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Course Descriptions
ART198/298 Independent Study in Art
1-3 credits (hrs to be arranged)
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
ART199C ART Drawing Level I
1 credit (1 lec hr/wk)
A teaching approach using right-brain techniques, which
allows anyone with sight to fully use their drawing skills.
The student rediscovers a skill they have neglected and
draws shapes well. Understanding of brain functions and
processes enhances self-awareness.
ART199D ART Drawing Level II
1 credit (1 lec hr/wk)
A learning approach that develops the drawing skills
that the student rediscovers in level I. Students produce
accurate shapes upon completion of the first level. Level
II teaches how to make observed shapes dimensional
through the use of values and edges. Understanding is
arrived at through the study of foundation black and
white shapes.
Prerequisite: ART199C.
ART204/205/206 History of Western Art:
Introduction to Art History
3 credits/term (3 lec hrs/wk)
The History of Western Art is a survey of the traditions,
movements, and developments in art and architecture of
the western world.
ART204 - Introduces the study of art history and the
elements of art, then surveys the history of Western Art
from prehistory through Early Christian Art.
ART205 - Will emphasize a survey of the history of art
from the Early Middle Ages through the Baroque.
ART206 - Will survey Western Art from Neoclassicism to
the present.
ART225 Computer Art I
3 credits (6 lec-lab hrs/wk)
This course concentrates on producing art with computer
software tools. Principles and concepts of design are
applied to projects. Basics of design elements, drawing,
composition, and color are used in presentations that use
the computer as the creative medium. Includes planning,
design sketches, functional and aesthetic tests. Develops
a documented portfolio of work that will showcase the
artist/designer.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
ART226 Computer Art II
3 credits (6 lec-lab hrs/wk)
Applies principles and concepts of design to selected
projects. Includes planning, design sketches, functional
and aesthetic critiques. A continuation of a variety of
computer tools within a higher-level art language to
produce two and three-dimensional images. Picture
manipulation and animation basics are explored.
Prerequisite: ART225.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
ART244 Bronze Casting II
3 credits (6 led/lab hrs/wk)
Under the direction of the instructor, the members of the
class will work together as a team on the creation of a
large-scale bronze sculpture. All aspects of the bronze
casting process will be covered. The student will gain
experience in mold making, wax pattern production,
investment/ceramic shell processes, bronze casting,
welding and metal chasing, bronze patina, and final
installation of the finished sculpture.
ART250 Beginning Ceramics I
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Introduces materials, methods, and techniques of pottery
design and construction. Includes hand building methods
and beginning wheel work. Exercises encourage the
development of skills with ceramic materials, stoneware,
and raku firing techniques.
ART251 Beginning Ceramics II
3 credits (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Introduces materials, methods and techniques of pottery
design and construction. Includes wheel throwing and
glaze application. Exercises encourage creativity and
development of skills with ceramic materials. Includes
stoneware and raku firing techniques.
ART252 Beginning Ceramics III
3 credits (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Introduces materials, methods and techniques of pottery
design and construction. Includes continuation of wheel
projects, decorating techniques, stoneware and raku
firing process, skill development, and personal style.
ART253 Intermediate Ceramics
3 credits (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Demonstrates construction techniques and methods
used to design, shape, and form pottery. Includes wheel
throwing, pottery decoration, glaze calculation, and firing.
Students develop greater creativity, skill building, and use
of ceramic equipment.
Prerequisites: ART250, ART251, and ART252 or
portfolio examples.
ART254 Intermediate Ceramics
3 credits (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Demonstrates construction techniques and methods
used to design, shape, and form pottery appropriate to
this intermediate level. Includes wheel throwing, pottery
decoration, glaze calculation, and firing. Students provide
studio demonstrations developed to encourage creativity,
skill building, and use of ceramic equipment.
Prerequisite: ART253.
Southwestern Oregon Community College 2006-07 Catalog www.socc.edu Course Descriptions 147