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ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
Graphic Design

The Associate of Arts Degree in Graphic Design provides the career student with the basic and comprehensive tools of art and design foundations. With a solid academic structure from Crowder College, students can transfer to four-year institutions where bachelor’s degrees are offered in graphic design, digital media and computer arts. Elective courses should be determined by contacting the college and department to which students wish to transfer. The following program is suggested if students have not yet chosen the institution to which they plan to transfer following graduation.

 

 

 

 

Courses Included in Art & Design

 

ART & DESIGN
ART 101
Art Appreciation (3-0) 3 Credits
This course is a survey of major concepts in
the visual arts and their relation to the
societies that produced them. Art
Appreciation is an introduction to the history
of art, contemporary art, art theory,
artworks, media, and creative processes.
The student will develop an increased
appreciation for the visual arts, the usage of
media as a means of communication, and
the parallel relation to specific styles,
periods and cultures. This course partially
fulfills Humanities general education
requirements. (Required core for Art &
Design/Graphic Design majors.) (Fall-
Spring-SUMMER)

ART 103
Introduction to 2-D Design (2-4)
3 Credits
This comprehensive visual arts foundation
course introduces 2-D design theory. The
studio and lecture presents the elements of
composition, principles of organization and
color theory. Contemporary and historic
models of expression are explored with an
emphasis on creativity. (Required
prerequisite course for Art &
Design/Graphic Design majors) (Fall)

ART 104
Introduction to 3-D Design (2-4)
3 Credits
This comprehensive visual arts foundation
course introduces three-dimensional design
theory. The studio and lecture course
presents the elements of art and principles
of design as applicable to threedimensional
forms. The aesthetics of
contemporary and historic models of
expression are explored with an emphasis
on creativity. (Required core course for Art
& Design/Graphic Design majors.)
(Spring)

ART 105, 205
Topics in Art 3 Credits
Variable content, appropriate to student
needs, is included in this elective course.
Lectures and/or studio projects in the fields
of art history, computer art, design,
drawing, fibers, graphic design, ceramics,
sculpture, painting, and current art subjects
may be used. (This course may not be used
to fulfill a major in art requirement. Consult
the registration schedule for specific topics
when class is offered.) (Fall-Spring)

ART 106
Drawing I (2-4) 3 Credits
Drawing I is a beginning level, fundamental
art department course investigating a
variety of media, techniques and subjects.
The course explores perceptual and
descriptive possibilities with consideration
to drawing as a developmental process as
well as an end in itself. (Required core for
Art & Design/Graphic Design majors)
(Fall-Spring)

ART 107
Painting I (2-4) 3 Credits
Painting I highlights composition and visual
concepts through historical and
contemporary applications. Visual elements
and design principles are investigated in
directed studies, which include the still life,
landscape, portrait, abstract and nonobjective
concepts. Drawing and design
skills are emphasized. (Required core for
Art & Design majors.) (Prerequisite or corequisite
for Art & Design majors: ART 103)
(Fall-Spring)

ART 110
Ceramics I (2-4) 3 Credits
This course introduces Ceramics through
hand-built and wheel-thrown methods of
construction. Clay and glaze preparation,
construction techniques, and use of the
potter’s wheel are emphasized. The historic
and theoretic applications of clay design
and ceramics as a fine art medium are
explored through sculptural and functional
applications. (Required core for Art &
Design majors.) (Fall-Spring)

ART 111
Sculpture I (2-4) 3 Credits
Sculpture I introduces the fundamental
development of three-dimensional design
forms. Sculptural and environmental
relationships are explored. Expressive
concepts are encouraged with various
media and techniques. (Required core for
Art & Design majors.) (Fall-Spring)

ART 206
Drawing II (2-4) 3 Credits
Drawing II is an intermediate level
fundamental art and design course
investigating a variety of media, techniques
and subjects, exploring perceptual and
descriptive possibilities with consideration
of drawing as a developmental process as
well as an end in itself. (Prerequisite: ART
106 or permission of the instructor) (Spring)

ART 207
Painting II (2-4) 3 Credits
Painting is continued with more advanced
theories. Design problems include greater
visual and conceptual complexity. Individual
styles, personal drawing and painting
techniques are emphasized in directed
studies. Historical and contemporary
aesthetics are explored through lecture,
discussion and application. (Prerequisite:
ART 107 or permission of the instructor)
(Fall-Spring)

ART 210
Ceramics II (2-4) 3 Credits
A continuation of Ceramics I, this course is
offered to students who wish to continue
their studies in ceramics and fine art. An
advanced exploration of materials and
processes associated with clay, glaze, and
firing operations are emphasized. Students
Reading Level 1 is reading at least at the 10th grade level or have completed LOC 50.
Reading at the College Level is reading at least at the 12 grade level or have completed LOC 90.
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will develop their own concepts through
advanced studies in aesthetic, historical,
functional, and sculptural ceramic
applications. (Prerequisite: ART 110 or
permission of the instructor) (Fall-Spring)

ART 211
Sculpture II (2-4) 3 Credits
A continuation of sculptural form features
more advanced three-dimensional design
theories. Aesthetic mass and space
relationships utilize a wide range of
materials and techniques. (Prerequisite:
ART 111 or permission of instructor)
(Fall-Spring)

ART 215
Graphic Design I (3-0) 3 Credits
Graphic Design I is an introductory
course with an emphasis in computer
graphics and desktop publishing.
Students will utilize current graphic
design software to create electronic
illustrations. Graphic Design I focuses on
desktop publishing, page layout, type
and image applications. (Required core
for Graphic Design majors) (Fall-
Spring)

ART 216
Graphic Design II (3-0) 3 Credits
Graphic Design II is an introductory
computer graphics course with an
emphasis in digital image/photo editing
and web design. Students will utilize
current graphic design software to
create, alter, manage, and store digital
images and creative illustrations. Graphic
Design II includes the design/production
and layout skills necessary to generate
and maintain a web site. (Required core
for Graphic Design majors) (Fall-Spring)

 

Last Updated: July 20, 2009