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2020-2021 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

 

Anthropology

Note: General Education Category A must be completed prior to taking any upper-division course except upper-division language courses where students meet formal prerequisites and/or competency equivalent for advanced study.
  

  • ANTH 540 - Ethnographic Field School

    (3 units)

     

    Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.
    Experiential course gives opportunity to apply standard ethnographic methods to study, observe, and learn about a non-U.S. culture. Analysis of methodology and data collection will occur throughout the course. Location, topics and activities will vary.

    Letter grade only (A-F) May be repeated to a maximum of  6 units, with the same topic in the same semester. Double Numbered with: ANTH 440  

  

  • ANTH 541 - Ethnographic Film Production I

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Intermediate-level theory and methodology for ethnographic/documentary film production. Students will work in teams and learn the fundamentals of how to produce an ethnographic film from conception through completion using professional-quality production and post-production equipment.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 2 hours; Lab 2 hours). Double Numbered with: ANTH 441 
  

  • ANTH 544 - Transnational Migrants

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of instructor Anthropological examination of the lives of immigrants and refugees.
    Explores the way studies of migration challenge our understanding of the local context of globalization and transnationalism. Focus on theories of culture, ethnicity, and identity as well as theories of incorporation, adaptation and nativism and the relevance of applied anthropology through research and advocacy.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Double Numbered with: ANTH 444 
  

  • ANTH 560 - Ethnographic Research Methods

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
    A practice-oriented seminar in ethnographic research methodology, emphasizing techniques, methods, and concepts of ethnographic research. The course examines several qualitative, in-depth methods used by anthropologists as well as research design and research ethics.

    Both grading options.
  

  • ANTH 561 - Basic Computer Research Applications in Anthropology

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ANTH 560  or consent of instructor.
    Basic qualitative and quantitative computer methods employing currently appropriate software and statistical techniques. Methods covered will be specifically related to research in archaeology and applied anthropology; and the presentation of results, as well as various research problems, will be addressed.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  

  • ANTH 570 - Linguistic Field Methods

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: LING 420  and LING 421 , or consent of instructor.
    Introduction to linguistic field work with a native speaker of an unfamiliar non-European language. Phonetic transcription and investigation of phonological, morphological, and syntactic structures of the selected language within the context of linguistic universals.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as LING 580 . Not open for credit to students with credit in LING 580 . May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units with different topics in different semesters. May be taken more than once if the language under investigation differs.
  

  • ANTH 597 - Directed Readings in Anthropology

    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of instructor.
    Selected topics in anthropology will be studied in depth. A written report will be prepared.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  

  • ANTH 600 - Seminar in Ethnology and Social Anthropology

    (3 units)

    Topics of substantive and theoretical importance and their application to research problems.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
  

  • ANTH 697 - Directed Research

    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of department.
    Research in anthropology on an individual basis.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  

  • ANTH 698 - Thesis or Applied Project

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Consent of department.
    Planning, preparation, and completion of a thesis or an applied project in anthropology.

    Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with the same topic in the same semester.

Arabic
  

  • ARAB 101A - Fundamentals of Arabic

    (4 units)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: Any Foundation course.

    Introduction to fundamental skills of speaking, oral comprehension, reading, and writing. For those who are beginning the study of Arabic or who have had one year of high school Arabic.

    Both grading options. For non-native speakers only. Not open to heritage speakers or native speakers of Arabic.
  

  • ARAB 101B - Fundamentals of Arabic

    (4 units)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ARAB 101A  or two years of high school Arabic or equivalent.

    Any Foundation course. Fundamental skills of speaking, oral comprehension, reading and writing.

    Both grading options. For non-native speakers only. Not open to heritage speakers or native speakers of Arabic.
  

  • ARAB 201A - Intermediate Arabic

    (4 units)

    Prerequisite: ARAB 101B  or three years of high school Arabic or equivalent.
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: Any Foundation course.

    Continued development in speaking, oral comprehension, reading, and writing skills.

    Both grading options. For non-native speakers only. Not open to heritage speakers or native speakers of Arabic.
  

