25 courses with the subject ART, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ART 1100Introduction to Art3
Explores the visual arts of a wide range of peoples, cultures, styles, movements, and media, as well as the various cultural, religious, economic, and political factors related to their creation. Major works of painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts from prehistory to the present will be studied. This course is open to all students and meets the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) 8710.3200, Subp. 3, Standard L 1, 2, 4, Visual Arts. Major Content Areas Elements and Principles of Design: 20% Art History: 35% Art Museum Visits: 10% Art Appreciation (diversity, skill, purpose, etc.): 35% Learning Outcomes Write a brief formal analysis of a work of art Analyze/critique the display of art forms in a museum setting Use proper art historical terms to discuss works of art Explain the significance of works of art in terms of the styles and methods employed in their creation Explain the various cultural, religious, economic, and political factors that have influenced artists and their work Analyze the relationship between art and life in historical and cultural contexts Identify major works of art, artists, and artistic styles Explain the ways in which art expresses the ideas of diverse cultures Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 08 - Global Perspective
ART 1106Art History I: From Cave Paintings to Gothic Cathedrals3
Explores major works in painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts from prehistory to 1400. Both the styles and methods employed in the creation of the works of art and the cultural, religious, economic, and political philosophies that influenced them will be studied. Major Content Areas Egyptian Art: 10% Art of the Aegean and Ancient Greece: 10% Early Christian, Jewish, and Byzantine Art: 10% Art of the Americas and Africa: 10% Medieval, Romanesque and Gothic Art: 10% Art of South and Southeast Asia (India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Cambodia): 10% Prehistoric Art and Art of the Ancient Near East: 10% Islamic Art: 10% Art of Ancient Rome: 10% Arts of East Asia (China and Japan): 10% Learning Outcomes Explain the characteristics of various artistic mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture. Explain the basic visual elements and principles of design present in all works of art, and explain works of art in terms of these elements and principles. Analyze the major movements, periods of art, and the stylistic characteristics, which differentiate them, and identify key examples of those styles. Analyze the historical, religious, and social circumstances that shape the history of art. .Analyze the work of artists as expressions of human values within an historical, cultural, and social context. Describe the lives and work of individual artists, influences upon them, and their stylistic development. Express informed personal responses to works of art in written papers and/ or class discussions. Write critical and analytical essays using academic research and scholarship. 1.Explain the characteristics of various artistic mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
ART 1107Art History II: From Michelangelo to the Modern World3
Explores major works in painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts from the 15th century through the present. Both the styles and methods employed in the creation of the works of art and the cultural, religious, economic, and political philosophies that influenced them will be studied. Major Content Areas Northern Renaissance Art: 10% Impressionist and Realist Art: 10% Baroque and Reformation Art: 10% Italian Renaissance Art: 10% Arts of Africa and the Americas: 10% Arts of South and Southeast Asia: 10% Neoclassical and Romantic Art: 10% Arts of China and Japan: 10% Modern and Contemporary Art: 10% Islamic Art: 10% Learning Outcomes Explain the characteristics of various artistic mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture. Explain the basic visual elements and principles of design present in all works of art, and explain works of art in terms of these elements and principles. Analyze the major movements, periods of art, and the stylistic characteristics, which differentiate them, and identify key examples of those styles. Analyze the historical, religious, and social circumstances that shape the history of art. Analyze the work of artists as expressions of human values within an historical, cultural, and social context. .Describe the lives and work of individual artists, influences upon them, and their stylistic development. Express informed personal responses to works of art in written papers and/ or class discussions. Write critical and analytical essays using academic research and scholarship. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 08 - Global Perspective
Surveys major works in painting, sculpture, architecture, calligraphy, and decorative arts from non-western cultures around the world dating from prehistory to the present. Art from Pakistan, India, Southeast Asia, China, Japan, the Islamic world, the Americas, Africa, and the Pacific will be studied. Both the styles and methods employed in the creation of the works of art and the cultural, spiritual/religious, societal, economic, and political philosophies that influenced them will be studied and students will learn to recognize and appreciate cross-cultural differences and similarities. Major Content Areas Art of the Americas: 10% Art of China, Korea, and Japan: 30% Islamic Art: 20% Art of Africa and the Pacific: 10% Art of India, Pakistan, and Southeast Asia: 30% Learning Outcomes Write a brief formal analysis of a work of art Analyze/critique the display of art forms in a museum setting Analyze the relationship between art and life in historical and cultural contexts from around the world dating from prehistory to the present Use proper art historical terms to discuss works of art Explain the ways in which art expresses the ideas of diverse cultures around the world from prehistory to the present Identify major works of art, artists, and