Offered by Department of Art and Art History
College of Fine Arts and Humanities
ART Courses
- ART 100GS - Art Structure - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Fundamental training in the basic art elements. Emphasis upon art materials and processes
and the development of a basic art vocabulary. Recommended for non-art majors.
(Materials fee $5.00)
- ART 102 - Drawing I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Fundamental training in the elements of composition and drawing. Work in a variety of
drawing media. Two hours consecutively. (Materials fee $15.00)
- ART 118 - Color and Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Study of basic art elements and principles. Practical experience in art as applied to
everyday life. Recommended for students wanting fundamental art training.
(Materials fee $10.00)
- ART 120GS - Art Appreciation - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Development of major styles and periods as viewed from a global perspective. Significant
masterpieces of diverse cultures are studied. Understanding of art as it relates to our
own environment is stressed.
- ART 202 - Drawing II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 102
Reinforcement of concepts studied in Drawing I introduction of abstraction, color, and
problems of visualization will be studied. Two hours consecutively. (Materials fee $15.00)
- ART 214 - Painting I - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 102, ART 118
This class introduces the student to processes and techniques common to oil and acrylic
painting. The formal aspects of painting as well as content are examined. (Materials fee
of $20.00)
- ART 216 - Water Based Media - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 102, ART 118
Instruction in water based transparent and opaque mediums including watercolor, acrylic and goache. Emphasis on technique and
originality. This course will serve as a prerequisite for Painting II.
- ART 218 - Introduction to Graphic Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 118
An introduction to basic design processes and communication principles. Emphasis involves
the study, research, and evaluation of different methods to produce simple and functional
2D and 3D graphic translations. (Majors: graphic package required.) (Fee of $20.00)
- ART 221 - Art History Survey I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Introduction to basic concepts and styles in the history of Western art from prehistory to
the sixteenth century, including the Italian Renaissance. The arts are related to their
cultural context.
- ART 226 - Non Western Survey I: Art in India, China and Japan - 3
hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
Survey of the artistic heritage of three major non-western traditions from approximately
1000 B.C. to the nineteenth century. Special emphasis will be placed on art as a
reflection of the religious and cultural developments of each country and time period.
- ART 228 - Creative Photography - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 102, ART 118
Instruction in the photographic medium, its background and meaning today in the art world.
Introduction to the history of photography with emphasis on the contemporary creative
approach today. Methods of use of the camera, film processing and enlarging. Emphasis on
the creative process. Students must furnish camera, film and paper. (Materials fee of
$25.00)
- ART 230 - Ceramics I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course is intended to introduce the student to the materials, processes and
techniques of studio ceramics. Basic handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques are
introduced as well as fundamental glazing and firing techniques. Emphasis is placed on
craftsmanship and personal creativity. All basic clays and glaze chemicals are provided
with the exception of specialized tools, specialized protective clothing and specialized
glaze chemicals. (Materials fee of $60.00)
- ART 235 - Printmaking I - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 102,
ART 118
Fundamental printmaking problems dealing with the various creative printmaking processes,
including relief printing, intaglio, lithography, monoprint, and drypoint. (Materials fee
of $75.00)
- ART 244 - Glass I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This beginning course in creative glass making will focus on the off-hand glassblowing
techniques of molten glass. From this basic process endless variations of vessels,
paper-weights and sculptural concepts can be created. Elementary concepts of sandblasting,
etching, casting and slumping will be introduced. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 246 - Sculpture I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course is an introduction to several basic sculpture media, processes and techniques.
It will survey additive (clay manipulation), subtractive (carving), assemblage
(construction) and substitution (casting) processes. Originality of concepts and
craftsmanship of techniques are stressed. (Materials fee $100.00)
- ART 252 - Life Drawing - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 202*
Development of understanding of form through drawing from models in various media. Three
hours consecutively. (Materials fee of $55.00)
- ART 275 - Cultural Studies Through Art - 3-6 hours
- Prereq: none
The study of the visual arts and culture of a region or country through travel and
research.
