154 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, reportorial, scientific, advertising, and instructional problems in pictorial communication. Prerequisite: Art 3460 or consent of instructor. Art *4540. Weaving III (3) F, S Advanced weaves on 8-hamess looms, mixed media projects, natural dyeing, painted warps, and basketry. Prerequisite: Art 3540 or consent of instructor. Art *4550. Commercial Photography (3) S (even years) The design and production of a professional quality photographic portfolio for use in seeking employment in commercial photography. Studio lighting, digital medial and new technology, business practices, freelance photography, and other employment opportunities will be explored. Prerequisite: Art 3150 and Art 3750 or consent of instructor. Art *4600. Painting III (3) 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 *4650. Watercolor Painting III (3) F An advanced class in watercolor painting emphasizing focused personal direction, independent exploration and research, lively critique participation, and refinement of technical and conceptual skills. Prerequisite: Art 3650 or consent of instructor. Art *4700. Sculpture III (3) S 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 (oddyears) 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 and Art 3750. Art 4830. Directed Readings (1-3) F, S Individually chosen readings on specialized topic supervised by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. Art *4850. Senior Level Photography Seminar (3) S An intensive project and discussion-oriented course. Emphasis will be on development of ideas, portfolio preparation, fine-tuning technique, and critical evaluation. Prerequisite: Art 3150, Art 3990, senior level photography major or consent of instructor. Art 4890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-2, 6 maximum) F, S An opportunity for students to receive academic credit for faculty approved on-the-job learning experiences within certain visual arts areas of emphasis. C/NC only. Prerequisites: By instructor approval only and previous or concurrent enrollment in art classes as specified by each area of emphasis. Art 4900. Individual Studies (1-3) F, S Individual studies in selected areas of emphasis. Open to juniors and seniors by instructor approval only. Art 4920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-3) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific tide with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. Art 4930. Teaching Assistantship Experience (2) Designed for students who wish to gain teaching experience for graduate school. By observation and participation with the instructor, students will learn how a basic art course is designed and taught. Prerequisites: Student must be in the B.F.A or 55-57 Hour art program and have instructor consent. Art 4990. B.F.A. Seminar (3) S Emphasis on portfolio preparation and professional writing skills pertinent to the completion of the B.F.A Thesis Exhibit and future career applications. Students work on the development and synthesis of ideas, and fine tune relevant artistic and critical evaluation skills. During this course students will be required to produce new work for the B.F.A Thesis Exhibit. Prerequisite: Senior level student who has been accepted into the B.FA program. *May be repeated for credit 3 times. Weber State University 2004 - 2005 Catalog