High School Course Catalog 2009-2010 - Fremont Unified School ...

Sculpture 2 FSFP 10-12 f 10 units/year
Prerequisite: Sculpture 1.
Sculpture 2 is designed for the second year sculpture student. Students will further their knowledge of three-dimensional art through a
rich study in both observational and conceptual projects. Students will participate in a wide range of experiences including research,
field studies and critiques. Students will study plaster, clay, wire, papier-mâché and found objects as sculptural materials. A lab
donation will be requested.
Sculpture and Ceramics FCDP 10-12 5 units/semester
10 units/year
Prerequisite: Art 1 and teacher’s approval.
Students who enjoyed creating papier-mâché and ceramic sculpture in Art 1 can further develop their sculpting skills. Clay, plaster,
wire, and papier-mâché are some of the materials used. This course includes an introduction to the potter’s wheel and will require both
a gallery tour and review. This class is repeatable for credit. A lab donation will be requested.
Ceramics 1 FYFP 9-12 f 10 units/year
This ceramics course will cover the basic hand building method, wheel method, and decorative techniques. Creative design and
individual expression will be emphasized through functional and non-functional projects. Students will gain an appreciation of
historical and contemporary ceramics. Ceramics may be repeated for credit. Some expenses will be incurred in the purchase of
materials and a donation will be requested.
Ceramics 2 FYHG 11-12 10 units/year
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Ceramics 1 and teacher’s approval.
This ceramics course will be a continuation of Ceramics 1. Students will further their knowledge and expertise in both hand building
and throwing techniques and explore a variety of glazing techniques. Emphasis will be on advanced techniques in construction and
glazing. Expenses will occur in the purchase of materials and lab donations.
Architectural Design 1 FADP 10-12 f 10 units/year
Prerequisite: 10-12 (College Prep Course).
Architecture students learn the essentials of buildings. Units of study include: concept form and function, floor and elevation drawing,
model construction, site and landscape plans, and interior design. This is a College Preparation course, designed for the college-bound
student. A lab donation will be requested.
Architectural Design 2 FAEP 10-12 f 10 units/year
Prerequisite: Architectural Design 1.
Architectural Design 2 is designed for the second year advanced architecture student. In addition to building upon the foundation of
Architectural Design 1, Architectural Design 2 students will study designs of commercial structures, city planning, the effects of light
with structures, the Uniform Building Code, site analysis, and career paths. This study will be achieved through research papers,
design drawings and models, oral presentations/critiques, and field study. Architectural Design 2 students are expected to work at an
advanced level and accelerated pace.
Architectural Design 3 FAIG 10-12 f 10 units/year
Prerequisite: Architectural Design 2.
Architectural Design 3 is designed for the third year advanced architecture student. In addition to building upon the foundations of
Architectural Design 2, Architectural Design 3 students will study tenant improvement, residential communities, and proportioning
systems. This study will be achieved through research papers, design drawings and models, oral presentations/critiques, and field
study. Architectural Design 3 students are expected to work at an advanced level and accelerated pace.
Architectural Design 4 FALG 10-12 f 10 units/year
Prerequisite: Architectural Design 3.
Architectural Design 4 is designed for the fourth year advanced architecture student. In addition to building upon the foundations of
Architectural Design 1, Architectural Design 2, and Architectural Design 3, Architectural Design 4 students will study organic design,
geometric design, ecological design, and landscape architecture. This study will be achieved through research papers, design drawings
and models, oral presentations/critiques, and field study. Architectural Design 4 students are expected to work at an advanced level
and accelerated pace.
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