2011-2013 Undergraduate Catalog

Course Descriptions

Visual & Studio Arts
LA 116, (406) 657-2324

* ARTZ 101 Art Fundamentals
[formerly ART 110 Introduction to Studio Art for Non-Art Majors]
3 cr. (Stu) (F, Sp)  Encourages enhancement of two- and three-dimensional artistic skills for the general student.  Traditional and experimental materials, techniques, and concepts are emphasized.  Expect improvement of individual art abilities and understandings.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 102 Fundamentals of Art for Elementary Teachers
[formerly ART 101 Fundamentals of Art for Elementary Teachers]
(Stu) 2 cr. Prerequisite: Restricted to majors in Elementary Education and Special Education. (F, Sp)  Provides experiences with two-and three-dimensional materials and techniques appropriate for elementary teachers.  Includes selected components of art history, art criticism and aesthetics (modern paradigm) and the post-modern paradigm.  (Lab fee)

* ARTZ 105 Visual Language-Drawing
[formerly ART 161 Introduction to Drawing]
3 cr. (Stu) (F, Sp, Su)  Introduces the beginning student to the basic fundamentals of drawing including line, form, value, composition, and linear perspective.  Instruction will include drawing of various subjects and many include the nude figure.  Lab fee.

ARTZ 106 Visual Language-2-D Foundations
[formerly ART 151 Two-Dimensional Design]
3 cr. (Stu) (F, Sp)  Provides the student with the basic fundamentals to plan and organize two-dimensional expression through painting, graphic design, color theory and composition.  Student will be exposed to both content (what artists want to say) and form (how an artist says it).  An emphasis will be placed on creativity and critical thinking skills.  Lab fee.

ARTZ 108 Visual Language-3-D Foundations
[formerly ART 152 Three-Dimensional Design]
3 cr. (Stu) (F, Sp)  Introduces the basic principles of designing in three dimensions with an emphasis on form, structure, and terminology in media such as wood, paper fibers, metal, plaster, clay, etc.  Assignments focus on aesthetic concepts and technical skills and involve broad-based themes of art, the role of the artist, and creative and critical thinking skills.  Lab fee.

* ARTZ 131 Ceramics for Non-Majors
[formerly ART 142 Introduction to Pottery]
3 cr. (Stu) (F, Sp)  Develops the ability to design three-dimensional clay forms using manual dexterity.  Provides the individual with opportunities for creative experiences and an understanding of basic artistic developments in design, process and content of the ceramic object.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 211 Drawing I
[formerly ART 261 Figure Drawing]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 105. (F)  Continues and expands on the understanding of the fundamentals, the theories and the content of drawing with an emphasis on the human figure.  Lab fee.

ARTZ 221 Painting I
[formerly ART 272 Introduction to Painting]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisites: ARTZ 106 and ARTZ 105 or permission of instructor. (F, Sp)  Introduces the principles of painting through the use of various painting media.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 224 Watercolor I
[formerly ART 271 Introduction to Watercolor]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisites: ARTZ 106 and ARTZ 105 or permission of instructor. (Sp)  Introduces the principles and techniques of painting with transparent watercolor media.

ARTZ 231 Ceramics I
[formerly ART 242 Introduction to Ceramics]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Preferred background: ARTZ 108. (F, Sp)  Introduces basic forming skills, glaze techniques and firing processes with emphasis on craftsmanship and aesthetic judgment.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 251 Sculpture I
[formerly ART 281 Introduction to Sculpture]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 108 or permission of instructor. (F, Sp)  Introduces the basic concepts of space and volume as they relate to sculpture as well as the basic methods of forming various materials into sculpture.  Lab fee.

ARTZ 271 Printmaking I
[formerly ART 215 Introduction to Printmaking]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Preferred background: ARTZ 106 and ARTZ 105 or permission of the instructor. (F)  Provides basic concepts in areas of serigraphy, intaglio, and relief as means of contemporary expression.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 273 Printmaking I-Lithography
[formerly ART 217 Introduction to Lithography]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Preferred background: ARTZ 106 and ARTZ 105 or permission of instructor. (Sp)  Provides concepts and techniques of printmaking through the technical means of lithography.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 284 Photography I-Techniques and Processes
[formerly ART 211 Introduction to Photography]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 106 or permission of instructor. (F, Sp)  Provides instruction in black-and-white film photography while investigating problems of design, content, criticism and expression in the photographic medium with emphasis on theory, aesthetics, and technology for fine art applications.  Course is taught in a chemical darkroom with some projects being completed on the computer.  Required:  manual film SLR camera and digital camera (digital SLR recommended).  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 298 Internship/Cooperative Education
[formerly ART 296 Cooperative Education/Internship]
V1-9 cr.  Provides university credit for a sophomore work experience in the area of Art supervised by faculty.  Learning agreement must be completed prior to registration (restricted).

ARTZ 311 Drawing II
[formerly ART 361 Intermediate Drawing]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 211. (F)  Stresses further exploration and application of drawing from the human figure.  Students are exposed to various approaches and disciplines both as to medium and concept.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 321 Painting II
[formerly ART 372 Intermediate Painting]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 221. (F, Sp)  Provides experimentation in various directions to develop personal style and techniques in painting with the use of various painting media.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 324 Watercolor II
[formerly ART 371 Intermediate Watercolor]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 224. (Sp)  Provides individual experimentation and exploration in the medium of transparent watercolor.