artistic styles from around the world dating from prehistory to the present Explain the significance of works of art from around the world dating from prehistory to the present Explain the various cultural, spiritual/religious, societal, economic, and political factors that have influences artists and their work from prehistory to the present Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Introduces basic drawing skills emphasizing direct observation. A variety of media and papers are explored as the student engages in studio drawing, critical evaluation of aesthetics, critique sessions, slide lectures. Gallery and museum visits maybe included in this course. Lab Fee. Major Content Areas Lectures, demonstrations, critique sessions, individual teacher/student discussion of drawings 20% Studio Work (Beginning level drawing topics covered: Drawing from life; Sighting and Scaling; Foreshortening; Composition; Perspective; Line Sensitivity; Cross-contour; Value structure; Focal Point; Still life; Interior/exterior; Trips to museums/galleries): 80% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the basics of drawing. Demonstrate effective use of line, value, and composition in their exploration of the drawing process. Demonstrate effective use of a variety of drawing materials. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
This course builds on ideas and skills acquired in Drawing 1. Studio work in drawing includes a variety of materials including pencil, charcoal and color media. Subjects include life (models) as well as the non-visual. This class is conceptually based with an involvement and emphasis on structure, ideas and process. Gallery and museum visits may be included in this course. Lab fee. Course may be repeated for credit. Pre-Requisites ART 1114 Major Content Areas Development of personal ideas in Drawing: 30% Critique of personal ideas in Drawing: 20% Execution of personal ideas in Drawing: 50% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the relationship between formal decision-making and conceptual implications. Explain the basic visual elements and principles of design that are common to all works of art and demonstrate the ability to use these visual elements and principles to create effective drawings. Demonstrate basic representational techniques to render objects from the visual world on the two-dimensional drawing surface. Demonstrate the ability to use these technical skills by successfully completing a variety of drawing assignments that demonstrate a transition from assignment-based projects Create original drawings that explore a variety of formal and conceptual problems, demonstrate a visual vocabulary, and the ability to make effective aesthetic judgments. Demonstrate compositional strategies through drawing media including color. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores basic two-dimensional perceptual and compositional theories, color theories and principles of design in the traditional art studio and in the digital studio. Gallery and museum visits may be included in this course. Major Content Areas Studio work (beginning level topics covered: Design elements; Design principles; Composition; Color Theory; Digital design): 60% Lecture, demonstrations, critiques, individual teacher/student discussion of designs: 40% Learning Outcomes 5. Demonstrate an awareness of the importance of design in all two dimensional artworks. 6. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture.7. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique.8. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. 1. Apply formal elements of art and principles of design including theories of color, spatial relationships, and perception to works of arts.2. Develop skills in manipulating two dimensional materials and explore a variety of methods and effects.3. Demonstrate an understanding of multiple art media. 4. Produce a series of art works to illustrate exposure to and competency in two dimensional art making. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores the application of the digital camera and digital imaging software as means for individual creative expression in the fine arts. Students will engage in technological, aesthetic, and conceptual aspects of digital photography using historical and contemporary practices as a guide. This course is intended for non-A.F.A. majors. Students who are A.F.A. majors should enroll in ART 1131 . Students may not receive credit for this course if credit has been awarded for ART 1131 .Lab Fee. Major Content Areas Studio work and assignments: 45% Technical exercises: 15% Critique discussions: 20% Contemporary photography and history of photography: 20% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate ability to write critically about the concepts, themes, and ideas communicated within individual images and bodies of photographic work Create photographic images addressing specific topics or ideas Demonstrate ability to expose and load images onto a computer workspace Demonstrate ability to perform basic image editing functions using image editing software Utilize principles of design and composition in the creation of photographic images Demonstrate the ability to use the camera as a tool for creative expression Develop a personal approach and process for a final portfolio of images in conjunction with the instructor Demonstrate ability to output images to appropriate form for display Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores the application of the digital camera, digital imaging software, and digital printing technology as means for individual creative expression in the fine arts. Students will engage in technological, aesthetic, conceptual aspects of digital photography using historical and contemporary practices in as a guide. Students may not receive credit for this course if credit has been awarded for ART 1121 .Lab Fee. Major Content Areas Technical exercises: 20% Studio work, photography assignments, and critique discussions: 60% History of photography and contemporary practice: 20% Learning Outcomes Create and execute digital photographs using problem-solving processes that are technically competent. Demonstrate the basic processes and techniques of working with digital photography. Demonstrate the ability to use computer software to upload, download, apply image correction, edit and create print ready digital images. Demonstrate the following technical skills: ISO control, shutter speed/motion, F-stops/depth of field, use of various lenses, and photographic exposure. Articulate knowledge of the history of photography. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Expands on the exploration of digital camera function, digital image editing software and digital printing technology introduced in ART 1131 . This course will emphasize student’s development of individual artistic voice while engaging with technological, aesthetic, and conceptual issues in their work. Course may be repeated for credit. Lab Fee. Pre-Requisites ART 1121 or ART 1131 Major Content Areas Technical Exercises: 20% History of photography and contemporary practice: 20% Studio work, Assingments, and Critique discussions: 60% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate craftsmanship while refining creative work and explore presentation methods supporting one’s own creative vision. Identify historical and contemporary developments in photography and examine these as reflective of expressions of human values. Demonstrate knowledge of camera function and image editing software. Apply this technical knowledge in completion of photographic assignments. Utilize aesthetic judgment and vision while solving creative problems and developing a personal vision in the creation of works of art. Evaluate critically one’s own and others’ artwork. Utilize visual terms while exploring idea development and problem solving processes encountered in the creation of artwork. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Applies tools and techniques supported by digital media in the creation of digital art. Students will develop technical skills and apply principles of design utilizing raster and vector based software programs. Historical and contemporary art practice will guide and support the technical investigation of digital art tools in this course. Lab Fee. Major Content Areas Technical Exercises 20% Studio Work, assignments, and critique discussions 60% History and Contemporary practice in Digital Art 20% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the basic visual elements and principles of design that are common to all works of art, and use these elements and principles digitally to create images, compositions and designs. Demonstrate basic computer operation using visual software programs including both raster-based and vector-based image creation. Demonstrate technical abilities by successfully completing a variety of imaging assignments, may include scanning, digital drawing, use of lens based technology. Identify terminology, advantages and limitations of a variety of digital imaging software. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores principles and basic formulas to approaching three-dimensional organization of space. Projects are organized as individual and group assignments. Gallery and museum visits may be included in this course. Lab Fee. Major Content Areas Concepts of rhythm, stabile/kinetic concepts, movement/limitation of movement explored in assignments: 25% Concepts of modular construction, shape, plane, volume, space explored in assignments: 25% Group project interactions/critique sessions/demonstration of material use and production processes: 15% Slide lectures, demonstrations and critique sessions, field-trips: 35% Learning Outcomes Apply the basic vocabulary of three-dimensional artwork and the aesthetic concerns of using three dimensional form. Analyze formal concerns in three-dimensional design including texture, surface, pattern, and technical considerations as well as form and content. Analyze historic and contemporary trends in 3D artworks. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores sculptural concepts, techniques, tools, materials, processes and vocabulary in order to develop skills and apply aesthetic exploration. Visits to galleries, museums, and sculpture parks may be included in this course. Studio projects may include additive process of modeling clay, subtractive process of carving plaster, constructive fabricating in wood, reproductive process of mold making, study of space as it applies to sculpture, and the history of traditional sculpture and contemporary sculpture. Lab Fee. Major Content Areas Studio Projects: 60% Constructive, Additive and Subtractive, Linear and Planar, Repetition and Variety, Molds, Collages, others per instructor Lecture: 40% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate skills in using a variety of sculptural materials and technique to successfully complete class assignments. Create original works of sculpture that explore a variety of formal and conceptual problems, demonstrate a visual vocabulary, and the ability to make effective aesthetic decisions. Analyze historic and contemporary sculptural styles, techniques, and materials. Apply the basic vocabulary of three-dimensional artwork and the aesthetic concerns of using three dimensional form. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores advanced sculptural concepts, techniques, and materials with an emphasis on personal aesthetic. An historical overview with an emphasis on contemporary approaches to sculpture. Visits to galleries, museums, and sculpture parks may be included in this course. Topics and projects may include site specific sculpture, installation, plaster and/or poly resin mold making, kinetic sculpture, assemblage, form, figurative sculpture, history of traditional sculpture, contemporary sculpture, scale, plane, texture and space as it relates to sculpture. Pre-Requisites ART 2100 Major Content Areas Studio work: 60% Lecture: 40% Learning Outcomes Develop skills using a variety of tools and materials to create sculpture Demonstrate ability to use sculpture vocabulary terms in the classroom setting and during critiques Demonstrate ability to use a variety of tools, techniques, and processes to create advanced