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

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS . summer & Fall 2011 . Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule
Art History I 3
> ART-203
Introduces the history of art chronologically,
from the prehistoric period in Europe to the
early Renaissance. Cultivates a meaningful
recognition of different styles, concepts and
concerns through an analysis of selected
paintings, sculpture, architecture and other
mediums. Emphasizes the thematic issues
prevalent in various time periods and
geographic/cultural areas. Examines
interpretation, concepts, theories, and
comparison of styles and techniques through
readings, visual presentations, lecture and
discussion.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Ceramics IV 3
> ART-220
Provides opportunity for students to do
advanced individual projects in sculptural and
functional ceramics. Assignments are geared
for progressive development of the individual’s
ability. Technical awareness of glaze materials,
glaze formulation, firing techniques and studio
operations are covered. Specific objectives are
individualized and recorded in a contract
signed by instructor and student. May be
repeated for credit.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-175
Intermediate Digital Photography 3
> ART-223
Improves proficiency with digital SLR cameras,
computer applications and printing. Students
build on technical and aesthetic issues in visual
communication and digital image concept,
capture and presentation. Students explore
RAW format digital processing and digital
photo management applications. Strongly
emphasizes digital manipulation.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-186
Projects in Photography 1
> ART-290
Studies photography as a way to communicate
or make art. Students propose a personal
project that can be created in traditional or
digital capture. Work is displayed and weekly
meetings mark progress on student project.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Design Fundamentals 3
> ART-301
Introduces design concepts and fundamental
skills through studio exercises. Explores design
elements such as shape, value, texture, color,
line, space and mass. Students generate
creative ideas and employ a variety of media
and materials to gain visual sensitivity through
practical experience.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
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Jewelry: Metalsmithing I 3
> ART-405
Introduces contemporary and traditional
metalworking techniques and concepts,
including the construction of small metal forms
with a sculptural approach. The emphasis is on
basic fabrication and manipulation methods.
This class consists of group and individual
demonstrations, discussions, and critiques.
Slide lectures, visiting artists, reading and
project assignments as well as discussions of
current trends in the metals and craft fields will
be covered. Demonstrations will include sheet
metal fabrication, hammer forming, hydraulic
die forming, soldering, riveting, repousse,
etching, stone setting and patinations. Projects
include the creation of jewelry, flatware, and
other functional and non-functional objects
using metals or other materials.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Jewelry: Metalsmithing II 3
> ART-407
Investigates contemporary and traditional
metalworking techniques and concepts,
including the construction of small metal forms
with a sculptural approach. The emphasis is on
basic fabrication, manipulation, and casting
methods. This class consists of group and
individual demonstrations, discussions, and
critiques. Slide lectures, visiting artists, reading
and project assignments as well as discussions
of current trends in the metals and craft fields
will be covered. Demonstrations include more
advanced methods of sheet metal fabrication,
hammer forming, hydraulic die forming,
soldering, riveting, repousse, stone setting,
patinations and casting. Projects include the
creation of jewelry, flatware, and other
functional and non-functional objects using
metals or other materials.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-405
Glass I 3
> ART-420
Introduces contemporary and traditional
glassworking techniques and concepts. Hot
glassblowing, fusing, slumping and kiln casting
will be covered. This class includes group and
individual demonstrations, discussions, and
critiques. Slide lectures, visiting artists, reading
and project assignments as well as discussions
of current trends in the field of glass art will be
covered. Demonstrations include the creation
of hollow forms, solid cast forms and flat
fusing, and other functional and non-functional
objects using glass.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Glass II 3
> ART-422
Investigates contemporary and traditional
glassworking techniques and concepts
including hot glassblowing, fusing, slumping
and kiln casting. This class consists of group
and individual demonstrations, discussions
and critiques. Slide lectures, visiting artists,
reading and project assignments, as well as
discussions of current trends in the field of
glass art, will be covered. Demonstrations will
include intermediate hot glass blowing, fusing,
slumping and kiln casting. Projects will include
the creation of hollow forms, solid cast forms
and flat fusing, and other functional and nonfunctional
objects using glass.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ART-420
Honors Project 1
> ART-924
Allows a qualified honors student to pursue a
special concentration of study under the
guidance of a faculty member. Requires
completion of an honors project contract. May
be taken more than once.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Note: Requires approval of supervising professor
and dean
Independent Study 1–3
> ART-928
Allows the student to do readings, papers,
research and/or production work under the
guidance of an art faculty member. Independent
study contract required.
(1-3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
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