Apr 27, 2024  
University Catalog 2013-2014 
    
University Catalog 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Anthropology (Undergraduate)

All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: ANTH 497

  
  • ANTH 454L - Special Topics in Anthropology


    (1–6)
    Prerequisites: As needed for specific topic. Topics of special interest in anthropology, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes.

  
  • ANTH 454P - Special Topics in Anthropology


    (1–6)
    Prerequisites: As needed for specific topic. Topics of special interest in anthropology, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes.

  
  • ANTH 459 - Human Osteology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ANTH 260 or BIOL 101 or 200A or consent of instructor. Introduction to the human skeleton and laboratory analysis of bone. Analyzing skeletal remains, determining age, sex, race, stature, pathology. Discussing human osteology in an anthropological context. Lecture 2 hours, Lab 4 hours.

  
  • ANTH 460 - Human Evolution


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ANTH 260. Critical examination of fossil evidence for human evolution considering importance of cultural evolution. Emphasizes recent discoveries and controversial theories surrounding them.

  
  • ANTH 462 - Human Ecology and Adaptation


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ANTH 260. Comparative study of the adaptations of diverse human populations to their environments.

  
  • ANTH 463 - Forensic Anthropology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor approval. Introduction to forensic anthropology, techniques for recovery of skeletonized remains, analyzing skeletal remains, time since death, special techniques including DNA, facial reconstruction and photo superimposition, legal aspects of forensic anthropology.

  
  • ANTH 466 - Paleopathology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ANTH 260 or BIOL 200A or BIOL 200B or permission of instructor. Examination of skeletal disease in archaeological populations, the impact of infectious disease on political and social systems and the intersection between modern medical anthropology and the study of ancient remains.

  
  • ANTH 470 - Language and Culture

    (also listed as ENGL 403)
    (4)
    Prerequisite: ANTH 250. Nature, origin, and evolution of language; survey of approaches and studies illustrating variations in the relation of habitual thought and behavior to language.

  
  • ANTH 471 - Introduction to Linguistics

    (also listed as ENGL 400)
    (4)
    Prerequisite: Upper division standing. Descriptive and historical study of language; problems of data collection and techniques of analysis, linguistic structure, language classification, language families of the world, language in its sociocultural setting.

  
  • ANTH 472 - Linguistic Analysis


    (4)
    Prerequisites: ANTH 471 (may be taken concurrently); 250 recommended. A problems course in anthropological techniques of phonemic and morphemic analysis; close reading of technical, descriptive literature; survey of phonological and grammatical systems of non-Indo-European languages.

  
  • ANTH 480 - Anthropological Methods and Techniques


    (6)
    Prerequisites: ANTH 250; instructor consent. Introduction to methodology of anthropological research, including methods of ethnographic investigation, ethnological analysis, and logical processes of problem-solving. Lecture 4 hours, laboratory and field work 6 hours.

  
  • ANTH 481 - Academic Writing and Publishing


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Upper division or graduate standing, satisfactory completion of the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR). Introduction to conceptualizing, writing, revising, and publishing academic essays, books, and reviews in the social sciences.

  
  • ANTH 485 - Archaeological Analysis


    (6)
    Prerequisites: ANTH 421 or 424 and consent of instructor. Introduction to the basic concepts, principles, goals, and methodologies of archaeological analysis and interpretation. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units for credit. Lecture 4 hours, laboratory 6 hours.

  
  • ANTH 497 - History of Ethnological Theory


    (4)
    Prerequisites: 16 units of anthropology and/or sociology, as approved by instructor. Historical survey and analysis of major schools of anthropological thought.

  
  • ANTH 499 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1–8)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Project selected in conference with sponsor before registration, progress meetings held regularly, and final report submitted. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.


Anthropology (Graduate)

All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by department and approval of graduate adviser: ANTH 497
Classified graduate standing is required for admission to all 500-level courses.

  
  • ANTH 501 - Seminar: Ethnography


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Graduate standing in a social science major, instructor consent. Selected topics in major world areas, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit to maximum of 8 units for different areas.

