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Department of Art programs prepare students to be not only career artists, designers, administrators, and teachers but also creative and critical thinkers. Department exhibitions and lectures support these goals and add to the cultural life of the university and the community.

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DEGREES

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS

GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAM

The Department of Art offers three major degree programs: the Bachelor of Fine Arts with Concentrations in Studio or Graphic Design, the Bachelor of Arts in Visual Studies, and the Bachelor of Arts in Art Education. All programs combine a liberal arts and studio education. Their key differences are outlined below.

In addition, the department offers undergraduate minors in Art, Art History, and Graphic Design for Advertising Majors. We also offer a graduate major and minor under the Master of Arts in Education Program.

Through the University Gallery, the department presents exhibitions, lectures, and workshops by nationally recognized artists designed to enhance the education of art students while serving the entire university and larger community. Faculty exhibitions, juried student shows, and graduating senior exhibitions are scheduled annually. The department reserves the right to retain and publish selected examples of student work.

The Department of Art is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Arts & Design.

The Department of Art invites interested individuals and groups to visit the campus and tour our facilities. Appointments should be made in advance through the Office of Admissions. (270) 745-2551.

 

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UNDERGRADUATE  DEGREE PROGRAMS

B.F.A. (514) Fine Art Concentration

B.F.A. (514) Studio Concentration, Ceramics Track

B.F.A. (514) Graphic Design Concentration

B.F.A. (514) Studio Concentration, Painting Track

B.F.A. (514) Studio Concentration, Printmaking Track

B.F.A. (514) Studio Concentration, Sculpture Track

B.F.A. (514) Studio Concentration, Weaving Track

B.A. (509) in Visual Studies

B.A. (509) in Art Education

B.A. (509) in Visual Studies, Ceramic Track

B.A. (509) in Visual Studies, Graphic Design Track

B.A. (509) in Visual Studies, Painting Track

B.A. (509) in Visual Studies, Printmaking Track

B.A. (509) in Visual Studies, Sculpture Track

B.A. (509) in Visual Studies, Weaving

Minor in Art (312)

Minor in Art History (316)

Minor Graphic Design for Ad Majors (385)


Program of Study Checklist for B. F. A. (514) Fine Art Concentration

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 341 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 440 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any four of the following basic studios: (220, 231, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio in Major
Choose nine advanced (300-level or above) courses in one studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Studio Electives
Choose any (2) studio course with proper prerequisites. - 300 Level or above
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Independent Study in Major
____ Art 490 Special Problems 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 491 Special Studies 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credits for B.F.A. in Fine Art 87 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.F.A. (514)
Studio Concentration, Ceramics Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 341 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 440 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any four of the following basic studios: (220, 231, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ Art 220 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio in Major
Take these nine advanced (300-level or above) courses in this studio area, meeting prerequisites and corequisites.
____ Art 321 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 420 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 421 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 422 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 423 Pottery Wheel Techniques 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 424 Glaze Composition 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 425 Ceramic Equipment Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 426 Special Firing Techniques 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 491 Special Studies 3.0 Credit Hours
Studio Electives
Choose any (2) studio course with proper prerequisites. (300 level or above)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Independent Study in Major
____ Art 490 Special Problems 3.0 Credit Hours

Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours


Total Credits for B.F.A. in Fine Art 87 Credit Hours

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Program of Studies Checklist for B.F.A. (514)
Graphic Design Concentration

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 341 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 440 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any four of the following basic studios: (220, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Major
____ Art 231 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 243 Digital Media 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 330 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 331 Visual Thinking or Jour 343 Print Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 334 History of Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 343 Digital Media, Time Based 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 430 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 431 Illustration 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 433 Package Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 436 Electronic Illustration or I.E. 308 Graphic Communication 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 438 Advanced Computer Graphics 3.0 Credit Hours
Studio Electives
You may choose any 300 level or above in area outside your major with proper prerequisite.
See basic studios above.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for B.F.A. in Graphic Design 87 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.F.A. (514)
Studio Concentration, Painting Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 341 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 440 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any four of the following basic studios: (220, 231, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ Art 260 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio in Major
Take these nine advanced (300-level or above) courses in this studio area, meeting prerequisites and corequisites.
____ Art 360 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 361 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 460 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 461 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 462 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 463 Senior Painting Studio I 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 464 Senior Painting Studio II 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 465 Advanced Senior Painting Studio I 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 466 Advanced Senior Painting Studio II 3.0 Credit Hours
Studio Electives
Choose any (2) studio course with proper prerequisites. (300 level or above)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Independent Study in Major
____ Art 490 Special Problems 3.0 Credit Hours

Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours


Total Credits for B.F.A. in Fine Art 87

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Program of Study Checklist for B.F.A. (514)
Studio Concentration, Printmaking Track


Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 341 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 440 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any four of the following basic studios: (220, 231, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ Art 250 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio in Major
Take these nine advanced (300-level or above) courses in this studio area, meeting prerequisites and corequisites.
____ Art 350 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 351 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 450 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 451 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 452 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 453 Senior Techniques in Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 454 Senior Composition in Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 455 Advanced Senior Techniques in Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 456 Advanced Senior Composition in Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
Studio Electives
Choose any (2) studio course with proper prerequisites. (300 level or above)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Independent Study in Major
____ Art 490 Special Problems 3.0 Credit Hours

Art History
_____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
_____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
_____ Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credits for B.F.A. in Fine Art 87 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.F.A. (514)
Studio Concentration, Sculpture Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 131 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 341 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 440 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any four of the following basic studios: (220, 231, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ Art 270 Sculpture Survey I 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio in Major
Take nine of ten possible advanced (300-level or above) courses in this studio area, meeting prerequisites and corequisites.
____ Art 370 Sculpture Survey II 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 371 Sculpture Methods, Welding I 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 372 Sculpture, Figurative Studies (may be repeated once) 3.0 - 6.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 470 Sculpture 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 471 Sculpture Methods, Foundry I 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 472 Sculpture 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 474 Sculpture Methods, Wood 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 475 Sculpture Methods, Welding II 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 476 Sculpture Methods, Foundry II 3.0 Credit Hours
Studio Electives
Choose any (2) studio course with proper prerequisites. (300 level or above)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Independent Study in Major
____ Art 490 Special Problems 3.0 Credit Hours

Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours


Total Credits for B.F.A. in Fine Art 87 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.F.A. (514)
Studio Concentration, Weaving Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 341 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 440 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any four of the following basic studios: (220, 231, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ Art 280 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio in Major
Take these nine advanced (300-level or above) courses in this studio area, meeting prerequisites and corequisites.
____ Art 380 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 381 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 480 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 481 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 482 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 483 Senior Fiber Techniques 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 484 Senior Fiber Composition 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 485 Advanced Senior Fiber Techniques 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 486 Advanced Senior Fiber Composition 3.0 Credit Hours
Studio Electives
Choose any (2) studio course with proper prerequisites. (300 level or above)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Independent Study in Major
____ Art 490 Special Problems 3.0 Credit Hours

Art History
_____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
_____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
_____ Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credits for B.F.A. in Fine Art 87 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Art Education (509)

Introductory Courses
___ Art 130 2-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
___ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (6) of the following basic studios:
___Art 220 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
___Art 231 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
___Art 243 Digital Media 3. 0 Credit Hours
___Art 250 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
___Art 260 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
___Art 270 Sculpture 3.0 Credit Hours
___Art 280 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours

Major Requirements
___Art 311 Introduction to Art Education 3.0 Credit Hours
___Art 411 Foundations of Art Education and Methods II 3.0 Credit Hours
___Art 413 Foundations of Art Education and Methods III 3.0 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Art 411 with a minimum of “C” or higher
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose (3) advanced (300-level or above) studios, meeting prerequisites.
___ 3.0 Credit Hours
___ 3.0 Credit Hours
___ 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Art 490 Special Problems in Art 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
___ Art 105 Art Survey I 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Art 106 Art Survey II 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Art 325 Asian, American, & African Art OR Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Elective
___ 3.0 Credit Hours


Sub-Total Credits for B.A. in Art Education 66 Credit Hours


Comprehensive Teacher Certification (P-12)
___ Edu 250 Introduction to Education 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Psy 310 Educational Psychology 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Exc 330 Intro to Exceptional Child Ed. 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Sec 489 Student Teaching Seminar 3.0 Credit Hours
___ Sec 490 Student Teaching 10.0 Credit Hours


Total Credits for B.A. in Art Education 88 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Visual Studies (509)