  • ARAB 201B - Intermediate Arabic

    (4 units)

    Prerequisite: ARAB 201A  or four years of high school Arabic or equivalent.
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: Any Foundation course.

    Continued development in speaking, oral comprehension, reading, and writing skills.

    Both grading options. For non-native speakers only. Not open to heritage speakers or native speakers of Arabic.

Art
  

  • ART 101 - Artists in Their Own Words

    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: One GE Foundation course.

    Students learn from guest artists and arts scholars about their work, and how they have established and sustained a practice and career. Invited from across the spectrum of visual arts, each guest represents a case study in presentation and professionalism.

    Credit/No Credit grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units in the same semester.
  

  • ART 110 - Introduction to the Visual Arts

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: One GE Foundation course.

    Exploration of meanings, purposes, styles, materials and forms of art and architecture. Multicultural perspective. Development of awareness through examination and comparison of art and artifacts, past and present.

    Both grading options.
  

  • ART 121 - Safety and Sustainable Practices for Studio Artists

    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: One GE Foundation course.

    Introduces current best practices for basic machine and hand-tools, material handling, personal protective equipment, risk assessment and safety culture essential to student success in developing a sustainable studio practice.

    Credit/No Credit grading only. (2 Hours Activity)
  

  • ART 130 - Foundation Two-Dimensional

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART majors and  Pre-majors
    Foundation course required to be taken by all majors within the School of Art prior to 200-level or above art courses. Exploration and application of principles, components and terminology of two-dimensional design via relational, problem-solving and visual-vocabulary exercises.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 131 - Foundation Three Dimensional

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART majors and Pre-majors only
    Foundation course required to be taken by all studio and art education majors within the School of Art prior to 200-level or above art courses. Focus on structural, material, and compositional concerns involved in dealing with three-dimensional form.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 132 - Foundation Color Theory

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 130 .  ART and Pre-ART majors only.
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ART 130  

    Foundation course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art (Students choose from a group of courses). Also satisfies requirements or choices in some BFA degrees. Focus on visual and aesthetic interactions of color.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab) (Not open to students with credit for ART 182.)
  

  • ART 149 - Foundation Computer Art

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 .  Art and Pre-Art majors only
    Foundation course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art (Students choose from a group of courses). Also satisfies requirements or choices in some BFA degrees. Project-based exploration of art-related digital imaging, layout, and vector software, and introduction to interactive and web-based media.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 349A.
  

  • ART 150 - Foundation Transdisciplinary Practice

    3 units

    Prerequisites: None
    Introduction to production methods across 2D, 3D, and 4D (time based) media. Foundational principles are exercised through hands-on approaches working through various material, media formats, and processes. Addresses how artists work across many media to create work.

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hours activity)
  

  • ART 181 - Foundation Drawing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART majors and  Pre-majors
    Foundation course intended to be taken by all majors within the School of Art prior to 200-level or above art courses. Introduction to drawing with emphasis on perspective, light, shadow, and volume in composition using a variety of media.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 184 - Foundation Life Drawing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 181 . ART majors and pre-majors only.
    Foundation course required in the BA Studio Art. Also satisfies requirements or choices in all other undergraduate degrees in the School of Art. Introduction to drawing from the human figure.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 221 - Shop Orientation

    (1 unit)

    Familiarization with student workshop facilities, specific instruction on safety procedures and methods in use of tools and equipment. Safety lectures and technical demonstrations followed by hands-on experience. Projects familiarize students with machinery and facilitate the acquisition of basic woodworking skills.

    Credit/No Credit grading only. (2 hours activity)
  

  • ART 223 - Introduction to Typography

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Art majors or pre-majors, or Design BA majors only. For Art majors and Pre-majors: ART 130   and ART 181  . For Design majors: DESN 120A  and DESN 132A  .
    Introductory course in the fundamentals of typographic form. Close examination of the architecture of letterforms and alphabet construction.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Student-owned laptop computer is required. See School website for current hardware and software specifications. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 227 - History of Animation

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE A2 requirement; sophomore standing
    Historical, theoretical and aesthetic developments of animation since its beginnings across cultures and within global contexts with consideration of cultural, social, political and technological influences.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as FEA 227 . Not open for credit to students with credit in FEA 227 .
  

