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3-Dimensional Art

The following courses address various areas of 3-Dimensional art, which include Sculpture, Ceramics, and Metals and Jewelry.

The graph indicates whether courses are required or elective for each of the various degree tracks. Click on any course number to see an outline of the Goals and Objectives for that course.

ARTSTDIO 251 - Ceramics I
ARTSTDIO 271 - Metals I
ARTSTDIO 272 - Metals II
ARTSTDIO 352 - Ceramics II
ARTSTDIO 341 - Sculpture I
ARTSTDIO 342 - Sculpture II
ARTSTDIO 343 - Sculpture III
ARTSTDIO 353 - Ceramics III
ARTSTDIO 373 - Metals III
ARTSTDIO 444 - Sculpture IV
ARTSTDIO 445 - Sculpture V
ARTSTDIO 454 - Ceramics IV
ARTSTDIO 455 - Ceramics V
ARTSTDIO 456 - Technical Ceramics
ARTSTDIO 474 - Metals IV
ARTSTDIO 475 - Metals V
ARTSTDIO 490 - Art Workshop
ARTSTDIO 491 - Travel Study
ARTSTDIO 492 - Internship
ARTSTDIO 496 - Special Topics
ARTSTDIO 498 - Independent Study


Courses in 3-Dimensional Art


Ceramics Courses

ARTSTDIO 251     CERAMICS I     3 credits
A course designed to give the student the opportunity to explore handbuilding in slab, coil and other techniques; wheel throwing will be introduced as a basic means of pottery development. Work with a variety of glazing techniques will be stressed.
ARTSTDIO 352     CERAMICS II     3 credits
A continuation of ARTSTDIO 251 with emphasis on individual direction to develop a deeper understanding of art and art processes. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 251.
ARTSTDIO 353     CERAMICS III     3 credits
Arranged for the student as indicated by the student's own interest and abilities. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 352.
ARTSTDIO 454/654     CERAMICS IV     3 credits
Advanced studio experience in ceramics. Prereq: 9 credits in ceramics or consent of instructor.
ARTSTDIO 455/655     CERAMICS V: RESEARCH     3 credits
A highly specialized course offering directed studio research in a specific creative problem related to ceramics. Prereq: 9 credits in ceramics or consent of instructor.
ARTSTDIO 456/656     TECHNICAL STUDY IN CERAMICS     3 credits
Exploration of technical concerns within ceramics. Emphasis on clay composition and analysis, glaze calculation and formulation, study of ceramic minerals, kiln design, construction and operation. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 352.

Metals and Jewelry Courses

ARTSTDIO 271     METAL AND JEWELRY I     3 credits
Exploration into creating jewelry and small sculpture from brass, copper, bronze, and silver. This course is designed for both art majors and non-art majors.
ARTSTDIO 272     METAL AND JEWELRY II     3 credits
Continued exploration into the creation of jewelry and small sculpture from metal. Emphasis is on conceptual and technical achievement. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 271.
ARTSTDIO 373     METAL AND JEWELRY III     3 credits
This course emphasizes more complex construction and statements in the creation of jewelry and small sculpture from metal. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 272.
ARTSTDIO 474/674     METAL AND JEWELRY IV     3 credits
An advanced course emphasizing design and creation of objects, both wearable and sculptural. Sophisticated technical skills will be explored with and emphasis on contemporary concepts. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 373.
ARTSTDIO 475/675     METAL AND JEWELRY V: RESEARCH     3 credits
A highly specialized course offering directed research in a specific creative problem related to metals and jewelry. Assignments will be made that further students conceptual direction. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 474.

Sculpture Courses

ARTSTDIO 341     SCULPTURE I     3 credits
An introduction to the disciplines associated with the techniques, media and aesthetics of sculpture. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 103.
ARTSTDIO 342     SCULPTURE II     3 credits
A continuation of ARTSTDIO 341 with emphasis on individual direction. The intent is to develop a deeper meaning of art and art processes. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 341.
ARTSTDIO 343     SCULPTURE III     3 credits
Arranged for the student as indicated by the student's own interest and abilities. The student is encouraged to work toward a high degree of competency and enlightenment. Prereq: ARTSTDIO 342.
ARTSTDIO 444/644     SCULPTURE IV     3 credits
Advanced studio experience in sculpture. Prereq: 9 credits in sculpture.
ARTSTDIO 445/645     SCULPTURE V: RESEARCH     3 credits
A highly specialized course offering directed studio research in a specific problem related to sculpture. Prereq: 9 credits in sculpture.

Additional Courses

ARTSTDIO 490/690     ART WORKSHOP     1-3 credits
Repeatable. Prereq: Permission of the Workshop Director.
ARTSTDIO 491     TRAVEL STUDY     1-3 credits
Repeatable
ARTSTDIO 492     FIELD INTERNSHIP IN ART     1-3 credits
Internship involving professional experience under the supervision of selected business and/or institutional personnel within student's area of emphasis. Departmental approval required for application. May be retaken to maximum of 6 credits in degree and major. Prereq: 9 credits and 3.00 GPA in area of emphasis and consent and placement by the Department and 2nd term Junior Standing.
ARTSTDIO 496/696     SPECIAL STUDIES     3-4 credits
Repeatable. Prereq: Consent of instructor.
ARTSTDIO 498     INDEPENDENT STUDIES     1-6 credits
Repeatable for a maximum of six credits in major/degree. Prereq: Cons instr.