Course Listings/Descriptions

ART - Art

ART 1300C Drawing I - Fundamentals . . . . . 3(F,S)
Students will study several media and how to use them. Instruction in drawing still life, landscapes and other objects/subjects provided. Students develop perception of proportions along with black/white media compositional concepts. Invites all students. Material and supply fee will be assessed.

ART 1301C Drawing II - Fundamentals . . . . . 3(F,S)
Continuation and further development of the studies in ART 1300C. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 1300C or its equivalent.

ART 2003C Visual Arts Experience . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
An investigation of the creative process and its application in hands-on, multimedia explorations. Invites all students. No prerequisites or corequisites. (General Studies Course: HUM/FA) Material and supply fee will be assessed.

ART 2134C Textiles & Weaving . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Introduction to basic textile and weaving techniques. Covers tie dye, batik, cardweaving, two harness loom weaving techniques, four harness loom weaving techniques and basic basketry forms and techniques. Invites all students. Credit may not be earned in both ART 2130C and ART 2134C.

ART 2150C Jewelry & Metalsmithing I . . . . . 3(F,S)
A study of basic jewelry and metalsmithing techniques. Material and supply fee will be assessed.

ART 2201C Two-Dimensional Design . . . . . 3(F,S)
Introduction to the concepts by which shape, value and color control space; ideas fundamental to the visual arts. Invites all students. Material and supply fee will be assessed.

ART 2203C Three-Dimensional Design - Sculptural Form . . . . . 3(F,S)
Basic three-dimensional form design. Introduction to the concepts by which shape, texture value, color, various materials and surfaces are used to evolve 3D form in art. First of a series of sequential sculpture courses. Art core course. Invites all students. Material and supply fee will be assessed.

ART 2210C Ideas and Concepts . . . . . 3(S)
A personal and group exploration of the creative process and how to expand our creative potential. For art majors, to be taken at the beginning of their junior year. Credit may not be earned in both ART 2230C and ART 2210C. Prerequisite: ARH 2051, ARH 2401, ARH 2411, ART 1300C, ART 1301C, ART 2201C, ART 2203C and ART 2500C.

ART 2253C Illustration . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Experience with various illustration media, approaches and contexts as applicable to the discipline of graphic design.

ART 2400C General Printmaking . . . . . 3(S)
Introduction to various printmaking techniques possibly including blockprinting, calligraphy, monotype, etching and engraving. Content varies according to instructor. Prerequisite for all other printmaking courses. Invites all students.

ART 2441C Intaglio II . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Continuation of the study of specific metal plate techniques employing color inks in the printing process. Permission of instructor required. Credit may not be earned in both ART 2470C and ART 2441C.

ART 2500C Painting I - Fundamentals . . . . . 3(F,S)
Students will study paint, color, the tools to use and how to use them. The student is instructed to paint using still lifes, landscapes, possibly figures, and other objects/subjects. Some materials supplied. Primarily an introductory painting course for art majors. Credit may not be earned in both ART 2510C and ART 2500C. Material and supply will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 1300C and ART 2201C or equivalents.

ART 2600C Computer Imaging I . . . . . 3(F,S)
Using the computer and its applications as a creative tool in the process of making art. Designed as a "fine arts" class, as opposed to a course stressing computer graphics. Explores the creative uses involved in and issues surrounding computer generated imagery. Exposes students to a variety of computer imagery and ideas providing a contemporary view of the digital image in art today. Material and supply fee will be assessed.

ART 2701C Intermediate Sculptural Form . . . . . 3(F,S)
In-depth exposure to appropriate fabrication methods in three- dimensional materials including wood, metal, and stone. Beginning hands-on investigation of formal issues in conjunction with contemporary art concepts. Required (or equivalent) for all students who plan to continue with sculpture. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 1300C, ART 1301C, ART 2201C, ART 2203C.

ART 2948 Service Learning Field Study I . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

ART 3104C Crafts and Beyond . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Exploration in the technical aspects of craft media with emphasis on ceramics, fiber, and metalwork processes. Required of Studio Art majors working toward Teacher Certification. Credit may not be earned in both ART 3193C and ART 3104C.