  
  • ANTH 510A - Seminar: Anthropological Theory and Analysis


    (4)
    Advanced consideration of problems involved in application of anthropological theory to cultural data; limitations of contemporary analytical methods.

  
  • ANTH 510B - Seminar: Anthropological Theory and Analysis


    (4)
    Advanced consideration of problems involved in application of anthropological theory to cultural data; limitations of contemporary analytical methods.

  
  • ANTH 520 - Seminar: Archaeology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ANTH 421, 424, or 425. Archaeological theory, method, and relationship of archaeological materials to central problems of anthropology. May be repeated once for credit.

  
  • ANTH 521 - Development of Archaeological Theory


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing or instructor consent. Presents advanced consideration of the development of archaeological theory from a historical perspective.

  
  • ANTH 530 - Seminar: Social Organization


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing in anthropology. Problems and theories of contemporary social anthropology. May be repeated once for credit.

  
  • ANTH 560 - Seminar: Physical Anthropology


    (4)
    Prerequisite ANTH 361 or 462. Problems and theories of contemporary physical anthropology. May be repeated once for credit.

  
  • ANTH 563 - Advanced Forensic Anthropology


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Graduate standing and ANTH 459 and ANTH 463 and/or instructor approval. Advanced topics in forensic anthropology, including recovery techniques, analyzing skeletal remains, time since death, special techniques, facial reconstruction and photo superimposition, legal aspects of forensic anthropology. Lecture 3 hours, activity 2 hours.

  
  • ANTH 564 - Forensic Osteology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ANTH 459, 463 and 563 or consent of instructor. Advanced forensic anthropological study of human skeletal system, including identification of skeletal fragments, preparation and curation of human remains and relevant federal and California laws pertaining to human remains. Lecture 2 hours, Activity 4 hours.

  
  • ANTH 565 - Bioarchaeol


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing or instructor approval. Interpretation of prehistoric and historic human remains for disease, stress, injury and violence. Demographic history of once-living populations. Legal and ethical issues in the field.

  
  • ANTH 570 - Seminar: Language and Culture


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Sixteen units of ANTH courses, including 470 or 471. Advanced study of concepts of language and culture; use of linguistic data and methods in anthropology; relationships between linguistic and nonlinguistic behavior; linguistic models. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • ANTH 580 - Methods in Ethnography


    (5)
    Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing in anthropology. Advanced principles and methods concerned with ethnographic field work; techniques of gathering, reporting, and interpreting field data relating to research problems and design. May be repeated once for credit. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory and field work 6 hours.

  
  • ANTH 594 - Seminar: Problems in Anthropology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Classified graduate standing in anthropology. Problems and theories of contemporary anthropology. May be repeated once for credit.

  
  • ANTH 596 - Comprehensive Examination


    (0)
    See the Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the Master’s Degree section of this chapter.

  
  • ANTH 598 - Graduate Directed Study


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Independent study of advanced topics in field; regular conferences with sponsor. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

  
  • ANTH 599 - Thesis


    (1–3)
    Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy, instructor consent to act as sponsor, departmental approval of thesis proposal prior to registration, completion of 24 units in their Master of Arts degree program as well as ANTH 481 and ANTH 510AB. Independent research resulting in a thesis. Must be repeated to total of 6 units. Graded CR/NC.


Applied and Advanced Studies in Education (Graduate)

Graduate Course

  
  • EDFN 551 - Action Research in Education


    (4)


      This course explores Action Research as a critical, action-oriented inquiry designed to link with strategies of the change process. The site for change can be a classroom, a work site, an institution, etc. Action research is seen as a way to explore questions that arise in your own practice and/or school; it is seen as a new approach to knowledge generation, professional development, transformational learning and educational change.

  
  • EDFN 650 - Research Seminar: Special Topics on Research Methods for Education


    (2*)
    Prerequisite: Admission to doctoral program or permission of instructor and Ed.D. program director. Research-oriented coverage of a single topic not contained in a regular course. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester units.
     