  • ART 241 - Introduction to Photography

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): One G.E. Foundation Course
    Introductory course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art (Students choose from a group of courses). Also satisfies requirements or choices in some BFA degrees. Fundamentals of digital photography: cameras, digital darkroom techniques, photographic vision, critical issues.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee and digital camera (DSLR) may be required. Information on fees related to this course can be found here. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 251A - Introduction to Ceramic Arts: Handbuilding

    (3 units)

    Introductory course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art (Students choose from a group of courses). Also satisfies requirements or choices in BA Art Education and some BFA degrees. Includes slab, coil, and molding techniques; glazing, firing.

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 251B - Introduction to Ceramic Arts: Wheel Throwing

    (3 units)

    Introductory course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art (Students choose from a group of courses). Satisfies requirements or choices in BA Art Education and some BFA degrees. Development of wheel-thrown forms, glazing and firing.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 254 - Introduction to Wood

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): ART 121  , ART 131  .  Art and Pre-Art majors only.

    Introduction to concepts, tools and techniques used in the creation of handcrafted, wooden objects. Basic construction and reductive shaping techniques including, lamination, milling, woodturning, carving, and joinery.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 257 - Introduction to Metals

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: None
    Introduction to metal and jewelry processes; approaches include enameling, casting, forging, and fabrication.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours activity)
  

  • ART 261 - Introduction to Life Sculpture: From the Figure to the Body

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): One G.E. Foundation Course
    Introduction to modeling from the human figure with emphasis on a range of representational approaches and techniques from observation based models of figuration to the use of the body in sculpture.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 263 - Introduction to Sculpture/4D

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): One G.E. Foundation course
    Fundamentals of sculpture: historical approaches and concepts, material explorations, time-based and site-specific practices.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs lab)
  

  • ART 265 - Introduction to Fiber

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130   and ART 131  .  Pre-ART and Art majors only.
    Introductory course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art. Satisfies requirements or choices in some BFA degrees. Introduction to mixed media and fiber/fabric materials, processes and approaches including surface design, papermaking, weaving, hand-construction.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 270 - Introduction to Printmaking

    (3 units)

    Introductory course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art. Satisfies requirements or choices in some BFA degrees. Exploration of multiple printmaking processes and possibilities for producing art in multiples, variations, and unique works. Focus on non-toxic approaches.

    Letter grade only (A-F) Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab.)
  

  • ART 271 - Introduction to Rendering

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 130  , ART 181  . ART majors or pre-majors only.
    Introductory course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art (Students choose from a group of courses). Satisfies requirements or choices in some BFA degrees. Graphic visualization for convincing representation.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 272 - Drawing With Perspective

    3 units

    Prerequisites: ART 130  and ART 181  , or instructor consent.
    Overview of drawing with perspective to create accurate, representational, three dimensional space. Covering 1 pt, 2 pt, 3 pt and exaggerated perspective, from observation and imagination. Focusing on composition, point of view, eye level, light, and shadows.

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hours activity)
  

  • ART 287 - Introduction to Painting

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130  and ART 181  and ART majors and pre-majors only.
    Introductory course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art (Students choose from a group of courses). Satisfies requirements or choices in BA Art Education, BA Art History, and most BFA degrees. Introduction to painting problems using opaque media.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 291 - Introduction to Animation

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130  and ART 181  .  ART majors and ART Pre-majors only.
    Introduction to frame-by-frame manipulation, including traditional, experimental, and digital animation, pre-production work, motion graphics, and brief history of animation. Survey course satisfying a choice between requirements in the BA Studio Art. Satisfies requirements or choices in some BFA degrees.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 300 - Art, Adolescence, and the Child

    (3 units)

