Jun 17, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Apparel and Textiles

  
  • ATT 4840:Textile/Apparel Senior Project

    1 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ATT 4670  and ATT 4750  
    This course is designed to provide the student with integrated knowledge from previous courses. Studentse are required to use their skills in forecasting, design, merchandising, sourcing and marketing along with the financial aspects of establishing a fictitious company. A formal written report and oral presentation will be evaluated by faculty and industry representatives.


Applied Computer Science

  
  • ACST 2301:Problem-Solving and Digital Game Design

    3 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Learning Support Prerequisites:
    Successful completion of all Learning Support English and Mathematics courses, if required.
    This course is an introduction to programming and problem solving, emphasizing the analysis of problems and design of solutions using a game design engine.  Content will also include an introduction to computer game design, with example games and game projects.    Concepts covered will include programming logic structures, object-oriented design, prototyping, game design approach, Agile Development, real-time constraints, threaded objects, inter-object communication, object inheritance, alarms, event management, elementary graphics, beta-testing, play-balance, and user-interface design.

  
  • ACST 2312:Programming with .NET Framework

    3 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 2301  
    This course covers the fundamentals of programming with C# by using Visual Studio and the.NET framework.  Topics discussed in this course include programming with the Visual Studio environment, basic syntax of the C# language, classes and objects, Inheritance, Interfaces and abstract classes, program flow and events, generics, collections, graphic applications.    

  
  • ACST 3330:Data Structures and Database Applications

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 2312   or CS 1302   or CSE 1302   or CSE 1312  
    This course covers the fundamental and advanced data structures and database programming techniques.  Topics discussed in this course include: Programming with List, Queue, Stack, Hash Table, BST; ADO.NET; Language-Integrated Query (LINQ); Modern ORM tool; and ASP.NET Web Services.   

  
  • ACST 3340:Modern Languages: Theory, Scripting, R, HPC, Fortran

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 3330  
    Coverage of various scripting languages, the R language, and parallel programming languages will be included. This course introduces the fundamental concepts of programming languages and how languages are translated for execution. Topics will also include variable storage, control structures, linking and binding, and exceptions. Students will study Python, R, ECL, Thor, and Roxie languages.

  
  • ACST 3510:Computer Architecture from Foundations to Cloud

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 2312   or CS 1302   or CSE 1302   or CSE 1312  
    Coverage will include computer architecture fundamentals, processor architecture, high performance and clustered architectures, and cloud computing.   Students will learn the foundations of computer organization and architecture, processor design, instruction sets, system design, cache design, multiprocessor architectures, parallel computing theory, high performance clustered architectures and cloud computing.

  
  • ACST 3530:Linux Operating Systems and Networking

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 2312   or CS 1302  
    This course provides a practical coverage of operating systems and networking by using Linux, a widely used open source operating system.  Topics discussed in this course include basic concepts of operating systems, Linux kernel, system management basics, task scheduling, disks and devices, file systems, memory, system boots, basic concepts of networking, networking configurations, networking services, and shell scripts.

  
  • ACST 3540:Social Media & Global Computing

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 2312  
    Coverage will include the fundamentals of building systems with new social media technologies and will explore how these technologies affect social, economic and political organization on a local and global scale.  Topics will range from social networking, SMS, peer-to-peer networks, content aggregation technologies like portals and mashups, and media sharing functionalities like YouTube and Flickr.  Activities will include the development of student designed wikis, mashups, peer-to-peer applications and web services.

  
  • ACST 3710:Digital Game Design and Team Project

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 2312  
    This course provides an introduction to digital game design, game engines, multi-player games, and the game development process.   Students will develop games individually and in groups.  Students will make formal presentations, formally evaluate game designs and provide beta-testing feedback, and will incorporate beta-testing feedback into their designs.

