)
Basic principles of perspective and composition through problems in landscape and still life.

Art 1120 Drawing II (3)
Compositional drawing in various media including ink wash and pen and ink. Prerequisite: Art 1110.

Art 3110 Drawing III (3)
The application of fundamentals of drawing to creative problems in figure, still life, and landscape composition. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisites: Art 1120 and Art 3209.

Art 5110 Special Problems in Drawing (3)
Drawing in all media from models and from imagination leading to finished drawings. Emphasis on composition. Study of old masters and contemporary drawings. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 3110.

Art 3209 Figure Construction (3)
The skeletal and muscular construction of the human figure as it relates to the action and proportions of the figure. Drawing from life. Prerequisite: Art 1110. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3210 Life Drawing (3)
Drawing from a live model with the emphasis on techniques. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 3209. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 5210 Advanced Life Drawing (3)
Drawing from the model at rest and in action in all media. Studies in composition and the analysis of the work of the old and modern masters. Special emphasis given to techniques. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 3209. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Capstone ICAP 4221 Artists in Contemporary Society* (3)
Artists examine diverse theories of art and ethics as it impacts their careers in a global society. Prerequisite: Consent to enroll, based on the following conditions: all general studies completed; art major; scheduled for graduation the semester enrolled (or the following semester if an art education major).

*Not available for graduate credit.

Art 2511 Painting I (3)
The creative art process with emphasis on the basic visual concepts and styles, ranging from the care and use of painting tools to the execution of paintings, and including some painting history. Prerequisites: Art 1110 and Art 1315.

Art 3510 Watercolor (3)
Application of principles of composition in the medium of transparent watercolor. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours.

Art 3511 Painting II (3)
Study and practice in basic painting techniques. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours.

Art 4511 Painting III (3)
Application of principles of composition in the medium of oil or acrylic paint. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours.

Art 5511 Advanced Oil Painting (3)
Pictorial organization and the methods and techniques of painting in oils. Analysis of subject matter, preliminary sketches, and preparation of frames for exhibitions. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisites: Art 1325 and Art 4511.

Art 5520 Advanced Watercolor (3)
The methods and techniques of painting in watercolor and gouache. Special attention to subject matter, preliminary sketches, and composition. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 3510.

Art 2710 Printmaking I (3)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the basics of various printmaking processes. Prerequisites: ART 1110 and ART 1315. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3710 Printmaking II (3)
Advanced techniques are explored in one or more of the four printmaking processes. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 semester hours. Prerequisite: ART 2710. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3720 Printmaking III (3)
Individual artistic direction is developed in one of the four printmaking processes. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 semester hours. Prerequisite: ART 3710. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 5710 Printmaking Studio (3)
Advanced study in the specialized areas of printmaking. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisites: Art 3710, Art 3720, Art 3730 and Art 3740, or consent.

Art 2412 Ceramics I (3)
Basic skills on the three pottery making methods: e.g., slab, coil, and pottery wheel with emphasis on aesthetic qualities. Wheel throwing will be accented. Basic experiences in kiln stacking and firing. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 2420 Sculpture I (3)
Fundamentals in sculpture including additive, subtractive, and construction techniques. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3412 Ceramics II (3)
Extended studio research in pottery design and forming. Technical methods in the preparation of clay bodies, glazes, and kiln firing and maintenance. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 2412. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 3420 Sculpture II (3)
Individual problems in techniques of sculpture utilizing a variety of media. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 2420. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 4412 Ceramics III (3)
Production of advanced ceramics projects with emphasis on the search for individual styles and choices of forming methods. Advanced study of glaze chemistry, clay body formulation, and kiln construction. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 3412 or consent of instructor. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 4420 Sculpture III (3)
Advanced individual problems in techniques of sculpture utilizing a variety of media. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 3420. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 5410 Sculpture Studies (3)
Stylistic direction involving preliminary cartoons and scale model forms with an evaluation of the work problems in sculpture. Materials will include clay (terra cotta), plaster, wood, metal, and cast metals with special emphasis placed upon originality, finish, and presentation. The student will be encouraged to select his/her own media. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 2420. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Art 5412 Ceramics Studio (3)
Encourages the development of stylistic direction and exhibition involvement through the intensive study of student/instructor selected areas of ceramics. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite: Art 4412. An additional fee is associated with this course.