    Experiences in self-expression from the California Visual and Performing Arts Framework while addressing children’s artistic and aesthetic development. Following state content standards, students develop aesthetic perception, learn skills for talking about art, and gain understanding in historical and cultural contexts.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 305 - Art Disciplines and New Technology

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: 12 units of Art Foundation courses. Art majors only. Exclude freshmen.
    Develops skills in making and talking about art through interrelating art production with art criticism, cultural-historical connections, and philosophical aesthetics. Emphasizes newer art forms and technology, including video and computer, providing additional approaches for the artist and art educator.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 311 - Writing about Visual Art

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: GE Foundation completed, ART majors only and upper division standing.  GWAR portfolio course or score of 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Exam.
    Writing Intensive and Integrative Learning Capstone course emphasizing writing for a visual arts audience. Includes reading critically, analysis of research, organizing and developing arguments, clarity, self-editing, and appropriate use of vocabulary/style. Extensive writing, editing and peer review.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  

  • ART 316 - Fiber: Pattern Design and Printing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 287 , AH 111A , AH 111B .  ART majors only.  Exclude Freshmen.
    Variety of design concepts for both hand and commercial application of pattern to textiles and other surfaces. To include pattern system design, stamping, and silkscreen printing.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab)
  

  • ART 317 - Fiber: Textile Dyeing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 287 , AH 111A , AH 111B .  ART majors only.  Exclude Freshmen.
    Exploration of a variety of design concepts and dye processes to include natural and chemical (acid and fiber reactive) dye technology using discharge, shaped resists, batik, and direct painting techniques.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 327B.
  

  • ART 318 - TYPE II: Intermediate Typography

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: For Art Majors: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 181 , ART 184 , ART 223 ; ART 132 , ART 241 , ART 270  or ART 287 ; AH 111A , AH 111B  or consent of instructor. For Design Majors: DESN 120A , DESN 132A , and ART 223 . For Graphic Design Minors: ART 223 .
    Focus on the compositional use of type and its relationship to issues of visual hierarchy, readability and page structure. Students continue their exploration of typography as an expressive visual form.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Student-owned laptop computer is required. See School website for current hardware and software specifications. (6 hrs. lab.).
  
  

  • ART 327 - Graphic Design II: Intermediate Graphic Design

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 223 , ART 318  and ART 321 . Art majors only. Exclude freshmen.

    Graphic Design Minors: ART 223  
    Intermediate course, developing formal and conceptual skills using type and image, learning fundamentals of preparing art for print.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Student-owned laptop computer is required. See School website for current hardware and software specifications. (6 hours lab)

  

  • ART 328A - Fiber and Mixed Media: Sculptural Forms

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites:  ART 130 , ART 131 , AH 111A , and AH 111B .  ART majors only.  Exclude Freshmen.
    Exploration of concepts and materials using non-loom textile techniques. Development from 2-D relief surfaces to full 3-D forms. May include basic fiber structures of stitching, wrapping, feltmaking, papermaking, twining, knitting, crochet, and coiling.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 328B - Fiber and Mixed Media: Sculptural Forms

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 328A , ART majors. Freshmen excluded.
    Designed to strengthen a working understanding on non-loom fiber structures. Emphasis on development of personal expression within media.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 331 - Advertising I: Introduction to Concept Development

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 223 , ART 318 , ART 321 .
    Introduction to learning how to think more conceptually through creating print ads primarily by understanding the foundations of setting an objective, planning a creative strategy, identifying a target; and by learning various ways to think creatively.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 332 - Graphic Design: Professional Preparation

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 318 , ART 321 , ART 327 ,  ART 331  . ART majors only. Exclude freshmen.
    Engages topics regarding the profession of Graphic Design, including portfolio and resume development, presentations, interview skills, pricing and negotiating, ethical guidelines, and project organizational skills.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 333 - Global Art Scenes

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE Foundation and upper-division standing.
    Examination of the global field of contemporary art with emphasis on issues and structures that shape art scenes in different cultural contexts.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  