    * Semester units
     

  
  • EDFN 651 - Research Seminar: Special Topics in Educational Disciplines


    (2*)
    Prerequisite: Admission to doctoral program or permission of instructor and Ed.D. Program Director. Courses cover specific topics, current issues, and innovations related to an educational discipline that are not otherwise presented in a regular course. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester units.


    * Semester units
     

  
  • EDFN 699 - Doctoral Dissertation


    (3*)
    Prerequisite: Advancement to candidacy for Ed.D. degree. Continuous enrollment required while student is working on dissertation. May be repeated for credit. Graded Credit or No Credit.

     

    * Semester units


Art (Undergraduate)

* There is a special fee associated with registering for classes that carry this designation. Details appear in the Schedule of Classes.

Upper division standing is prerequisite to enrollment in all upper division art courses. Students majoring or minoring in Art must have completed applicable lower division core courses or equivalents; students in other fields must have instructor consent.

400-level Courses
*There is a special fee associated with registering for classes that carry this designation. Details appear in the Schedule of Classes. All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, ART 400, 401, 415, 499. (Art Education Option may apply ART 400)

  
  • ART 101A - World Art


    (4)
    Survey of historical development of painting, sculpture, and architecture throughout the world. Survey of the historical development of world art including painting, sculpture, and architecture from the Paleolithic period to approximately 1000 CE.

     C-ID   *ARTH 110

    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.


    GE C2

  
  • ART 101B - World Art


    (4)
    Survey of historical development of painting, sculpture, and architecture throughout the world. Survey of the historical development of world art including painting, sculpture and architecture from approximately 1000 CE to 1500 CE.

    GE C2
  
  • ART 101C - World Art


    (4)
    Survey of historical development of painting, sculpture, and architecture throughout the world. 101A: Survey of the historical development of world art including painting, sculpture, and architecture from the Paleolithic period to approximately 1000 CE. 101B: Survey of the historical development of world art including painting, sculpture and architecture from approximately 1000 CE to 1500 CE. 101C: Survey of the historical development of world art including painting, sculpture, and architecture from 1500 CE to the present.

     

     C-ID   *ARTH 120

    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

     

    GE C2

  
  • ART 103 - Two-Dimensional Art Fundamentals


    (4)
    Introduction to fundamental concepts, organizing principles and historical references of two-dimensional art. Studio projects develop a visual vocabulary of two-dimensional elements and relationships common to all forms of creative expression. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 106 - Apparel Construction I


    (3)
    Clothing construction techniques, with emphasis on application of principles. Activity 6 hours.

  
  • ART 108 - Apparel Construction II


    (3)
    Advanced processes of apparel construction and finishing. Application of couture techniques and methods. Activity 6 hours.

  
  • ART 109 - Three-Dimensional Art Fundamentals


    (4)
    Introduction to fundamental concepts and history of three-dimensional form, as found in nature, sculpture, design and architecture. Studio projects explore expressive potential of three-dimensional forms using various materials and methods. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours

  
  • ART 150 - Survey and Studio: Introduction to Sculpture


    (4)
    Human development and the arts as experienced through sculpture; history, forms, functions, cultural survey, interrelationships and symbolism correlated with personal exploration. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

     

    *C-ID   ARTS 240
    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

     

     

    GE C2

  
  • ART 152 * - Survey and Studio: Introduction to Ceramics


    (4)
    Human development and the arts as experienced through ceramics; history, forms, functions, cultural survey, interrelationships, and symbolism correlated with personal exploration. Students with disabilities unable to access the University ceramics lab in the Fine Arts building must request a reasonable accommodation from the Office for Students with Disabilities ideally two weeks in advance of the class start date. The Office for Students with Disabilities will coordinate with other University units to provide reasonable accommodations for students who require assistance, including but not limited to accessing the kilns, potter’s wheels, and sinks, plus providing any other equipment or assistance needed to participate in the class. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

     

    *C-ID   ARTS 230
    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

    GE C2

  
  • ART 155 - Survey and Studio: Introduction to Painting


    (4)
    Human development and the arts as experienced through painting; history, forms, functions, cultural survey, interrelationships, and symbolism correlated with personal exploration. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

