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Undergraduate Catalog | 2021-2022 
    
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Architecture

  
  • ARCH 3101 - Architectural Design Studio V


    This course continues the architecture design studio sequence by focusing on the theme of “Material and Structural Assemblies.”  Students interrogate matters of tectonics, structural systems and material strategies.  Physical and computational modeling are emphasized as complementary modes of inquiry.

     

    Credit Hours: (5)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2102 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 3102 - Architectural Design Studio VI


    The final studio in the Core Program focuses on the theme of “Systems Integration.”  Students interrogate matters of mechanical systems and building envelopes, as well as information systems and new media technologies, foregrounding their impact on sustainability and spatial organization and occupation.

    Credit Hours: (5)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 3101 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4050 - Architecture Topics


    Concentrated, in-depth study of selected topic. Topics vary according to faculty expertise and often include contemporary theoretical, social, technological, and design issues.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 4)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Fall 2021


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  • ARCH 4101 - Architectural Design Studio VII: Advanced Building Design


    This studio conducts an integrated building design project that synthesizes all six themes and many of the graphic methods of the core program.  Students interrogate a complex program on a complex urban site through the use of advanced computation methods, including Building Information Modeling.

    Credit Hours: (5)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 3102 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4102 - Architectural Design Studio VIII: Topical


    Various studio topics are offered with different emphasis and subject concentration to allow in-depth studio experiences in particular areas of study.

    Credit Hours: (5)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4101 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4201 - Architectural History I: Prehistory-1750


    Global survey of architecture and urbanism from prehistory to 1750. Explores key examples of buildings and cities as well as the theoretical, environmental, political, economic, technological, and cultural contexts in which they were built. Provides a general knowledge of the formal, spatial and ornamental characteristics that distinguish the built environment of distinct historic and traditional building cultures.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4202 - Architectural History II: 1750-Present


    Global survey of architecture and urbanism from 1750 to the present. Explores key architectural and urban ideas, designers, buildings, and urban projects as well as how they were shaped by their environmental, political, economic, technological, and cultural context.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4201  or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4203 - Architectural History III: Survey of Contemporary Theory (1950-Present)


    Survey of architectural theory from 1950 to the present. Focuses on the key ideas, texts, debates, and discourse that have informed architectural practice in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4202  or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4204 - History/Theory Topics


    Study of topical areas of history and theory of architecture. This course is required for Architecture majors to complement the required survey courses (ARCH 4201 , ARCH 4202 , and ARCH 4203 ) to develop in-depth research, writing, and presentation skills. 

    Credit Hours: (3) (W)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4202  or permission of instructor
    General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018, Spring 2020


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  • ARCH 4206 - Professional Practice


    Learning objectives include an understanding of the practice of architecture today, its responsibilities and procedures, and emerging alternative forms of practice and roles of the architect.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4301 - Material and Assembly Principles


    Introduces quantitative and qualitative characteristics of architectural materials, systems, and processes. Also introduces the physical properties of materials relevant to their application in construction, assembly, and detail systems. Topics include: masonry, concrete, wood, steel, glass, cladding, roofing and flooring materials, and their assemblies.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4302 - Environmental Systems Principles


    Introduces qualitative and quantitative analytical methods commonly used to assess the impact of environmental forces on occupant thermal and luminous comfort, energy performance, and regional sustainability. Also introduces the interplay between climatic events, building use, and the architectural variables that inform the appropriate application of building systems technology. Topics include: Building envelope performance, and the introduction of passive and mechanical systems for heating, cooling, illuminating, and ventilating buildings.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4301  or permission of instructor
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4303 - Structural Principles


    Introduces issues relevant to the fundamentals of structures including statics, strength and stability of materials. Also introduces structural concepts, systems, and the tracing of structural loads through basic principles, physical modeling, and theoretical and analytical methods. Topics include: the interrelationship between strain, stress, and stability, as well as the implications of tension, compression, shear, torsion, and bending.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4301 , ARCH 4302 , PHYS 1101 , and PHYS 1101L  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4304 - Structural Systems


    Introduces specific structural applications of wood, steel, concrete, and masonry systems commonly used in small-scale commercial/institutional buildings. Also introduces design of beams, columns, walls, joinery, and connections appropriate to each material type through theoretical, analytical, and computer simulation methods.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4301  and ARCH 4303 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4305 - Building Systems Integration


