GC Catalog 2011 2012 - Gaston College

Course DescriptionsCourse DescriptionsART 135 Figure Drawing I (0-6-0-3)Prerequisites: ART 131; and ART 121 ordepartmental approvalCorequisites: NoneThis course introduces rendering the human figurewith various drawing materials. Emphasis is placedon the use of the visual elements, anatomy, andproportion in the representation of the draped andundraped figure. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate competence in drawing thehuman figure. This course has been approved tosatisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreementfor transferability as a premajor and/or electivecourse requirement.ART 171 Computer Art I (0-6-0-3)Prerequisites: ART 121 or departmental approvalCorequisites: NoneThis course introduces the use of the computeras a tool for solving visual problems. Emphasisis placed on fundamentals of computer literacyand design through bit-mapped image manipulation.Upon completion, students should be able todemonstrate an understanding of paint programs,printers, and scanners to capture, manipulate, andoutput images. This course has been approved tosatisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreementfor transferability as a premajor and/or electivecourse requirement.ART 212 Gallery Assistantship I (0-2-0-1)Prerequisites: ART 121 or departmental approvalCorequisites: NoneThis course covers the practical application of displaytechniques. Emphasis is placed on preparationof artwork for installation, hardware systems,and exhibition graphics. Upon completion, studentsshould be able to demonstrate basic gallery exhibitionskills. This course has been approved to satisfythe Comprehensive Articulation Agreement fortransferability as a premajor and/or elective courserequirement.ART 213 Gallery Assistantship II (0-2-0-1)Prerequisites: ART 212; and ART 121 ordepartmental approvalCorequisites: NoneThis course provides additional experience in displaytechniques. Emphasis is placed on preparation ofartwork for exhibition, alternative methods of installation,hardware systems, and exhibition graphics.Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrateindependent decision-making and exhibitionexpertise. This course has been approved tosatisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreementfor transferability as a premajor and/or electivecourse requirement.ART 214 Portfolio and Resume (0-2-0-1)Prerequisites:ART 121 or departmental approvalCorequisites: NoneThis course covers resume writing, interview skills,and the preparation and presentation of an artportfolio. Emphasis is placed on the preparationof a portfolio of original artwork, the preparationof a photographic portfolio, approaches to resumewriting, and interview techniques. Upon completion,students should be able to mount original art forportfolio presentation, photograph and display aprofessional slide portfolio, and write an effectiveresume. This course has been approved to satisfythe Comprehensive Articulation Agreement fortransferability as a premajor and/or elective courserequirement.ART 222 Wood Design I (0-6-0-3)Prerequisites: ART 222; and ART 121 ordepartmental approvalCorequisites: NoneThis course introduces the historical and contemporarydesign concepts and their application tothe construction of functional and sculptural woodforms. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of handand power tools. Upon completion, students shouldbe able to demonstrate appropriate use of toolsto create unique designs. This course has beenapproved to satisfy the Comprehensive ArticulationAgreement for transferability as a premajor and/orelective course requirement.ART 223 Wood Design (0-6-0-3)Prerequisites: ART 222, ART 122 or departmentalapprovalCorequisites: NoneThis course provides a continuation of the skillsand techniques used in ART 222. Emphasis isplaced on woodcarving and other processes. Uponcompletion, students should be able to use originaldesigns in the creation of functional and sculpturalforms. This course has been approved to satisfy theComprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferabilityas a premajor and/or elective courserequirement.ART 231 Printmaking I (0-6-0-3)Prerequisites: ENG 090; and ART 121 ordepartmental approvalCorequisites: NoneThis course introduces printmaking: its history,development techniques, and processes. Emphasisis placed on basic applications with investigationinto image source and development. Upon completion,students should be able to produce printedimages utilizing a variety of methods. This coursehas been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive155