ARTZ - Art: Visual Arts

ARTZ 105IA 2-Dimensional Design: 3 Credits (3 Lab)

(F, Sp, Su) The development of basic drawing skills and concepts through an emphasis on observation and visual problem-solving. Representation and expression are explored through black and white drawing media. Critiques develop student's ability to formulate and verbalize knowledgeable responses to visual production.

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Demonstrate an understanding of 2D composition and pictorial space construction through a series of observational drawings;
Develop technical skill in the use of black and white drawing media;
Demonstrate an understanding of two-dimensional composition and pictorial space construction through series of observational exercises and sustained drawings.\\n
Develop technical skills in the use of black and white and color drawing media.\\n
Demonstrate an ability to generate ideas and visual problem-solving strategies through a series of sequential drawing assignments utilizing various media and compositional processes.\\n
Speak and write critically about personal and peer artwork and propose thoughtful alternatives.\\n

ARTZ 109IA Visual Language: Comprehensive Foundation: 3 Credits (3 Lab)

(F, Sp, Su) The development of basic two-dimensional and three-dimensional technical and aesthetic concepts through an emphasis on design elements and principles. Visual problem-solving in 2D pictorial construction, 3D form and space, and color theory. Critiques develop student's ability to formulate and verbalize knowledgeable responses to visual production.

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Define and effectively manipulate the elements and principles of 2D and 3D design in order to create non-objective, abstract and representational compositions, including within a performance-based format. (Demonstrated through individual and collaborative assignments.) \\n
Speak and write critically about personal and peer artwork and propose thoughtful alternatives. (Demonstrated through written, verbal, and collaborative critiques.)\\n
Develop inventive concepts using various problem-solving techniques, such as divergent and convergent thinking, metaphor, and collaboration. (Demonstrated through problem generation, writing, problem solving [assignments], and the sketchbook/journal.)\\n
Demonstrate the structural, compositional and conceptual implications of basic 2D and 3D materials. (Demonstrated through assignments, sketchbook, and critiques.)

ARTZ 110RA Visual Language: Ideation and Creativity: 3 Credits (3 Lab)

(Sp, Su) Development and understanding of processes for ideation and creative thinking to generate questions and solutions. Develop basic abilities to interpret, recognize, construct, appreciate and negotiate information presented in the form of visible actions, images, objects and symbols, natural or human-made.

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Acquire and execute creative thinking methods and processes and develop an understanding of a cyclical process of design thinking to generate questions and solutions. (Demonstrated through individual and collaborative assignments.)
MSU CORE Designation: As a RA Core class, students are expected to develop their creative and intellectual potential through experiences in this class. In particular, the capstone assignment will require students to carry out an autonomous experience in the research and creative process and to generate a scholarly product, demonstrating an understanding of and the relationship between visual literacy and design thinking
Demonstrate emotional, symbolic and cognitive influences in perceptions of visuals. (Demonstrated through visual solutions, class discussions, and written and verbal critiques.
Develop basic abilities to interpret, recognize, construct, appreciate and negotiate information presented in the form of visible actions, images, objects and symbols, natural or human-made. (Demonstrated though visual assignments.
Comprehend representational, explanatory, abstract, and symbolic images. (Demonstrated through writing assignments, visual solutions, and class discussions.)
Develop inventive concepts using various problem-solving techniques, such as divergent and convergent thinking, metaphor, and collaboration. (Demonstrated through problem generation, writing, problem solving [assignments], sketchbook/journal, and personal method cards.)
Discuss and critically assess the strengths, weaknesses and innovative potential of proposals and works from peers. (Demonstrated though verbal and written critiques.)

ARTZ 207 Shop Pass: 1 Credits (1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Must be enrolled in a program in the School of Art or consent of instructor. The purpose of this course is to provide students with general shop etiquette, thorough safety demonstrations and the specific skill set required to create professional quality wooden frames and stretchers for paintings, drawings, prints, or other 2D wall hanging works. Once a student has successfully completed this course they will have access to the facility to continue to fabricate additional frames and stretchers for the duration of their MSU coursework. Art Department

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1. Students will apply knowledge and hand skills in woodworking to fabricate stretchers and frames relevant to various artistic practices.

2. Students will develop and demonstrate a working knowledge of safe and common practices for using woodshed tools.

During this class students will learn to use the following equipment safely and accurately: Pneumatic Brad Nail Gun, Table Saw, Panel Saw, Band Saw, Compound Miter Saw, Jointer, Planer, Edge Sander, Combination Sander, Hand-held Orbital Sander, measuring devices, and a variety of clamps.

ARTZ 210 Professional Practices: Careers in Art: 3 Credits (1 Lec, 2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 105IA, ARTZ 109IA, and ARTZ 110RA. (F) This course covers the initial development of visual portfolio, photographing and exhibiting artwork, artist statement, and other preparation for a career in the visual arts. Students will also be prepared for exhibition opportunities as well as for entry into other areas in professional creative fields

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Apply skills and knowledge to professionally photograph personal artworks and discern the quality of images for a professional portfolio.
Develop and demonstrate the ability to write and speak using appropriate language/terminology concerning biographical and artistic statements, as well ;as the philosophy and technical methods behind the student’s body of ;artwork; (iterative writings and presentations)
Demonstrate the necessary skills and best practices to develop and maintain a professional online presence;
Demonstrate an understanding of portfolio requirements of galleries, museums, institutions, and residencies through the development and integration of all of the components of a digital portfolio appropriate to their level.
Understand ethical and professional best practices in art.

ARTZ 211RA Drawing I: 4 Credits (4 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 109IA or ARTZ 109RA or ARTZ 105IA, and major/minor restricted. (F, Sp) Introduction to the basic vocabulary of drawing, observation, problem solving, and personal expression. Critiques develop student's ability to formulate and verbalize informed analysis of the completed projects

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Demonstrate an understanding of two-dimensional composition and pictorial space construction through series of observational exercises and sustained drawings.
Develop technical skills in the use of black and white and color drawing media.
Demonstrate an ability to generate ideas and visual problem-solving strategies through a series of sequential drawing assignments utilizing various media and compositional processes.
Speak and write critically about personal and peer artwork and propose thoughtful alternatives.

ARTZ 221 Painting I: 4 Credits (2 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 109IA or ARTZ 109RA or ARTZ 105IA and major/minor restricted. (F, Sp) Introduction to oil and/or acrylic painting. Exploration of basic aesthetic and technical concepts in painting. Primarily representational subject matter. Understanding and developing individual stylistic tendencies. Individual and group critiques

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Demonstrate facility with color theory and material handling as these apply to painting.\\n
Develop skills in visual composition and design.\\n
Gain an increasing awareness of historical and contemporary modes of painting and a critical vocabulary with which to respond to or adapt such trends in their own work\\n
Use personal aesthetic and conceptual motivations to aid in the development of a personal artistic “style”.\\n

ARTZ 231RA Ceramics I: 4 Credits (2 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 109IA for majors only. (F, Sp) Non Major sections- Students do not need prerequisite ARTZ 109IA. Contemporary ceramics - the history, development, and aesthetics of ceramic vessels and sculpture. The technical aspects of clay, glazes, and the firing of ceramic objects. Problem solving and the development of ideas

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Use basic ceramic construction techniques effectively;
Define and effectively manipulate basic elements and principles of ceramics;
Comprehend the structural, compositional and conceptual implications of clay;
Speak and write critically about personal and peer artwork and propose thoughtful alternatives;
Demonstrate knowledge of ceramic processes and historical and contemporary issues in ceramics.

ARTZ 251 Sculpture I: 4 Credits (2 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 109IA for majors only. (F, Sp) An introduction to the field of sculpture and extended media through projects involving found objects, woodworking, welding, and non-traditional materials. The course includes an introduction to tools, materials, processes and safety procedures with a conceptual approach to problem solving

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Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of 3D design as the basis for exploring the making of sculpture;
Develop technical skills in a wide array of techniques and materials, including wood, metal, and other materials;
Demonstrate an ability to generate ideas and visual problem-solving strategies through research, planning, drawing, and construction;
Apply safe studio and shop practices;
Develop awareness and understanding of the role of sculpture in historic and modern art and society;
Speak and write critically about personal and peer artwork and propose thoughtful alternatives.

ARTZ 261 Metals I: 4 Credits (2 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 109IA or ARTZ 109RA. (F, Sp) An introductory course in basic metalsmithing techniques and three-dimensional design skills. Students will work in non-ferrous metal to learn techniques including soldering, riveting, lapidary and stone setting. There is an emphasis on jewelry design, however, students are free to produce other functional or non-functional objects on a small scale. Assignments focus on a technique and a concept, and are evaluated on craftsmanship and aesthetics

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Identify and safely use basic metalsmithing tools and equipment\\n
Identify non-ferrous metal and its forms\\n
Fabricate jewelry and small sculpture using non-ferrous metal\\n
Identify and explain the construction of existing jewelry and small sculpture \\n
Evaluate the craftsmanship of jewelry and small sculpture\\n
Create and design meaningful artwork that is based on research\\n
Identify jewelers and sculptors in the field of metalsmithing

ARTZ 271 Printmaking I: 4 Credits (2 Lec, 4 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 109RA or ARTZ 109IA. (F, Sp) A beginning course in which multiple original prints are made from a variety of blocks and plates. Emphasis on relief and intaglio history and processes including woodcut, lino cut, engraving, etching, and aquatint

ARTZ 290R Undergraduate Research: 1-6 Credits (1-6 Other)

() As needed, rarely if ever needed. Directed undergraduate research which may culminate in a written work or other creative project. Course will address responsible conduct of research.
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

ARTZ 291 Special Topics: 1-4 Credits (1-4 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: None required but some may be determined necessary by each offering department. Offered as needed based on student demand. Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting a regular course number
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

ARTZ 292 Independent Study: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor and approval of the director. () Offered as needed based on student demand. Directed research and study on an individual basis
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

ARTZ 309IA Unleashing Scientific Innovation through Visual Communication: 4 Credits (4 Other)

PREREQUISITE: HONR 201US and HONR 202IH or HONR 301US. (F) Through this interdisciplinary course, students will explore creativity and innovation through Individual and group creative projects. Students will be afforded hands-on opportunities for original and innovative exploration, conceptualizing, creative problem solving, and critical thinking while developing a high level of understanding of the creative process across disciplines through the creation of art. The course will culminate in a public exhibition of the students’ creative works

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Develop a creative and collaborative mindset that will give rise to innovation and the expansion of knowledge in the students’ academic fields of interest.
Create a series of original works with conceptual and procedural relationships to one’s discipline of study.
Develop visual scientific literacy through collaborating and communicating with others while engaging in the creative process.
Express creative and innovative ideas and critical thinking through creative processes, oral presentations, and written communication.
Examine the impact of the visual representations on individuals, communities, and societies within one’s discipline of study.

ARTZ 312 Intermediate Drawing: 5 Credits (5 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 211RA. (F, Sp) Majors and minors only. Advanced technical and aesthetic concepts in drawing with emphasis on the development of a personal artistic style. Use of traditional and non-traditional subject matter. Individual and group critiques
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Pursue and develop an individual approach to personal work in drawing in an “expanded field”\\n
Gain an increasing aesthetic and technical vocabulary for the pursuit of visual art, with a particular emphasis on methods and materials related to drawing\\n
Engage in, and build capacities for, the critical assessment and critique of individual and peer work\\n

ARTZ 322 Intermediate Painting: 5 Credits (3 Lab, 2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 221. (F, Sp) Majors and minors only. Advanced technical and aesthetic concepts. Emphasis on the development of a personal artistic style. Use of traditional and non-traditional subject matter. Individual and group critiques
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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demonstrate a growing understanding of independent research goals and an individual approach to art-making.\\n
develop and demonstrate evolving technical skill in painting and related media\\n
develop and demonstrate increased critical awareness and capacity for in-depth critical assessment of individual work and the work of others.\\n
develop insight into the contemporary relevance and scope of painting\\n

ARTZ 323 Cezanne's Path: The Birth of Modernism: 5 Credits (5 Other)

() Offered as part of study abroad course, as needed. This interdisciplinary Painting and Art History course consists of (4) four-hour Painting and Art History workshops on campus, and 23 days in a field study program in France.

