ART 301 Advanced Drawing (3)
Development of advanced methods and techniques in the study of form and structure. Emphasis on problem solving. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 131 and ART 201.
ART 302 Life Drawing I (3)
Development of methods and techniques in the study of form and structure as it relates to human proportion and anatomy analysis. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 201.
ART 303 Life Drawing II (3)
Advanced problems in life drawing. Advanced methods and techniques in the study of the human form as it relates to proportion, anatomy analysis and composition. Total credit limited to 6 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 302.
ART 304 Advanced Watercolor (3)
Transparent watercolor painting. Design and composition of painting, use of drawing and advanced watercolor techniques. Total credit limited to 6 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 204.
ART 305 Painting Techniques (3)
Physical characteristics of painting media, creative understanding of pictorial space and color. Total credit limited to 6 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 101.
ART 306 Figure Painting (3)
Comparative development of proportion and structure of the human head and figure as it relates to color and value. Mixing of pigment color and its implementation to figure painting. Continued emphasis with figure, its artistic placement in space and pictorial composition. Total credit limited to 6 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 204, ART 302.
ART 308 Intermediate Sculpture (3)
Advanced studio course in expressive use of form with modeling, casting, carving, and/or assembly. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. Total credit limited to 9 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 108, or ART 134, or consent of instructor.
ART 310 Art History-American Art (4)
Major historical periods of American art from the colonial period to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the broader notion of American art as a process of developing an identity of the varied historical and sociological forces which have shaped images in American art. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ART 111, ART 213, or consent of instructor.
ART 311 Art History-Nineteenth Century Art (4)
History of painting and sculpture from the French Revolution to the beginning of the 20th century. Significant movements such as Neo-Classicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: One lower division Art History course, or consent of instructor.
ART 312 Art History-Twentieth Century Art (4) GEB C.3.
History of major art movements from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present. Major emphasis will be placed on Fauvism, Expressionism, Dada, Surrealism, and the period of Post-World War II art in Europe and the United States. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ART 311 or consent of instructor.
ART 313 Design History (3)
Survey of graphic and product design from Russian avant-garde to the present. Emphasis placed on Constructivism, Streamlining, and development of the Modern Movement in design. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: Any lower division art history course for Art majors; Junior standing for all other students.
ART 314 History of Photography (4) GEB C.3.
Photography and significant photographers from the invention of the camera obscura to the present day. Evolution of visual ideas in the medium with regard to changes in technology and society. Relationship to other visual arts and cultural impact. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Any lower division art history course for Art majors; Junior standing and ART 111 or ART 112 for all other students; or consent of instructor.
ART 321 Photographic Expression: B/W (4)
Advanced techniques including multiple exposure, series, high contrast and digital manipulation. Emphasis on personal expression and developing style, introduction to symbology, visual source development and the work of contemporary creative photographers. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: ART 224 and ART 314.
ART 322 Color Photography (3)
Fundamental techniques in color photography. Theory of color, visual concepts, exposing color transparencies and negatives, printing from color negatives, finishing and presentation. Studio electronic flash and available light. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 224.
ART 323 Introduction to Digital Image Making (3)
Digital modification of color photography using transparency materials. Development of consistent control of 35mm color transparency films. Digital photographic vocabulary as well as theory of color in expression and communication. Survey of contemporary color photography and digital image making. Miscellaneous course fee required--see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 322 and CSC 113 or consent of instructor.
ART 325 4x5 Camera Techniques (3)
Basic techniques using 4x5 view cameras. Architecture, landscapes, portraiture, and other outdoor subjects used to help the student master the use of large format cameras. Other topics include exposure techniques, perspective, and sharpness correction, lighting and composition. Sensitometric approach to B/W film development and print quality emphasized. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 323.
ART 326 4x5 Camera/Commercial (3)
Professional techniques with large format cameras. Outdoor and studio photography presented using B/W film and color transparencies. Topics include studio lighting for glass and metal, copying, interiors, and product photography. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 325.