  
  • ACST 4320:Data Warehousing and Mining

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: CS 3410  
    This course covers concepts, techniques, and applications of data warehousing and data mining. Topics discussed in this course include: dimensional modeling, extraction-transformation-loading (ETL), Online Analytical Processing (OLAP), Data Mining Extension to SQL (DMX), Naïve Bayes, Decision Tree, Association Mining, and Clustering.    

  
  • ACST 4490:Special Topics in Applied Computer Science

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Prerequisites vary depending on topic. 
    Special topics of interest to faculty and students. 

  
  • ACST 4550:Mobile Computing with Android

    2 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 2312  
    This course covers the fundamentals of Android programming using the Android SDK.  Topics discussed in this course include: fundamental concepts in Android programming - activities and intents, designing user interface using views, data persistence, content providers, messaging and networking, location-based services, and developing android services.   

  
  • ACST 4570:Cloud Computing and HPCC Systems Platform

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: CS 3410   or CSE 3153  
    Cloud Computing uses Internet as the platform for the development and delivery of computing technologies. Topics discussed in this course include:  cloud computing concepts, cloud computing architecture, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS), cloud computing access and implementation, and cloud computing with HPCC Systems.

  
  • ACST 4620:Computing Security

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 3530    or CS 3502  
    This course covers basic concepts and practices in computer and network security. This includes topics such as cryptography, authentication, authorization, secure protocols and principles for developing secure software.  Applications will include using security frameworks to develop software and configuring security support systems.

  
  • ACST 4850:Interdisciplinary Project and Portfolio Preparation

    4 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ACST 3340  
    Students will complete an applied computer science project that encompasses the computer science domain and the chosen domain of the selected concentration area. Students will also prepare and complete an online portfolio of their work, research, and projects appropriate for presentation to prospective employers.

  
  • ACST 4851:Applied Computer Science Research Thesis

    4 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Concurrent:
    ACST 3340
    Students will complete an applied computer science undergraduate research thesis that encompasses the computer science domain and the chosen domain of the selected concentration and minor area in the sciences. A student will work under a thesis committee with a thesis committee chair. Students are encouraged to include a committee member from the minor area.


Architecture

  
  • ARCH 1000:Introduction to Architecture

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH Majors and Minors Only 
    This course will explore theoretical and practical frameworks that inform architecture. Relevant theoretical and practical issues will be presented and discussed, allowing students to understand how fundamental parameters in design, including formal, spatial, and phenomenal factors, influence decision-making and inform critical thinking. Students shall be introduced to social and ethical stewardship that center on sustainability and socially-engaging designs. 

  
  • ARCH 1001:Architecture Studio I

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH Majors and Minors Only
    This course is the first design studio. Through exercises and projects, it introduces a variety of skills and fundamental principles in design for the beginning student in architecture including but not limited to the following: graphic observations, analysis, and representations, design process, architectural drawing and drafting, model building, and verbal communication.

  
  • ARCH 1002:Architecture Studio II

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 1001  
    This course builds and elaborates upon the skills and subjects introduced in Architecture Studio I by engaging design problems at scales larger than in the previous studio and by investigating more complex problems, including building language and elements. It culminates with a capstone design project that summarizes and measures the learning of the first year, and prepares students for the second year.

  
  • ARCH 1241:Design Communication I

    1 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    This course offers lecture and practicum providing fundamentals of design communication through principles of drawing conventions and related techniques including orthographic projections, paraline drawings, and perspective construction systems to represent design ideas and built forms. This involves use of manual media, 2D image manipulation and 3D modeling using digital media. The intention of the course is to develop visual literacy through visual thinking and to develop skills to represent objects and simple buildings in both two and three-dimensions.

  
  • ARCH 2003:Architecture Studio III

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 1002  
    This course builds on the design thinking skills developed during first year studios. This course initiates the application of research from site, context and case studies in the design process and emphasizes design concept development. Projects initiate the design of interior and exterior conditions, site design and the architectural design of structural systems.

  
  • ARCH 2004:Architecture Studio IV

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 2003  
    This course continues the development and use of generative design concepts begun in Architecture Studio III with projects of increased size and scope. Building programming and basic building codes are introduced and emphasis is placed on the introductory design of materials and material systems. 

  
  • ARCH 2030:Global Sustainability Strategies

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This is a study of International aspects of buildings related to social orientation by looking at design and construction around the world in the context of sustainability and the carbon footprint of how we live. Form factors are discussed and the issues of planning, design and construction explored. The Architect/Engineer/Construction Manager’s perspectives will be completed by specific building examples. International differences in the role of buildings/structures within our physical fabric will be explored, yet common threads will be found which can be useful in a shrinking world and a more universal construction industry. This course is open to all majors and undeclared students.

  
  • ARCH 2111:Architecture Culture I: Early Civilizations & Medieval

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    The Architecture Culture sequence is designed as a historical survey of Architectural history and theory. Its aim is to develop an understanding of how architecture manifests the socio-cultural conditions of an era by examining the relationship between architecture and other cultural discourses such as philosophy, aesthetics, science, religion, politics and technology. It also examines how architecture, as a cultural artifact, transforms through time in response to alterations in its surrounding cultural context. This course introduces early architectural traditions and the formulation of European traditions through the Gothic.

  
  • ARCH 2211:Architecture Structures I - Introduction to Structures

    2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or higher in (PHYS 1111   and PHYS 1111L ) or (PHYS 2211   and PHYS 2211L )
    This course is an introduction to architectural structures with an emphasis on statics and strength of materials concepts. Focus is on force systems, shear and moment diagrams and determination of section properties.

  
  • ARCH 2242:Design Communication II

    1 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 1241  or permission of the instructor.
    This course offers lecture and practicum and is seen as a continuation of Design Communication I. It introduces techniques and conventions of graphic communication as an aid for architectural design. This course advances levels of visualization and representation of architectural building and related design ideas. Techniques include hand drawings, digital rendering, and 3D computer modeling. The goal is to link traditional techniques and digital modeling to various studio works both at process level and final presentation level. A variety of representation techniques are introduced to highlight design vocabulary through a series of projects ranging from page layout to building. Both small-scale objects and moderate-scale structures/buildings can be used as base information to represent concepts of design and techniques of representation.

  
  • ARCH 2311:Environmental Tech I -Systems Selection and Materials

    2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course offers lecture and practicum. It introduces selection criteria of materials and their properties relative to structural and enclosure systems. Emphasis is placed on wood, steel, masonry, and concrete structural systems. Enclosure Systems are explored in relation to various applications of existing and new materials and finishes that building systems entail within the context of sustainability.

  
  • ARCH 3011:Architecture Studio V

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 2004  and acceptance into the upper division upon portfolio review.
    This studio emphasizes the importance of conceptual architectural thinking, materiality, and natural daylighting and introduces integration of building technologies within the architectural design process. The majority of the semester focuses on a medium sized, mixed-use project located on a suburban/exurban site.

  
  • ARCH 3012:Architecture Studio VI

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 3011  
    This course is a continuation of ARCH 3011 and the integration of building technologies. Students design a medium to large-scale project within a dense urban setting with a focus on the contemporary workplace. Emphasis is placed on site context and systems and materials research in support of design intent. The first half of the semester is devoted to project design and the latter half is spent examining construction tectonics through large-scale physical models.

  
  • ARCH 3112:Architecture Culture II - The Renaissance through 1850

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course examines the rise of renaissance architecture and architectural theory and traces the spread of their influence across Europe into the enlightenment. The architectural impact of colonial expansion is studied as European architecture interacts with or displaces the local traditions of colonized areas in Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

  
  • ARCH 3113:Architecture Culture III: 1850 through 1945

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course explores the innate relationship between the making of architecture and architectural theory as the events of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries unfold. Nineteenth century historicism in Europe and the United States is introduced and followed by an examination of the changing relationship to history that precedes the turn of the twentieth century. This course then begins an investigation of the diverse regional and conceptual approaches to modernity, covered up to the International Style Exhibition.