    Introduces a set of advanced issues related to the comprehensive, systematic integration of building technology systems commonly used in large-scale buildings through case study, analytical, and simulation methods. Topics address the resolution of the building structure, materials, environmental systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems, life safety, building water supply and waste, and conveying systems in building design.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4304  and ARCH 4302 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2019, Fall 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4600 - Architectural History and Criticism Methodologies


    Explores approaches to the history of architecture from its emergence as a discipline in the 19th century through its expansion in the 20th and 21st centuries to encompass more varied perspectives.  Historical-based approaches to criticism of the contemporary built environment are also explored.  Required course for Minor in Architectural History and Criticism.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4202  or permission of instructor
    Cross-listed Course(s): ARCH 4204 , ARCH 5204, and ARCH 5205
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4604 - Computational Methods


    Advances computation in architecture by understanding the strengths and weaknesses of various kinds of computing and their role in design. Course content included: advanced 3D modeling, basic parametrics, basic scripting, and the importance of digital inquiry. Also introduces computational concepts, their history, and how they relate to design and architecture.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2102  or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4605 - Computational Practice


    Capstone course for digital and computational studies in the 5th-Year program. The objectives of the course are to provide the use of advanced digital tools, digital fabrication, advanced visualization techniques, scripting, as well as parametric and building information modeling tools.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARCH 4604  or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Fall 2019, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Spring 2020, Fall 2020


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  • ARCH 4607 - Urban Form


    An inquiry into critical matters concerning the contemporary city, this course runs parallel to and resonates with an urban building design studio based on the Center City Campus.  Topics focus on the social, cultural, political, historical, and theoretical dimensions of the city.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Enrollment in Bachelor of Architecture degree program.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARCH 4890 - Directed Independent Study


    Designed to allow students to pursue faculty-directed independent study topics not provided by other college offerings.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 6)
    Restriction(s): Architecture major and permission of chair of instruction.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with permission of college.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Fall 2021


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Art: Academic and Departmental

  
  • ARTA 1402 - Gallery Internship


    Participation in all phases of exhibition selection, preparation, and presentation in four campus galleries under supervision of campus galleries coordinator.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit one time.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 2800 - Directed Studies in Art


    Directed individual research in a particular artistic field of interest not otherwise offered.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Restriction(s): Art major; permission of instructor and department.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 3000 - Topics in Art


    Special topic in art.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 3101 - Art Writing


    Intensive writing experience in the forms of writing commonly employed in the visual arts: criticism, journalism, historical research, personal essay.

    Credit Hours: (3) (W)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Prerequisite(s): WRDS 1103  or WRDS 1104  with a grade of C or above
    General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 3201 - B.F.A. Portfolio Review


    Students compile a portfolio of work and written information to apply to any concentration in the B.F.A. in Art.  A passing grade reflects acceptance of portfolio and admission into the B.F.A. degree program. Those denied may retake the course once. If denied a second time, students must move to B.A. in Art status.  Students must pass course by 5th semester enrolled in the department or must move to B.A. in Art status.  

    Credit Hours: (1)
    Restriction(s): Art major and minimum 2.0 GPA
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1201 , ARTB 1202 , ARTB 1203 , ARTB 1204 , and ARTB 1206  (Note: Art Education concentration requirements are listed under the section for the B.F.A. in Art with Concentration in Art Education  program)
    Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit one time.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 3400 - Internship in the Arts


    Non-salaried opportunity for students to observe, examine, and participate in the creative dynamics and procedural operations of an art organization, arts related business, professional artist’s studio, or expert craftsworker. Sponsor supervised. A three credit experience requires 120 contact hours per semester.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Restriction(s): Art major; permission of sponsor instructor and department.
    Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
    Repeatability: Repeat for credit with different sponsors.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 3800 - Independent Study in Art


    Supervised individual research of artistic problems with appropriate documentation of the results.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Restriction(s): Art major; permission of instructor and department.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 3801 - Visual Arts Workshop


    Contracted and pre-approved arrangements for student to receive credit for visual arts workshops conducted outside the University’s course offerings.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 6)
    Restriction(s): Art major; permission of instructor and department.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 4600 - Senior Seminar


    Seminar and intensive writing experience explores a variety of general issues in contemporary art with an emphasis on career questions faced by graduating seniors.