ART 327 Portraiture (3)
Studio and environmental portraiture. Emphasis on light ratios/patterns; posing; personality portrayal. Retouching of film and print. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 224, ART 325.
ART 329 Editorial and Corporate Photography (3)
Creating, lighting and executing editorial photography. Producing photography for corporate needs, i.e. annual reports, brochures and in-house publications. Emphasis on selecting subject matter, handling lights and color film. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 326.
ART 331 Typographic Design (3)
Principles of letterforms and how these principles affect the communication of ideas through graphic design. Analysis of type style, structure, and form. Computer applications are required for appropriate problems. 3 activities. Prerequisite: Junior standing. ART and Design majors: ART 134, ART 232 (or concurrent). GRC majors: ART 133.
ART 332 Symbology (3)
Use of symbolism and metaphor in graphic design. Communication of complex or abstract concepts with connotative/denotative imagery. Development of ideas from research, reference materials, and the imagination. Computer applications are required for appropriate problems. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 331, junior standing.
ART 333 Corporate Identity (3)
Design and implementation of corporate logos. Development of a graphic standards manual for use of identity in diverse applications. For Art and Design majors only. Computer applications are required for appropriate problems. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 332, junior standing.
ART 336 Exhibition Design/Museum Studies (3)
Theory and applied principles of exhibition design for art objects in the museum or gallery setting. Class responsible for planning and installing actual gallery exhibitions. Total credit limited to 9 units. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 108, ART 134, or consent of instructor.
ART 340 Glass Fusing and Forming (4)
Studio course in the creative processes of fusing, forming, and assembling glass. Introduction to the use of line, color, and texture related to glass as a transparent or opaque material. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. Total credit limited to 8 units. 1 lecture, 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 108 or ART 240 or consent of instructor.
ART 341 Advanced Selected Topics in Glass (4)
Continued exploration into the expressive use of glass as a creative medium. Topics may include glass casting, glass blowing, mold making, and kiln work. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. Total credit limited to 12 units. 2 lectures, 2 activities. Prerequisite: ART 240 or ART 340, or consent of instructor.
ART 345 Ceramics II (3)
Studio course in hand, wheel, mold, extruder, jigger, and press forming skills. Design of single and multiple forms and kiln firing procedures. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. Total credit limited to 6 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 108, or ART 134, or ART 245 or consent of instructor.
ART 346 Ceramics III (3)
Studio use of clay, slip, engobe, glaze, stoneware and raku. Contemporary craftmaker's skills are developed through use of historic and industrial techniques. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 1 lecture, 2 activities. Prerequisite: ART 108, or ART 134, or ART 245 or consent of instructor.
ART 355 Metalsmithing (3)
Studio course investigating intermediate fabrication including raising, box construction and masonite dye. Exploration of surface design techniques for nonferrous metals. Emphasis on creative design solutions to problems. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. Total credit limited to 9 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 108 or ART 255, or consent of instructor.
ART 356 Jewelry Casting (3)
Introduction to casting for the jeweler with emphasis on creative design solutions to assigned problems. Use of lost wax techniques including design, wax working, casting and finishing. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. Total credit limited to 9 units. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 108 or ART 255, or consent of instructor.
ART 400 Special Problems for Advanced Undergraduates (1-2)
Individual investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter. Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of instructor.
ART 407 Illustration (3)
Development of techniques and conceptual skills in illustration for use in the fields of graphic design and advertising. Total credit limited to 6 units. For Applied Art and Design majors only. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 204, ART 302, ART 331.
ART 424 Video and Multimedia Production (4)
Multimedia and video presentations utilizing digital as well as analog video editing, Other presentation applications will also be introduced. Emphasis is on professional quality presentations, visual expression and communication to the viewer. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: ART 323.
ART 426 Illustration Photography I (3)
Advanced principles of lighting and design as applied to studio and location photography. Illustrating ideas provided by clients. Both traditional and digital applications are used. Emphasis on creative problem solving, composition and lighting to produce quality image. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 326 and senior standing.