ART 3113C Ceramics: Wheelthrowing . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Intermediate course in throwing techniques. Deals with clay in terms of functional as well as sculptural considerations. Covers a broad range of technical information. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 3760C or equivalent.

ART 3152C Jewelry & Metalsmithing II . . . . . 3(F,S)
Advanced jewelry making techniques building on those learned in Jewelry & Metalsmithing I. Processes covered will include forging, casting and laminations of metal. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Credit may not be earned in both ART 3151C and ART 3152C. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 2150C or its equivalent.

ART 3312C Drawing III-Intermediate . . . . . 3(F,S)
Required of all art majors. Reviews fundamentals. Develops individuality through observational and conceptual experiences/projects. Introduces some color media. Permission of instructor is required. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 1300C, ART 1301C, and ART 2201C or their equivalents.

ART 3405C Painting III - Advanced . . . . . 3(F,S)
Individual development in media, technique and concept will be stressed. Possibilities of painting other then easel painting will be presented. Investigation and experimentation responding to situations and projects is required. Credit may not be earned in both ART 3531C and ART 3405C. Prerequisite: ART 3504C or equivalents.

ART 3500C Painting for Non-Majors . . . . . 3(F,S)
Students will study paint, color, the tools to use and how to use them. The student is instructed to paint using still lifes, landscapes, possibly figures and other objects/subjects. Some materials supplied. Primarily an introductory painting for majors outside of art. Invites all students.

ART 3504C Painting II - Intermediate . . . . . 3(F,S)
Includes fundamentals review. Develops individuality. Uses observational and conceptual experiences/project. Stresses understanding/perceiving color, using media and techniques appropriate to the student's personal development. Primarily for art majors. Credit may not be earned in both ART 3530C and ART 3504C. Prerequisite: ART 1301C and ART 2500C or equivalents.

ART 3610C Computer Imaging II: Image Manipulation . . . . . 3(F)
An intermediate computer imaging course designed to develop an understanding of the industry standard image manipulation software, Photoshop. Includes hands on computer/software sessions culminating in the production of digital imaging artworks which incorporate technical, creative, ethical, and aesthetic concerns in the visual arts. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Credit may not be earned in both ART 3604C and ART 3610C. Prerequisite: ART 2600C or equivalent.

ART 3760C Ceramics . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Variety of handforming processes including throwing on the potters wheel. Deals with basic glazing and firing techniques. Invites all students. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Credit may not be earned in both ART 3110C and ART 3760C.

ART 3764C Ceramics: Handbuilding . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Handbuilding techniques. Deals with clay in terms of functional as well as free-form design. Covers a broad range of technical information. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Credit may not be earned in both ART 3111C and ART 3764C. Prerequisite: ART 3760C or equivalent.

ART 3930 Special Topics in Painting and Drawing . . . . . 9(SS)
Unique topics concerning painting and drawing. Students should have background of fundamentals in painting and/or drawing. Assignments will vary.

ART 3948 Service Learning Field Study II . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

ART 3949 Cooperative Education . . . . . 2(F,S,SS)
Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education) Permission of director of Cooperative Education is required. Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only.

ART 4155C Enameling & Metal Processes . . . . . 3(F,S)
Exploration into variations of the enameling medium using a variety of techniques including cloisonne, limoges, basse-taille and champleve. Emphasis will be placed on the use of color theory and two-dimensional design and their relationship to the three-dimensional object. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 3152C or equivalent.

ART 4158C Jewelry & Metalsmithing: Personal Directions . . . . . 3(F,S)
Advanced jewelry making and metalsmithing techniques building on those learned in ART 2150C and ART 3152C with emphasis on personal directions. Prerequisite: ART 3152C or ART 4155C or the equivalent.

ART 4320C Drawing IV - Advanced . . . . . 3(F,S)
While there is a continuation of the development of many of the concepts of drawing from ART 3312C, this course is dedicated to the study of life drawing concepts. The human figure will be the primary subject matter. Extensive experimentation and exploration of drawing media use in relation to the figure will be stressed. Permission of instructor is required. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: ART 3312C or equivalent.