  • ART 334 - Graphic Design III: Exploration and Experimentation

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 327 , ART 331  and Art Graphic Design BFA majors only. Exclude freshmen.
    Advanced design course, examining and creating traditional, alternative and experimental solutions across a variety of media.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Student-owned laptop computer is required. See School website for current hardware and software specifications. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 335 - Advertising II: Intermediate Concept Development and Art Direction

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite:ART 327 , ART 331  and Art Graphic Design BFA majors only. Exclude freshmen.
    Development of concept and design advertising projects that are strategically sound, creatively unexpected, innovative and of portfolio quality.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Student-owned laptop computer is required. See School website for current hardware and software specifications. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 336 - Graphic Design IV: Development and Analysis

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 334 , ART 335   and Art Graphic Design BFA majors only. Exclude freshmen.
    Learn and practice in-depth research and analytical procedures that establish visual concept development and create systematic applications design.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Student-owned laptop computer is required. See School website for current hardware and software specifications. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 337 - Graphic Design V: Packaging Design

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 321  , ART 334  , ART 335   and Art Graphic Design BFA majors only.  Exclude Freshmen.
    Materials, processes and the design of packaging.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Student-owned laptop computer is required. See School website for current hardware and software specifications. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 340 - Intermediate Photography

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): ART 130  and ART 241 , and AH 111A  or AH 111B .
    Prerequisite/Corequisite:  ART 181 . ART majors and PRE-majors only. Or ART 241  and Photography Minors only.  Exclude Freshmen.

    Introduction to black and white darkroom and camera work. Continuing study of photographic vision, and critical issues. Development of series and bodies of work.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee and 35mm camera may be required. Information on fees related to this course can be found here. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 341A - Ceramic Arts: Intermediate Handbuilding

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 251A . School of Art and Pre-Art majors and Ceramics minors. Exclude Freshmen.  
    Design problems with handbuilt ceramic forms with emphasis on surface.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 341B - Ceramic Arts: Intermediate Wheel Throwing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 251B .  ART majors, School of ART majors, Pre-ART BFA majors, Pre-Studio Art BA major, Pre-Art Ceramics BFA major and Ceramics minors only. 
    Design problems with wheel-thrown ceramic forms with emphasis on surface.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 342A - Contemporary Practices in Color Photography

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: ART 340 .  ART and Pre-ART majors only. Or Prerequisite/Corequisite ART 241  and Photography Minors only.  Freshmen excluded.

    Contemporary approaches to art-based photography, theory of media and representation. Use and control of photographic color.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 343A - Ceramic Arts: Advanced Handbuilding and Sculpture

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 341A . School of Art majors and Ceramics minors only. Exclude Freshmen.
    Advanced studies in handbuilt ceramics and ceramic sculpture.

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 343B - Ceramic Arts: Advanced Use of the Wheel

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites:  ART 341B . School of Art majors and Ceramics minors only. Exclude Freshmen.
    Advanced studies in ceramic form employing wheel-thrown processes.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 349 - Computer Art

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 149  and six units from: AH 111A , AH 111B , AH 113A , AH 113B . ART majors. Freshmen excluded.
    Basic theory and hands-on use of microcomputers employing graphics in “Paint Programs” with color hardcopy output and animation production on video tape. Emphasis on computer graphic applications in students’ individual studio art disciplines.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 349B.
  

  • ART 352A - Ceramic Arts: Glaze and Clay Technology

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): Art majors, Art Pre-majors and Art Minors only. Exclude Freshmen.
    Study of the properties and uses of raw materials as they relate to the development of formulated clay bodies and ceramic glazes.

    Letter Grade only (A-F) (6 Hrs. Lab)
  

  • ART 352B - Ceramic Arts: Plaster Lab

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): Art majors, Art Pre-majors, and Art Minors only. Exclude Freshman.
    Exploration of forming methods not covered in wheel-throwing or hand-building courses, including use of plaster molds for making ceramic art including press molds, slip casting, and jiggering.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 352C - Ceramic Arts Experimental Processes and Practices

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 , ART 251A , ART 251B ; AH 111A , or AH 111B ; or consent of instructor.
    A course focusing on a variety of experimental applications of ceramic media, materials, processes, and equipment.