- ART 280HGS - Special Topics - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A General Studies course for Honors students. Interdiscplinary course that examines the
connections between disciplines.
- ART 301 - Typography I - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 305*
Emphasis involves the study, research and exploration of the fundamentals of typography
and typographic design through creative and functional investigations. Take concurrently
with ART 305*,
ART 311*. (Lab fee $35.00)
- ART 301M - Typography I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
For Multimedia students. Emphasis involves the study, research and exploration of the fundamentals of typography
and typographic design through creative and functional investigations. Take concurrently
with ART 305M.
- ART 303 - History of Renaissance Art - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
Study of works of art from the early and late Renaissance in Italy and Northern Europe.
- ART 304 - Computer Animation I - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 305*
Introduces the art of making inanimate objects appear to be alive through the technique of
sequential drawings presented on film/video. Includes creating a unique character and
preparing it for copyright, animating the character and constructing a storyboard using
the character.
- ART 305 - Computers and Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 218*
An introduction and intermediate exploration of computer hardware operations and software
procedures necessary for contemporary graphic design. Emphasis involves electronic word
processing, page layout, illustration, image generation and hardware proficiency. Take
concurrently with ART 301*, ART 311* and ART 318*.
- ART 305M - Computers and Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
For Multimedia students. An introduction and intermediate exploration of computer hardware operations and software
procedures necessary for contemporary graphic design. Emphasis involves electronic word
processing, page layout, illustration, image generation and hardware proficiency. Take
concurrently with ART 301M and
ART 318M*.
- ART 310 - Art of Baroque and Rococo Era - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
The Art of the Baroque and Rococo in Europe in the 17th & 18th Centuries. Major
painting, sculpture and architecture will be studied. Aesthetic principles will be
covered.
- ART 311 - Print Production - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 218*
An introduction to the technical study of the tools, materials and processes used in
preparing 2D artwork and design for reproduction and commercial printing. Other emphasis
involves 2D comprehensive skills and techniques for creating graphic translations. Take
concurrently with ART 301, ART 305. (Lab fee of $35.00)
- ART 314A - Painting II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 102, ART 118;
ART 214* or ART 216*
Students focus on clarifying rationales and procedures as they relate to the content of
their work. (Materials fee of $20.00)
- ART 314B - Painting III - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 314A*
Continuation of ART 314A. Students focus on clarifying rationales and procedures as they
relate to the content of their work. (Materials fee of $20.00)
- ART 314C - Painting IV - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 314B*
Continuation of ART 314B. Students focus on clarifying rationales and procedures as they
relate to the content of their work. (Materials fee of $20.00)
- ART 318 - Graphic Design I - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 301*,
ART 305*, ART 311*
An introduction to design communications by exploring various page layout strategies,
researching conceptual approaches, historical values, and form/content relationships.
Emphasis involves the study of grid structures, graphic elements and the computer as a
process tool. (Lab fee of
$35.00)
- ART 318M - Graphic Design I - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 301M or ART 301,
ART 305M or ART 305
For Multimedia students. An introduction to design communications by exploring various page layout strategies,
researching conceptual approaches, historical values, and form/content relationships.
Emphasis involves the study of grid structures, graphic elements and the computer as a
process tool. (Lab fee of
$35.00)
- ART 319 - Design Illustration I - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 305*, ART 311*
An introduction and study of technical illustration. Emphasis involves the research and
exploration of different line drawing techniques in various mediums for design
communications. (Lab fee $20.00.)
- ART 321 - Art History Survey II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 221
This course is a continuation of Survey I beginning with the Northern Renaissance to the
present with an emphasis on art as a reflection of the social and cultural developments of
man.
- ART 325 - History of Modern Art - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
An examination of the major art movements in Europe and America from Post-Impressionism to
the 1940's.
- ART 326 - History of American Art - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
Study of the development of American art, its origins and the emergence of an American
style.