ART 427 Illustration Photography II (3)
Applied principles of design and color to produce a photograph that sells an idea, product, or service. Both traditional and digital applications used. Joint projects with ART 432, Advertising Design. Emphasis on thinking, planning, interpreting, and presenting an ideaphotographically. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 426 and senior standing.
ART 428 Portfolio Production Photography (1)
Physical production of final portfolio for the graduating senior in photography concentration. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 427 and senior standing; concurrent enrollment in ART 462 required.
ART 430 Advanced Typographic Design (3)
Advanced principles of letterform design and modification related to the communication of ideas. Continuation of analysis of type characteristics. Emphasis on computer application to the typographic design processes. Miscellaneous course fee required--see Class Schedule. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 333 and senior standing.
ART 431 Package Design (3)
Graphics for food, beverage and related packaging. Positioning of products through research into typography, imagery and color. For Art and Design majors only. Computer applications are required for appropriate problems. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 333 and senior standing.
ART 432 Advertising Design (3)
Development of print advertising from concept to final presentation. Emphasis on art direction, photo direction and copywriting. For Art and Design majors only. Computer applications are required for appropriate problems. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 431 and senior standing.
ART 433 Editorial Design (3)
Design of editorial material, printed collateral, magazine layouts and annual reports. For Art and Design majors only. Computer applications are required for appropriate problems. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 432 and senior standing.
ART 460 Professional Practices (2)
Professional practices in the art and design field, legal and ethical questions, taxes, contracts, fees and copyrights. Current job opportunities are researched and business plan prepared. Course lectures augmented by visiting professionals. For Art and Design majors only. 2 lectures. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
ART 461 Senior Project (3)
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Minimum of 90 hours time. Results presented in a formal report. Prerequisite: Senior standing and ART 460.
ART 462 Senior Portfolio Project (1)
Preparation of portfolio system for entrance into the professional job market. 1 activity. Prerequisite: Senior standing and ART 461.
ART 463 Undergraduate Seminar (2)
Analysis of selected problems and topics for undergraduates. 2 seminars. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
ART 464 Graphics and Animation Techniques for Microcomputers (3)
Original and available software to investigate graphics generation and realtime animation techniques. Topics include BASIC vs. assembly language, brush painting, page flipping. Color graphics, sound, and music. Educational and commercial applications and marketing. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: CSC 110 or CSC 410 and CSC 207.
ART 465 Contemporary Photography Seminar (2)
Survey of significant photographers and developments in the field since 1950. The interaction between photography and the other visual arts as well as its social impact during this period. Student presentations on selected research topics. Total credit limited to 4 units. 2 seminars. Prerequisite: ART 314.
ART 466 Advanced Digital Image Making (3)
Expressive possibilities of latest image manipulation software. Advanced capabilities of this software explored with focus on development of conceptual and expressive abilities in the digital medium. Art and Design majors only. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 231 or ART 323 and senior standing.
ART 467 Designing for the World Wide Web (3)
Interactive design for the World Wide Web and CD-ROM's. Introduction to HTML and design software most commonly used in interactive work. Unique design issues and opportunities of the World Wide Web. Art and Design majors only. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 231 or ART 323 and senior standing.
ART 470 Selected Advanced Topics (1-3)
Directed group study of selected topics for advanced students. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 6 units. 1 to 3 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
ART 471 Selected Advanced Laboratory (1-3)
Directed group laboratory study of selected topics for advanced students. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 6 units. 1 to 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
ART 485 Cooperative Education Experience (6) (CR/NC)
Part-time work experience in business, industry, government, and other areas of student career interest. Positions are paid and usually require relocation and registration in course for two consecutive quarters. Formal report and evaluation by work supervisor required. Total credit limited to 16 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and consent of instructor.
ART 495 Cooperative Education Experience (12) (CR/NC)
Full-time work experience in business, industry, government, and other areas of student career interest. Positions are paid and usually require relocation and registration in course for two consecutive quarters. Formal report and evaluation by work supervisor required. Total credit limited to 16 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and consent of instructor.
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