2011-2013 CATALOG - The Art Institutes

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52 TEXTURE MAPPING FOR GAMES GA221 3 Credits - Prerequisite: MA260 Materials and Lighting In this class, students will be introduced to the process of creating and working with textures for the game genre. Advanced image manipulation techniques will be learned and applied here. Introduction to a shading network, as it applies to a 3D Software package, will also be explored. THE NOVEL ENG411 4 Credits (General Education) - Prerequisites: None In this course, students examine works in the genre of literary production called the novel. The novel is contrasted with other literary formats and understood in historical context. This course invites students on a quest to envision how authors create, “maps of the human heart in their fiction.” Students will also explore how the novel creates a sense of community for readers. TOOLS, TECHNOLOGY AND TERMINOLOGY DF101 3 Credits - Prerequisite: None This course discusses and identifies the different tools, technology, and resources available to a digital filmmaker during pre-production, production, and post-production, as well as what they do and the proper terminology associated with them. TRADITIONAL GEOMETRY MAT121 4 Credits - Prerequisite: Any 100-level Math course Topics include line, angle, and diagonals in terms of polygons, triangles, quadrilaterals and circles. Students will learn to apply radius, chord, diameter, secant and tangent to circles. Students will also learn to apply sine, cosine, tangent, cotangent, secant, and cosecant to triangles and rectangles. Solid geometry, including prisms, pyramids, cylinders, cones, and spheres, will be studied. TRADITIONAL TYPOGRAPHY CG135 3 Credits - Prerequisite: None Students are introduced to the history of type. Relationships of letters, space, fonts, and type systems will be studied and applied. Students will style text and letterforms and incorporate type in compositions. This class is fundamental in learning how to make appropriate type and design decisions while organizing visual space. TRANSFORMATIONAL GEOMETRY VG250 3 Credits - Prerequisite: MAT200 Linear Algebra Students review the classical geometric concepts of dimension, curve, shape, solid, and line-and-arc construction, position, and motion. This course will coordinate systems, bridge geometry and algebra, and provide a foundation for exploring computerbased geometry. The course also includes a survey of contemporary geometrical concepts: symmetry, projection, transformation, tessellation, L-system, and fractal modeling. TRENDS AND CONCEPTS IN APPAREL FM111 3 Credits - Prerequisite: FM100 Survey of the Fashion Industry This course includes a comprehensive study of trend forecasting, demographics, and social issues that affect fashion and related industries. Students will analyze the importance of clothing with an emphasis on the twentieth century. U.S. HISTORY SBS301 4 Credits (General Education) - Prerequisites: None This course will examine the origins of contemporary American society by tracing the history of the United States. The culture, institutions, and values of the United States will be emphasized by presenting multiple perspectives and methodologies. U.S. HISTORY II SBS302 4 Credits (General Education) -Prerequisites: SBS301 US History This course covers the period of American history from Reconstruction (1877) to the present. Primary emphasis is on the twentieth century. USABILITY TESTING IM298 3 Credits - Prerequisite: IM242 Internet Marketing This course introduces students to the concepts and techniques of usability testing. Through theories presented in the course, students learn common ways to locate errors or problems with interactive products. USER CENTERED DESIGN IM222 3 Credits - Prerequisites: IM130 Introduction to Scripting, AR111 Fundamentals of Design or Academic Director approval This course introduces students to the concepts and processes of developing interactive media projects (such as Web sites) which have as a primary goal addressing and solving user needs. By exploring the process step-by-step, students will identify where user issues are raised and how they are answered. During the course, students either physically create a Web site or a prototype. Students present and defend their decisions. VIDEO CAMERA AND LIGHTING TECHNIQUES VP111 3 Credits - Prerequisite: None This course introduces students to various technical aspects of this dynamic and versatile career path. Students examine the basic techniques of pre-production and production including lighting, cameras, lenses, mounting equipment, framing and composition, videotape, VCRs, studio facilities, and personnel. Using video recorders and players, the techniques of dubbing, assembling, and inserting visuals and sound from source to source are also practiced. VIDEOGRAPHY VP121 3 Credits - Prerequisite: VP111 Video Camera and Lighting Techniques This course introduces students to the video camera as a technical and creative tool for communication and art. The course emphasizes camera operation and the setup for electronic field production (EFP) and studio applications. Students