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (3) of the following basic studios: 220, 231, 240, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Area Requirements
Choose (3) advanced (300-level or above) studio courses in one studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose any (2) advanced studio courses meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for B.A. in Fine Art 48 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Visual Studies (509) Ceramic Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (3) of the following basic studios: 220, 231, 240, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280.
____ Art 220 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Area Requirements
Choose (3) advanced (300-level or above) studio courses in one studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ Art 321 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 420 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 421 Ceramics 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose any (2) advanced studio courses meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for B.A. in Fine Art 48 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Visual Studies (509)
Graphic Design Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (3) of the following basic studios: 220, 231, 240, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280.
____ Art 231 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Area Requirements
Choose (3) advanced (300-level or above) studio courses in one studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ Art 330 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 430 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 438 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose any (2) advanced studio courses meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours


Total Credit Hours for B.A. in Fine Art 48 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Visual Studies (509)
Painting Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (3) of the following basic studios: 220, 231, 240, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280.
____ Art 260 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Area Requirements
Choose (3) advanced (300-level or above) studio courses in one studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ Art 360 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 361 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 460 Painting 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose any (2) advanced studio courses meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for B.A. in Fine Art 48 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Visual Studies (509)
Printmaking Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (3) of the following basic studios: 220, 231, 240, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280.
____ Art 250 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Area Requirements
Choose (3) advanced (300-level or above) studio courses in one studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ Art 350 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 351 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 450 Printmaking 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose any (2) advanced studio courses meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for B.A. in Fine Art 48 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Visual Studies (509)
Sculpture Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (3) of the following basic studios: 220, 231, 240, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280.
____ Art 270 Sculpture Survey I 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Area Requirements
Choose these advanced (300-level or above) studio courses in this studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ Art 370 Sculpture Survey II 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 371 Sculpture Methods, Welding 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 372 Sculpture, Figurative Studies 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose any (2) advanced studio courses meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for B.A. in Fine Art 48 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for B.A. in Visual Studies (509)
Weaving Track

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 131 3-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (3) of the following basic studios: 220, 231, 240, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280.
____ Art 280 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Area Requirements
Choose (3) advanced (300-level or above) studio courses in one studio area, meeting prerequisites.
____ Art 380 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 381 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 480 Weaving 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio Electives
Choose any (2) advanced studio courses meeting prerequisites.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Portfolio
____ Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for B.A. in Fine Art 48 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for Minor in Art (312)

Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 2-D Design for 2-D track OR
____ Art 131 3-D Design for 3-D track 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 340 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Basic Studio Requirements
Choose any (1) of the following basic studios: (220, 231, 243, 250, 260, 270, 280)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Studio
Choose (2) advanced courses in one studio area.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History
____ Art 105 Art Survey (Ancient-Gothic) OR
____ Art 106 Art Survey (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Elective
(300 level or above)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Elective
(300 level or above in Studio or Art History)
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for Art Minor 30 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for Minor in Art History (316)

Required Courses
____ Art 105 Art Survey, (Ancient-Gothic) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 405 Art Theory and Criticism 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 494 Seminar in Art History 3.0 Credit Hours
Art History Electives
Must be at 300 - 400 level.
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours
____ 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for Minor in Art History 21 Credit Hours

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Program of Study Checklist for Graphic Design Minor for Advertising Majors (385)


Introductory Courses
____ Art 130 2-D Design 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 140 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
____ Art 105, (Ancient-Gothic) OR 106 Art Survey, (Renaissance-Modern) 3.0 Credit Hours
Drawing Requirements
____ Art 240 Drawing 3.0 Credit Hours
Graphic Design Requirements
____ Art 231 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 330 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
Advanced Graphic Design Electives
Choose (4) advanced courses
____ Art 331 Visual Thinking 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 334 Graphic Design Survey 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 430 Graphic Design 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 431 Illustration 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 432 Portfolio 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 433 Package Design 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 436 Electronic Illustration 3.0 Credit Hours
Art 438 Advanced Computer Graphics 3.0 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours for Graphic Design Minor 30 Credit Hours

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GRADUATE

MAE, Art Education Major (055) Program Components:

Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Master of Arts in Education, Art Major, applicants must:
1. hold or be eligible to hold a provisional teaching certificate for P-12 Art Education
2. meet the requirements for acceptance into Graduate College as stated in the Western Kentucky University Graduate Catalog. These requirements include a "GAP" score (the product of the GRE score times the overall undergraduate grade point average) of 3200 or higher. Contact the Office of Graduate Studies, 270-745-2446, for the Graduate Records Exam schedule and specific application procedures.
The Master of Arts in Education requires the development of a Professional Development Plan (PDP) and a Portfolio which reflect satisfactory progress toward the attainment of the Experienced Teacher Performance Standards. In addition, a written comprehensive examination is required at the conclusion of the course work. The PDP, Portfolio and all courses must be successfully completed before the recommendations for rank change is made. The credit hours over thirty (30) taken on a Master of Arts program will transfer to a Rank I program.

A. Required Major Course Components (18 hours)
(Art Education Advisor Approved)

Major (Art Education) Advisor
Dr. Miwon Choe, Assistant Professor
Art Education, Department of Art
FAC 439, 270-745-7052
miwon.choe@wku.edu

1. Core of Required Studies in Art/Design Education
Art 511 Investigations in Art Education (3 credit hours)
(History of Art Education)
Art 512 Investigations in Art Education: Topical Seminar in Art Education
(Research/Assessment Component Course)
Art 590 Workshop: Arts/Humanities Education (3-6 credit hours)
Art 599 Thesis Research and Writing (6 credit hours)
Art 600 Maintaining Matriculation (1-6 credit hours)
Total Core of Required Studies in Art/Design Education 9 Credit Hours
2. Other Studies in Art/Design
Art 520 Ceramic Art (3-9 credit hours)
Art 540 Drawing (3-9 credit hours)
Art 550 Printmaking (3-9 credit hours)
Art 560 Painting (3-9 credit hours)
Art 570 Sculpture (3-9 credit hours)
Art 580 Weaving (3-9 credit hours)
Total Other Studies in Art/Design 6 Credit Hours
3. Electives
Art 500 Early Medieval Art (3 credit hours)
Art 501 Romanesque and Gothic Art (3 credit hours)
Art 591 Investigations in Art History (3 credit hours)
Art 401G Art in the Italian Renaissance (3 credit hours)
Art 405G Art Theory and Criticism (3 credit hours)
Total Electives 3 Hours
B. Required Minor Course Components (12 credit hours)
(Secondary Education Advisor Approved)

Minor (Secondary Education) Advisor
Dr. Tabitha Daniel, Interim Dept. Head
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Tate Page Hall 306, 270-745-2615
tabitha.daniel@wku.edu


1. Professional Development Component (3 credit hours)
EDU 501 Seminar: Designing Professional Development Plan (1 credit hour)
EDU 596 Portfolio Development & Professional Education Growth Plan (2 credit hours)
2. Educational Psychology Component (3 credit hours)
PSY 510 Advanced Educational Psychology
PSY 511 Psychology of Learning
or
PSY 519 Psychological Perspectives on
Classroom Behavior
3. Strategies Component (3 credit hours)
EDU 544 Classroom Teaching Strategies
GTE 537 Curriculum, Strategies, & Materials for Gifted Students
ENVE 575 Introduction to Environmental Education
LTCY 524 Teaching Reading Skills in the Content Areas
LTCY 444G Reading in the Middle & Secondary Grades
4. Curriculum Component (3 credit hours)
SEC 580 The Curriculum or
MGE 571 Middle School Curriculum
# Deficiency Requirement
If an Exceptional Child Education course is not documented on the candidate's undergraduate program, students are required to enroll in EXED 516. (3 credit hours)
These hours will be in addition to the 30 hours required for the program.

MASTERS COMPREHENSIVE EXAM GUIDELINES
Written comprehensive examinations are required of all Masters degree candidates in teacher education programs. Students must have completed the course requirements for their Master degree program before applying for the comprehensive exams.

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CONCENTRATIONS  

Art Education

Art History

Ceramics 

Graphic Design

Painting

Printmaking

Sculpture

Weaving

Art Education

The art education program is dedicated to the training of art teachers who are prepared to meet the needs and standards of state and national markets. The prospective art teachers will study the methods of teaching art and learn ways to impart the joys of art to students of all backgrounds. The art education program strives to produce knowledgeable, reflective and creative art education professionals on elementary and secondary levels. Art education students acquire a strong understanding of content through foundation, intermediate and advanced levels of studio, art history courses and field experience.