ARTZ 331 Ceramics II
[formerly ART 342 Intermediate Ceramics]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 231. (F, Sp)  Develops technical skills in the forming of clay design concepts and glaze technology.  Emphasis is placed on the growth of personal development.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 351 Sculpture II
[formerly ART 381 Intermediate Sculpture]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 251. (F, Sp)  Provides exploration and laboratory experience in a variety of materials in the production of three-dimensional art forms.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 371 Printmaking II
[formerly ART 315 Intermediate Printmaking]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 271. (F)  Continues the study of printmaking with extensive exploration in artistic expression and printing techniques.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 372 Printmaking II-Lithography
[formerly ART 317 Intermediate Lithography]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 273. (Sp)  Continues the study of printmaking in the area of lithography as a means of contemporary artistic expression.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 384 Photography II-Theory, Criticism, Practice
[formerly ART 311 Intermediate Photography]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) Prerequisite: ARTZ 284. (F, Sp)  Provides continuing experience in variety of photographic techniques, expanding on darkroom, camera, computer, and digital printing skills, while exploring experimental and aesthetic possibilities of the medium in the context of contemporary art.  Required:  manual film SLR camera and digital camera (digital SLR recommended).  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 400 Careers in Art
[formerly ART 399 Careers in Art]
1 cr. (Lec) Prerequisites: For Art majors and minors, sophomore level and above or by instructor approval. (Sp)  Provides an overview of information from a variety of sources on professional art careers.  A discussion format will accompany presentations by invited speakers, readings, research and written assignments.  Offered spring only.

ARTZ 409 Resume and Artist Statement
[formerly ART 498 Resume and Artist Statement]
1 cr. (Lec) Prerequisites: Junior or senior level standing; Art majors and minors only. (F)  Covers the initial development of visual portfolio, the writing of a resume and artist statement and other preparation for the senior show.  Other topics include art venue possibilities, financial aspects, graduate programs, and securing an art teaching position.  Students will work with their advisor and other art faculty.  Class may be taken concurrently with ARTZ 499 Senior Show if the show is scheduled during Fall Semester.  Offered fall only.

ARTZ 410 Advanced Research-Drawing
[formerly ART 461 Advanced Drawing]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R-24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 311. (F)  Development of the student’s personal expression and style.  Includes the principles of drawing exemplified in works of historic and contemporary masters.  Emphasis will be placed on the use of drawing as a finished art product.  Lab fee.

ARTZ 420 Advanced Research-Painting
[formerly ART 472 Advanced Painting]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R-24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 321. (F, Sp)  Emphasizes advanced exploration in various painting media.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 424 Advanced Research-Watercolor
[formerly ART 471 Advanced Watercolor]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R-24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 324. (Sp)  Emphasizes advanced exploration techniques in the medium of transparent watercolor.

ARTZ 430 Advanced Research-Ceramics
[formerly ART 442 Advanced Ceramics]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R-24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 331. (F, Sp)  Employs advanced technical problems and emphasizes personal expression in the medium.  (Lab fee)
ARTZ 451 Advanced Research-Sculpture
[formerly ART 481 Advanced Sculpture]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R- 24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 351. (F, Sp)  Involves advanced level sculptural exploration emphasizing personal expression and style.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 470 Advanced Research-Printmaking
[formerly ART 415 Advanced Printmaking]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R-24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 371. (F)  Extends the study of serigraphy, intaglio, or relief printmaking with extensive exploration in artistic expression and printing techniques.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 474 Advanced Research-Lithography
[formerly ART 417 Advanced Lithography]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R-24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 372. (Sp)  Extends the study of lithography with extensive exploration in artistic expression and printing techniques.  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 486 Advanced Research-Photography
[formerly ART 411 Advanced Photography]
4 cr. (Rct 2, Stu 2) R-24. Prerequisite: ARTZ 384. (F, Sp)  Involves advanced level photographic exploration and production emphasizing photography as a fine art medium and a means to personal expression.  Students will create several assignment-guided and self-proposed projects.  Required:  manual film SLR camera and digital camera (digital SLR recommended).  (Lab fee)

ARTZ 492 Independent Study
[formerly ART 491 Independent Study]
V1-5 cr. Prerequisites: consent of instructor and department chairperson.  Provides outstanding students an opportunity to explore material not covered by regular Art courses.

ARTZ 495 Practicum in Art
[formerly ART 490 Practicum in Art]
V1-5 cr. Prerequisites: Senior level standing in Art and consent of department chairperson.  Provides experience in a responsible appointment as an assistant in some specialized area of the Art Program.

ARTZ 499 Senior Project/Capstone
[formerly ART 499 Senior Show, Portfolio and Review]
(WR) 1 cr. (Lec) Prerequisite: Junior or senior level standing in Art. Art majors or minors only. (F, Sp)  Involves arranging for all details necessary to present a show of work done during the two years prior to graduation in conjunction with a formal review.  The art history student will prepare for the formal review through written documents and recitation.  The student will work with his/her advisor.

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