  
  • ARCH 3211:Architecture Structures II: Concrete and Lateral Loads

    3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 2211 
    This course is a continuation of ARCH 2211 with emphasis on gravity loads and basic design of wood structural components including beams, columns, and trusses. Engineered wood products, glue-laminated, and connections are also covered.

  
  • ARCH 3212:Architecture Structures III: Steel and Wood

    2 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 3211 
    This course is a continuation of ARCH 3211 with the design of steel structural members, connections and statically determinate structural steel systems. Approximate analysis of rigid frames is introduced and the student learns to use “pre-packaged” computer programs to input data and evaluate results.

  
  • ARCH 3313:Environmental Technology II: Human Comfort and Building Systems

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 2311  
    This course offers lecture instruction that is focused on the fundamental connection between human comfort and active / passive design mechanisms. Topics include building context / orientation and form, envelope characteristics and materials, and human comfort within interior environments. Additionally, energy conservation and major mechanical systems are examined in relation to building typology and sustainability.

  
  • ARCH 3314:Environmental Technology III: Lighting, Electrical and Acoustics

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 3313  
    This course is the culmination of the environmental technology sequence. Lectures elaborate upon prior coursework and place focus upon natural and artificial lighting, electrical systems, and building acoustical design. Students will continue to explore the connection between building form and environmental design strategies to develop and enhance interior atmospheres.

  
  • ARCH 3398:Internship

    Variable 1-12 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Department Approval
    This course is an internship course designed to provide real world experience options supported by the department.

  
  • ARCH 4013:Architecture Studio VII: Integrative Design

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 3012  , ARCH 3314   and ARCH 3212  
    This course focuses on building structural systems and systems integration in relation to an architectural concept. Students will work on a program allowing them to study the impact of site and programmatic forces in relation to integrative principles as described by NAAB. The course builds upon and emphasizes synthesizing knowledge and skills acquired in concurrent and prior coursework.

  
  • ARCH 4014:Architecture Studio VIII: Urban Lab

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 4013  and ARCH 4116  
    This course focuses on designing urban environments and aims to expand students’ design skills to a larger scale than single buildings or single sites. Integrating experiential data to conventional analysis, the studio aims to teach creating humane, just, aesthetically pleasing and livable urban environments. 

  
  • ARCH 4114:Architecture Cultures IV: The Development of Architecture into the Twenty-First Century

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 3113  
    This course continues the investigation of architecture culture by examining the development of the diverse regional and conceptual approaches to modern Architecture from the international style to the present, including the development of contemporary theoretical positions in architecture. 

  
  • ARCH 4116:Urban Planning and Design Theory

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course examines historic and current trends of urban design, development and growth. Diverse socio-economic-political and spatial issues that shape and continuously transform the physical fabric of cities, metropolitan centers, and regions are the focus of this course. The course requires critical and applied assignments, through which the students explore and understand theoretical and applied underpinnings of wide-ranging and diverse urban forms and practices.

  
  • ARCH 4117:Thesis Prep

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    The course prepares students to develop topics for their Thesis Proposal. Students must develop a clear design premise supported with research and a clear methodology to develop a robust thesis proposal for their thesis Project.

  
  • ARCH 4224:Professional Practice I: Codes and Technical Documents

    2 Class Hours 2 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course offers lecture and practicum. It introduces Standard Building Code, N.F.P.A. 101 and A.D.A and / or International Building Code. Emphasis is placed on theory of building safety, code document organization and the application of codes to actual buildings. The learning of codes is further extended by applying the code knowledge to producing an actual set of technical [contract] documentation of an assigned architectural project.