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Art History

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Ceramics

Courses in ceramics develop technical, aesthetic and conceptual skills beginning with basic knowledge of handbuilding and ceramic history. Continued development introduces wheel throwing, clay and glaze chemistry and exploration of contemporary issues in art and craft. The studio is equipped with gas and electric kilns, slab roller and clay mixer. The ceramics program enourages individual discovery.

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Graphic Design

Graphic design courses help students prepare for careers in visual communication. Fundamental skills in creative layout design, typographic composition, illustration, symbol development, computer graphics and portfolio preparation are stressed. Major concerns are the development of a personal design sense and ability to prepare work on a professional level. Student may receive academic credit through the university 's cooperative education program. The department of art recognizes the potential of emerging technology. Our lab facilities exploration in a broadening range of studio courses. Web design, print design, illustration, and experimentation in new media are some of the areas involved.

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Painting

The mission of the painting program is to provide an artistic experience of depth and quality to emerging artists of all backgrounds. Students negotiate the medium of paint through formal, technical, and conceptual models with an emphasis on process. Exposed to a variety of media and strategies, students develop an understanding of their work within the context of the historical and the contemporary. Ultimately, each student is engaged in the development of an individual and sustainable studio practice. The painting studio is a fully equipped large space with skylights, tall windows, and semi-private studios for advanced students. An adjacent room is used for critiques and has a workspace with power tools for building canvases.
Upper levels of both painting and drawing are asked to use the framework of each discipline to explore the Tunexpected; to seek possibilities over known outcomes.

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Printmaking

Each semester, students in printmaking investigate at least one of the major printmaking processes, Traditional and contemporary approaches to printmaking are encouraged. Non-toxic processes and safety issues are stressed. Advanced students receive individual critiques to encourage the development of strong personal concepts with technical proficiency. The printmaking area contains 2 intaglio and 2 lithography presses, a vented screen printing vacuum, flat file storage and generous work table.

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Sculpture

Studies in sculpture heighten aesthetic sensitivities, deepen conceptual investigation, and widen technical responses students may employ in the creation of engaging forms and spaces. Beginning studies include modeling, carving, and casting methods as well as mixed media fabrication. Later studies encourage students to seek a personal aesthetic location within the continuum of activities that demarcate contemporary sculpture.

The studio has extensive facilities in woodworking, various welding technologies and a sizable foundry for casting metals. Renovated outdoor facilities and display spaces adjoin the main studio.

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Weaving

The course sequence in weaving provides instruction in all of the fundamental on-loom techniques. Students progress from basic to complicated techniques using natural and synthetic fibers. Independently designed works are undertaken in   advanced coursed. The weaving studio has 23 floor looms, 4 and 8 harnesses, warping boards and a dye area.

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COURSES

Art Education Courses

Art History Courses  

Ceramics Courses 

Design for Ad Majors Courses

Digital Media Courses

Drawing Courses

Foundation Courses

Graphic Design Courses

Independent Studies Courses

Painting Courses

Printmaking Courses

Sculpture  Courses

Weaving  Courses

Super Saturday Classes

Art Education Courses

ART 310 ART EDUCATION IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

A requirement for elementary education majors, this course studies the materials, methods and functions of art in the elementary curriculum through the use of lectures, readings, observations and selected studio problems. (every semester)

ART 311 FOUNDATIONS OF ART EDUCATION AND METHODS I 3 HOURS Prerequisites: EDU 250, ART 105, Art 106, and junior standing; or permission of instructor.

An introductory course for theoretical as well as practical foundations of  elementary and/or middle school art education and methods. Field experience will be required. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to designated or assigned sites.

ART 411 FOUNDATIONS OF ART EDUCATION AND METHODS II 3 HOURS Prerequisite: EDUC 250, PSY 310, EXED 330, and ART 311, with grades of "C" or higher.

This second art education methods course provides diverse experiences related to art education theory and practice in elementary, middle, and high schools. Field experiences in public schools outside the regular class sessions required. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to designated or assigned sites.