    Letter Grade Only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units in different semesters.
  

  • ART 353A - Drafting and Model Making for 3D Art Objects

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 181 , ART 121 , or  ART 254 ,  AH 111B  or consent of instructor.
    Exploration of techniques and conventions of technical drafting, and modeling central to the generation, evaluation and communication of 3D art object design concepts. Digital design software, 3D printing and laser-cutting will be introduced.  

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab).
  

  • ART 353B - Digital Furniture Design and Production

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 353A  and ART 354A  or consent of instructor.
    Theory, tools and processes of designing and fabricating furniture using digital design software, rapid prototyping and CNC equipment.

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hrs. lab)
  

  • ART 354A - Furniture Making: Joinery and Structure

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 181 , ART 254 , AH 111A  or AH 111B , or consent of instructor.
    Furniture making techniques and tools related to traditional joinery for complex wooden structures. Hand tools and layout techniques are emphasized through the practice of historical joinery methods pertaining to furniture and architecture.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab)
  

  • ART 354B - Furniture Making: Bending, Forming and Sculpting

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 353A  and ART 354A  or consent of instructor.
    Furniture making methodologies and techniques with an emphasis on curvilinear and asymmetrical forms. Bending, forming, sculpting and advanced lamination techniques will be introduced. 

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab)
  

  • ART 354C - Furniture Making: Casework

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): ART 353A  and ART 354A  or consent of instructor.
    Fine cabinetmaking techniques, materials and design processes: box and vessel forms, surface patterns and moving parts including doors, drawers and hardware. The history and relevance of wooden casework will be explored though a wide cultural lens.

    Letter grade only (A-F).
  

  • ART 355 - Enameling

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 ; AH 111A , AH 111B . ART majors, Pre-Art BFA majors, Pre-Studio Art BA majors, and Pre-Art 3-D Media BFA majors only. Freshmen excluded.
    Techniques, materials, and concepts of enameling on metals. Introduction to tools and metalworking techniques associated with making enameled metal objects. Emphasis on exploration of characteristics of enamels and metals, stressing individual advancement of interest and expression.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 355A.
  

  • ART 356 - Jewelry Casting

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 181 ; AH 111A , AH 111B .  ART majors, Pre-Art BFA majors, Pre-Studio Art BA majors, and Pre-Art 3-D Media BFA majors only. Exclude Freshmen.
    Design and creation of jewelry through lost-wax casting techniques and processes. Exploration of wax-working techniques, mold making, found object casting, metal melting, and finishing techniques.

    Both grading options. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
  

  • ART 357A - Metals and Jewelry

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 ; AH 111A , AH 111B . ART majors, Pre-Art BFA majors, Pre-Studio Art BA majors, and Pre-Art 3-D Media BFA majors only. Exclude Freshmen. 
    Exploration of small-scale metal forming and techniques used in the creation of jewelry, sculptural forms, and utilitarian objects. Concepts and experiences are designed to familiarize the student with basic metalworking, joining, and finishing techniques.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 357B - Metal and Jewelry Design

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 ; AH 111A , AH 111B .  ART majors, Pre-Art BFA majors, Pre-Studio Art BA majors, and Pre-Art 3-D Media BFA majors only. Exclude Freshmen.
    Further exploration of small-scale metal forming and techniques used in the creation of jewelry, sculptural forms and utilitarian objects. With an emphasis on design methodology and fabrication techniques.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 358A - Metalsmithing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites:  ART 130 , ART 131 ; AH 111A , AH 111B . ART majors. Freshmen excluded.
    Introduction to large-scale metalsmithing processes, design concepts and techniques used in the creation of flatware and hollowware. Experiences are intended to familiarize the student with the design and creation of sculptural forms, vessels and utilitarian objects.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 358B - Intermediate Metalsmithing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 358A . ART majors. Freshmen excluded.
    Exploration and refinement of large-scale metalsmithing processes, design concepts and techniques used in the creation of flatware and hollowware. Students will design and create complex sculptural forms, vessels, and utilitarian objects.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 359A - Architectural Metalwork and Blacksmithing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130  and ART 131  and ART 181  and AH 111A  and AH 111B . Art majors only. Exclude freshman.
    Techniques, materials and concepts of metal craft for developing art forms in larger scale and in architectural context. Hot forging and fabricating with ferrous metals. Basic techniques of cutting, forming, joining welding and surface design of metals. Making of tools.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
  

