Arts (ART) at Danville Community College
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- ART 95 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - ART 100 - Art Appreciation
- Introduces art from prehistoric times to the present day. Describes architectural styles, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and painting techniques.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 101 - History and Appreciation of Art I
- Presents the history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture, and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to the present. Part I of II. This is a Passport Transfer course.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 102 - History and Appreciation of Art II
- Presents the history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture, and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to the present. Part II of II. This is a Passport Transfer course.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 106 - History of Modern Art
- Surveys the history of modern architecture, sculpture, painting, and graphic arts in representational and non- representational forms. Focuses on the periods and movements that influenced the arts of the twentieth century. Emphasizes contemporary art forms, particularly the interaction between art and society, industry, and design.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 111 - Introduction to the Arts I
- Parallels studio classes and provides a general survey of the arts. Emphasizes perception, using major monuments of painting, sculpture, and architecture as examples. Part I of II.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 116 - Design for the Web I
- Introduces the basic elements of web page design: typography, imagery, and color, and examines how they are combined to create effective layouts. Teaches organization of materials, sketching and concept development, site planning and various methods of construction.Credits - 3. Lecture 2 hours. Studio Instruction - 2 hours. Total Contact - 4 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 117 - Design for the Web II
- Continues the study of design concepts introduced in Design for the Web I (ART 116). Concentrates on the addition of animation, sound, and interactivity to the web pages. Explores advanced design problems.Credits - 3. Lecture - 2 hours. Studio Instruction - 2 hours. Total Contact - 4 hours per week.
ART 1163 credits - ART 120 - Beginning Drawing
- Introduces principles and practices of the various media used in drawing.Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
2 credits - ART 121 - Drawing I
- Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone and composition as applied to still life, landscape and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Part I of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 122 - Drawing II
- Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone and composition as applied to still life, landscape and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Part II of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 125 - Introduction to Painting
- 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.
3 credits - ART 130 - Introduction to Multimedia
- 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 2-4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
Computer literacy is suggested.3-4 credits - ART 131 - Fundamentals of Design I
- Explores the concepts of two- and three-dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required. Part I of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 132 - Fundamentals of Design II
- Explores the concepts of two- and three-dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required. Part II of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 133 - Visual Arts Foundation
- Covers tools and techniques, design concepts and principles, color theory and an introduction to the computer for graphic use. Applies to all fields of Visual Art.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits - ART 134 - Three Dimensional Design
- Explores the concepts of three dimensional design applicable to all fields of Visual Art. Covers tools and techniques. Uses computers as appropriate for research.Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 153 - Ceramics I
- Presents problems in the design and production of functional and non-functional ceramic works. Includes handbuilding the potter's wheel and clays and glazes. Part I of II.Lecture 0-2 hours. Studio instruction 4-6 hours. Total 5-8 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 154 - Ceramics II
- Presents problems in the design and production of functional and non-functional ceramic works. Includes handbuilding the potter's wheel and clays and glazes. Part II of II.Lecture 0-2 hours. Studio instruction 4-6 hours. Total 5-8 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics
- Provides a working introduction to computer-based electronic technology used by visual artists and designers. Presents the basics of operating platforms and standard industry software. Introduces problems in which students can explore creative potential of the new electronic media environment.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 193 - Studies In
- Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instructor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course's viability as a permanent offering.Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits - ART 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - ART 198 - Seminar and Project
- Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student's occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - ART 199 - Supervised Study
- Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - ART 203 - Animation I
- Introduces the student to the basic techniques of animation, combining traditional and computer-generated skills. Teaches theoretical elements of the aesthetics of sequential imagery. Provides practical experience in two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional animation. Exposes the student to a variety of animation techniques.(3-4 Cr.) Lecture 2 hours, Lab 2-4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 208 - Video Techniques