Art History Courses

100 ART APPRECIATION. 3 HOURS. GEN ED B-II

Partial fulfillment of the humanities requirement for all students. Expressive, formal and technical components are explored in a manner designed to provide the student with a more complete understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. (every semester)

105 ART SURVEY 3 HOURS. GEN ED B-II

A selective chronological study of the visual arts from prehistoric through Gothic times. The course is designed as an introduction to the basic terminology and problems of art history and to the methods of analyzing and interpreting individual works of art. (fall)  
                                 
106 ART SURVEY 3 HOURS. GEN ED B-II

A selective chronological study of the major visual arts from Renaissance through modern times. (spring)

300 EARLY MEDIEVAL ART. 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ART 105.

An examination of early Christian and Byzantine art and architecture, and that of the Migration, Carolinian, and Ottonian Periods. (on demand)  

301 ROMANESQUE AND GOTHIC ART. 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ART 105.  

A study of architecture, sculpture and illuminated manuscripts in Western Europe from the eleventh to the early sixteenth centuries. (on demand)
                                   
302 NINETEENTH CENTURY ART. 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ART 106 or permission of instructor.

Major art movements from Neoclassicism to Art Nouveau are considered in terms of their general cultural milieux. (spring)
                                   
303 TWENTIETH CENTURY ART. 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ART 106 or permission of instructor.
 
The stylistic and technical innovations of major art movements from 1900 to the present time are considered in terms of their general context. (fall)
 
309 ART OF THE ANCIENT WORLD. 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ART 105 or permission of instructor.
                                   
A study of the architecture, sculpture, and painting of prehistoric peoples, of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, of Aegean cultures, and of Greece and Rome. (on demand)
                                   
325 ASIAN, AMERICAN & AFRICAN ART Prerequisite: ART 105 and ART 106, or junior standing with permission of instructor.
                                   
Visual arts of indigenous cultures from four continents: Asia, the Americas and Africa.
 
390 CONTEMPORARY ART. 3 HOURS Prerequisites: ART 106, 303.
Consideration of the diverse influences, developments, and trends in the visual arts since World War II. (on demand)
                                   
401 ART OF THE ITALIAN RENAISSANCE. 3 HOURS Prerequisites: ART 105, 106.
 
This course analyzes the architecture, sculpture and painting of the Italian Renaissance with emphasis on the examination of selected examples. (on demand)
                                   
403 NORTHERN RENAISSANCE ART. 3 HOURS Prerequisite: ART 106 or permission of instructor.

A study of Netherlandish, German, and French art from late 14th through 16th centuries. Emphasis is placed upon the work of such major figures as van Eyck, van der Weyden, van der Goes, Bosch, Bruegel, Gruenewald, and Durer. (on demand)
 
405 ART THEORY AND CRITICISM. 3 HOURS Prerequisites: ART 105, 106.
 
A study of major theories of art, both historical and contemporary, and of various approaches to making qualitative judgments about individual works of art. (spring)
 
494 SEMINAR IN ART HISTORY. 3 HOURS Prerequisites: ART 105, 106, and two other art history courses.
                                   
An examination of a selected period, movement, or artist which relates historical, formalistic, and theoretical approaches. Emphasis is placed upon accurate observation, critical judgment, and effective communication of ideas. (on demand)

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Ceramics Courses

220 CERAMICS. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 105, 106, 130/31 and 140 (or concurrently with 105, or 106).
 
Introductory ceramic procedures in hand-building and glazing techniques. (every semester)
 
320 CERAMICS. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 220.
 
This course introduces the student to pottery-wheel techniques with emphasis placed on the study of clay and glaze compositions. (every semester)
 
321 CERAMICS. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 320.

This course emphasizes and requires advanced performances in pottery wheel techniques, in creative form concepts and evidence of a particular talent in ceramic art. (every semester)
 
420 CERAMICS. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 321.
  
A continuation of production in clay form and research in experimental clay and glaze composition. (every semester)
 
421 CERAMICS. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 420.
 
This course requires advanced individual performance in creative design concepts and in research and recording. (every semester)
 
422 CERAMICS. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 421.
 
This course is a continuation of ART 421. (every semester)
 
423 POTTERY WHEEL TECHNIQUES. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 422.  

Development of wheel-thrown shapes that reflect innovative thinking and mature craftsmanship. (every semester)
 
424 CERAMIC GLAZE COMPOSITION. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 422.

Investigation of the thermal behavior of glaze chemicals and compounds.
 