  
  • ARCH 4225:Professional Practice II - Cost Control

    2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
    This course introduces methods commonly used concepts of building economics to create budgets for the construction cost of commercial building projects from conceptual discussions with the Owner and the early stage of development of the drawings and specifications. These methods are typically used by architects and general contractors for feasibility and value engineering and building economic studies. The focus of this course is to enable architectural students to effectively create realistic estimates of probable economic cost for their clients and thereby work as a team member with the Owner and General Contractor to establish and maintain a project budget throughout the process of project design and construction.

  
  • ARCH 4226:Professional Practice III: Practice and Ethics

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This course introduces the study of professional ethics, laws governing the practice of architecture and contractual relationships. It seeks to develop a working knowledge of how the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Document Series influences the method and legality of architectural practice. It emphasizes office management, professional liability and insurance, the owner-architect agreement, the architect- consultant agreement, owner-contractor agreement, bidding procedures and conditions of the contract management. 

  
  • ARCH 4400:Directed Study

    Variable 1-3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Departmental Approval
    This course is designed to provide an independent study option for students to satisfy curriculum requirements.

  
  • ARCH 4490:Special Topics

    Variable 1-4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Departmental Approval
    Special Topics in Architecture determined by the Department topics vary in credit hour and in focus

  
  • ARCH 5015:Focus Studio

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 4014  
    The Fifth-Year Focus Studios are intended to introduce the student to design research and its application, while adhering to creativity, critical thinking, processes of making, and constructability. The annual Focus Studio is an intrinsic part of the professional core of the Architecture Program and is designed to foster a strong relationship between the program, our students, and the profession as a whole. All qualified fifth year students have the option to select a studio critic who will broaden their area of interest in a subject-based studio.

  
  • ARCH 5016:Thesis Research

    0 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 1 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 4117  
    Students pursue their thesis topic conceived in the Thesis-Prep course into a fully developed thesis proposal under the guidance of their thesis committee. Thesis Committee (two internal professors) must approve student Design Proposal. This course must be passed with a grade of an “S” (Satisfactory Progress) to move forward to Thesis Studio.

  
  • ARCH 5017:Thesis Studio

    0 Class Hours 12 Laboratory Hours 4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ARCH 5015  and ARCH 5016  
    Design solutions must demonstrate Ability to produce evidence to meet and exceed applicable NAAB criteria set by the Faculty. Thesis Coordinators uphold thesis procedures, standards and pedagogical mechanics keeping in view applicable NAAB student performance criteria [learning outcomes], values, principles and expectations of the Architecture Faculty in line with the vision and mission of the Arch Program and the University. Thesis Projects must follow the approved design proposal and be properly documented according to the approved thesis book layout, structure and table of contents. Thesis Project Book must be approved by student’s Committee and Thesis Coordinator to be acceptable for publication. Thesis requirements will be considered incomplete without the submission of the Project Book according to the approved guidelines.
     


Art

  
  • ANIM 3600:Foundation Animation

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1150  and ART 2550  
    This course is an introduction to contemporary animation. Course content focuses on frame-to-frame animation as well as 2-dimensional rigged animation techniques. Students will create unique animations using industry standard time-based media computer applications.

  
  • ANIM 3620:Storyboarding & Composition

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1150  
    This course is an introduction to the use and creation of storyboards for animation. Students will interpret narratives including their own material into functional sequential art. Students will explore both traditional and digital media in the course.

  
  • ANIM 3630:Environments for Animation

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3160  
    This course focuses on the basic design and creation of 2D environments for animation. Students will explore both traditional and digital media in the course.

  
  • ANIM 3640:Character Development

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2550  and ART 3150  
    Students will apply their drawing skills and knowledge of the figure to create original characters designed for applied 2D animation techniques.

  
  • ANIM 3650:Digital Animation Production I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ANIM 3600  
    This course focuses on using industry standard digital animation production software. Students will explore the pipeline nature of the software and the many roles involved with a professional animation production.