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Demonstrate basic to intermediate aesthetic and technical skills and concepts in painting-- composition, use of color, and the painted surface--translating representational subject matter and personal investigation into an innovative body of work
Synthesize visual and cultural observation in a personal response to the experience of exploring Cezanne’s path both in class and within the cultural milieu of Southern France
Demonstrate the ability to think, write and speak critically about the visual art that is experienced both in classroom instruction and on site in Paris and Southern France
Evaluate, select and curate work for an exhibition at the Waller-Yoblonsky Gallery in Fall, 2020

ARTZ 332 Intermediate Ceramics: 5 Credits (2 Lec, 3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 231RA. (F, Sp) Major and minors only. Intermediate level to develop skill and sensitivity working with ceramic material and processes including wheel throwing, casting, alternate forming techniques; clay and glaze research; kiln design and firing to create well-crafted clay objects considering historical, sculptural, and utilitarian issues
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Develop an intermediate skill level with forming techniques \\n
Develop methodologies for material testing\\n
Address meaningful presentation of your work\\n
Speak and write critically about personal and peer artworks and propose thoughtful alternatives\\n
Demonstrate knowledge of ceramic processes and historical and contemporary issues in ceramics\\n

ARTZ 352 Intermediate Sculpture: 5 Credits (2 Lec, 3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 251. (F, Sp) Majors and minors only. The course involved the further development of conceptual and technical problem solving skills within sculpture and extended media addressed through creative challenges. Students will be provided with advanced experiences with materials and methods within three-dimensional form making and the discipline as a whole
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Discuss concept, creative thinking, and problem solving in sculpture and the expanded field;
Demonstrate technical skills, and the growth of these skills since Sculpture 1 (ARTZ-251), in a wide array of techniques and materials, including wood, metal, plastics, found objects and other materials;
Demonstrate an ability to generate ideas and visual problem-solving strategies through research, planning, drawing, and construction;
Demonstrate the ability to clearly articulate and write critically about personal and peer artwork and propose thoughtful and well-informed alternative solutions.\\n
Apply a continued awareness of safe studio and shop practices;

ARTZ 357 Functional Design-Strategies for Fabricating Practical Objects: 5 Credits (3 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ-251 or by instructor approval. (Su) During the course students will have the opportunity to work on their level of craftsmanship, technique and skill set involving the creation of practical and functional objects. The course allows students to step back from conceptual concerns and focus on the necessary skills involved in making “clean” cuts, joints and design. The course is intended to help students develop their overall skill set in the shop environment thus giving them a solid introduction to advanced processes in the wood shop

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Learning Outcomes/Goals

a. Demonstrate stronger, safer and more informed techniques when using the equipment within the

facility.

b. Demonstrate numerosity by accurately measuring materials; confidently calculate material needs

for a project.

c. Apply new cut-list and production preparation skill sets.

d. Demonstrate, through assignments, understanding of angles and advancement in functional design

skills.

e. Wield joinery and fabrication techniques and be able to modify them for use in future projects.

f. Show an improvement in the student’s overall level of craft, demonstrated through assignments.

ARTZ 361 Metals II: 5 Credits (2 Lec, 3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 261. (F, Sp) Majors and minors only. An advanced course in metalsmithing that rotates through three different topics every three semesters: Raising and Forming; Casting; Surface. There is an emphasis on jewelry design, however, students are free to produce other functional or non-functional objects on a small scale. Assignments focus on a technique and a concept, and are evaluated on craftsmanship and aesthetics
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Identify and safely use various metalsmithing tools and equipment\\n
Fabricate jewelry and small sculpture using non-ferrous metal\\n
Identify and explain the construction of existing jewelry and small sculpture\\n
Evaluate the craftsmanship of jewelry and small sculpture\\n
Create and design meaningful artwork that tells a story\\n
Identify jewelers and sculptors in the field of metalsmithing

ARTZ 373 Intermediate Printmaking - Lithography: 5 Credits (2 Lec, 3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 271 and ARTZ 211RA. (Offered in rotation with other ARTZ 37X courses.) Major and minors only. Offered in rotation with other ARTZ 37X courses. An intermediate course in which multiple original prints are made from hand-drawn images on lithographic limestone, aluminum and polyester plates. Editioning in black and multi-color using crayon, tusche, transfer, and photo methods. The structure of the courses includes technical demonstrations, studio assignments, readings and critiques
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Demonstrate advanced techniques of black and white drawing, processing, and printing of a lithographic image from stone, aluminum, and polyester plate.
Produce a body of work which represents a growing knowledge of the materials and processes of the medium.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the history and critical development of lithography as an artistic medium.
Produce one research project and participate in field trips to local galleries and museums, as appropriate.