     

    *C-ID   ARTS 210
    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

    GE C2

  
  • ART 156 - Survey & Studio: Textiles and Apparel


    (4)
    Human development and the arts as experienced through textiles and apparel; history, forms, functions, interrelationships, and symbolism correlated with personal exploration. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

    GE C2
  
  • ART 159 - Survey and Studio: Introduction to Drawing


    (4)
    Human development and the arts as experienced through drawing; history, forms, functions, cultural survey, interrelationships, and symbolism correlated with personal exploration. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

     

    *C-ID   ARTS 110
    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

    GE C2

  
  • ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics I


    (3)
    Introduction to and analysis of the uses of computer hardware and software in Art and Design; practical and creative applications. Activity 6 hours.

  
  • ART 181 - Introduction to Computer Graphics II


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Art 180. Introduction to and analysis of the uses of interactive design and motion graphics software in Art and Design, including practical and creative applications. Activity 6 hours.

  
  • ART 202 - Textile Structures


    (4)
    Introduction to fundamental concepts and techniques of fabric structure. Projects include exploration of basic woven and knit constructions. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 203 - Advanced Two-Dimensional Art Fundamentals


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 103. Advanced study of the fundamental concepts, principles, and historical references of two-dimensional art with an emphasis on the creative process and development of individual artistic expression. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 204 - Fashion Design: Flat Pattern I


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 106, 208, or instructor consent. Principles and techniques of pattern making, with emphasis on style development and fitting. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 206 - Fashion Merchandising Concepts


    (4)
    Concepts, principles, and overview of fashion merchandising.

  
  • ART 208 - Textiles


    (4)
    Fundamental study of fibers, yarns, fabrics, color, and finishes; emphasis on properties and performance in relation to selection, use, and care. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 209 - Perspectives on Art, Diversity, and World Culture


    (4)
    Understanding diversity, identity, and power through comparisons of the forms, symbols, and meanings of visual art produced by groups and/or individuals of various cultures. Some sections may include a service learning option.

    GE C2
  
  • ART 220 - Concept Development


    (3)
    Prerequisites: ART 103, 159. Introduction to the processes, tools, and theories related to the development of visual and conceptual ideas for graphic design and visual communication. Activity 6 hours.

     

  
  • ART 237 - History of Design


    (4)
    Historical survey of design and the design process, including an examination of artistic, cultural, social, and theoretical factors that influence design.

  
  • ART 240 - Art and Life Perspectives


    (4)
    Comparative analyses of indigenous, blended, and industrialized socio-cultural groups’ art forms and views of time, environment, birth, death, and ancestry, as these views are expressed through their visual art forms.

    GE E ; Approved diversity course
  
  • ART 244A - Introduction to Life Composition


    (2)
    Prerequisite: ART 159. Basic concepts of figure drawing and sculpting, exploration of form, structure, proportions of human figure; techniques as applied to visual expression. Activity 4 hours.

     

    *C-ID   ARTS 200
    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • ART 244B - Introduction to Life Composition


    (2)
    Prerequisite: ART 159. Basic concepts of figure drawing and sculpting, exploration of form, structure, proportions of human figure; techniques as applied to visual expression. Activity 4 hours.

     

    *C-ID   ARTS 200
    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • ART 244C - Introduction to Life Composition


    (2)
    Prerequisite: ART 159. Basic concepts of figure drawing and sculpting, exploration of form, structure, proportions of human figure; techniques as applied to visual expression. Activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 254 L - Special Topics in Art


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: As needed for specific topic. Current topics of special interest, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated to maximum of 9 units.

  
  • ART 254P - Special Topics in Art


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: As needed for specific topic. Current topics of special interest, as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated to maximum of 9 units.

  
  • Art 280 - World Animation History


    (4)
    Survey and analysis of diverse international animation practices, including the history, cultural influences and contemporary interpretations of animation.