level projects Reflect personal and individual interests and aesthetics in assigned projects Participate in classroom critiques and develop the ability to discuss form using vocabulary relating to sculpture Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores ceramic materials and processes. An aesthetic exploration of hand building, wheel throwing, decorating, glazing, and firing techniques to create sculptured and functional forms. Gallery and museum visits may be included in this course. Lab fee. Major Content Areas Topics may include pinch, coil, slab, wheel work, glaze, decorating, and firing techniques. Lecture: 40% Studio Work: 60% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the principles of design through the creation of functional and nonfunctional ceramic works. Demonstrate skills in construction, surface treatment, finishing or firing techniques in ceramic materials and techniques to successfully complete class assignments. Create original works of ceramics that explore a variety of formal and conceptual problems, demonstrate a visual vocabulary, and the ability to make effective aesthetic judgments. Analyze historic and contemporary ceramics materials, terminology, styles, and techniques. Apply the basic vocabulary of three-dimensional artwork and the aesthetic concerns of using three dimensional form. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores advanced studies in ceramics. Additional technical and aesthetic exploration and experimentation including functional and sculptural forms, slips, under glazes, clay bodies, Raku, wood, and salt kiln firings. Gallery and museum visits maybe included in this course. Lab fee. Course may be repeated for credit. Pre-Requisites ART 2200 Major Content Areas Studio Work: 60% Lecture: 40% Learning Outcomes Enhance basic knowledge of glazing through experimentation with scales, colorants and altering existing glazes to create new glazes Participate in loading, unloading, firing Raku, High fire reduction, salt, wood kiln firings and critiques Develop competencies of techniques in hand building, wheel throwing and combinations of these methods Recognize the characteristics of hazardous wastes and its safe handling, storage, and disposal Develop an ability to use a variety of clay bodies including: low fire Raku clay glazes, high fire white stoneware, porcelain, stoneware with iron and achieving particular surfaces and firing results Utilize conceptual assignments creating unique clay endeavors, focused on creative forms and surfaces Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Introduces glass working processes and techniques. An exploration of glass casting, stained glass, fusing and slumping flat glass, surface alteration, and flame work resulting in expressive forms. Gallery and museum visits may be included in this course. Lab fee. Major Content Areas Studio work: 60% Lecture, critiques, demonstrations and discussions: 40% Learning Outcomes Develop skills working with flat, kiln formed and flame worked glass Demonstrate an understanding of the properties and characteristics of hot and cold glass Recognize the characteristics of hazardous wastes and its safe handling, storage, and disposal Present finished glass work in a controlled environment Achieve an understanding of form and content and verbalizing this in group critiques and discussions Express personal interest and aesthetics in assigned class work Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Introduces students to the rich and diverse arts venues in the Twin Cities, various museum display practices, and the complicated politics of exhibiting cultures. The class will meet both on campus and at various local museums, galleries, and/or art centers. Students are responsible for own transportation. Independent visits to art exhibits outside of class are also required. Students should budget approx. $75 for entrance and parking fees. Major Content Areas Visiting/Studying Arts Venues and Exhibits in the Twin Cities 45% Importance of Art Preservation and Exhibition and Provenance/Ownership 10% Methods of Displaying Art and the Pros and Cons of Each Method 15% Practical Display Issues and Cohesive Exhibit Creation 10% Cultural, Religious, and Political Issues Regarding Exhibiting Art 20% Learning Outcomes Identify the various local arts venues in the Twin Cities and explain each one’s various specialties and types of exhibits viewed at each. Review, analyze, and critique, both orally and in written form, art works and exhibitions viewed. Explain the various methods of organizing works of art for display and the pros and cons of each method. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of preserving and exhibiting art and the issuessurrounding museum acquisitions and works disputed provenance and/or ownership. Demonstrate understanding of practical issues and media-specific challenges of putting works of art on display and creating a cohesive exhibit. Apply critical thinking to understand the complex cultural, religious, and political issues surrounding exhibiting works of art from various cultures. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Explores focused areas of various glass working processes and works on developing and refining techniques. Individualizes advanced projects in at least three skill areas covered in ART 2207 . Gallery and museum visits may be included in this course. Lab Fee. Course may be repeated for credit. Pre-Requisites ART 2207 Major Content Areas Lecture, discussion and demonstrations: 60% Glass casting (open faced molds or lost wax molds); Kiln working involving slumping and/or fusing; Nontraditional stained glass; Flame working Studio work: 40% Learning Outcomes Develop a profound understanding of glass properties Recognize the characteristics of hazardous wastes and its safe handling, storage, and disposal Verbalize an understanding of form and content in group critiques Present finished projects in appropriate manner Express personal interests or aesthetic concerns in assigned class work Research and test various glass techniques Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Presents specific topics in art