integrate the principles of lighting and gripping into video applications. Camera movements and framing are applied using different camera mounts. VISUAL INDICATION GR251 3 Credits - Prerequisite or Concurrent: GR271 Digital Grid Systems Visualization skills will be applied to comprehensives of photo indication, illustration, storyboards, layouts, and other design presentation prototypes. This communication tool facilitates concept visualization for both the artist and the client. Techniques with a variety of media will be refined. VISUAL PRESENTATION ID215 3 Credits - Prerequisite: AR121 Perspective, AR181 Color Theory Students build on their drawing and design abilities to create visual presentations. Through a method of exploring a variety of media, the student will gain presentation skills utilizing techniques such as sketching and rendering. VISUAL TECHNIQUES AND DESIGN I FM224 3 Credits - Prerequisite: None Survey course exploring creative and technical approaches to window and interior store displays. Students work in a laboratory setting creating threedimensional displays as they familiarize themselves with standards and innovative techniques. VISUAL TECHNIQUES AND DESIGN II FM324 3 Credits - Prerequisite: FM224 Visual Techniques and Design I Students work in a laboratory setting to continue the development of their skills and understanding of the three-dimensional selling tool of display. VITICULTURE AND VINIFICATION I CU480 3 Credits - Prerequisite: CU255 Food and Beverage Operations Management This class provides comprehensive information pertaining to France’s classic wine regions and the varietals, vineyard conditions, and cellar practices essential to their production. Economic, political and sociological conditions, as well as historical context are explored. Particular attention will be given to developing the student’s sensory evaluation skills and their application to wine selection and food pairing. VITICULTURE AND VINIFICATION II CU481 3 Credits - Prerequisite: CU255 Food and Beverage Operations Management This class provides comprehensive information pertaining to the Old World’s other classic wine regions and the varietals, vineyard conditions, and cellar practices essential to their production. Economic, political and sociological conditions, as well as historical context are explored. Particular attention will be given to developing the student’s sensory evaluation skills and their application to wine selection and food pairing. WEB PAGE SCRIPTING WS110 3 Credits - Prerequisite: None The increasing use of the Internet has created a growing market for individuals who can integrate aesthetic design principles coupled with Web page scripting skills. Students will create Web pages utilizing HTML, the basic scripting language of Web documents. Other effects, extension scripts, and software packages available for that medium will also be used. WORLD CIVILIZATIONS SBS311 4 Credits (General Education) - Prerequisites: None In this course, students will explore the cultural, intellectual, economic, scientific, and political trends that have shaped the historical development of humankind. THE ART INSTITUTE OF PHOENIX 2011-2013 COURSE CATALOG
WORLD CIVILIZATIONS II SBS312 4 Credits (General Education) - Prerequisites: SBS311 World Civilizations This course covers European history from the seventeenth century through post-World War II. It includes political, economic, and cultural development, such as scientific thought, the Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, and World Wars I and II. WORLD CONFLICT SBS325 4 Credits (General Education) - Prerequisites: None Students will explore the concepts of cooperation, competition and conflict on a variety of levels. Specific areas of the world will be chosen to illustrate the effects of natural resources, religion, population, technology, and politics on human cooperation. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of current world conflict. WORLD CUISINE CU236 3 Credits - Prerequisites: CU100 Fundamentals of Classical Techniques, CU110 Culinary Theory and Concepts This course emphasizes both the influences and ingredients that create the unique character of selected World cuisines. Students prepare, taste, serve, and evaluate traditional, regional dishes of Spain, Middle East, Turkey, Greece, Africa and India. Importance will be placed on ingredients, flavor profiles, preparations, and techniques representative of these cuisines. WORLD LITERATURE ENG320 4 Credits (General Education) - Prerequisites: None This course expands and refines the objectives of English I. It emphasizes critical and logical thinking skills, reading comprehension, problem definition, research strategies, as well as analytical, evaluative, and/or persuasive writing. WRITING FOR INTERACTIVE DESIGN IM232 3 Credits - Prerequisite: None This is a specialized writing course for interactive design. Students will learn the unique characteristics and techniques of internet, intranet, and other media writing and apply them to interactive media production. Students will also learn to conduct research for media writing projects. WRITING FOR MEDIA PD331 3 Credits - Prerequisites: ENG100 English I This course is designed to introduce students to writing strategies for print and electronic media. Topics include media research; copyrighting; editing; advertising; and writing for print, television, video, animation, and interactive multimedia environments. WORLD CIVILIZATIONS II SBS312 4 Credits (General Education) - Prerequisites: SBS311 World Civilizations This course covers European history from the seventeenth century through post-World War II. It includes political, economic, and cultural development, such as scientific thought, the Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, and World Wars I and II. ABOUT THE ART INSTITUTE OF PHOENIX History The Art Institute of Phoenix opened for business as an additional location of The Art Institute of Colorado (Denver) in September 1995, with classes beginning in January 1996. The initial class was made up of 45 students across the four programs with a total staff and faculty of 17. The associate degree in Culinary Arts received American Culinary Federation (ACF) accreditation in February of 2005. In February 2006, the Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design degree received Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). In March 2006, The Art Institute of Phoenix was granted status as a freestanding institution by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). In February 2010, the Associate of Applied Science in Baking & Pastry Arts, the Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts, and the Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Management each received five-year grants of accreditation through American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEFAC). The Art Institute of Phoenix is a subsidiary of The Art Institutes International, Inc., which is a subsidiary of Education Management Corporation. In addition, The Art Institute of Phoenix has the following branches: • The Art Institutes International SM - Kansas City • The Art Institute of Wisconsin Facilities In 1995, The Art Institute of Phoenix opened at 2233 West Dunlap Avenue, in Phoenix, Arizona. Near the Black Canyon Freeway, the modern building promotes a positive learning environment. Occupying approximately 78,655 square feet of a 92,000 square- foot building, the interior was designed with creative students in mind. Spacious classrooms, and fully equipped studios and labs offer a positive working atmosphere. Three modern kitchens, with ample windows offering broad sweeping views, provide a creative environment for the culinary student. Demographics According to regulations published by the Department of Education, as part of the Higher Education Act, we have provided the chart below demonstrating the diversity of our student body as of Fall 2009. These statistics below include all enrolled, full-time students for the main campus and any branch locations: Total Undergraduate Enrollment Number of Students 1,287 n/a Gender Male 624 48% Female 663 52% Percentage of Student Body Race/Ethinicity (Self-Identified) Hispanic/Latino Hispanic/Latino 94 94 7% 7% American Indian or American Indian or Alaska Alaska 13 13 1% 1% Asian Asian 16 16 1% 1% Black or African Black or African American American 57 57 4% 4% Native American Native American Hawaiian or Other Hawaiian or Other n/a n/a n/a n/a White White 304 304 24% 24% Two or More Races Two or More Races n/a n/a n/a n/a Non Resident Alien Non Resident Alien n/a n/a n/a n/a Race or Ethnicity Race or Ethnicity unknown unknown 803 803 62% 62% Federal Pell Grant Federal Pell Grant Recipients Recipients (2008 cohort) (2008 cohort) 58 58 42% 42% GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR EDUCATION Our role is to provide educational services to help you develop your potential. An Art Institute’s education is not something we do to our students. Instead, it is a process where we learn and explore with you. We cannot simply hand you skills and knowledge. You must be a full partner in this interactive learning process. At The Art Institute of Phoenix, you have the opportunity to become part of a vibrant energetic learning community, where you are supported and encouraged to do your best. It’s a community where we celebrate diversity. It’s a community bound by mutual respect for individuality and creativity. Your responsibilities as a student of The Art Institute of Phoenix require that you: • Meet deadlines • Attend class • Arrive on time • Make use of faculty and staff • Ask questions Reading and understanding the policies in this catalog, the Enrollment Agreement, the Student Handbook, and any policies subsequently provided to you, are also your responsibility. Our faculty and staff are here for you. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask! STATEMENT OF STUDENT COMMITMENT • I perceive myself as artistic and creative. • I believe in myself and am committed to the work I do. • I demonstrate ethics in the work I produce. • I possess clear career goals. • I choose to attend regularly and participate actively in learning activities. THE ART INSTITUTE OF PHOENIX 2011-2013 COURSE CATALOG 53
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