| ART (DESCRIPTIONS AND PREREQUISITES) |
| 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 104 |
Design |
2 CR |
| Two-dimensional. Emphasis is on color and painting theory. [16-48-64] Lab Fee |
| ART 104E |
Design |
0 CR |
| Same description as ART 104. [16-48-64] Lab Fee |
| ART 105 |
Contemporary Art Survey |
2 CR |
| 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 114 |
Life Drawing |
2 CR |
| Prerequisite: ART 110. Fundamentals of figure drawing. An introduction to drawing including faces, hands, feet, and the anatomy of the full figure. [16-48-64] Lab Fee |
| ART 114E |
Life Drawing |
0 CR |
| Same description as ART 114. [16-48-64] 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 190 |
Perspective Drawing |
2 CR |
| Fundamentals necessary for freehand and mechanical construction of one, two, and three point perspective. This course is designed for persons interested in or active in commercial art, interior design, industrial design, architectural drafting, and related areas. [32-32-64] Lab Fee |
| ART 190E |
Perspective Drawing |
0 CR |
| Same description as ART 190. [32-32-64] 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 73 or higher, or “C” or better in STSK 98. A survey of contemporary and traditional visual art themes. Emphasis is on current problems in communication through painting, sculpture, photography, film, and architecture. Recom-mended for Art majors prior to enrollment in Art 212 or 213. Humanities credit. |
| ART 212 |
Art History |
3 CR |
| Historical survey of art from prehistoric ages to the Renaissance. Humanities credit. |
| ART 213 |
Art History |
3 CR |
| 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 |
| 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 fine art photography, including aesthetics and technical aspects as a basis for creating a photographic image. The student will learn to use the camera, film processing, composition, print finishing, and basic darkroom printing. 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 |
| 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 black and white photographs. 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 |
| 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 |
| Same description as ART 224. [48-48-96] Lab Fee |
| ART 225 |
Landscape Photography—The Great Smoky Mt. National Park Adventure |
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 226 |
Introduction to Technical Photography |
3 CR |
| An introduction to technical photographic processes and techniques, emphasizing the principles of light and color, lens characteristics, and applications. Students will demonstrate proficiency in 35mm camera operation and an understanding of production emulsions and production equipment. [16-32-48] 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 base 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 227E |
Digital Color Photography |
0 CR |
| Same description as ART 227. [48-48-96] Lab Fee |
| 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 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] Lab Fee |
| ART 297E |
Art Special Topics |
0 CR |
| Same description as ART 297. [16-16-32/16-32-48] 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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