ART 4333C Drawing V - Advanced . . . . . 3(F,S)
Use of classroom/studio situation to direct the student towards independent study. Student will be required to participate in the structuring of projects and experiences that demand individual investigation and development. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Credit may not be earned in both ART 4332C and ART 4333C. Prerequisite: ART 4320C or equivalents.

ART 4506C Painting IV - Advanced . . . . . 3(F,S)
Use of the classroom/studio to direct the student in independent study. Students will be required to initiate the structuring of projects and experiences and to pursue them with individual development and investigation. Credit may not be earned in both ART 4532C and ART 4506C. Prerequisite: ART 3405C or equivalents.

ART 4618C Digital Multimedia I . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
An intensive, advanced computer imaging course. Combines all previous applications, computer skills and creative/aesthetic development. Students incorporate image manipulation, sound, Lingo programming and 2D animation, utilizing Macromedia-Director. Labor intensive, as the application has a high learning curve. Credit may not be earned in both ART 4680C and ART 4618C. Prerequisite: ART 3610C.

ART 4619C Digital Multimedia II . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Continuation of Digital Multimedia I and is an intensive, advanced computer imaging course. Allows students time to put to the Director techniques into practice, while combining all previous applications, computer skills and creative/aesthetic development. Students incorporate image manipulation, sound, Lingo programming language and 2D animation, utilizing Macromedia-Director, Sound Edit 16, Adobe After Effects and Premiere. Is labor intensive, designed for highly motivated, self- disciplined students. Credit may not be earned in both ART 4682C and ART 4619C. Prerequisite: ART 4618C.

ART 4706C Advanced Sculptural Form . . . . . 3(F,S)
Investigation of individual visual direction through refined technical and content-based research. Continuing exposure to contemporary visual issues and research into postmodernism. Research in processes and appropriate fabrication of molds, plaster and plastics. Prerequisite: ART 2701C or its equivalent.

ART 4710C Sculpture III . . . . . 3(F,S)
Third course. A continuation of three-dimensional problems with an emphasis on specific materials and techniques, some on a larger than life scale. Credit may not be earned in both ART 4703C and ART 4710C. Prerequisite: ART 4706C or equivalent.

ART 4730C Sculpture IV . . . . . 3(F,S)
Fourth course. An advanced level study in sculpture in a specific process with its related materials stressing craftsmanship and strong visual concepts. Credit may not be earned in both ART 4740C and ART 4730C. Prerequisite: ART 4710C or equivalent.

ART 4760C Ceramics: Personal Directions . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Design and the development of individual expression in clay. Student has a choice of forming techniques. Covers advanced firing and glazing techniques. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Credit may not be earned in both ART 4113C and ART 4760C. Prerequisite: ART 3764C or the equivalent.

ART 4800 Personal Directions . . . . . 1(S)
A critical thinking and discussion course for advanced studio (BFA) majors. Students review their collective work in progress and discuss it in relation to themselves, the process, art history, and contemporary issues. Offered concurrently with ART 5810; graduate students will be assigned additional work. A directed study or 4000 level studio art course is required.

ART 4890C Senior Seminar . . . . . 1(F)
Specifically for BFA majors. Poses a related variety of issues to the artist; the current art scene, trends and career matters that deal with advanced study and employment. Should be taken within the senior year. Prerequisite: ART 4800.

ART 4947 Museum or Gallery Practicum . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Practical experience in organizing museum and gallery exhibitions. Includes promotion, finance, grantsmanship, space design and other related issues. Practicums may be arranged with the Pensacola Museum of Art, The University Gallery or other recognized institutions. Permission of instructor is required.

ART 4949 Cooperative Education . . . . . 0(F,S,SS)
Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education) Must be a master level student and permission of the director of Cooperative Education is required. Graded on satisfactory/ unsatisfactory basis only.

ART 5810 Personal Directions  . . . . .1(S)
A critical thinking and discussion course for graduate studio majors. Students review their collective work in progress and discuss it in relation to themselves, the process, art history, and contemporary issues. Offered concurrently with ART 4800; graduate students will be assigned additional work. Permission of instructor required. A directed study or 5000 level studio art course is required.


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