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  • 4.00 Credits

    An introductory course in drawing designed to develop seeing ability and means of expressing visual ideas through graphic skills. The course consists of exercises in drawing from observation and studies from the history of art. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    A creative approach for students with no previous experience to the concepts of music theory (rhythm, scales, keys, intervals, chords, etc.) and elementary harmony. Also an introduction to some of the monuments of Western repertory through listening, reading, and discussion. When Offered: Spring term annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course explores contemporary video practice, concentrating on creating, presenting, and analyzing video art. It is an introduction to the Arts Department production facilities and equipment, and a prerequisite for 4000-level video classes. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: ARTS 1010 or permission of instructor. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    Music composition taught in the context of modern computerized production methods. Technical topics include basic principles of computer sound generation, digital sound sampling, and the use of small computers for musical control of electronic instruments. Musical topics include a study of important musical works and compositional techniques of the 20th century. Student projects involve hands-on work on a variety of computer instruments and software. This course is a prerequisite for further creative work with Rensselaer's computer music facilities. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: ARTS 1010 or permission of instructor. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    Net Art is a hands-on studio course that uses the examination of the historical and theoretical aspects of Web-based art and virtual social spaces as a launching pad for individual student work. Considerable work at the conceptual level and a survey of Web-oriented software and programming enable students to create new works in net-based art. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: ARTS 1020 or permission of instructor. When Offered: Offered annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    Intermediate Digital Imaging is a hands-on studio course exploring the use of computer technologies in making visual art. A study of contemporary issues in digital media and photography facilitates individual innovation and experimentation. Digital imaging and input/output techniques are employed in terms of giving visual form to ideas and personal expression in private and public settings. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: ARTS 1020 or permission of instructor. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    Fundamentals of Animation is an introduction to animation as an art form. Most of this course will be traditional based assignments designed to encourage spontaneous creativity, explore animation concepts, and learn animation terminology. Assignments will build a solid foundation for entrance into Animation 1. This course will also be a historical and theoretical investigation with screenings and readings followed with discussion. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: ARTS 1010 or ARTS 1020. When Offered: Fall term annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    A beginning sculpture course combining hands-on studio work sessions with lectures on the history and theory of sculpture practice. The studio component involves explorations of materials and techniques as tools for the enhancing of visual sensitivity and creative expression. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 4.00 Credits

    An introductory course which will present basic concepts about composition, line, pictorial space, light, and color in the visual arts in order to help students develop the means for expressing visual ideas effectively. Weekly homework design projects, using both traditional and electronic media, will be complemented by in-class slide lectures, video tapes, and critiques. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 4
  • 1.00 Credits

    Readings, rehearsals, and performances of works from the standard repertoire for orchestra from the Baroque through the 20th century. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: demonstration of adequate skill in playing an orchestral instrument through audition. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 1
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