Humantities

Art

Art courses fall within Areas II and V in degree plans. After successfully completing courses in art, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of artists and their works.
2. Recognize forms of artistic expression.
3. Attend art museums and other venues to appreciate the works displayed.

Course Descriptions

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ART 100 ART APPRECIATION: 3 credits
This course is designed to help the student find personal meaning in works of art and develop a better understanding of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis is on the diversity of form and content in original works of art. Upon completion, students should understand the fundamentals of art, the materials used and have a basic overview of the history of art.

ART 113 DRAWING I: 3 credits
This course provides the opportunity to develop perceptional and technical skills in a variety of media. Emphasis is placed on communication through experimenting with composition, subject matter and technique. Upon completion, students should demonstrate and apply the fundamentals of art to various creative drawing projects.

ART 203 ART HISTORY I: 3 credits
This course is part three of a five-part sequence which allows students to continue improving their sign language skills. This course provides students with instruction on locating items in the household, making suggestions and requests. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct an intermediate conversation utilizing sign language

ART 233 PAINTING I: 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to fundamental painting processes and materials. Topics include art fundamentals, color theory, and composition. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the fundamentals of art and discuss various approaches to the media and the creative processes associated with painting.