ART 101 — Introduction to Art
Designed for the student with little or no art experience who wishes to gain understanding of the language of art (composition, line, space, color, etc.) and art's significance in human terms. Involves slide presentations and classroom discussions. 3 Hrs.

ART 204 — Drawing
Emphasis on drawing through close observation of nature and as an expressive medium for communicating felt responses to subject matter. Exercises in contour, gesture, modeled form and light, using still life, landscape and the human figure. Media to include pencil, charcoal and ink. Six hours studio a week. 3 Hrs.

ART 208 — Graphic Design I
In this class students are introduced to  the basic principles of graphic design and e-design as they relate to designing in general as well as for the internet and multimedia.  Applications such as Photoshop and Illustrator will be explored.  3 Hrs.
 
ART 215 — Ancient to Early Renaissance Art
Survey of stylistic developments in architecture, sculpture, painting and the minor arts of the Mediterranean and European countries from prehistoric times to approximately 1500 A.D. 3 Hrs.

ART 216 — High Renaissance Art to the Present Time
Survey of stylistic developments in architecture, sculpture, painting and the minor arts of Europe and America from approximately 1500 to the present day. Prerequisite: Art 215 or permission of the instructor. 3 Hrs.

ART 223 — Ceramics
Fundamentals of both hand building and throwing on the potter's wheel. Hand-building techniques will include pinch, coil and slab construction. Glaze instructions will stress the relationships between form and color. 6 hours studio a week.  3 Hrs.

ART 227 — Photography
Photography is used as an expressive medium and as a tool for exploring visual experience. Emphasis will be on the selection and treatment of subject matter. Students will learn necessary skills in photographic technique and be acquainted with the historical development of photography.  Six hours studio a week. 3 Hrs.

ART 235 — Two-Dimensional Design Lab
This course introduces the elements of art and principles of design as they apply to two
-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on the application of structural elements and the application of the principles of visual organization and the theories of color.  Upon completion, students will be able to apply the theoretical and analytical applications of two-dimensional design in their advanced studio art classes.  3 Hrs.

ART 236 — Three-Dimensional Design Lab
This course introduces the elements of art and principles of design as they apply to three
-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles as they relate to form and space.  Upon completion, students will be able to apply the theoretical and analytical applications of three-dimensional design in their advanced studio art classes.  3 Hrs.

ART 302 — Painting
Studies in basic structure and color with emphasis on pictorial elements interpreted through painting media. Six hours studio a week. Prerequisites: Art 204, 232.3 Hrs.

ART 303 — Sculpture
Exploration of basic elements of three-dimensional form and space with special emphasis on the exploration of various styles, materials and techniques. Six hours studio a week. Prerequisite: Art 232. 3 Hrs.

ART 304 — Printmaking
Exploration of the basic principles of printmaking through such media as wood cuts, linoleum cuts or serigraphy. Pictorial composition, sound procedure and techniques are stressed in the program. Six hours studio a week.3 Hrs.

ART 305 — Advanced Studio
This course permits advanced individual exploration of techniques and principles introduced in the 200-level introductory studio courses. The focus varies from semester to semester between two- and three-dimensional approaches, with occasional thematic topics such as the human figure, still-life, collage/montage/assemblage, etc. Prerequisite: one studio course from Art 223, 302, 303, or 304. May be repeated for a total of four times. 3 Hrs.

ART 306 — The History of Design
This course follows the quest to give form to ideas as traced from the pictographs painted on cave walls to the latest imaginative computer-generated designs.  Students will be exposed to the creative thinkers, important innovations and breakthrough technologies that have shaped the evolution of visual communication.  3 Hrs.

ART 308 — 19th Century Art:  The Rise of Modernism
This course explores developments in painting and sculpture of Europe and America from the late 18th century age of "political revolution" to the early 20th century age of "artistic revolution".  Artists like David, Gericault, and Delacroix will be explored in the light of Enlightenment theories and revolutionary politics, followed by the socialist theories of the Realists Courbet and Daumier and concluding with the artistic innovations of Manet, Monet and Cezanne.  3 Hrs.

ART 315 — Art of the Modern Era:  1870 to the Present
Critical examination of major trends in the visual arts from c. 1870 to the present, within the context of developments in science, philosophy, religion, politics, etc. Prerequisites: Art 215, 216 or permission of the instructor.  3 Hrs.

ART 329 — Photography II
Further investigation of photography as a creative medium and advanced photographic techniques. Six hours studio a week. Prerequisite: Art 227. 3 Hrs.

ART 365 — Design II
In this course students will, by using the principles of design and layout, solve selling problems by creating original concepts, including headlines and position lines, exploring the use of typography, photography and illustration.  Web design will be explored.  3 Hrs.

ART--- — Multimedia Imaging
This is the most advanced class in Graphic Design and will explore audio and video in the context of computer imaging, including web pages, animation, photography, film shorts and sound sculpture.  3 Hrs.

ART 406 — Special Topics in Studio Art
An in-depth study of the specialized areas not included in the curriculum. Topics to be announced annually. Prerequisite: To be determined according to the nature of the topic. 1, 2 or 3 Hrs.

ART 407 — Topics in Art History
Focus on specific questions of style, traditions and influence as they relate to the emergence and development of art in Europe and America. Topics to be announced annually. Prerequisites: Art 215, 216 or permission of the instructor.3 Hrs.

ART 451 — Independent Studio
Advanced independent work in specialized areas of studio art for the mature, academically advanced student. Open to juniors and seniors with a B average in art and the approval of the department. This course may be repeated for a total of six hours of credit. 1, 2 or 3 Hrs.

ART 452 — Independent Study in Art History
Advanced independent work in specialized areas of art history for the mature, academically advanced student. Open to juniors and seniors with a B average in art and approval of the department. The course may be repeated for a total of six hours of credit. 1, 2 or 3 Hrs.

ART 497 — Senior Critique
Developing a coherent art-critical position. This requires assembling a portfolio and providing written critical justification of artistic production and aims. To be directed by the student's departmental advisor and evaluated by members of the art faculty. Prerequisite: Senior standing.1 Hr.

ART 498 — Senior Paper
This capstone course consists of an independent exploration of interactions between the student's major and the chosen concentration. The specific topic is to be selected by the student in consultation with his/her advisor. Prerequisite: Senior status. 3 Hrs.