  
  • ANIM 3660:Digital Animation Production II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ANIM 3650  
    This course is an advanced approach on understanding and operating industry standard digital animation production software. Students will focus on particular roles and tasks including 2D animation and compositing. Also, students will work in a team environment to create an animation short.

  
  • ANIM 4630:3D Animation Modeling

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2550  
    This course introduces the student to the use of industry standard 3D computer graphic software. Practical application of the software will include creating environmental imagery, props, and characters.

  
  • ANIM 4650:Digital Animation Studio

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
    Students will pursue selected topics in animation of an advanced nature, which may include independent student research.

  
  • ANIM 4660:Senior Animation Reel

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Permission of an advisor and instructor.
    This graduating senior capstone course focuses on the development of a student resume and professional animation reel showcasing work designed for the animation industry. There is also a research component for current job market demands & requirements, as well as graduate school options. The animation reel will demonstrate work that represents an individual style and a high level of conceptual abilities and professionalism.

  
  • ART 1100:Two-Dimensional Design and Color Theory

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Successful completion of all Learning Support English requirements, including ENGL 1101 , if required.
    Elements of art and the principles of two-dimensional design, with emphasis on line, shape, texture, space, value elements of color theory executed through conventional methods.

  
  • ART 1107:Art in Society

    3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Learning Support Prerequisites:
    Successful completion of English Learning Support, if required. Successful completion of Mathematics Learning Support or concurrent registration, if required.
    This interactive course is an introduction to the role of visual art in global societies, from antiquity through the present day. It examines various media within their social, historical, and intellectual contexts; explores a variety of art-historical, art-critical, and theoretical issues; and facilitates critical and analytical thinking. It also teaches students how to analyze the basic elements of art and design and how to visit a museum. (Visits to some venues may require paid admission.)

  
  • ART 1150:Drawing I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Drawing, using a variety of media and techniques, including work from figure, still-life and landscape. Some drawing with digital media.

  
  • ART 1200:Three-Dimensional Design

    3 Class Hours 3 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1100  and ART 1150 
    An introductory course in exploring, evaluating and resolving concepts related to basic three dimensional design problems. Exercises include three-dimensional drawing techniques and model building. Emphasis is placed on the application of elements and design and principles of organization as well as form and space relationships using a variety of media.

  
  • ART 2150:Drawing II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1100 , ART 1150 , and full admission into the art program.
    Pictorial composition with studies in use of line, form, value and texture, including work from nature, the life model and setups.

  
  • ART 2290:Special Topics in Art

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor and department chair.
    Selected special topics of interest to faculty and beginning students interested in art.

  
  • ART 2550:Computer Applications in Art

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1100 , and ART 1150  
    The study of computer technology employed by professional artists. Digital presentation and documentation techniques covered. Limited work with art production software.

  
  • ART 2990:Concept, Creativity, and Studio Practice

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    This is a studio art foundation course and is a prerequisite for the BFA majors in all concentrations. It is designed as an introduction to the studio practices and conceptual processes of a creative artist.

  
  • ART 3011:Typography I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2550  
    The focus of this course is on the history of graphic design with emphasis on the exploration and study of typography as a visual communication tool. The course will include an understanding and working knowledge of the grid as a visual design tool for typographic page layout.

  
  • ART 3015:Electronic Illustration

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2550 
    The focus of this course is the execution of quality illustrations. The blending of traditional and electronic images will be influenced and strengthened by the history of illustration. The illustrations will be adapted for print and web using advanced conceptual skills and digital techniques. The strong development of form and color and the elements and principles of design will be stressed.

  
  • ART 3020:Typography II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3011  and ART 2990  -may also be taken concurrently
    The focus of this course is on concept-based problem solving with emphasis on the appropriate use of type and form. Students will explore historical periods of typography to include well-known designers and design trends. Symbolism and corporate identity design will also be incorporated.