    Credit Hours: (3) (O,W)
    Restriction(s): Senior standing; and Art major in either of final two semesters of art program.
    Prerequisite(s): WRDS 1103  or WRDS 1104  with a grade of C or above
    General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O), Writing in the Disciplines (W)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018, Fall 2018, Fall 2019


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  • ARTA 4901 - Senior Thesis I: Creative Research


    Advanced Studio course where students research, conceptualize, and create a body of work.  Students are self-directed in the development of source ideas, content, and use of materials. They refine their personal expression, and their ability to define an artistic problem or theme. Students are expected to conduct theoretical research and contextualize their artistic production. In this often interdisciplinary environment, students engage in group critiques and sometimes interact with visiting artists. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Senior standing and Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTA 3201  and:


    Pre- or Corequisite(s): ARTT 4291  (Photography majors only)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTA 4902 - Senior Thesis II: Advanced Creative Practice


    Advanced, individual project-based studio where students master the ability to work on a consistent body of work, supported by theoretical enquiry, culminating in Senior Exhibition (BFA Thesis Show). Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Senior standing and Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTA 3201  and ARTA 4901  
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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Art: Basic Foundation Studios

  
  • ARTB 1201 - 2D Design


    Introductory studio exploring basic concepts and techniques of visual organization in two dimensions. Includes study of the formal elements and principals of composition and the interrelationship between form and content. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018


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  • ARTB 1202 - 3D Design


    A beginning studio emphasizing experimentation with design and materials as related to the exploration of form and space in three dimensions. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTB 1203 - Drawing I


    Introduction to drawing involving skills and theory including perspective, proportion, rendering, and expression in a variety of media and techniques. Priority for majors. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2019


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  • ARTB 1204 - Digital Foundations


    Introduction to digital technologies, content production in current software, and best digital practices for emerging artists. Six contact hours.

     

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Fall 2021


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  • ARTB 1206 - Conceptual Practices


    Exposes students to the breadth of makers, means, and modes of expression in the contemporary art world during in-class sessions. In-class discussions, presentations, guest speakers, written assignments, and/or field trips support independent out-of-class studio projects. With these projects, students immediately assume full responsibility for acquiring the means, space and material resources to manifest a creative voice. Experiences are designed to promote the generation of ideas and their integration into objects, sound, digital media, and/or performance. Four contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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Art: Ceramics

  
  • ARTC 2171 - Ceramics Handbuilding


    Introduction to handbuilt forming methods, concept development, ceramic materials, and firing procedures. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Pre- or Corequisite(s): ARTB 1201 ; ARTB 1202 ; ARTB 1203 ; ARTB 1204 ; and ARTB 1206  or ARTG 2180  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2021, Summer 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2020


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  • ARTC 2172 - Ceramics Wheel I


    Introduction to wheel forming methods and emphasis on skill development, design, glaze application, utilitarian and sculptural concepts, and basic high-fire techniques. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Pre- or Corequisite(s): ARTB 1201 ; ARTB 1202 ; ARTB 1203 ; ARTB 1204 ; and ARTB 1206  or ARTG 2180  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2021, Summer 2021, Summer 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2021


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  • ARTC 3071 - Topics in Ceramics


    Special topics in ceramics.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTC 3171 - Ceramic Sculpture


    Intermediate studio emphasizing sculptural techniques, concepts, and design. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTC 2171  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTC 3172 - Ceramics Wheel II


    Continuation of ARTC 2172  emphasizing development of skills, materials, high temperature firing techniques, design concepts related to utility and sculpture. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTC 2172  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2021, Summer 2021, Summer 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2021


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  • ARTC 3273 - Intermediate Ceramics


    Advanced ceramic studio of higher level skills, concepts, and aesthetics. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTC 3171  or ARTC 3172  
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit one time.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTC 3274 - Advanced Ceramics


    Advanced ceramic studio of higher level skills, concepts, and aesthetics with particular emphasis on personal expression and development of an individual clay portfolio. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTC 3273  and ARTA 3201 , or Graphic Design major
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit one time.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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Art: Drawing