425 CERAMIC STUDIO EQUIPMENT DESIGN. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 423.
 
Study of the design and construction of basic studio equipment, including kilns, burners, potters wheels, and slab rollers. (every semester)
 
426 SPECIAL FIRING TECHNIQUES. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 423.
 
Experimentation with oxidation and reduction kiln firing techniques including raku, salt, lustre, and bizen. (every semester)
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Design for Ad majors Courses (refer to Graphic Design Courses)

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Digital Media Courses

243 DIGITAL MEDIA Prerequisite: ART 130, ART 140
                       
Introduction to the use of digital media in the arts through basic investigation of current computer technologies.
 
343 DIGITAL MEDIA: TIME-BASED Prerequisite: ART 243

Exploration of time-based and experimental digital art, including computer animation, interactive multimedia, World Wide Web, and emerging applications of computer art in visual art.

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Drawing Courses

140 DRAWING. 3 HOURS.
 
This course introduces the fundamentals of drawing with emphasis on line, perspective or rendering. Course content is derived from still life, landscape and figure. (every semester)
 
240 DRAWING. 3 HOURS.
 
This course introduces the student to specific problems in composition. (every semester)
 
340 DRAWING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 240.
 
Composition and exploration of different media and techniques are emphasized in drawing from still life arrangements, landscapes or figure. (every semester)
 
341 DRAWING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 340.
 
Advanced drawing is provided in this course, with continued emphasis on composition and technique. (every semester)

440 DRAWING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 341.
 
This course consists of advanced individual problems in figure drawing, (every semester)

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Graphic Design Courses

231 GRAPHIC DESIGN. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 230.
                                   
This course teaches the fundamentals of applied visual communication in graphic design projects. (on demand)

243 DIGITAL MEDIA Prerequisite:    ART 130, ART 140
                                   
Introduction to the use of digital media in the arts through basic investigation of current computer technologies.
 
330 GRAPHIC DESIGN. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 231, junior standing.

While the course uses elements to create forms for public viewing and also emphasizes the use of the student's experience gained in other studio areas, its primary concern is to strengthen the student's aesthetic awareness in graphic design. (every semester)
 
331 VISUAL THINKING. 3 HOURS Prerequisites: ART 230

Focuses on the process of literal thinking and the visualization of design problems and their solutions. Emphasizes effective research, imagination, originality and execution in various media. (spring semester)
 
334 GRAPHIC DESIGN SURVEY. 3 HOURS Prerequisites: ART SURVEY 105 and 106; Art 231; or permission of instructor

Investigates the evolution of graphic design from pre-historic visual communications through the computer graphics revolution. (fall semester)
 
343 DIGITAL MEDIA: TIME-BASED Prerequisite: ART 243

A new course for exploration of time-based and Experimental Digital Art, including computer animation, interactive multimedia, Video, and emerging applications of computer art in visual art.
 
430 GRAPHIC DESIGN. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 330, and a portfolio of graphic designs acceptable to the instructor.
                                   
A studio course to synthesize the student's previously acquired technical ability and aesthetic awareness into a finished graphic design comprehensive of professional caliber. (every semester)
 
431 ILLUSTRATION. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 330.

This course stresses the application of various graphic media and techniques to solve problems in illustration. (fall)
 
432 PORTFOLIO. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 431.

This course is designed to inform and to guide the student in assembling a portfolio for professional presentation. (spring)
 
433 PACKAGE DESIGN. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 430 or approval of instructor.

Techniques and aesthetics of package design. (on demand)

436 ELECTRONIC ILLUSTRATION. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 431 and ART 435.
 
Provides advanced instruction in popular computer illustration programs such as Adobe Illustrator and MacroMedia Freehand for students preparing for careers in graphic design. Limited enrollment. (every other semester)
 
438 ADVANCED COMPUTER GRAPHICS. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 430, 435.

Combines artwork and graphic design using the computer to compose printed matter. (every semester)

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Foundation Courses

130 TWO-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN
 
This course is an introduction to the elements and principles of design and their creative application in two-dimensional design problems.
 
131 THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN

An introduction to the elements and principles of three-dimensional design through problem solving using natural and synthetic materials.

