182 management, curation and interpretation, and arts administration. The course meets two time a week for a three hour session. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. ART *4110. Advanced Drawing (3) S Continued drawing exploration in various media with emphasis on focused personal direction, independent serial work, presentation of assigned research into related contemporary work, active participation in the critique process. Prerequisite: ART 3120 or consent of instructor. ART *4120. Advanced Figure Drawing (3) F Advanced study of the structure of the human body with a greater stress on draftsmanship, historical uses of the figure in art, and individual explorations. Prerequisite: ART 3120 or consent of instructor. ART *4150. Photography: Alternative Processes (3) 5 Studio assignments are based on photographic alternatives to the silverprint. Historical references and perspectives provide the context for supervised studio/computer/assignments. Prerequisites: ART 3150 and ART 1140 or consent of instructor. ART *4200. Advanced Printmaking (3) 5 An advanced level class in printmaking with emphasis on screenprinting, relief, intaglio, and/or lithography. Emphasis on individual portfolio production. Prerequisite: ART 3200 or consent of instructor. ART *4300. Ceramic Glaze Formulation (3) 5 (even years) Using natural and manufactured raw materials to create ceramic glazes. Understanding traditional glaze chemistry and calculations (using atomic symbols and weights). Exploring sources of glaze color and texture, and the effects of temperature and kiln atmosphere on ceramic glazes. Prerequisites: ART 3310 or 3320 or consent of instructor. ART *4310. Advanced Handbuilt Ceramics (3) F, S Advanced problems in ceramic design and construction using traditional and contemporary handbuilding (nonwheel) techniques with an emphasis on aesthetics. Individual projects to be determined by consultation with instructor. Kiln operation. Prerequisite: ART 3310 or consent of instructor. ART *4320. Advanced Wheelthrown Ceramics (3) F, S Advanced problems in ceramic design creating wheelthrown forms with an emphasis on aesthetics. Individual project to be determined by consultation with instructor. Kiln operation. Prerequisite: ART 3320 or consent of instructor. ART *4350. Small Metals/Jewelry III (3) F, S Development of advanced design concepts and procedures with emphasis on basic techniques and concept development in fabrication, casting, enameling, cold connectors, and surface enrichment. Prerequisite: ART 3350 or consent of instructor. ART *4400. Advanced Graphic Design (3) F, S Application of design theory and process to complex problems in visual communication. Emphasis is placed on research, analysis, problem definition, and the development of individual design solutions. Studio projects vary each term and will generally involve visual identity, indormation design, environmental graphics, publication design, and design for interactive media. Prerequisites: ART 3430, ART 3435 and ART 3440 or consent of instructor. ART 4410. Design Seminar (3) S Orientation to professional practice in visual communication including art direction and work situations, client relations, portfolio and resume preparation, self promotion, and career advancement. Course contents will be explored through reading, writing, lecture, discussion, critique, simulation, guest presentations, studio visits, and project work tailored to individual portfolio development. Prerequisite: ART 4400 or consent of instructor. ART 4415. Design Production (3) Technical processes and procedures for Art Major, Visual Communi cation emphasis. Emphasis is placed on file preparation and technical procedures for electronic media and for offset printing including proofing methods, paper, binding and other finishing processes. Prerequisites: ART 3430 and ART 3435 or consent of instructor. ART *4420. Advanced Digital Media (3) 5 Students will further develop personal expression in the visual arts using computer media through aesthetic problem solving and further development of digital media skills. There will be an emphasis on strengthening the students' ability to work independently while supplying the necessary feedback from the interaction of a class. Prerequisites: ART 3420A, ART 3420B, ART 3420C, ART 3420D, or consent of instructor. ART *4440. Interactive Media (3) F Students in this class will create interactive media products using the computer. Topics covered include the exploration of aesthetics of using animation, hypertext, graphics, 3D rendering and video in conjunction with sound to develop effective interactive visual communication. Prerequisites: ART 3420A, ART 3420B, ART 3420D or consent of instructor. ART *4460. Advanced Illustration (3) F, S Development of individual approaches to advanced problems in illustration. Emphasis is placed on the formulation of visual metaphor, articulation of form, and on professional practices. Studio projects vary each term and will generally involve editorial, reporto- rial, scientific, advertising, and instructional problems in pictorial communi cation. Prerequisite: ART 3460 or consent of instructor. ART *4550. Photography: Studio Lighting (3) S This is a practical course that enables students to better control and use light and lighting in their work. Students will be introduced to a range of artificial light sources and lighting techniques to be used as a means of creative control. Work will center in the studio where controlled conditions and a directorial approach can yield the artist's intent. Prerequisite: ART 3150 or consent of instructor. ART *4600. Painting III (3) F, S Emphasis on developing independence in the painting student and to provide an opportunity for them to pursue their own area of interest in painting while providing the necessary feedback from the interaction of a class. Prerequisite: ART 3600 or consent of instructor. ART *4660. Special Topics in Photography (3) 5 (even years) A study of specific topics in photography, the subject and faculty change each time this course is offered. Example topics include "Documentary Photography," "Visual Books," "Video Art," and "Directed Visions." Prerequisite: ART 3150 or consent of instructor. ART *4700. Sculpture III (3) 5 Advanced individual problems in selected areas of concentration; research and development of conceptual, technical, and methodological concerns. Prerequisite: ART 3700 or consent of instructor. ART *4750. Experimental Photography (3) F (even years) Experimental photographic alternatives to the traditional methods of photographic image making. Emphasis will be placed on using the camera, darkroom techniques and digital and emerging technology in ways that will give the students the mind-set and ability to push the limits of the medium. Prerequisite: ART 3150. Weber State University 2010-2011 Catalog