- ART 330A - Ceramics II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 230
An intermediate level course for the ceramic studio major or minor. Advanced techniques
for handbuilding and throwing are introduced. Examination of technology and chemistry of
clay, glazes and specialized firing procedures are addressed. Emphasis is placed on
craftsmanship and personal creativity. All basic clays and glaze chemicals are provided
with the exception of specialized tools, specialized protective clothing and specialized
glaze chemicals. (Materials fee of $60.00)
- ART 330B - Ceramics III - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 330A*
A continuation of ART 330A for the ceramic studio major or minor. Individual techniques
for construction ceramic forms are explored as well as the continued study of ceramic
materials and firing techniques. Emphasis is placed on craftsmanship and personal
creativity. All basic clays and glaze chemicals are provided with the exception of
specialized tools, specialized protective clothing and specialized glaze chemicals.
(Materials fee of $60.00)
- ART 330C - Ceramics IV - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 330B*
A continuation of ART 330B for the ceramic studio major or minor. Individual techniques
for construction ceramic forms are explored as well as the continued study of ceramic
materials and firing techniques. Emphasis is placed on craftsmanship and personal
creativity. All basic clays and glaze chemicals are provided with the exception of
specialized tools, specialized protective clothing and specialized glaze chemicals.
(Materials fee of $60.00)
- ART 335A - Printmaking II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 235*
Students broaden their understanding of specific printmaking processes with a
concentration on the personal content of their work. Investigation and experimentation is
encouraged. Multimedia students should take the section designated ART 355M. (Materials fee
of $75.00)
- ART 335B - Printmaking III - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 335A*
Continuation of ART 335A. Students broaden their understanding of specific printmaking
processes with a concentration on the personal content of their work. Investigation and
experimentation is encouraged. (Materials fee of $55.00)
- ART 335C - Printmaking IV - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 335B*
Continuation of ART 335B. Students broaden their understanding of specific printmaking
processes with a concentration on the personal content of their work. Investigation and
experimentation is encouraged. (Materials fee of $55.00)
- ART 344A - Glass II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 244
Forming molten glass creatively is very challenging and requires great dedication over
long periods of time to master. Each class will result in higher levels of design and
forming competencies which will also lead to more sophisticated techniques. Advanced
techniques of colorizing, casting, slumping, blasting and joining will be stressed.
(Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 344B - Glass III - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 344A*
Continuation of ART 344A. Advanced techniques of colorizing, casting, slumping, blasting
and joining will be stressed. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 344C - Glass IV - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 344B*
Continuation of ART 344B. Advanced techniques of colorizing, casting, slumping, blasting
and joining will be stressed. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 346A - Sculpture II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 246
Figure Study. This course will focus on the study of human anatomy as well as the creative
interpretation of the human figure. Clay will serve as the primary medium of choice,
although some mixed media concepts will also be encouraged. A study of the human figure
will enhance the student's creative foundation whether pursuing a major in sculpture,
graphic design, art education or other areas of fine arts. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 346B - Sculpture III - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 346A*
Plaster, Cement and Mixed Media. This course will introduce the use of plaster and cement
as manipulation, fabrication and casting media. Armature construction and mold making will
be taught along with a variety of finishing processes. The use of maquettes as a means to
large or monumental sculpture concepts will also be taught. Other mixed media concepts
will also be introduced. Creative originality and craftsmanship will be stressed.
(Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 346C - Sculpture IV - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 346B*
Cast Metals. This course will focus on the lost wax process of casting metal sculpture.
Bronze and aluminum are most commonly used, however, pewter, silver, gold and other
castable metals may be used for small sculpture concepts. The sand casting process will
also be introduced. Creative original concepts and good craftsmanship are stressed.
(Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 351 - Typography II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 301*,
ART 305*, ART 311*
An intermediate exploration in the use of typographic design as an
expressive and functional communicative design vehicle. Emphasis on defining
effective design criteria to meet the readers' needs, the communicator's
intent and the designer's formal sensibilities. (Lab fee $35.00)
- ART 352A - Drawing III - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 252*
An intermediate drawing course that focuses on expressive figure drawing, contemporary
works on paper issues and introduces thematic development. (Materials fee $15.00)
- ART 352B - Drawing IV - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 352A*
Continuation of ART 352A. An intermediate drawing course that focuses on expressive figure
drawing, contemporary works on paper issues and introduces thematic development.