  
  • ART 287* - Introduction to Photographic Processes


    (4)
    Basic principles of black and white photography: tools, materials, techniques, and philosophies of photography as an expressive medium. Recommended that students furnish their own cameras. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

     

    *C-ID   ARTS 260
    *The University course listed above articulates with any California Community College (CCC) course that is approved by the C-ID program and given the corresponding “C-ID Course” designation listed here. The articulation is one-way articulation, meaning the approved community college course will articulate for the indicated course credit at the four-year university. Articulation does NOT apply from the four-year institution to the community college or between the four-year institutions.

  
  • ART 302 - Social Aspects of Fashion


    (4)
    Prerequisite: GE social science requirement. Study of fashion from a sociological and psychological perspective with particular emphasis on the processes people use to associate apparel and appearance with certain meanings, and the social consequences of those meanings.

  
  • ART 303 - Three-Dimensional Design


    (4)
    Prerequisites: ART 103, 109, 203. Theoretical, historical, and functional study of three-dimensional design for creative development. Studio projects explore a variety of materials, processes and technologies. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 304 - Fashion Design: Flat Pattern II


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 204. Advanced fashion designing through the pattern methods. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 307* - Intermediate Ceramic Art


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 152 or consent of instructor. Intermediate level study of ceramic art concepts, processes, and history. Development of concepts and techniques to achieve individual expression. Students with disabilities unable to access the University ceramics lab in the Fine Arts building must request a reasonable accommodation from the Office for Students with Disabilities ideally two weeks in advance of the class start date. The Office for Students with Disabilities will coordinate with other University units to provide reasonable accommodations for students who require assistance, including but not limited to accessing the kilns, potter’s wheels, and sinks, plus providing any other equipment or assistance needed to participate in the class. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

  
  • ART 308 - Graphic Design I


    (4)
    Prerequisites: ART 180, 220, 333. Introduction to fundamental concepts of graphic design theory and practice including strategy, concept, design and production for visual communication. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 313 - Letterform


    (4)
    Prerequisites: ART 180, 203. Technical, theoretical and historical foundations of lettering and typographic form. Development of skills and methodology related to the professional use of letterforms in graphic communication. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 314 - Intermediate Sculpture


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 150 or consent of instructor. Continued examination and development of creative approaches in sculpture concepts and processes. Exploration of varied materials as used in individual expression. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

  
  • ART 316 - Foundations of Art


    (4)
    Exploration of historical and contemporary issues in the visual arts as related to philosophies, theories, and practices of teaching and learning in art. Includes field experiences. Lecture 3 1/2 hours; activity 1 hour.

  
  • ART 317 - Visual Arts in Urban Contexts


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Subjects (Block A) and one course from Block C. Explorations of visual arts in different urban contexts. Comparisons of diverse groups of artists, urban art forums, and processes of achieving recognition and legitimacy. May include service learning (optional).

    GE Theme D
  
  • ART 320 - Mesoamerican Civilization

    (also listed as ANTH/CHS/HIST/LAS 320)
    (4)
    This is an interdisciplinary course that critically examines Mesoamerica as a civilization, with an emphasis on art, archaeology, literature, and cultural history.

  
  • ART 322 - Interactive Design I


    (4)
    Prerequisites: ART 181, 203, 220. The study of computer-based interactive and graphic interface design, including the effective organization and communication of ideas and information. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 323 - Perspective Drawing


    (4)
    Study of perspective drawing and related methodologies to develop and communicate design concepts. Visualization of three-dimensional objects using one-point and two-point perspectives including shadows, slopes, and reflections. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 333 - Color Theory and Perception


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 203. Intensive study of color theory and color perception. Lectures and studio projects examine the aesthetic, practical, optical, psychological, symbolic, historical and cultural aspects of color. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 338 - Textile Design


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 103 or consent of instructor. Fundamental theories, concepts, and processes used for print textile design. Includes use of computer as a design tool. May include field trips. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 340 - Art Production Practicum


    (2)
    Requires permission from the department. Application of processes, technologies, and theories related to specific art/design activity. Limited to 2 units per quarter. Meets 8 hours per week or by assignment. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units for elective credit only. Graded ABC/NC

  
  • ART 356 - Written Expression in Visual Arts


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR). Study and practice in forms of writing pertaining to art including theory, criticism, and historical research and analysis.

