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Visual Fine Arts, A.A. Degree
Program Design
For those students seeking a professional career, the Visual Fine Arts program
offers a transfer-oriented course of studies that leads to enrollment in an art
school or other baccalaureate institution. Careers in commercial art, art education
and fine arts are open to graduates with bachelor’s degrees.
The Visual Fine Arts program also serves an ever-expanding population of students
seeking personal enjoyment in the creative process. Technical expertise
and aesthetic theory are offered to those who pursue art as an avocation.
Curriculum
Students may enroll in this program full- or part-time. There are no requirements
or prerequisites for students wishing to take art courses part-time or
as electives for other programs.
Fine arts faculty members are available for consultation with students who
wish to enroll in the program and thereafter for course selection and transfer
information.
Visual Fine Arts Requirements
Gen Ed ENG* 101: Composition 3
Gen Ed ART* 103: Art History III 3
ART* 111 ‡ Drawing I or
ART* 113 Figure Drawing I 3
ART* 121 Two-Dimensional Design 3
Choose Any ANT*, ECN*, GEO*, HIS*, POL*, PSY*,
SOC* or SOSC course 3
Subtotal: 15
Gen Ed ENG* 110: Introduction to Literature 3
ART* 101 ‡‡ Art History I or
studio course 3
ART* 122 Three-Dimensional Design 3
ART* 151 Painting I 3
ART* 131 Sculpture I 3
Gen Ed Mode 5 3
Subtotal: 18
ART* 102 ‡‡ Art History II or
studio course 3
ART* 167 Printmaking I 3
Elective Studio Course 3
Elective Liberal Arts and Science 3
Gen Ed Mode 6 3
Subtotal: 15
Elective Studio Course 3
Elective Studio Course 3
Gen Ed Fine Arts 3
Elective Studio Course 3
Gen Ed MAT* 109: Quantitative Literacy 3
Subtotal: 15
Total Credits Required: 63
Division of Liberal Arts: 860-512-2663 or www.mcc.commnet.edu
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all Visual Fine Arts degree program requirements,
graduates will
1. Execute skills and techniques necessary for studio art and demonstrate
dexterity with tools, knowledge of equipment specific to various media,
and the safe use of all materials and equipment.
2. Demonstrate an historical, cross-cultural appreciation and awareness
of the field of visual art.
3. Demonstrate creative thinking, the ability to solve aesthetic, technical
and conceptual problems, and critical awareness.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and elements of two-
and three-dimensional design and their applications to various studio
disciplines.
5. Compile a comprehensive portfolio of work that reflects the breadth
of their study and prepares them for transfer to baccalaureate institutions.
In addition, the graduate will complete the comprehensive learning outcomes
identified with the General Education Component.
‡ At least two semesters of Drawing are strongly recommended.
‡‡ Either ART* 101 or ART* 102 is required, but not both.
Please Note: All course numbers in the Connecticut Community College System
are in the process of change. For up-to-date information on any course number,
contact the MCC Registrar’s Office.
The Visual Fine Arts Program strongly recommends that students take:
ART* 111: Drawing I,
ART* 121: Two-Dimensional Design, and
ART* 122: Three-Dimensional Design
before taking any other Visual Fine Arts course work. This will provide students
with the essential foundations for all other Visual Fine Arts program
course work.
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