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ART 406 Drawing Studio

An upper level course in drawing with emphasis on spatial relationships, experimentation with media, and conceptual processes of drawing as avenues toward personal expression. Prerequisite: ART 106.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

ART 106

Corequisites

None.

ART 407 Character Performance for Animators

This class will focus on advanced animated character performance. Working in their preferred animated medium, students will develop short performances in response to regular prompts. Prerequisite: Signed BFA with a concentration in animation.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

Signed BFA with a concentration in animation.

Corequisites

None.

ART 408 Independent Animation Studio

This course offers advanced exploration in 3D graphics, stop motion, drawn animation, or motion graphics. Prerequisite: Signed BFA with a concentration in animation.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

Signed BFA with a concentration in animation.

Corequisites

None.

ART 409 Advanced Animation Studio Production

This course simulates a professional animation studio where a variety of production artists and animators contribute to a single production spanning multiple semesters. Prerequisite: One of: ART 320, ART 322, ART 324, ART 327

Credits
3-6(Spec)

ART 414 Ceramics Studio

Students utilize various ceramics processes with an emphasis on building new skill sets and beginning to develop a unified body of work. Prerequisite: ART 214.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

ART 214

Corequisites

None.

ART 417 Figure Drawing Studio

The study of proportion, anatomy, and definition of form as an avenue to the expressive possibilities of drawing the human figure. Prerequisite: ART 217.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

ART 217

Corequisites

None.

ART 420 Animation Jr. Studio I: Micro-Shorts

This class simulates a small studio-like environment. Students will work in their preferred media to design, implement, and deliver portfolio-ready, micro-short animations. Prerequisite: Signed BFA with a concentration in animation.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 422 Animation Jr. Studio II: Short Form Production

Students will work in a studio-like environment to design, implement, and deliver competition-ready short productions with an emphasis placed on the quality and professional practices. Prerequisite: ART 420.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 433 Painting Studio

An upper level course in painting with emphasis on color relationships, paint development, experimentation, and conceptual development, while developing personal expression. Prerequisite: ART 233.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

ART 233

Corequisites

None.

ART 435 Professional Design Practices

Development of portfolio and research skills in preparation for the senior capstone class. Prerequisites: Signed BFA with a concentration in Graphic Design. Pre/Co-requisites: ART 335.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 436 Graphic Design Internship

Supervised internship of 180 hours in a graphic design firm or related field designed to complement classroom learning. Prerequisites: ART 235, 349; signed BFA with a concentration in Graphic Design; minimum of 56 credit hours completed and permission of instructor.

Credits
3(Spec)

Prerequisites

ART 235, ART 349; signed BFA with a concentration in Graphic Design; minimum of 56 credit hours completed and permission of instructor

Corequisites

None.

ART 438 Motion Graphics

Introduction to computer-aided animation theory and application. Prerequisites: ART 235, 349; signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design.

Credits
3(0-6)

Prerequisites

ART 235, ART 349; signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design

Corequisites

None.

ART 441 Photography Lighting Studio

An upper level studio course in fine art photography with emphasis on technical refinement, conceptual development and professional presentation. Prerequisite: ART 241.

Credits
3(0-6)

Prerequisites

ART 241

Corequisites

None.

ART 446 Visual Arts and Aesthetic Education

Exploration of the developmental methods and growth of aesthetic education in culture as it relates to secondary school curricula. Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Admission to teacher education

Corequisites

None.

ART 449 Advanced Typography

Advanced study in the theory and development of letterform. Prerequisites: ART 349, signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 451 Printmaking Studio

An upper-level studio course in fine art printmaking with emphasis on technical refinement, conceptual development and professional presentation. Prerequisite: ART 251 or 351.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

ART 251 or ART 351

Corequisites

None.

ART 458 Web Design II

Advanced web design as it relates to graphic design. Prerequisites: ART 358, signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design.

Credits
3(0-6)

Prerequisites

ART 358, signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design

Corequisites

None.

ART 463 Sculpture Studio

A continuation and expansion of skills developed in Introduction to Sculpture with an emphasis on developing a personal working direction and a unified body of work. Prerequisite: ART 261.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

ART 261

Corequisites

None.