  
  • ART 362 - Textile and Apparel Analysis


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Art 208. Basic principles of textile and apparel analysis and evaluation, manufacturing specifications and processes.

  
  • ART 364 - Intermediate Drawing


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 159 or consent of instructor. Historical study in composition with diversified subjects. Comprehensive drawings in line, value and shape. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 374 - Intermediate Painting


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 155. Continued study of history, styles and content in painting with emphasis on development of individual concepts. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 376 - Story and Visualization (4)


    Prerequisites: ART 103, ART 159. Introduction to visual storytelling and content development in preparation for animation projects. Research and exploration of visualization techniques, using imaginative approaches to develop character, narrative and storyboard creativity. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 377* - Intermediate Photography


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 287. Development of individual creative approaches and philosophies in photography as well as strengthening of controls and techniques of black and white processes. Camera recommended. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 378 - Art and Motion


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 280 Application of a variety of analog and digital animation approaches that focus on the essential art of time and movement. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 380 - Two-Dimensional Animation


    (4)
    Prerequisites: ART 180, ART 280, ART 378. Production of two-dimensional animated projects, using digital and drawing techniques, as well as other two-dimensional animation methods. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 381 - Experimental Animation (4)


    Prerequisites: ART 280, ART 378. Production and practice of non-narrative animation approaches and techniques, with a focus on animation that originates from color, texture; and material experimentation. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 382 - Computers in Fashion Merchandising


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Art 206. Introductory computer course. Computers in art and design. Applications for apparel manufacturing, retailing, and promotion which include descriptions, functions, visual problem solving, and computer technology in the global marketplace. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

  
  • ART 383 - Digital Modeling


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 180. Use of three-dimensional digital modeling methods to create sculptural content and objects interpreted from direct observation. Creative texturing, lighting and surfacing methods are explored. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 384 - Computers in Fashion Design


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Art 204. Introductory computer course. Computers in art and design. Manipulation and integration of two and three dimensional objects for problem solving using computer applications for apparel design. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

  
  • ART 386 - Computers in Textiles


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Art 208, Introductory computer course. Computers in art and design. Information and specific computer applications for the textiles industry, including weaving and knitting technology and surface design. May include field trips. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

  
  • ART 387* - Color Photography


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 377 or consent of instructor. Introduction to color films and papers; work with properties of color films and producing prints from color materials. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 388 - Illustration


    (4)
    Prerequisites: ART 159, 203, 244AB. Study of the theoretical, historical and practical aspects of illustration with an emphasis on composition and drawing and painting techniques using various media. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 390 - Art and Design in the Community


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor consent. Art and design in public places, the organization of public space and community identity. Participation in collaborative activities utilizing art and design skills in service to the community. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours.

  
  • ART 398 - Cooperative Education

    (see UNIV 398)
    (1–8)
    Cooperative Education

  
  • ART 400* - Elementary Classroom Visual Art


    (3)
    Exploration and integration of creative expression, artistic perception, historical-cultural contexts, and aesthetic valuing as components of teaching visual art in the elementary classroom. Meets four hours per week. Some sections include service learning.

     

    *There is a special fee associated with registering for classes that carry this designation. Details appear in the Schedule of Classes.

    All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, ART 400, 401, 499. (Art Education Option may apply ART 400)
     

  
  • ART 401 - Proseminar: Critical Theories in Visual Arts


    (3)
    Prerequisites: ART 101A or 101C; 426; senior standing as Art major or recommendation of department. Systematic approach to art theory, criticism, and evaluation within the visual arts; development of independent critical and artistic viewpoints with regard to creation of art forms.

  
  • ART 402 - Advanced Color Photography


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ART 387 or consent of instructor. Advanced techniques, theories, history of color photography; student production of comprehensive body of work utilizing color processes. Lecture 2 hours, activity 4 hours. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units.

 

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