(Materials fee $15.00)
- ART 352C - Drawing V - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 352B*
Continuation of ART 352B. An intermediate drawing course that focuses on expressive figure
drawing, contemporary works on paper issues and introduces thematic development.
(Materials fee $15.00)
- ART 355 - Electronic Imaging - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 318*
An intermediate and advanced exploration into the use of computer technology
as a visual problem-solving tool for expressive imagery and functional
communications. Emphasis involves the study of image generation and
manipulation in relationship to the growing electronic technology and
software.
- ART 355M - Electronic Imaging - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 301M or ART 301,
ART 305M or ART 305
For Multimedia students. An intermediate and advanced exploration into the use of computer technology
as a visual problem-solving tool for expressive imagery and functional
communications. Emphasis involves the study of image generation and
manipulation in relationship to the growing electronic technology and
software.
- ART 360 - Elementary Art Methods -
3 hours
- Prereq: ART 100GS, non-art majors
This course is concerned with the theory and philosophy for elementary art methods of
teaching children through art. A field experience of observation and teaching is required.
(Materials fee of $5.00)
- ART 362 - Art Methods for Elementary Art Educators -
2 hours
- Prereq: admission to Teacher Education, Art Education Majors only
Coreq: ART 365
This course, which is designed for art education majors only, provides the framework for developing an understanding of child
development, pedagogical methods, and the philosophy of elementary art education. The course is taken concurrently with the
elementary field experience. Use of a variety of art materials will provide practical experience in teaching, understanding
and evaluating children's artwork.
- ART 365 - Field Experience in PK-6 Art Classrooms -
1 hour
- Coreq: ART 362, admission to Teacher Education
This 50 clock hour minimum field-based experience is designed to induct students into classroom teaching and develop an
awareness of the many roles of a professional educator. Under the mentorship of a practicing K-6 teacher, students will progress
through a three-stage process including assisting, co-teaching, and limited teaching. Students will also be required to engage
in a variety of school related activities commonly encountered by professional educators.
- ART 368 - Graphic Design II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 318*, ART 319* and ART 351*
An intermediate exploration of identity systems and informational design. Emphasis
involves the study, research and exploration of various design processes with computer
added graphics that relate to multicomponent graphic design problems and
complex information. (Lab fee $20.00)
- ART 369 - Design Illustration II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 319*
An advanced course in developing illustration appropriate for business
communication or editorial displays. Emphasis involves creating illustrations
that would appear in books, magazines or newspapers. Students will practice
illustration skills with the concerns for content that involve ethical and
social implications. (Lab fee $20.00)
- ART 370 - Art Methods - 3 hours
- Prereq: admission to Teacher Education
Theory and philosophy for secondary school art. Supervision and curricula.
- ART 371 -
Field Experience in 7-12 Art Classrooms - 1
hour
- Coreq: ART 370
This 50 clock hour minimum field-based experience is
designed to induct students into classroom teaching and develop an awareness
of the many role so a professional educator. Under the mentorship of a
practicing 7-12 educator, students will progress through a three-stage process
including assisting, co-teaching, and limited teaching. Students will also be
required to engage in a variety of school-related activities commonly
encountered by professional educators.
- ART 399 - Art Apprenticeship Program - 1-4 hours
- Prereq: none
Students interested in working with a department faculty member in a variety of
departmental activities should contact faculty members who would agree to supervise the
learning experiences for the semester. A formal work plan must be in writing and approved
by the faculty advisor.
- ART 403 - Individual Problems in Art - 1-9 hours
- Prereq: approval by department
Independent study for majors and minors in Art. Intensive study in a selected art field.
Students should not take more than 3 hours of ART 403 in any one semester. (Materials fee
of $8.00 for students working in Glass or Sculpture; materials fee of $60.00 for
students working in Ceramics)
- ART 405 - History of 19th Century Art - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
A study of the development of 19th century art in Europe: Neo-Classicism, Romanticism,
Realism, and Impressionism and Post-Impressionism.