  
  • ARTD 2134 - Figure Drawing I


    A studio course that explores strategies for drawing the human form in terms of anatomy, proportions, expression, movement, and composition with a variety of media and techniques. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1203  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTD 2139 - Drawing II


    Further development of perceptual skills with emphasis on conceptual issues; exploration of subject matter, meaning and content, and thematic development in a variety of black and white and color materials. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Pre- or Corequisite(s): ARTB 1201 ; ARTB 1202 ; ARTB 1203 ; ARTB 1204 ; and ARTB 1206  or ARTG 2180 
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTD 3134 - Figure and Anatomy


    Emphasizes the study of anatomy as it pertains to drawing. Complex drawing problems in a variety of media. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTD 2134  
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit two times.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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Art: Education

  
  • ARTE 2100 - Artists as Teachers


    An introduction to the role of the visual arts in learning and teaching in a variety of settings.  Individual studio practices are translated into teaching expertise to develop and create meaningful, engaged, and relevant curriculum.  Experiences in using visual arts to transform individuals and communities are incorporated.  A clinical experience of a minimum of 20 hours at an assigned school is required.  A minimum grade of B or above in this course is required for admittance to the Major in Art with a Concentration in Art Education.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1201  or ARTB 1203  with grade of C or above
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Fall 2019, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTE 2121 - Integrating Art Across the Curriculum


    Exploration of the role of visual arts in the holistic development of children.  Provides models for meaningful integrating content and skills in the visual arts with academic subjects.  The course is designed to inform Elementary Education majors about the fundamentals of aesthetics, art making, and art pedagogy.  Students experiment with various studio materials and methods used to teach diverse learners in the elementary classroom.  Four contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Pre-Elementary (PELM), Elementary Education (ELED), or Special Education and Elementary Education (PSPE, SPEL) major
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Summer 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2021


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  • ARTE 3121 - Elementary Art Methods


    Analysis of learning themes as related to growth and development in the visual arts; organization of tools, media, and materials appropriate for the elementary level; curriculum design in planning art units and lessons, evaluation, and motivation techniques.  A practicum of a minimum of twenty hours in an elementary setting is required, where the student assists the teacher, and on at least two occasions experiences teaching.  Five contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3) (W)
    Restriction(s): Art major with Art Education concentration and admission to Teacher Education
    General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTE 3124 - Transcultural Identities in Art Education


    Examines social and cultural theory important to informing effective art teaching.  Guidance and practice in research, identification, and critical examination of transcultural moments in visual culture/art history for incorporation into all aspects of art teaching.  Uses electronic media to facilitate cross-cultural interactions.  Three contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art major with Art Education concentration and admission to Teacher Education
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTE 4021 - Topics in Art Education


    Special topics in art education.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Restriction(s): Art major.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTE 4122 - Secondary Art Methods


    Analysis of learning themes as related to growth and development in the visual arts; organization of tools, media, and materials appropriate for the secondary level; curriculum design in planning art units and lessons, evaluation, and motivation techniques.  A practicum of a minimum of twenty hours in a secondary setting is required, where the student assists the teacher, and on at least two occasions experiences teaching.  Five contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3) (O,W)
    Restriction(s): Art major with Art Education concentration and admission to Teacher Education
    Prerequisite(s): ARTE 3121  with grade of C or above.
    General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O), Writing in the Disciplines (W)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTE 4125 - Creativity and Social and Emotional Learning in Art Education


    Based on research in creativity, social-emotional learning, affective neuroscience, and mindfulness, this course strengthens the holistic development of artists/teachers with a focus on professional sustainability.  Evidence-based tools and practices are presented that enhance well-being and creativity while facilitating social-emotional aspects of learning through the arts.

    Credit Hours: (4)
    Restriction(s): Art major with Art Education concentration, and admission to Teacher Education
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTE 4467 - Student Teaching in Art


    A planned sequence of experiences in the student’s area of specialization conducted in an approved school setting under the supervision and coordination of a site coordinator and clinical educator.  During student teaching, students must demonstrate the competencies and dispositions identified for their specific teaching field in an appropriate grade level setting.  Students are assigned 15 weeks in a school setting.  Includes seminars.  Senior exhibit of candidate and student work is required. 

    Credit Hours: (12)
    Restriction(s): Art major with Art Education concentration; completion of all required coursework at UNC Charlotte with grades of C or above; and admission to Teacher Education.
    Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021


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Art: Fibers

  
  • ARTF 2151 - Fibers I


    Introduction to the field of fibers, with exploration in constructed fibers, garment forms, and surface design, including weaving, dying, printing, and three dimensional construction techniques. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s):
     
    Pre- or Corequisite(s): ARTB 1201 ; ARTB 1202 ; ARTB 1203 ; ARTB 1204 ; and ARTB 1206  or ARTG 2180  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2021


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  • ARTF 3051 - Topics in Fibers


    Special topics in fibers.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTF 3351 - Mixed Media Book Arts and Papermaking


    An introduction to book art forms including hand-sewn Western Codex, Japanese binding, accordion pleats, sculptural book forms and pop-ups, etc. Students create a portfolio of handmade papers using abaca and other fibers, and explore three-dimensional paper forms. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): At least one of the following: ARTC 2171 , ARTC 2172 , ARTF 2151 , ARTZ 2104 , ARTZ 2141 , or ARTZ 2306  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Summer 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTF 3352 - Fibers: Surface Design


    Exploration of surface design techniques including batik, silkscreen, block printing, and other dyeing processes combined with embellishment techniques such as embroidery and beadwork. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTF 2151  
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit two times.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTF 3353 - Fibers: Constructed Textiles


    An exploration of traditional textile construction methods for application in the making of contemporary sculpture and installation works. Techniques covered may include weaving, twining, garment forms, plaiting, felt-making, knotting, coiling, crochet, etc. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTF 2151  
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit two times.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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Art: Graphic Design

  
  • ARTG 2180 - Design Thinking


    An introduction to the discipline and profession of graphic design.  Focuses on the processes and methodologies that are unique to the design profession, as well as graphic design’s history.  Project assignments enable students to develop the visual problem-solving skills needed for pursuing further study in graphic design.  Four contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design or Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1201  and ARTB 1203 
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 2181 - Graphic Design I


    An introduction to graphic design and visual communications principles.  Projects explore a range of tools, techniques, materials, and procedures.  Emphasizes the importance of craft and concept development, as well as fundamentals of original image making, composition, type, and symbols.  Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design or Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1201  and ARTB 1203  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 2182 - Typography I


    An introduction to the fundamental principles and function of type as a means to visually communicate ideas, including the history of typeface design and evolution typographic space and technologies. Hands-on projects incorporate a range of media and methodologies that develop digital typesetting skills and emphasize craft.  Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design or Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1201  and ARTB 1203  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 3081 - Topics in Graphic Design


    Special topics in graphic design. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design or Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTG 2181  
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Second Summer 2019
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 3183 - Graphic Design II


    An intermediate-level course that focuses on visual communications problem solving, the computer as a creative tool, and professional designer/client relationships. Course projects build digital media and oral presentation skills while incorporating design strategies and processes to produce both print and screen-based solutions. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design or Art major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1202 , ARTB 1204 , ARTG 2180 , ARTG 2181 , ARTG 2182 , and ARTM 2105  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 3184 - Typography II


    An advanced investigation of typographic systems and the application of type using new forms of visual media. Course projects include developing complex grid structures, exploring the relationships between image and text, experimenting with the expressive qualities of type, and an introduction to type in motion and interactivity. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1202 , ARTB 1204 , ARTG 2180 , ARTG 2181 , ARTG 2182 , and ARTM 2105  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 3185 - UX/UI Design Strategies


    Intermediate-to-advanced study of digitally based design for websites and apps.  Addresses techniques and strategies for developing engaging user interfaces and content delivery pathways for screen-based materials that meet up-to-date professional standards.  Course projects place an emphasis on collaborative concept development, digital iteration, and investigation of user experiences. Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1202 , ARTB 1204 , ARTG 2180 , ARTG 2181 , ARTG 2182 , and ARTM 2105  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 3186 - Communications Design


    Intermediate-to-advanced study of the role of graphic design in branding, advertising, and organizational communications.  Project assignments address organizational identity materials as well as advertising and branding campaigns across print and screen-based media.  The course develops students’ research, process, design, presentation, and persuasion skills.  Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTB 1202 , ARTB 1204 , ARTG 2180 , ARTG 2181 , ARTG 2182 , and ARTM 2105  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Summer 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 3408 - Graphic Design Internship


