Phoenix College Catalog 2009-10

238 | Phoenix College 2009–2010 CATALOG
Course Descriptions
ART192AC
3-D Modeling for Digital Media III
1 credit(s) 2 period(s) lecture + lab
Development of 3-D models using advanced
modeling and animation techniques.
Prerequisites: ART192AB or permission of
Instructor.
ART250
Introduction to Printmaking
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Introduction to concepts and techniques
involved in Fine Art field of Printmaking.
Deals with three most basic Printmaking
modes of Serigraphy, Woodcut, and
Monoprinting in first part of course.
Overview of Etching, Lithography and
Papermaking in second part of course.
Prerequisites: ART111 and ART113.
ART255
Art Marketing
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Career goals, presentation of artist and art
work (portfolio, resume, business cards,
catalog), pricing and selling works,
networking, establishing a studio, promotion
and publicity, writing press releases,
proposal writing, business ethics, artist
rights, copyright law, contracts and
agreements, royalties, record keeping, and
communication skills. Prerequisites: None.
ART255AA
Self Promotion
1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture
Career goals, presentation of artist,
communication skills, keeping files and
records, developing self-promotional
materials. Prerequisites: None.
ART255AB
The Portfolio
1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture
Choosing the right pieces to include,
presenting art work, developing the portfolio.
Prerequisites: ART255AA or permission of
instructor.
ART259
Monoprinting
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Introduction to concepts and techniques for
Monoprint making. Deals with la prima
technique used in painting in first part of
course. Multi-plate printing and how method
of printing relates to use of color and
separation in second part of course.
Prerequisites: ART111 and ART113.
ART270
Intermediate Computer
Photographic Imaging
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Intermediate microcomputer-based
photographic imaging techniques.
Refinement of aesthetic awareness and
personal expression. Prerequisites: ART177
or (ART177AA and ART177AB).
ART275
Lost Wax Casting I
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Introduction to lost wax casting techniques
for jewelry and small sculptures. Emphasis
on design concepts as related to threedimensional
forms. Prerequisites: None.
ART276
Lost Wax Casting II
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Advanced course in lost wax casting
techniques for jewelry and small sculptures.
Emphasis on the continuation of individual
expression using the lost wax method.
Prerequisites: ART275.
ART/ADA283
Computer Aided Graphic Arts II
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Advanced skill development of graphic
design through use of microcomputer.
Emphasis on computer design and
techniques for producing all types of cameraready
advertising art for printed matter and
package design. Includes illustration,
typography, photo imaging, and color
separation. Prerequisites: ADA/ART183 or
permission of instructor.
ART/ADA285
Multipresentation Graphics
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Computer aided design and development of
a company identity program; development
of a videotape demonstrating market impact;
preparation of a portfolio of completed art
and graphics. Prerequisites: ART100,
ART169, or permission of instructor.
ART/ADA289
Computer Illustration
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Introduction to the multiple elements of
commercial illustration using the
microcomputer. Basic foundation in the use
of computer techniques including color paint
and draw programs for the production of
commercial illustrations for publications and
printed matter. Use of input and output
devices. Prerequisites or Corequisites:
ART100 or permission of instructor.
ART290AC
Studio Art
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Studio course for art majors allowing
continuation in a subject field. Prerequisites:
Permission of Instructor. Course Note:
ART290AC may be repeated for credit.
ART291
Digital Prepress
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Introduction to multiple elements of digital
prepress concepts and techniques using the
microcomputer. Basic foundation in the use
of trapping and stripping software for the
desktop. Use of electronic page layout
techniques including color separations,
registration, spot colors, impositions,
signatures, and output production devices.
Emphasis on prepress concepts.
Prerequisites: ART100 or permission of
instructor.
ART295++
Art Workshop/Seminars
1, 2, 3 credit(s) 2, 4, 6 period(s) lecture +
lab
Advanced level workshop seminar in art
disciplines. Prerequisites: Minimum of
three (3) credits introductory and three (3)
credits intermediate level courses in specific
field or permission of Department/Division
Chair.
ART297AB
Computer Graphic Design Internship
2 credit(s) 2 period(s) lecture + lab
Computer graphic design work experience
in a business or industry. 80 hours of
designated work per credit. Maximum of 3
credits allowed. Prerequisites:
Departmental approval.
ART298AA-AC
Special Projects
1-3 credit(s) 1-3 period(s) lab
Organized and tailored around the interests
and needs of the individual student.
Structured to provide an atmosphere of
individualized research and study paralleled
by professional expertise and guidance.
Professional-type facilities and equipment
are made available for student use. Allows
the best aspects of independent study and
individualized learning to be combined to
maximize student development.
Prerequisites: None.
ART – (Photography)
ART131
Photography I
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Basic black and white photographic principles
and techniques. Camera functions and
controls. Darkroom experience in film
processing and printmaking. Camera
required. Prerequisites: None.
ART132
Photography II
3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab
Advanced camera and darkroom techniques.
Aesthetic awareness with personal
expression. Prerequisites: ART131, or
permission of instructor.