  • ART 359B - Sculptural Metalwork

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130  and ART 131  and ART 181  and AH 111A  and AH 111B . Art majors only. Exclude freshman.
    Introduction to metalforming and construction techniques in the design and creation of sculptural form and composition in metal on an architectural scale.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
  

  • ART 360A - Sculpture/4D: Intermediate

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): ART 251A , ART 254 , ART 261 , ART 263 , or ART 328A ; and AH 111A  or AH 111B  and ART majors only. Or ART 263  and Sculpture/4D Minors. Exclude freshmen.
    Exploration of a broad range of sculptural techniques and approaches from traditional 3D media to installation, site-specific and time-based practices.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 360B - Sculpture/4D: Intermediate

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites:  ART 360A . Art majors. Exclude freshman.
    Exploration and refinement in a wide range of sculptural techniques and strategies. Introduction to installations and public work. Some work will be with time based kinetic art. Will include introduction to 3-D art theory.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 361 - Sculpture/4D: Observation

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART majors only. AH 111A , AH 111B ; ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 181 , ART 261 . Exclude freshmen.
    Historical, theoretical and technical emphasis on a range of approaches to observation-based art. Emphasis on figurative traditions, interpretive abstraction, in addition to considering the role of observational study in science and the broader social field. Non-medium specific.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 363A - Sculpture/4D: Fabrication Lab A

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s):  ART 131 ; AH 111A  or AH 111B . Art majors only. Or ART 263  and Sculpture/4D Minors only.  Exclude freshmen.
    Introduction to basic fabrication techniques, tools, building concepts and design principles using wood, metal and construction materials.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 363B - Sculpture/4D: Fabrication Lab B

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 ; AH 111A  or AH 111B  and ART majors only. Or ART 263  and Sculpture/4D minors only.  Exclude freshmen
    Exploration of advanced techniques in dimensional fabrication, from building in architectural scale to model making. Emphasis is on complex structures, installation building and formal issues related to traditional and construction materials.

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hrs. lab)
  

  • ART 363C - Digital Fabrication Lab

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 131 ; AH 111A  or AH 111B .  ART majors only. Or ART 263  and Sculpture/4D Minors only.  Freshmen excluded.
    Exploration of advanced computational software and hardware processes through additive and subtractive fabrication. Synthesis of a broad range of techniques with an emphasis on the production of artworks through 3D printing, 3D scanning, CNC milling, and laser cutting.​

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hrs. Lab)
  

  • ART 363D - Digital Fabrication Lab: CNC Machining

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 363C  or consent of instructor.
    Exploration of advanced digital fabrication software and hardware processes  focused on subtractive manufacturing using CNC (computer numerical control) machining techniques related to sculptural production.

    Letter Grade Only (A-F) Not repeatable for credit
  

  • ART 364 - Sculpture/4D: Electronics, Mechanics, Kinetics

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 ; AH 111A  or AH 111B .  ART majors only. Or ART 263  and Sculpture/4D Minors only.  Exclude Freshmen.
    Exploration of basic electronics, mechanics, microcontroller interface, and simple software coding for the creation of works of art. Consideration of form, movement, light, sound, behavior, and interactivity.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 365 - Media Design: Motion Graphics

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 223 , ART 321 . School of Art majors and Graphic Design minors only. Freshmen excluded.
    Learning the essentials of theory, practice, visual and verbal vocabulary of moving forms. Time, space, image and audio will be emphasized within the context of concept development and design aesthetics.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 386A.
  