  
  • ART 3021:Publication Design

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3020 
    The focus of this course is on page layout and web design. Two and four-color print publications (magazines, newsletters, brochures, etc.) will be covered, with emphasis on the ability to employ visual structural systems (grids), to produce a cohesive group of layouts in a variety of document formats. Web design will be introduced as another publishing medium.

  
  • ART 3022:Pre-Press

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3020  and admission into the graphic communication concentration.
    The focus of this course is on digital image manipulation and object oriented-graphics. This will ensure that students have a thorough understanding of digital file formats and their application to page layout. Emphasis will be on production terminology according to the principles of industry standard digital pre-press. Image editing and manipulation for the web will also be covered.

  
  • ART 3120:Ceramics I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1200   and full admission into the art program.
    Basic processes in ceramics, including pinch pot, coil and slab method of building, wheel throwing and an introduction to ceramic decoration with engines, glazes and textures.

  
  • ART 3150:Figure Drawing

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2150 
    Intensive study of the human figure; action, structure, volume, design and expressive potentialities from a variety of models, using a variety of media. Some portraiture.

  
  • ART 3160:Painting I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1100  and ART 1150  
    Painting with various media emphasizing organizational structure, technical considerations and abstract relationships.

  
  • ART 3260:Painting II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2150  and ART 3160 ; ART 2990  (may also be taken concurrently).
    Painting with acrylics and/or oils emphasizing organizational structure, abstract relationships and technical considerations.

  
  • ART 3265:Aqueous Media

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2150  and ART 3160 
    This course introduces painting in a variety of traditional and non-traditional water-based media such as watercolor, ink, and gouache. Both technical mastery and creative experimentation are emphasized.

  
  • ART 3300:Sculpture I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1200  and ART 2150 
    An introduction to selected sculptural processes using a variety of media.

  
  • ART 3310:Sculpture II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3300 ; ART 2990   (may also be taken concurrently).
    In-depth exploration of selected sculpture processes, creative and aesthetic concepts related to the 3 dimensional form.

  
  • ART 3320:Jewelry and Small Metals I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1200  
    This course is an introduction to basic small metals and jewelry techniques including fabrications, forming, and finishing. It emphasizes advanced design skills and critical analysis, as well as exposure to historical and contemporary works.

  
  • ART 3325:Jewelry and Small Metals II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3320 
    This course will explore various formats, techniques, and materials necessary to gain an understanding of utilitarian objects and holloware. Techniques will include tool making, repoussage, and forging, while reflecting the students’ individual visual and conceptual interests.

  
  • ART 3360:Wheel Throwing

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3120  
    In this course students will gain a comprehensive understanding of pottery creation using the wheel throwing technique and the various pottery decoration techniques.

  
  • ART 3380:Mold Making and Slipcasting

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3120  
    In this course students will develop an understanding of plaster mold making and the slip casting process for the creation of ceramic sculpture and pottery forms.

  
  • ART 3396:Cooperative Study

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Approval of coordinator of cooperative educational internships (Career Services).
    A supervised work experience program for a minimum of two academic semesters at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on the job experience in conjunction with their academic training.

  
  • ART 3398:Art Internship

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Permission of the department chair.
    A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic semester with a previously approved business firm, private agency or government agency.

  
  • ART 3400:Digital Photography

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2550  
    This course introduces digital photography and its basic practices for fine art applications. It explores various methods of photographic image-making in contemporary art and its interpretations. Assignments and class critiques will emphasize the development of a visual vocabulary and explore the possibilities of photography as a visual arts medium.

  
  • ART 3410:Film Photography

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1100  and acceptance into the art major.
    This course introduces students to the basic manual functions of film cameras and darkroom processing and printing techniques. Students will use black-and-white film and darkroom paper to produce traditional photographic prints. The course teaches a refinement of photographic techniques and visual skills with an emphasis on aesthetics.

  
  • ART 3420:Lighting for Photography and Video

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3410  and ART 3400  
    This course teaches students photographic studio and location lighting techniques and introduces the large-format 4x5 camera. Students will apply increasing understanding of darkroom and digital practices to large-format analog and digital printing. Knowledge of contemporary theory and criticism and its application to contemporary photography is incorporated.

