A checklist is the list of requirements to complete this program and receive the award, as the college publishes it in its catalog. It is the same for everyone. It does not say what you have completed; that comes from applying your own record.
Program
- Award
- Degree
- Catalog edition
- Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027
- Checklist type
- degree-program
- Description
- Return to: Degrees, Certificates, and Microcredentials Specialization: S tudio Arts Specialization: Photography Specialization: M edia Communication Design The Art A.A.S. degree program focuses on the development of conceptual and technical skills in the fine arts and commercial design. Graduates of the Art program are provided a strong foundation for employment. In addition, some students may wish to transfer courses from the Art A.A.S. to selected bachelor’s degree programs. If you are interested in this option, please discuss with your academic advisor who will assist you to plan these transfer credits. Students will enter the program in the Studio Arts specialization and will complete a series of foundation courses in the first year in basic drawing, two and three-dimensional design, photography, art history, color theory, concept development and an introduction to computer art software. After the completion of the first year, students may choose to remain in the Studio Arts specialization or enroll in either the Media Communication Design or Photography specialization for their final year of advanced study. Studio Arts This specialization allows for a selection of advanced drawing, painting, and sculpture classes with a focus on developing aesthetic and technical skills, while exploring the potential of materials. Media Communication Design This specialization is concerned with the generation and design of ideas to be communicated in print, web, and interactive mediums. This specialization includes instruction in typography, digital image creation, animation, and web and interactive design. Photography This specialization allows for a selection of courses in lighting, software, and alternative photographic processes with a focus on developing aesthetic and technical skills while exploring all aspects of the medium. Mission Statement The mission of the Art program is to provide a comprehensive foundation in the arts to prepare students in the areas of graphics, multi-media design, photography, studio and fine arts, art education, art theory, and related fields. Program Learning Outcomes Successful graduates of this program will be able to: Demonstrate the ability to develop conceptual thoughts into original visual communication forms. Demonstrate an appropriate level of technical competence in the production of their artwork. Demonstrate a competence in the craftsmanship, execution, and presentation of their artwork. Exhibit use of verbal and written artisan vocabulary to communicate content of their own and other students’ visual compositions and processes. Demonstrate a preliminary working knowledge of art history and its social relevance.
Identifiers
- IPEDS UNITID
- 194222
- CourseShelf checklist
- CK_194222_81191ad4
- CollegeTransfer.Net
- Institution Transfer Profile
- Source
- CourseShelf publish 61
Requirements to complete
Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.
First Semester
5 items
- 3
- 3
- 3
- 3
- ENG 103Critical Writing INot resolved to a course3
Second Semester
5 items
- 3
- 3
- 3
- PHO 100Basic PhotographyNot resolved to a course3
- ENG 104Critical Writing & Literature IINot resolved to a course3
Third Semester
5 items
- 3
- 1
- Art Specialization ElectivesNot resolved to a course6
- SUNY Gen Ed Communication COM ElectiveNot resolved to a course3
- SUNY Gen Ed Mathematics ElectiveNot resolved to a course3
Fourth Semester
5 items
- Art Specialization ElectiveNot resolved to a course3
- SUNY Gen Ed US History and Civic Engagement or World History and Global Awareness ElectiveNot resolved to a course3
- SUNY Gen Ed Natural Sciences ElectiveNot resolved to a course3-4
- SUNY Gen Ed Social Sciences ElectiveNot resolved to a course3
- General ElectiveNot resolved to a course3
Notes
5 items
- Art Specialization Electives:Not resolved to a course
- Studio Arts: Choose 3 from ART 201 , ART 205 , ART 213 , or ART 214 .Not resolved to a course
- Media Communication Design: Choose 3 from ART 203 , ART 204 , ART 218 , ART 240 , or ART 244 .Not resolved to a course
- Photography: PHO 160 , PHO 170 , and PHO 271 .Not resolved to a course
- Appropriate course will be identified through consultation with faculty advisor.Not resolved to a course
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