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Independent Study Courses

490 SPECIAL PROBLEMS. 3-6 HOURS
                                   
491 SPECIAL STUDIES. 3 HOURS.
                                   
399 PROFESSIONAL WORK. 3 HOURS
Prerequisite: Application for or enrollment in Cooperative Education plan, approval of Co-op Faculty Advisor and of department head and development of written Learning Plan.
                                   
499 CAREER EXPERIENCE IN ART. 3 HOURS
Prerequisite: Application for or enrollment in Cooperative Education plan, approval of Co-op Faculty Advisor and of department head and development or written Learning Plan.
399 JUNIOR STANDING

499 SENIOR STANDING

Practical experience in art in a supervised work situation within a cooperating private enterprise or public agency. Adequately prepared students are placed in a situation in which theoretical knowledge may be applied to actual professional experience. Course may be repeat once for an additional 3 hours.

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Painting Courses

260 PAINTING. 3 HOURS Prerequisites: ART 105 or 106, 130 and 140 (or concurrently with 105 or 106).
 
The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the fundamental techniques of painting. (every semester)
 
360 PAINTING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 260.
 
This course stresses the creative approach to painting media. Emphasis is placed upon developing and understanding of the materials, principles and techniques inherent in a work of art. Outside reading and pictorial investigations are assigned. (every semester)
 
361 PAINTING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 360.
 
This course requires students to apply knowledge, understanding and skills in painting with increased competence and insight. (every semester)
 
460 PAINTING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 361.
 
Research problems in selected painting materials are provided in this course. (every semester)
 
461 PAINTING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 460.
 
This course consists of advanced individual research problems in painting. (every semester)

462 PAINTING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 461.
 
This course is a continuation of 461 Painting. (every semester)
 
463 SENIOR COMPOSITION IN PAINTING. 3 HOURS.Prerequisite: ART 462.
 
Current approaches to composition. (every semester)
 
464 SENIOR TECHNIQUES IN PAINTING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 463.
 
Study and application of contemporary painting techniques. (every semester)
 
465 ADVANCED SENIOR COMPOSITION IN PAINTING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 463, 464.
 
Current formats and compositions in painting. (every semester)

466 ADVANCED SENIOR TECHNIQUES IN PAINTING. 3 HOURS .  Prerequisites: ART 463, 464.
 
Experiments with non-traditional materials and innovative techniques in painting. (every semester)

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Printmaking Courses

250 PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS.Prerequisites: ART 105, 106, 130, 140 (or concurrently with 105, 106).
 
This course introduces the student to printmaking through one of the following processes: relief, screenprinting, intaglio, lithography, collagraph or monotype.
 
350 PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 250.
 
Emphasizes the development of imagery through one of the following processes: relief, screenprinting, intaglio, lithography, collagraph or monotype or digital.
 
351 PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 350.

Continues the student's development of personal imagery and technical proficiency through printmaking.
 
450 PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 351.

Stresses advanced color printing techniques and requires students to have strong personal imagery.

451  PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Corequisite: Art 452.

Printmaking exploration through research and creative activity.
 
452 PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 451.

This course consists of advanced research problems in printmaking.
 
453 SENIOR TECHNIQUES IN PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 452.

Develops mastery printmaking skills.
 
454 SENIOR COMPOSITION IN PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 452.

Exploration of mature personal imagery in printmaking.
 
455 ADVANCED SENIOR TECHNIQUES IN PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 453, 454.

Continues the development of master printmaking skills.
 
456 ADVANCED SENIOR COMPOSITION IN PRINTMAKING. 3 HOURS. Prerequisites: ART 453, 454.

Continues the exploration of mature personal imagery in printmaking.

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Sculpture Courses

270 SCULPTURE SURVEY I, 3 HOURS. Prereq: ART 105, 106, 131 and 140 (or concurrently with 105 or 106).
 
A survey of sculpture production methods, including modeling, mold making, carving and fabricating in various materials. Student will explore traditional and contemporary techniques that can be used to express their understanding of the human condition by sculptural means.
 
370 SCULPTURE SURVEY II, 3 HOURS. Prerequisite: ART 270.

Further development of basic sculptural materials and techniques.
 
371 SCULPTURE METHODS. WELDING I,