and visual culture on a rotating basis. Examples of topics include, but are not limited to, History of Photography, Art Theory and Criticism, and Contemporary Art. This course may be repeated under different topics. Major Content Areas Characteristics of media covered (historical and/or contemporary): 20% History of media, style(s) and/or period(s): 35% Production and consumption of media being covered: 30% Vocabulary of the media being covered: 15% Learning Outcomes Use proper vocabulary as related to various art media Identify and explain specific art works throughout history as relevant to the course topic Demonstrate understanding of the cultural and political influences behind the advancement of given media and expression Place oneself and one’s actions within the history of art and visual culture Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Introduces basics of acrylic and/or water soluble oil painting and basic color theory. Emphasis is on painting from observation. A variety of traditional and contemporary painting approaches are assigned including an opportunity for personal exploration. The studio course involves active hands-on participation by the student. Gallery and museums visits may be included in this course. Lab Fee Pre-Requisites ART 1114 suggested Major Content Areas Studio work (beginning level) painting topics covered: Materials, value, color, form, space, and composition; Still life, Landscape; Interior/exterior;
Expands in depth upon the basic principles covered in Painting 1 including value, color theory, media, composition, technique, and personal approach. Focuses on personal creative development within the parameters of specific assignments. Gallery and museum visits may be included in this course. Lab fee. Course may be repeated for credit. Pre-Requisites ART 2251 Major Content Areas Studio work: 60% Lecture, demonstrations, critiques, individual teacher/student discussion of paintings: 40% Learning Outcomes Demonstrate abilities in constructing, stretching and priming of supports for paintings. Apply an understanding of painting concepts beyond Painting 1, including value, color theory, concept development and finished presentation. Achieve progress with personal development of concepts as they relate to the assignments. Achieve further progression toward mastery of technical qualities in executing paintings. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
Variable Credits Y Offers a student the opportunity to explore a focused studio topic. This is a hands-on class with topics varying each time the course is offered. This course may be repeated under different topics. Major Content Areas Lectures, demonstrations, guest speakers, field-trips: 45% Planning session and writing of objectives and goals mutually agreed upon: 10% Weekly studio working time: 35% Critiques sessions of progress: 10% Learning Outcomes Apply principles outlined in assignments Participate actively in class discussion, critique session, lectures, and demonstrations Apply the skills, concepts, principles, media and techniques given in assignments Develop a personal approach and process to the assignments in conjunction with the instructor Demonstrate an understanding of the assignments by presenting a portfolio Demonstrate ability to properly display final project(s) Recognize the characteristics of hazardous wastes and its safe handling, storage, and disposal
This course is a capstone course for the Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.) Art transfer pathway degree and is designed to prepare students for the next step in their educational or career development. In addition to creating an online portfolio of personal artwork, this course will explore artist resumes, artist statements, applying for exhibitions, business for artists, and installing an exhibition. Students need to have earned, or be concurrently enrolled in, 27 credits or more of Art courses in the Art pathway curriculum, or by permission of the instructor. Major Content Areas Electronic Portfolio Development: 40% Business for artists: 10% Installing exhibition: 10% Applying for exhibitions: 10% Resume: 15% Artist Statement: 15% Learning Outcomes Develop an electronic portfolio Develop resume building techniques Develop skills in installing an exhibition Develop an art resume Articulate their artistic influences, vision, and explanation of body of work in portfolio
Explores major works of architecture around the world dating from prehistory to the present. An emphasis is placed on understanding the architectural significance of individual monuments in terms of the styles and methods employed in their creations well as the various environmental, cultural, social, religious, economic, and political factors that influenced these monuments. Major Content Areas Modern and Contemporary Architecture: 10% Architecture of Ancient Greece and Rome: 10% Early Christian, Byzantine and Medieval Architecture: 10% Islamic Architecture: 10% Architecture of India and Southeast Asia: 10% Romanesque and Gothic Architecture: 10% Architecture of China and Japan: 10% Architecture of Ancient Europe, the Near East, and Egypt: 10% Mesoamerican/Pre-Colombian and African Architecture: 10% Renaissance and Baroque Architecture: 10% Learning Outcomes Explain the significance of works of architecture in terms of the styles and methods employed in their creation Explain the various environmental, cultural, social, religious, economic, and political factors that have influenced the development of architecture throughout history Identify and describe various architectural forms, styles, and techniques Explain the ways in which architecture expresses ideas and meets needs of diverse cultures throughout the world Apply an understanding of vocabulary and cultural characteristics of major historical architectural styles Analyze the relationship between architecture and life in historical and cultural contexts Identify major works of architecture, architects, and architectural styles from prehistory to the present. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 08 - Global Perspective 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts
