10 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 101History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic3
Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the prehistoric era through the Gothic. This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the Renaissance through the modern era. This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as line, proportion, space, perspective, value and composition as applied to still life, landscape and figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal and ink wash. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Lecture 1 hour. Studio Instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 1hours. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
Introduces study of color, composition and painting techniques. Places emphasis on experimentation and enjoyment of oil and /or acrylic paints and the fundamentals of tools and materials. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week. 224
Introduces the student to the basic components of multimedia: text, graphics, animation, sound, and video, and explores how they combine to create a multimedia product. Emphasizes the design aspects of multimedia projects and teaches the techniques required to develop a presentation. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4hours per week. Computer literacy is suggested.
Total 16 Total Minimum Credits: 60 Notes: Students are urged to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated; and further, students are urged to consult with their counselors and advisors at VHCC in planning their academic program and electives. 2026-2027 COLLEGE CATALOG v1.3 Virginia Highlands Community College 91