- ART 409 - History of Nebraska Art - 1-3 hours
- Prereq: none
A survey of art and artists in 19th and 20th century Nebraska and how their art relates to
the history of art in western civilization. Unique characteristics of regional art forms
are examined and discussed.
- ART 413 - Design Practicum - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 318*, ART 319*, ART 351*; portfolio
presentation required
A professional studio atmosphere that gives students practical experience with design
projects from clients within the university and community. Emphasis will be placed on
procedures in consulting with clients, designing, illustration, photography, production,
pre-press and printing supervision of projects. Course may be repeated for credit.
(Materials fee of $20.00)
- ART 414A - Advanced Painting V - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 314C*
Students concentrate on personalizing content, while investigating processes and
techniques related to large format paintings. (Materials fee of $15.00)
- ART 414B - Advanced Painting VI - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 414A*
Continuation of ART 414A. Students concentrate on personalizing content, while
investigating processes and techniques related to large format paintings. (Materials fee
of $15.00)
- ART 414C - Advanced Painting VII - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 414B*
Continuation of ART 414B. Students concentrate on personalizing content, while
investigating processes and techniques related to large format paintings. (Materials fee
of $15.00)
- ART 415 - Late Modern: Art Since the '50s - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
An examination of contemporary directions in the visual arts since 1950. Special emphasis
given to current trends in both Europe and the United States, including new modes such as
video and environmental art.
- ART 418 - Graphic Design III - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 368*
An advanced exploration in visual communication design. Selected projects
will emphasize theoretical research in semiotics. Students will be encouraged
to experiment with different design processes and the integration of
expressive forms, communicative functions, and effective applications of
advanced computer technologies. Strong emphasis on originality, concept and
portfolio pieces. (Lab fee of $20.00)
- ART 422 - Women in Art - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A chronological survey from the prehistoric era through the end of the twentieth century,
analyzing women's artistic role in their societies and highlights pertinent issues in each
individual period.
- ART 425 - Critical Perspectives - 3 hours
- Prereq: 12 hours in Art
Research into problems of aesthetic attitude and content.
- ART 430A - Ceramics V - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 330C*
Advanced level coursework for the ceramic studio major. Individual techniques for
constructing ceramic forms are encouraged and expected. Individualized methodology of
surface development by glazing and firing is explored. All basic clays and glaze chemicals
are provided with the exception of specialized tools, specialized protective clothing and
specialized glaze chemicals. (Materials fee of $60.00)
- ART 430B - Ceramics VI - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 430A*
Continuation of ART 430A. Advanced level coursework for the ceramic studio major.
Individual techniques for constructing ceramic forms are encouraged and expected.
Individualized methodology of surface development by glazing and firing is explored. All
basic clays and glaze chemicals are provided with the exception of specialized tools,
specialized protective clothing and specialized glaze chemicals. (Materials fee of $60.00)
- ART 430C - Ceramics VII - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 430B*
Continuation of ART 430B. Advanced level coursework for the ceramic studio major.
Individual techniques for constructing ceramic forms are encouraged and expected.
Individualized methodology of surface development by glazing and firing is explored. All
basic clays and glaze chemicals are provided with the exception of specialized tools,
specialized protective clothing and specialized glaze chemicals. (Materials fee of $60.00)
- ART 435A - Printmaking V - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 335C*
The print as a multiple original and edition printing is considered. Study with color
printing processes may be explored. (Materials fee of $55.00)
- ART 435B - Printmaking VI - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 435A*
Continuation of ART 435A. The print as a multiple original and edition printing is
considered. Study with color printing processes may be explored. (Materials fee of $55.00)
- ART 435C - Printmaking VII - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 435B*
Continuation of ART 435B. The print as a multiple original and edition printing is
considered. Study with color printing processes may be explored. (Materials fee of $55.00)
- ART 440 - Special Problems in Art History - 1-3 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
Research on specific problems which may involve historical, philosophical, aesthetic or
critical aspects of arts. Course by appointment.
