Summer/Fall 2011 Credit Class Schedule - Kirkwood Community ...

APP
APPAREL MERCHANDISING
Apparel Visual Merchandising 3
> APP-120
Offers basic instruction in display construction,
the relationship of display to the total
promotional program, the role of the visual
merchandiser, elements of display design,
construction materials and merchandise
selection. Students have an opportunity to
create merchandise displays.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Principles of Fashion Merch
> APP-130
3
Provides a historical and evolutionary
introduction to the field of fashion
merchandising: sociological, psychological
and economic aspects of fashion; fashion
terminology, fashion cycles; and current
practices in fashion retailing.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Fashion History 3
> APP-140
Covers the development of costumes and
accessories as a part of a socioeconomic and
cultural force from ancient times to the present
and its relationship to contemporary fashion
trends.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Apparel Textiles 3
> APP-210
Studies basic fiber properties, yarn processing,
fabric construction and fabric finishes. Fabric
qualities are analyzed in relation to factors of
design, strength, durability and serviceability.
Directed laboratory activities provided.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule . summer & Fall 2011 . COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ART
ART
Art Appreciation 3
> ART-101
Provides an overview of art from a historical,
contemporary and aesthetic frame of reference.
Recommended for non-Art majors.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Drawing 3
> ART-133
Introduces analysis of visual form and
principles of responsive drawing. Includes
perspective, chiaroscuro and figure drawing.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Drawing II
> ART-134
3
Continues skills begun in Drawing. Emphasis
on figure drawing from model, various media.
Emphasizes development of personal
expression and portfolio.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-133
Painting 3
> ART-143
Introduces oil or acrylic painting. Emphasizes
canvas preparation, composition and
craftsmanship.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Painting II 3
> ART-144
Builds on skills learned in Painting with
emphasis on development of independent
aesthetic judgments.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-143
Printmaking
> ART-157
3
Introduces intaglio, relief and stencil
printmaking processes and composition.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Printmaking II 3
> ART-158
Continues technical development in relief and
intaglio techniques; aesthetics stressed.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-157
Sculpture
> ART-163
3
Introduces techniques and concepts of
sculpture using materials such as metal, glass,
clay, wood, and plaster.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Sculpture II 3
> ART-164
Continues the exploration of techniques and
concepts of sculptural form. Assignments are
geared for progressive development in the
individual’s ability.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-163
Sculpture III 3
> ART-165
Continues the exploration and development of
techniques and concepts of sculptural form.
Assignments are geared for progressive
development of the individual’s ability. May be
repeated once for credit.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-164
Ceramics 3
> ART-173
Introduces wheel-thrown forms and handbuilding
forms. Students examine methods of
working with clay.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Ceramics II 3
> ART-174
Continues the development of wheel-throwing
and hand-building skills. Assignments are
geared for progressive development of the
individual’s ability.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-173
Ceramics III 3
> ART-175
Continues the development of wheel-throwing
and hand-building skills gained in Ceramics II.
Assignments are geared for progressive
development of the individual’s ability. May be
repeated once for credit.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-174
Photography
> ART-184
3
Provides aesthetic, ethical and philosophical
frameworks used in understanding the
historical and contemporary worlds of
photography. Focuses on both film and digital
cameras. Highlights principles and elements of
design and photographic composition.
Photographs are created in a traditional and
contemporary setting for portfolio and display.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Digital Photography 3
> ART-186
Develops familiarity and proficiency with
digital cameras, computers and printers.
Studies technical and aesthetic issues in visual
communication and digital image capture/
presentation. Students complete presentations,
critiques online, portfolio and displays.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
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Course Descriptions