ART 471 BFA Studio Art Exhibition

Capstone experience for B.F.A. Studio Art students, including a thesis exhibition, an artist’s statement, talk and final portfolio; and strategies for a successful post-graduate career. Must be taken in the last semester prior to graduation. Prerequisites: Signed BFA in Studio Art and senior standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Signed BFA in Studio Art and senior standing

Corequisites

None.

ART 472 Graphic Design Capstone Experience

A graphic design final course focusing on a senior project and exhibition, a public presentation of work and a portfolio critique by an external assessor. Must be taken in one of the last two semesters prior to graduation. Prerequisites: ART 435; signed BFA with concentration in graphic design; and senior standing.

Credits
3(0-6)

ART 477 Animation BFA Portfolio and Professional Practices

Students will focus on a portfolio, reel, and professional website. It will also cover job search, freelance skills and engaging the media arts community. Prerequisite: ART 422.

Credits
3(3-0)

ART 480 Roman Art and Architecture

The art and architecture of Rome and the Roman world from earliest times to Constantine the Great. Prerequisite: ART 283.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

ART 283

Corequisites

None.

ART 481 Western Medieval Art

The art and architecture of western Europe from late antiquity to 1400 CE. Prerequisite: ART 283.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

ART 283

Corequisites

None.

ART 482 Italian Renaissance Art

An examination of the art and architecture of fifteenth- and sixteenth- century Italy in the context of social, political, and religious developments. Prerequisite: ART 285.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

ART 285

Corequisites

None.

ART 483 Nineteenth Century European Art

A history and analysis of nineteenth century European art. Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, the Pre-Raphaelites, and the Symbolists. Prerequisite: ART 285.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

ART 285

Corequisites

None.

ART 485 Art After 1945

A history and analysis of works of art from 1945 to the present. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: ART 285.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

ART 285

Corequisites

None.

ART 486 Independent Study in Art History

Independent study of a topic in art history selected by student in consultation with instructor. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

Prerequisites

Permission of instructor.

Corequisites

None.

ART 488 Northern Renaissance Art

An examination of fifteenth- and sixteenth-century art in Northern Europe in the context of social, political and religious developments. Prerequisite: ART 285.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

ART 285

Corequisites

None.

ART 489 Islamic Art

Art and architecture of the Islamic world from the rise of Islam through the 17th century. Prerequisite: Completion of 26 credit hours. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Completion of 26 credit hours

Corequisites

None.

ART 492 Art History Professional Development

This course prepares Art History majors for the capstone class and professional opportunities after graduation. Prerequisites: ART 319; senior standing, a signed major in Art History. Pre/co-requisite: One of: ART 580, 581, 582, 586.

Credits
1(1-0)

Prerequisites

ART 319; senior standing, a signed major in Art History

Corequisites

None.

ART 493 Art History Internship

Supervised work experience applying classroom concepts and skills to the operation and functioning of a museum, gallery, historic site or other art-related organization. Prerequisites: Completion of 26 credit hours; signed Art History Major or Minor; approved internship contract.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

ART 494 Gallery Management

Concepts and processes of art exhibitions and gallery management. Students select a theme, research and select art, develop interpretation, and market an art exhibition. Prerequisites: ART 285; MST 320; senior standing.

Credits
3(2-2)

ART 495 Art History Study Abroad

Experiential learning-based course incorporating study in a foreign country. Students learn methods for analyzing and interpreting art of other cultures alongside appropriate tools and techniques. Prerequisites: 26 credit hours; Permission of Study Abroad Director; Permission of Instructor.

Credits
1-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

26 credit hours; Permission of Study Abroad Director; Permission of Instructor

Corequisites

None.

ART 497 Special Studies

Advanced study of specialized topics, techniques, and material in studio areas. Prerequisites: One of: ART 106, 117, 119, 125, 297; One of: ART 202, 207, 214, 217, 233, 241, 251, 261, 397.

Credits
1-18(Spec)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

ART 499 BAA Studio Art Senior Seminar

Capstone course for B.A.A. Studio Art students, including development and presentation of senior portfolio, documentation of artwork, and professional strategies for establishing a successful career. Must be taken in one of the last two semesters prior to graduation. Prerequisites: Signed BAA in Studio Art and senior standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Signed BAA in Studio Art and senior standing

Corequisites

None.