- ART 444A - Glass V - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 344C*
These creative glass classes will lead to higher levels of craftsmanship while stressing
original creative concepts. Experimental activities using metal foils of gold leaf, silver
leaf, copper leaf, etc.; lusters and sulfides will be introduced while improving on
previous processes and techniques. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 444B - Glass VI - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 444A*
Continuation of ART 444A. These creative glass classes will lead to higher levels of
craftsmanship while stressing original creative concepts. Experimental activities using
metal foils of gold leaf, silver leaf, copper leaf, etc.; lusters and sulfides will be
introduced while improving on previous processes and techniques. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 444C - Glass VII - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 444B*
Continuation of ART 444B. These creative glass classes will lead to higher levels of
craftsmanship while stressing original creative concepts. Experimental activities using
metal foils of gold leaf, silver leaf, copper leaf, etc.; lusters and sulfides will be
introduced while improving on previous processes and techniques. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 446A - Sculpture V - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 346C*
This course will focus on the fabrication of metal sculpture concepts. Soldering, welding,
riveting, adhesive bonding and mechanical fabrication will be introduced. Creative
original concepts and good craftsmanship are stressed. (Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 446B - Sculpture VI - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 446A*
This course will focus on wood carving and wood assemblage and construction of sculpture.
The proper use of wood power equipment such as saws, sanders and carvers will be taught.
Creative original concepts and good craftsmanship will be emphasized. (Materials fee of
$100.00)
- ART 446C - Sculpture VII - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 446B*
This course will focus on the use of clay as a creative medium. Basic clay construction
techniques will be taught while investigating ceramic formulae relative to size and
surface considerations. Creative originality and good craftsmanship are stressed.
(Materials fee of $100.00)
- ART 450 - Special Topics - 1-9 hours
- Prereq: Approval by department for students on the BFA program who have completed 30
hours of Art
Independent study in Art and intensive study in a selected art field. (Materials fee
varies with art field)
- ART 452A - Drawing VI - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 352C*
Advanced work with the elements of composition in a variety of drawing media.
(Materials fee of $15.00)
- ART 452B - Drawing VII - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 452A*
Continuation of ART 452A. Advanced work with the elements of composition in a variety of
drawing media. (Materials fee of $15.00)
- ART 452C - Drawing VIII - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 452B*
Continuation of ART 452B. Advanced work with the elements of composition in a variety of
drawing media. (Materials fee of $15.00)
- ART 454 - Computer Animation II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 355* or
permission of instructor
An advanced animation course for students with previous animation experience desiring to
produce a 10-30 second cell animated production with sound.
- ART 468 - Package Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: ART 418*
An advanced studio investigation of three-dimensional formats. Students exploration of
three-dimensional formats will include: developing imagery and typography, understanding
the visual communication of content with audience. Emphasis involves theoretical study and
practice of visual communication relating to the areas of packaging, exhibition and
environmental design. (Materials fee of $35.00)
- ART 474 - Special Topics in Art - 3-6 hours
- Prereq: none
Designed to meet special needs for students in Art Education, Art History, and Studio Art.
Must have special permission of department chair to enroll.
- ART 475 - Cultural Studies Through Art - 3-6 hours
- Prereq: ART 321*
The study of the visual arts and culture of a region or country through travel and
research.
- ART 498 - Senior Project: Art Education - 1 hour
- Prereq: none
This advanced level course includes an exhibition which allows art education students to demonstrate proficiency in a number of
studio media for future teaching of PK-12. Students will also write a paper on their philosophy of art education and how their
work informs their teaching.
- ART 499 - Senior Exhibit - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course gives the students the opportunity to utilize all of the skills and knowledge
from previous coursework to create an experimental senior project that will result in an
exhibition. This exhibition will include an oral review of the senior candidate by faculty
and, in the case of Visual Communication and Design students, professional jurors. Strong
emphasis on originality, concept and portfolio pieces. Senior standing, last semester
(with exception of Art Education majors) is recommended. (Ceramics - Materials fee of
$60.00)
* This course is the immediate prerequisite. Other preparation is
required prior to this immediate prerequisite.
