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  • 3.00 Credits

    This is an advanced course in small-metals techniques. The technical experiences of ART 3440 will be further expanded. Students' efforts concentrate on a more limited number of projects, which are taken to higher level of form exploration and technical execution. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ART 3440 OR Instructor Consent.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The course emphasizes a variety of media, both traditional and nontraditional materials and processes. Studio pieces produced in the class are expected to have a three-dimensional orientation, and incorporate technique and process from other media areas. Work formats range from objects to installations, and may incorporate performance, video, interactivity, photography, digital techniques, painting, and printmaking. Emphasis is placed on the cultural associations of process, as well as on the aesthetic and communicative effects of media. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ART 3410 OR Instructor Consent.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Starting with basic mechanical and electronic theory, and progressing to include sensing, motion control and computer applications. Students explore the physical and conceptual aspects of machine making as a sculpture process. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ART 3410 OR Instructor Consent.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The studio course explores the making of installations (art works which are environment-based rather than object-oriented). Class activities include discussions and slide lectures investigating different variables in installation including the manipulation of site, space, sound and experience. Through the construction of environments, students explore site specific, multimedia, new media, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approaches to art making. Prerequisites: Declared Emphasis in BFA Studio Art OR Major status in Art Teaching OR completion of Graphic Design 1st year review
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a continuation of ART/SCLPT 4410. Students focus on developing a body of studio work with a strong emphasis on establishing serial works and complete artist portfolios. Integration of written statements, research, and verbal skills is expected. Students are responsible for completion of artist portfolio, including slide documentation, resume, and statements related to works in progress. Exposure to specific sculptural vocabularies include mixed media, architectural, environmental, performance, installation, site work, and political/social. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (ART 3410 AND ART 4410).
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course develops an understanding of digital video technology as a means of creating art works in conjunction with 3-dimensional media areas. It explores digital aesthetics and conceptual aspects of digital processes and imagery, focusing on integration of these processes with more traditional art formats. Having prior computer skills is not a prerequisite. Technology demonstrations provide necessary information and skills in digital input, output, and manipulation processes in both digital video and sound formats. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ART 3410 OR Instructor Consent.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides students with an opportunity to explore the role of the arts as a form of environmental action. Using texts, site visits, and discussions, the students will research current environmental issues locally, nationally, and globally and experience innovative arts projects by artists and art collectives that are addressing the current environmental crisis. Students will combine personal and collaborative approaches to creating artworks that invoke awareness and/or change within their community. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in ART 3410 OR Instructor Consent
  • 3.00 Credits

    Commonly co-taught with faculty from diverse disciplines and focusing on one specialized aspect of art making. Specialized techniques, site specific environmental installations, architectural designs, community, and social projects are common directives. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (ART 3410 AND ART 3490).
  • 3.00 Credits

    This is an internship to develop students' competencies as visual arts educators in school or community settings. Under the supervision of an instructor and a community supervisor, students learn knowledge and skills related to various aspects of visual arts education. First-hand experience provides students with a deepened understanding of the art education field. Please note: this is a service-learning course and has a required four hour per week service commitment. Prerequisites: Declared Emphasis in BFA Studio Art OR Major status in Art Teaching OR completion of Graphic Design 1st year review
  • 3.00 Credits

    This capstone studio course provides students with the necessary information to become professional art educators. Students will explore the properties and uses of multiple artistic materials as a tool for supporting the artistic development of youth. Students will have numerous opportunities to engage in hands-on experimentation with two-and three-dimensional media as they consider how best to apply these processes to visual arts education. Through studio work, workshops, presentations and discussions, students will learn about issues pertinent to beginning arts educators. Prerequisites: Declared Emphasis in BFA Studio Art OR Major status in Art Teaching OR completion of Graphic Design 1st year review