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3.00 Credits
Fulfills Fine Arts General Education requirement. This course presents an introductory overview of the history of global art spanning from prehistoric through medieval periods. Emphasizing iconography and stylistic development of artworks of varying mediums, this course will explore how art can relay historical context, cultural values, and identity. The skills learned in this introduction to visual literacy will prepare students to navigate their own contemporary worlds, which are saturated with images. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories from the prehistoric through Proto-Renaissance periods and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists in order to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Discuss and analyze thematic topics of globalization in relation to artistic objects and cultural traditions from the prehistoric through Proto-Renaissance periods. 6. Formulate a position on an issue that is logically tied to information, includes opposing viewpoints, and critically identifies consequences and implications. FA, SP
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3.00 Credits
Fulfills General Education Fine Arts requirement for all students interested in art theory. This course presents an introductory overview of the history of global art spanning from the Renaissance through Contemporary periods. Emphasizing iconography and stylistic development of artworks of varying mediums, this course will explore how art can relay historical context, cultural values, and identity. The skills learned in this introduction to visual literacy will prepare students to navigate their own contemporary worlds, which are saturated with images. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories from the Renaissance through Modern periods and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists in order to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Discuss and analyze thematic topics of globalization in relation to artistic objects and cultural traditions from the Renaissance through Modern periods. 6. Formulate a position on an issue that is logically tied to information, includes opposing viewpoints, and critically identifies consequences and implications. FA, SP
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3.00 Credits
A study of selected topics in the art and architecture of South America, Central America, and/or North America. Time periods covered may range from pre-Hispanic to contemporary periods. Since the scope of the course will vary, students should inquire with the instructor as to the specific topic. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the period of the Americas under consideration and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Illustrate critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 6. Produce writing and/or oral presentations that use appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task. FA (even)
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3.00 Credits
For students interested in advanced study of Art History. Covers periods beginning with the fall of the Roman Empire through early Christian, Byzantine, Insular, Romanesque, and Gothic art, as well as relevant historical and religious contexts. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the Medieval period and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists in order to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Discuss and analyze thematic topics of globalization in relation to artistic objects and cultural traditions in the Medieval period. 6. Participate in class presentations and/or papers demonstrating a critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 7. Formulate a conclusion critique on an issue that reflects their informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order. 8. Produce writing that uses appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task.
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3.00 Credits
For students interested in a detailed study of European art from 1400-1550. Traces the development of the Renaissance in art and ideas by looking at a wide range of media, documents, and artists. Students will read selections from Giorgio Vasari's Lives of the Artists and learn about the birth of art history as an academic discipline. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the Renaissance period and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists in order to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Discuss and analyze thematic topics of globalization in relation to artistic objects and cultural traditions in the Renaissance period. 6. Illustrate critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 7. Produce writing and/or oral presentations that use appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task. SP (even)
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3.00 Credits
Variable thematic topics, issues, or problems in the field of art and art history. This course can cover either a specific or wide range of geographic areas and time periods. The specific topic of the course will vary from semester to semester and is repeatable for credit up to 9 total credit hours. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the ability to synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 2. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 3. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists in order to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 4. Discuss and analyze thematic topics of globalization in relation to artistic objects and cultural traditions in the topics covered. 5. Participate in class presentations and/or papers demonstrating a critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 6. Formulate a conclusion critique on an issue that reflects their informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order. 7. Produce writing that uses appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task; demonstrates detailed attention to organization, content, presentation, and formatting; demonstrates use of credible, relevant sources; and presents language that skillfully communicates meaning to readers clearly and without error. 8. Recognize and understand major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories within the scope of the topic of the course and will be able to relate them to their historical context.
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3.00 Credits
For students interested in advanced study of Art History. Begins with the development of Neoclassicism at the end of the eighteenth century, through the periods of Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post Impressionism, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, and Symbolism, as well as the historical and literary context. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the nineteenth century and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists in order to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Discuss and analyze thematic topics of globalization in relation to artistic objects and cultural traditions in the nineteenth century. 6. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 7. Produce writing that uses appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task. FA (even)
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3.00 Credits
For students interested in advanced study of Art History. Covers early Modern movements of Matisse and Fauvism through Cubism, Futurism, Dadaism, Surrealism, through Post Modernism, as well as the historical and literary context. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the twentieth century and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists in order to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Discuss and analyze thematic topics of globalization in relation to artistic objects and cultural traditions in the twentieth century. 6. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 7. Produce writing that uses appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task. SP (odd)
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the visual and material culture of gender within a focused geography, style, time period, or other specificity. Therefore, the topic of the class will vary and students should inquire with the instructor. Students will examine both specific artworks and artists alongside more general ideas surrounding gender within the topic under consideration. Examining art through the lens of gender will reveal intersections with race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, age, or identity. Students will gain understanding of the theories and methods of studying gender. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the period under consideration and relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Evaluate critical theories and methods relating to gender. 4. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in relation to gender in the period under consideration. 5. Illustrate critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 6. Produce writing and/or oral presentations that use appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task. FA (odd)
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3.00 Credits
This course presents a critical analysis of the themes in contemporary art in its global context from the 1980s to the present. Mediums and subjects addressed in this class will reflect the plurality of contemporary art with a heavy emphasis on race and gender. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the contemporary period and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Analyze how gender and race are addressed in contemporary art. 5. Illustrate critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 6. Produce writing and/or oral presentations that use appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task. SP (odd)
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