  • ART 366 - Media Design: User-Centered Design

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 223 , ART 321 . School of Art majors and Graphic Design minors only. Exclude freshmen.
    Develop skills and principles to design for non-linear environments. Students learn how to conceptually, theoretically, and aesthetically design for the user experience: information progression, usability, and accessibility.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 367A - Sculpture/4D: Mold Making Lab

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 ; AH 111A  or AH 111B . Art majors. Or ART 263  and Sculpture/4D minors.  Exclude freshman.
    Technical and historical introduction to all forms of mold making: rubber molds, rigid molds, vacuum forming, life casting, in addition to covering a broad range of casting materials such as resins, foams and composites.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 367B - Bronze and Metal Casting: Foundry Lab

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: Studio Art majors and ART 131 ; AH 111A  or AH 111B .  Sculpture/4D Minors and ART 263.  Exclude freshmen.
    Large and small scale techniques in bronze and aluminum foundry casting using ceramic-shell, investment and sand casting. Course covers the full range in production techniques: mold making, wax working, gating systems, welding, finishing and patination.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab)
  

  • ART 369 - Axis: Woodturning and Metal Spinning

    3 units

    Prerequisites: ART 121 , ART 130 , ART 131 , or ART 254 , or consent of instructor.
    Introduction to the wood lathe, including concepts, tools and techniques relevant for making wood and metal objects and furniture applications: Spindle Turning, Bowl Turning, Vessels and Metal Spinning.

    Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hours activity) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
  

  • ART 370 - Printmaking

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: For ART majors and ART Pre-majors only: ART 130 , ART 181  and AH 111A  or AH 111B . For Printmaking minors only: ART 270 .  Exclude freshmen.
    Studio course exploring a range of printmaking techniques and imagery, selected from the areas of etching, lithography, silkscreen, relief and monoprinting.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 371A - Illustration 1

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 181 , ART 184 , ART 287 , AH 111A , AH 111B . ART majors, Pre-Art BFA major, Pre-Studio Art BA major, and Pre-Art Illustration BFA major only. Exclude Freshmen.

    Introduction to the discipline of illustration (commissioned art), emphasizing editorial illustration, providing insight into the illustrator’s role as visual dramatist and focusing on assignments exploring conceptual issues while developing technical skills (primarily black and white media).

    Letter grade only (A-F) Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 371B - Illustration 2

    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: ART 371A . For Biomedical Certificate: ART 130 , ART 181 , ART 184 .
    Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 223  or ART 291 , and ART 271  or ART 272 . For Biomedical Certificate: ART 271 .

    Continued study in illustration. Assignments explore conceptual issues while also developing technical skills. Emphasis on developing painting skills and understanding the use and function of color. ​

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 372 - Anatomy for Artists

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 131 , ART 181 , ART 184 ; AH 111A , AH 111B . For Biomedical Certificate: ART 130 , ART 181 , ART 184 .
    Skeletal and muscle structure emphasizing the development of skill in depicting the human figure.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 373 - Costumed Figure Drawing

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 371A ; AH 111A , AH 111B .
    Prerequisite/corequisite: ART 372 . Art majors only. Exclude freshmen.

    Drawing from costumed models with props and controlled lighting. Emphasis on development of “staging.” Manipulation of composition, light, shadow, value, color, proportion, and scale are explored to achieve mood, gesture, drama, and attitudes related to human reactions, situations and character.

    Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 374A - Biomedical Rendering

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 184 ; ART 287  or ART 371B ; or consent of instructor.
    Introduction to Medical and Scientific Illustration (commissioned art), providing insight into the illustrator’s role as visual dramatist, with emphasis on competency in rendering complex subjects. Assignments focus on biomedical content while developing technical skills.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
  

  • ART 374B - Biomedical Illustration

    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: ART 130 , ART 184 ; ART 287  or ART 371B ; or consent of instructor.
    Medical and Scientific Illustration study, emphasizing editorial illustration, as well as competency in rendering complex subjects; assignments promote exploration of conceptual issues while developing technical skills.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
 

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