170 ART 2830. Directed Readings (1-3) F, S Individually chosen readings on specialized topics supervised by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. ART 2890. 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: Instructor approval (before enrollment) and previous or concurrent enrollment in art classes as specified by each area of emphasis. ART 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will be determined by the department. ART 3120. Figure Drawing (3) F, S Study of the anatomical structure of the human body. The student, by means of drawing from the model, explores literal and experimental interpretation of form. Prerequisites: ART 1110 and ART 1120; or consent of instructor. ART 3150. Photography Seminar (3) F, S This course is designed to introduce students early to the type of intense investigation and experimentation necessary to define and execute a semester long project in photography. Other topics covered will be an introdudion to professional medium-format cameras, fine-tuning silver-based photographic printings and improving ability in critical discourse and writing. Prerequisite: ART 2150. ART 3200. Intermediate Printmaking (3) 5 An intermediate level class with emphasis on screenprinting, relief, and intaglio with further exploration into print processes that include photographic stendls and multicolor printing. Prerequisites: ART 1120 and 2200; or consent of instructor. ART 3310. Intermediate Handbuilt Ceramics (3) F Intermediate problems in handbuilt ceramics with emphasis on functional and sculptural form. Various firing techniques explored. Prerequisites: ART 1130 and 2310; or consent of instmdor. ART 3320. Intermediate Wheelthrown Ceramics (3) 5 Intermediate problems in wheelthrowing with emphasis on functional form and surface decoration. Kilns and various firing techniques explored. Prerequisites: ART 1130 and 2310; or consent of instructor. ART 3350. Small Metals/Jewelry II (3) F, S Development of design concepts and procedures with emphasis on basic techniques and concept development in fabrication, casting, enameling, cold connectors, surface enrichment. Prerequisite: ART 2350 or consent of instructor. ART 3420A. Bitmap Imaging (1) Su Emphasis on the principle of bitmap imaging using industry-standard software. This course builds on studies in basic two-dimensional design and provides the conceptual and technical foundation for more advanced work in color photography, graphic design, illustration, web-based and other digital medial. Primary software: Adobe Photoshop. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instmctor. ART 3420B. Vector Drawing (1) 5m Emphasis on vector drawing as applied to problems in art and design. This course builds on studies in basic two-dimensional design and provides the conceptual and technical foundation for more advanced work in graphic design, animation, 3D modeling, and web design. Primary software: Adobe Illustrator. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instmdor. ART 3420C. Digital Page Composition (1) Su Emphasis on the principles of layout using industry-standard software tools. This course builds on studies in basic two-dimensional design and provides the conceptual and technical foundation for more advanced work in typography and graphic design. Primary software: Quark Express. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instructor. ART 3420D. Design for the Internet (1) F, S Emphasis on the principles of web design using industry-standard software. This course builds in studies in basic two-dimensional design and provides the conceptual and technical foundation for more advanced work in digital media and web design. Primary software: Macromedia Dreamweaver. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instructor. ART 3430. Typography and Publication Design (3) F Orientation to typographic communications including methods and processes, aesthetics, readability, typographic systems, grids, layout, and digital page composition. Class meets 2 times/week for 3-hour sessions. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instructor. ART 3435. Experimental Typography (3) S Investigation into experimental and expressive aspects of typographic communication. Emphasis is placed upon the historical development of letter design, letter and text as visual form, and typographical illustration. Prerequisite: ART 1120 ART 3440. Visual Communication (3) 5 Studies in perception, visual organization, media, design process, and integrated message formulation with word and image. Emphasis is placed on the application of visual language skills to communication problems. Class meets 2 times/week for 3-hour sessions. Prerequisites: ART 3430 or ART 3435 or consent of instructor. ART 3450. Design History and Theory (3) F Historical and theoretical perspectives for the visual communication majors including a survey of critical historical movements and figures, practical studies in semiotics and rhetoric, and contemporary theory and media. Course contents are explored through reading, writing, lecture, discussion, and studio projects. Prerequisites: ART 3430 or ART 3435 or consent of instmdor. ART 3460. Illustration (3) F, S Introduction to theory, methods, tools and materials, and the professional practice of illustration. Emphasis is placed on concept development, media exploration and technique as applied to a variety of problems in pidorial communication. Prerequisites: ART 1110 and ART 1120 or consent of instructor. ART 3510. Art Methods Sc Resources for Secondary Teachers (3) F Experiences with the various art processes, tools, and media available and appropriate to teaching secondary school art, including audio and visual instructional resources, and examination of approaches to teaching. Requires at least 10 hours of observation/ partidpation with a variety of populations and educational situations. Prerequisites: Completion of Level One Program, College of Education, or permission of Instructor; Art Teaching Majors should have completed 40 credit hours; Minors must have completed 12 credit hours. This course must be taken before student teaching ART 3550. Photography: View Camera Techniques (3) F (odd years) The theory, aesthetics, and techniques of photographic image making with the view camera. Students will learn the operation of Weber State University 2008 - 2009 Catalog