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19 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 111Art Appreciation3

FRE-111 Elementary French I (or SPA 111) 3

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 114Art History Survey I3

(or FRE 111 or SPA 111)

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 115Art History Survey II3

Other Required: ART

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 121Two-Dimensional Design 06

This course introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to two-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on the structural elements, the principles of visual organization, and the theories of color mixing and interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and use critical and analytical approaches as they apply to two-dimensional visual art. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
ART 122Three-Dimensional Design 06

This course introduces basic studio problems in three- dimensional visual design. Emphasis is placed on the structural elements and organizational principles as applied to mass and space. Upon completion, students should be able to apply three-dimensional design concepts. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
Prerequisite
C or better in ART 121
Corequisite
None
ART 131Drawing I 06

This course introduces the language of drawing and the use of various drawing materials. Emphasis is placed on drawing techniques, media, and graphic principles. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the use of graphic form and various drawing processes. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. The numbers following course titles indicate class, lab, clinic/co-op/ shop, and credit hours, respectively. abtech.edu

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
ART 171Digital Design I3

3 Corequisites: None This course is designed to introduce students to the elements and principles of design through the use of digital software. Emphasis is placed on developing composition and design skills using vector, raster, and time-based media. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and use tools in digital software, understand and utilize digital and artistic vocabulary, and employ the principles and elements of design to create artwork using digital means. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
Prerequisite
None
ART 214Portfolio and Resume 0 21

3 Prerequisites: None This course covers resume writing, interview skills, and the preparation and presentation of an art portfolio. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of a portfolio of original artwork, the preparation of a photographic portfolio, approaches to resume writing, and interview techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to mount original art for portfolio presentation, photograph and display a professional slide portfolio, and write an effective resume. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective 3 course requirement. ART-231 Printmaking I 0 6 3 This course introduces printmaking: its history, development techniques, and processes. Emphasis is placed on basic applications with investigation into image source and development. Upon completion, students should be able to produce printed images utilizing a variety of methods. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a 3 premajor and/or elective course requirement. ART-240 Painting I 0 6 3 This course introduces the language of painting and the use of various painting materials. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and use of various painting techniques, media, and color principles. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the use of creative processes directed toward the development of expressive form. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. ART-244 Watercolor 0 6 3 This course introduces basic methods and techniques used in watercolor. Emphasis is placed on application, materials, content, and individual expression. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a variety of traditional and nontraditional concepts used in watercolor media. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. 3 ART-264 Digital Photography I 0 6 3 This course introduces digital photographic equipment, theory and processes. Emphasis is placed on camera operation, composition, computer photo manipulation and creative expression. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully expose, digitally manipulate, and print a well- conceived composition. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
Prerequisite
C or better in ART 121 C or better in ART-121 or ART-131 C or better in ART-121 or ART-131 None
Corequisite
None
ART 231CIS-115 ENG-241 PED-211 ART-276 Interactive Media Design3
Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 240CJC-111 ENG-242 PED-217 BIO-110 Principles of Biology4
Subject
ART
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 244Watercolor
Subject
ART
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 261Photography I ART-131 Drawing I3
Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 264Digital Photography I3

Introduction to Business 3 World Civilizations II 3 ART elective 3 4 Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts - 3 Studio Art Pathway 3 ACA-122 College Transfer Success 1 3 ART-121 Two-Dimensional Design 3 3 ART-131 Drawing I 3 3 ART-171 Digital Design I 3 3 ENG-111 Writing and Inquiry 3

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 266Videography I3
Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 267Videography II3

abtech.edu

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 275Introduction to Graphic Design 0 63

This course introduces students to the field of graphic design. Emphasis is placed on the basic concepts of visual communication, the design process and the ability to evaluate and discuss design issues in a critical manner. Upon completion, students will be able to use contemporary design software and visual language techniques as they apply to creative visual problem-solving involving typography, image manipulation, symbolic representation and page management while being responsive to the relationship between client, designer and audience. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
ART 276Interactive Media Design 0 63

Interactive Media Design introduces students to the concepts and techniques used in designing and producing interactive projects. Emphasis is placed on the interactive development process, aesthetics of visual solutions, technical proficiency, and graphical user interface (GUI) with projects including digital imaging, web design, simple animation, graphics and copyright issues. Upon completion students should be able to use contemporary software to solve a variety of multimedia problems for a range of platforms and devices that may include web-based interaction, mobile devices or other emerging technology. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. ART-283 Ceramics I 0 6 3 This course provides an introduction to three-dimensional design principles using the medium of clay. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals of forming, surface design, glaze application, and firing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in slab and coil construction, simple wheel forms, glaze technique, and creative expression. This course has been approved for the transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
Prerequisite
None None
Corequisite
None
ART 283Ceramics I ART-171 Digital Design I3
Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu
ART 284Ceramics II ENG-112 Writing/Research in the Disc3
Subject
ART
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
abtech.edu

Source: Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61