    Students are placed in a professional setting for observation and supervised design-related duties.  Students are required to provide written documentation of internship. This experience requires 120 contact hours per semester.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design major; and permission of instructor, department, and sponsor (consents required prior to registration)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTG 3183  and ARTG 3184 
    Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change in sponsor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 4180 - Print Production


    An advanced-level graphic design problem-solving class and an in-depth exploration of digital pre-press and commercial printing technologies.  Projects focus on the relationships between message and media, alternative approaches to fabrication, and designing as a team.  Topics include: project planning, paper selection, copywriting, and color proofing.  Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTG 3183 , ARTG 3184 , and ARTG 3186 
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 4182 - Design Research


    In-depth, advanced study of research processes for graphic designers.  Addresses techniques and strategies for incorporating traditional and creative research practices into the work of graphic design.  Course projects place an emphasis on the role of ideation, iteration, informed speculation, data visualization, and persuasion in solving broad communication problems within civic and commercial contexts.  Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTG 3183 , ARTG 3184 , ARTG 3185 , and ARTG 3186  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTG 4982 - Graphic Design Projects


    An advanced-level course requiring independent solving of issues pertaining to design and society.  Project requirements also include the creation of new portfolio pieces and/or the revision of existing work.  Six contact hours.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Graphic Design major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTG 3185 , ARTG 4180 , ARTG 4182 , and ARTM 3205  

     
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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Art: History

  
  • ARTH 1211 - Art History Survey I


    Survey of world art from prehistory to c. 1300C.E., focusing on the functions and meanings of individual works of art, visual culture, and art history as a discipline.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 1212 - Art History Survey II


    Survey of world art from c. 1300C.E. to the close of the second World War, focusing on the functions and meanings of individual works of art, visual culture, and art history as a discipline.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 2001 - Topics in Art History


    Special Topics in art history.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change in topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2020, Summer 2021, Summer 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 2003 - Pre-Columbian Art


    Survey of the cultures, artistic production and architecture of the Pre-Columbian Americas. Readings and discussions focus on artistic traditions, daily life, and political structures.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor.
    Cross-listed Course(s): LTAM 3313 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Spring 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 2110 - Contemporary Art History


    History of primary art movements, artists, and visual culture from 1940 to the present, including theoretical and historical perspectives.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art and Art History major.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 2140 - Medieval Art


    Survey of the architecture, sculpture, stained glass, mosaics, painting, manuscript illumination, and luxury objects of Europe between the fall of the Roman Empire until the beginning of the Renaissance, both in the Byzantine Empire and the western Middle Ages.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211   or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 2614 - Writing Seminar in Art History


    An introductory course designed to familiarize students with writing in the discipline.  Through weekly writing assignments, peer-review activities, reflections, and presentations, students develop the ability to structure written work in a well-organized manner, to assemble and assess primary source material, to demonstrate logic and argumentation, to develop clear thesis statements, and to strengthen analytical skills by reviewing written essays, museum texts, and gallery or museum shows.

    Credit Hours: (3) (W)
    Restriction(s): Art History major.
    General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3001 - Topics in Art History


    Special topics in art history.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3100 - Field Study in Visual Art


    Short, intensive summer course on contemporary art issues combining a seminar (reading, research, discussion, writing, and oral presentation) with a week-long group field trip to major museums, alternative spaces, galleries, and artists’ studios in New York City.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3114 - Art History Methods


    Survey of primary methodologies, theories and research in the history of art and art criticism, including formalism; iconography; connoisseurship; biography; social history; Marxism; feminism; postmodern, and contemporary theory.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art History major.
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211 , ARTH 1212 , ARTH 2110 ARTH 2614  ; or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3115 - Honors Art History Methods


    Survey of primary methodologies, theories and research in the history of art and art criticism, including formalism; iconography; connoisseurship; biography; social history; Marxism; feminism; postmodern, and contemporary theory.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art History major.
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211 , ARTH 1212 , ARTH 2110 ARTH 2614  ; or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2019
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3121 - Contemporary African Art


    Survey of contemporary African artists and artworks (1960s to the present day), on the continent and in the diaspora, with international profiles.  Readings and discussions focus on politics, gender, class, identity, and mobility.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: ARTH 1211  or ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor.  
    Cross-listed Course(s): AFRS 3121  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3318 - Mexica (Aztec) Art


    Survey of the cultures, artistic production and architecture of the Central Mexico region from c. 1300 to the period of European invasion in the 16th century. Readings and discussions focus on artistic traditions, daily life, and political structures.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor.
    Cross-listed Course(s): LTAM 3301 .
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3320 - Ancient Egyptian and Near Eastern Art


    Survey of the arts and architecture of the ancient Near East, Egypt, and Aegean from 3000 - 600 BCE. Readings and discussions focus on issues of ethnicity, gender, religion, and politics.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211   or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3322 - Ancient Greek Art


    Survey of the arts and architecture of the ancient Greeks, Etruscans, and Persians from c. 800 - 31 B.C.E. Readings and discussions focus on issues of ethnicity, gender, religion, and politics.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211   or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Spring 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3323 - Ancient Roman Art I


    Survey of the arts and architecture of the peoples included in the Roman Empire from c. 300 B.C.E. to c. 100 C.E.  Readings and discussions focus on issues of ethnicity, gender, religion, and politics during the later Empire and its provinces.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Fall 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3324 - Ancient Roman Art II


    Survey of the arts and architecture of the peoples included in the Roman Empire from c. 100 to c. 300 C.E.  Readings and discussions focus on issues of ethnicity, gender, religion, and politics during the later Empire and in its provinces.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3328 - West African Art and Display


    Addresses major genres, monuments, and issues of artistic production in West Africa.  Readings and discussions focus on politics, identity, gender, performance, collection, and display.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor. 
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3349 - Gothic Art


    Survey of the art and architecture from the 11th to the 15th centuries in France, Germany, Bohemia, Italy, and the Low Countries.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1211  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3350 - Northern Renaissance Art


    Survey of Netherlandish and German painting, printmaking, and sculpture of the Renaissance. Readings and discussions focus on religion, patronage, and the uses of art in society.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3351 - Italian Renaissance Art


    Survey of major artists and issues in Italian Renaissance art and architecture. Readings and discussions focus on major centers of artistic activity, patronage, and the rise of Humanism.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3360 - Northern Baroque Art


    Survey of Northern European art from the 16th and 17th centuries. Readings and discussions focus on a variety of artistic genres and art’s relationship to religion and politics.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3381 - Modernism


    This course will address the history of modern art from 1850-1950 with a special emphasis on the European avant-garde, issues of identity construction (race, gender, sexuality), and theoretical discussions of representation.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): First Summer 2019, Summer 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3393 - History of Photography


    Survey of the major events and stylistic developments in photography from 1839 to the present.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): Art or Art History major.
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212   or permission of instructor.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Summer 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3395 - African American Art


    Survey of the major movements and issues of African American artistic production, from the 17th century to the present day.  Readings and discussions focus on stylistic developments, politics, race, gender, identity, and representation.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 2110   or permission of instructor. 
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3694 - Histories of New Media


    Examines the history of new media as both a discourse and a set of artistic practices within contemporary art history.  The aim of this seminar is to introduce students to the cultural, historical, theoretical, and socio-political issues that inhere within the discourse and creation of new media, whether it be animation, video art, digital photography, films, or interactive platforms.  Leading works in the history of new media art history, philosophy, and cultural studies are read.  

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Restriction(s): BFA Studio Art major with Concentration in Digital Media, Photography, or Print Media; or Art History major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 1212  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 3810 - Independent Study in Art History


    Supervised individual investigation of art history topic with appropriate documentation of research results.

    Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
    Restriction(s): Permission of instructor.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 4212 - Contemporary Art Theory and Criticism


    Major ideas and writings which discuss and interpret the visual arts of the contemporary era; readings in theory and criticism from the postmodern and current periods.

    Credit Hours: (3)
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 3114  
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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  • ARTH 4601 - Problems in Pre-Columbian Art History


    A seminar designed around a problem in Pre-Columbian Art History, requiring reading, discussion, reports, and a major paper.

    Credit Hours: (3) (O,W)
    Restriction(s): Art History major
    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 3114 , ARTH 3318 , or permission of instructor
    General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O), Writing in the Disciplines (W)
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
    Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020
    Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years


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