  
  • ART 3430:Introduction to Video

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Acceptance into Art Program, ART 2550  and ART 3410  
    This course covers selected topics in video art, which include the use of video shooting and editing practices for the advancement of students own personal artwork and style.

  
  • ART 3500:Printmaking I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2150  
    Students learn basic printmaking processes, techniques, and professional craftsmanship.

  
  • ART 3510:Printmaking II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3500 ; ART 2990  (may also be taken concurrently).
    Advanced exploration of conventional and experimental printmaking techniques including but not limited to the relief, intaglio and stencil processes.

  
  • ART 3520:Planographic Techniques I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3510 
    This course examines techniques and contemporary applications of planographic printmaking in silkscreen printing and lithography. The emphasis is on experimentation, design, drawing, and multicolor printing. Topics include hand-cut paper, and film and photographic stencils in silkscreen and hand-drawn aluminum and digital polyester lithographic techniques. Classes include discussion and critique of print content and concept together with the technical skills involved in each phase of the planographic processes.

  
  • ART 3550:Bookarts, Letterpress and Papermaking

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2150  
    This course introduces the history, materials, and techniques associated with book arts, letterpress and paper making.

  
  • ART 3600:Illustration I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1100  , ART 1150  , ART 1200  , ART 2550  , ART 2990  , and ART 2150  
    This course will focus on sketches, revisions, research and final image development. Subjects covered will be methods and sources for research and the sketch as a research and presentation tool.

  
  • ART 3610:Illustration II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3600  
    The course focuses on the Principles of Visual Communication: choice of subjects, procedures, and the practice of illustration. Visualizing the text will be the primary emphasis for this course, in addition to exploration of ideas, events, and personalities. This will involve creating illustrations for various publishing forms.

  
  • ART 3705:Sequential Art I

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 1100  , ART 1150  , ART 1200  , ART 2550  , ART 2990  , and ART 2150  
    An introduction to the art of comics. The art of making effective, strong and original layouts is emphasized in this course. Students acquire a basic understanding of the history of the medium current trends, orthodox and experimental narrative techniques that are possible.

  
  • ART 3715:Sequential Art II

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3150   and ART 3705  
    This class explores the formal underpinnings of comics and provides an overview of tools and techniques utilized in the creation of sequential art.

  
  • ART 3990:Art As a Public Profession

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2990  
    This course introduces the art student to a variety of artistic fields and endeavors which provide a range of income-generating possibilities for the professional artist. With a special focus on art in public places, the course will guide the student through the specifics of preparing, locating, and applying for public art commissions. The course will also look at the establishing artistic relationships with art galleries, museums, and art centers, as well as preparation for the realm of self-employment.

  
  • ART 4021:Advertising and Packaging

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 3021 
    The focus of this course is to explore the role of advertising and packaging as part of the graphic design discipline. Emphasis will be on advertising campaign strategies and tactics from a historical perspective, package design solutions targeted to marketing objectives, media realities and display aesthetics. The history and the unique positioning of advertising and packaging will be stressed.

  
  • ART 4022:Web Design for Artists

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2550  
    This course provides students with the foundations for website design using industry standard web-editing applications. The emphasis will be on student-centered digital portfolio projects of professional quality. The students will learn methods for conceptualizing, designing, producing, and web publishing. Effective visual design, usability, web content organization and the processes of website development will also be covered.

    Notes: Admission to the Art Program required.
  
  • ART 4023:Interactive Media Design

    2 Class Hours 4 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 2550 
    This course provides students with the foundations for interactive media design using current industry software applications. It emphasizes the creation and delivery of basic interactive content for current interactive environments, while exploring the features and capabilities of various software applications. Students are expected to demonstrate a high level of technical and creative mastery in their final projects, along with creating successful user experiences.

 

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