- Addresses the fundamentals of video technology and non-linear video editing. Focuses on the aesthetics of time-code editing using current industry software. Teaches a student to shoot and capture video and record and edit sound, and combine artwork, animation, video, and sound in the creation of professional-quality original video projects.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2-4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 221 - Drawing III
- Introduces advanced concepts and techniques of drawing as applied to the figure, still life and landscape. Gives additional instruction in composition, modeling, space and perspective. Encourages individual approaches to drawing. Part I of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studion instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 231 - Sculpture I
- Introduces sculptural concepts and methods of production in traditional and contemporary media. Includes clay, plaster, wood, stone, metal, plastics and terra cotta. May include field trips. Prerequisite ART 131. Part I of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studion instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 241 - Painting I
- Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 242 - Painting II
- Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Prerequisites ART 122 or divisional approval. Part II of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 243 - Watercolor I
- Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Prerequisite ART 131, or divisional approval. Part I of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 2-4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 244 - Watercolor II
- Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Prerequisite ART 131, or divisional approval. Part II of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 2-4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 245 - Portrait Painting
- Explores portrait painting as representational and abstract art. Emphasizes analytical study of the head using a variety of mediums. Prerequisite ART 241 and ART 121.Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 248 - Painting III
- Introduces advanced concepts and techniques of representational and abstract painting as applied to the head/figure, still-life, landscape and other subject matter including non-objective painting. Gives additional instruction in color, composition, modeling, space and perspective. Encourages individual approaches to painting. Prerequisite: ART 242 to ART 248. Part I of II.Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 249 - Painting IV
- Introduces advanced concepts and techniques of representational and abstract painting as applied to the head/figure, still-life, landscape and other subject matter including non-objective painting. Gives additional instruction in color, composition, modeling, space and perspective. Encourages individual approaches to painting. Prerequisite: ART 242 to ART 248. Part II of II.Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 251 - Communication Design I
- Studies the principles of visual communications as applied to advertising in newspapers, magazines, direct mail advertising, house organs, etc. Analyzes the influence of contemporary art on design. Prerequisites ART 131 and ART 140. Part I of II.Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 2-4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 252 - Communication Design II
- Studies the principles of visual communications as applied to advertising in newspapers, magazines, direct mail advertising, house organs, etc. Analyzes the influence of contemporary art on design. Prerequisites ART 131 and ART 140. Part II of II.Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 2-4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 266 - Package Design
- Studies the role of packaging in product identification, presentation, and production. Investigates the unique challenges of typography, illustration and design from 2D to 3D forms. Researches business goals, marketing objectives, packaging structure, and display aesthetics. Applies the principles of design and foundations of typography in final production of products.Credits - 3. Lecture - 2 hours. Studio Instruction - 2 hours. Total Contact - 4 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 270 - Motion Graphics I
- Introduces fundamental concepts for motion graphics, including graphics and promos for television networks and film titles and logs for advertising. Focuses on design presentation and development, screen composition, graphic transitions and content.Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 3-4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 281 - Illustration for Designers
- Explores the professional field of illustration, along with the different ways of producing illustrations for editorial, commercial, and technical clients using traditional and digital techniques. Build skills and knowledge through discussions, projects and exercises for positioning as an illustrator.Credits - 3. Lecture - 2 hours. Studio Instruction - 2 hours. Total Contact - 4 hours.
3 credits - ART 283 - Computer Graphics I
- Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Part I of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 3-4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 284 - Computer Graphics II
- Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Part II of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 3-4 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
3-4 credits - ART 286 - Communication Arts Workshop
- Requires special project and/or research focusing on career opportunities. Teaches resume and portfolio preparation and interview techniques. May include internship with a professional design firm. Requires instructor's approval.Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
3 credits - ART 287 - Portfolio and Resume Preparation
- Focuses on portfolio preparation, resume writing, and job interviewing for students. Recommended for final semester program students. Requires instructor's approval.Lecture 1-2 hours. Studio instruction 0-4 hours. Total 1-6 hours per week.
1-4 credits - ART 295 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - ART 298 - Seminar and Project
- Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student's occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - ART 299 - Supervised Study
- Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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