ARTZ 374 Intermediate Printmaking - Serigraphy: 5 Credits (2 Lec, 3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 271 and Consent of department. An intermediate course in which multiple original, multi-colored prints are made using various water-based silk-screen processes. Stencil techniques include paper, screen filler, drawing fluid, and photo. The structure of the courses includes technical demonstrations, studio assignments, readings and critiques
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 375 Intermediate Printmaking - Intaglio: 5 Credits (3 Lab, 2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 271 and Consent of department. () Offered in rotation with other ARTZ 37X courses. An intermediate course in which multiple original prints are made using engraved and/or etched copper, zinc, and/or plastic intaglio plates. Methods include spit bite, viscosity, a la poupee, multi plate color, collagraph, and chine colle'. The structure of the courses includes technical demonstrations, studio assignments, readings and critiques
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Students completing ARTZ 375 will :

1. explore and experiment in depth within the intaglio medium.
2. make a great print through development of technical and conceptual skills
3. attain excellence in craftsmanship and the consistency in editions
4. experiment, make mistakes, and fix them
5. create a supportive and respectful studio environment
6. study past printmakers' work and learn through them
7. get to know contemporary artist's work in printmaking

ARTZ 376 Intermediate Printmaking - Relief: 5 Credits (3 Lab, 2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 271 and Consent of department. () Offered in rotation with other ARTZ 37X courses. An intermediate course in which multiple original prints are made using wood and other relief plates. Methods include reductive and multi-plate color, shaped and found object, color overlay, split fountain, roller and brush inking, and various hand and press printing methods. The structure of the courses includes technical demonstrations, studio assignments, readings and critiques
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Students completing ARTZ 376 will:
1. become confident with relief printing techniques
2. create a strong and cohesive body of artwork
3. experiment, make mistakes, and resolve issues in any given assignment
4. work in a supportive and respectful studio environment
5. study past printmakers' work and learn through them
6. know contemporary artist's work in printmaking
7. get involved in a larger network of printmaker/artists through organizations, exchanges and exhibitions

ARTZ 379 Alternative Print Media: 5 Credits (5 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 271 and Consent of department. () Offered in rotation with other ARTZ 37X courses. An intermediate course in which students are offered a wide range of printing processes. These may include monotype, photo techniques, experimental lithography, large format printing, multimedia, and digital printmaking. The structure of the course includes technical demonstrations, studio assignments, readings and critiques
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
Demonstrate advanced interactions with the world of printmaking as artists, with techniques necessary to see printmaking as a concept that can incorporate alternative approaches;
Demonstrate a larger print vocabulary and a greater understanding of what it means to be a printmaker today.

ARTZ 399 Studio Arts Pre-Thesis: 2 Credits (2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Students must have completed a minimum of 15 credits in their major area of study (i.e
COREQUISITE: ARTZ 494 Undergraduate Seminar (2nd enrollment) The Studio Arts Pre-Thesis are credits in guided research with the goal of developing a robust plan of work for the Thesis project. (F, Sp) Painting, Metalsmithing, Sculpture, Ceramics, Drawing, Printmaking) before being eligible for enrollment in Pre-Thesis. This facilitates success in creating a Thesis project of high quality
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Repeatable up to 2 credits.

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This course is designed as a guided research structure designed to help students, under the guidance of a faculty adviser, to develop research and ideation questions for the creation of a sophisticated body of work during their Thesis projects to come. Upon completion of the Pre-Thesis, students must demonstrate their readiness to begin their Thesis capstone work through evidence such as artwork, written articulation in which research materials and sources are assimilated, and a proposed outline of work for their Thesis.

ARTZ 411 Guided Research- Drawing: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 312. (F, Sp) Course in which student will work on an individual basis with a faculty member in developing imagery and appropriate techniques in a particular area of drawing. Written, signed contract required prior to registering for this course
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 421 Guided Research- Painting: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 322. (F, Sp) Course in which student will work on an individual basis with a faculty member in developing imagery and appropriate techniques in a particular area of painting. Written, signed contract required prior to registering for this course
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 431 Guided Research- Ceramics: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 332. (F, Sp) Course in which student will work on an individual basis with a faculty member in developing imagery and appropriate techniques in a particular area of ceramics. Written, signed contract required prior to registering for this course
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 432 Kiln Building Intensive: 3-6 Credits (1-2 Lec, 2-4 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 231RA, or consent of the instructor. (Su) This course is for those interested in pursuing a career in the ceramic arts. The class will offer students the opportunity to learn the design, cost estimates, and construction process for building an essential tool for their work, a kiln
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

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To identify the best kiln design for personal need.
To develop an understanding of the costs involved with the necessary materials and equipment for kiln construction.
To demonstrate knowledge and confidence in basic kiln design and construction.

ARTZ 453 Guided Research- Sculpture: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 352. (F, Sp) Course in which student will work on an individual basis with a faculty member in developing imagery and appropriate techniques in a particular area of sculpture. Written, signed contract required prior to registering for this course
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 461 Guided Research-Metalsmithing: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 361. (F, Sp) Course in which student will work on an individual basis with a faculty member in developing imagery and appropriate techniques in a particular area of metalsmithing. Written, signed contract required prior to registering for this course
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 472 Guided Research- Printmaking: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Lab, 1-5 Other)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 373, ARTZ 374, ARTZ 376, ARTZ 375, or ARTZ 379. (F, Sp) Course in which student will work on an individual basis with a faculty member in developing imagery and appropriate techniques in a particular area of printmaking. Written, signed contract required prior to registering for this course
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 490R Undergraduate Research: 1-5 Credits (1 Other)

Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate in a research paper, journal article, or undergraduate thesis. Course will address responsible conduct of research.
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

ARTZ 491 Special Topics: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Lab)

Offered as needed based on student demand.
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

ARTZ 492 Independent Study: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, consent of instructor, and approval of the director. () Offered as needed based on student demand. Directed research and study on an individual basis
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

ARTZ 494 Undergraduate Seminar: 3 Credits (1 Lab, 2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: If studio arts majors, students must be of junior standing, and have successfully passed the BFA portfolio review. (F, Sp) A weekly platform for critical and creative discussion in which students will study selected critical and/or philosophical readings while engaging in the production of studio work independently, in the media and formal framework that is appropriate to their work
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

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Demonstrate skills in written and verbal communication
Apply skills in the critical analysis of artwork as well as assigned texts
Synthesize research to reflect a vibrant practice in contemporary studio arts, demonstrated through presentation and discussion.

ARTZ 498 Internship: 2-12 Credits (2-12 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Junior standing, consent of instructor, and approval of the director. (F, Sp) An individualized assignment arranged with an agency, business, or other organization to provide guided experience in the field
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

ARTZ 499R Senior Thesis: Studio: 3 Credits (3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: ARTZ 399. (F, Sp) Senior capstone course. Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate in a research paper, undergraduate thesis paper, or undergraduate thesis exhibition. Graphic design students must take this course in the spring. Course will address responsible conduct of research

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Demonstrate effective communication skills with faculty, fellow students, and the general public.
Act as thinkers and problem solvers to construct and execute an appropriate research process in order to frame and propose a solution for an open-ended research problem in studio art that meets disciplinary standards.
Deploy evidence from primary and secondary sources to understand and frame a problem and to offer potential research solutions by incorporating newfound evidence into a revised understanding of a specialized field within the discipline of art. \\n
Deliver findings according to the standards of the discipline and of scholarly presentation
Consider and understand the perspectives of multiple historical stakeholders in organizing art practices in the present day.
Synthesize knowledge of myriad periods and geographic areas of art making in the study of a specialized topic of the maker’s choosing.

ARTZ 500 MFA Caucus: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Other)

PREREQUISITES: MUST BE ENROLLED AS A STUDENT WITHIN THE SCHOOL OF ART MFA PROGRAM
COREQUISITES: MUST BE ENROLLED AS A STUDENT WITHIN THE SCHOOL OF ART MFA PROGRAM. Caucus is a seminar style course involving reading, writing analytical responses to, and constructive discussion around a selection of critical essays of topics including but not limited to: Philosophy, Art Historical, Aesthetic Theory, Cognitive Theoretical texts hereafter referred to as the Caucus Reader. Additional course content include addressing business related to the program when necessary, providing feedback to fellow graduate student’s as it pertains to pre-thesis and thesis drafts, orientations, and research as it pertains to bringing writing regarding your own practice to the table for discussion. Faculty and third year graduate students will alternate Wednesday nights as Caucus
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Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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1. Activation - Students will be challenged to recall and demonstrate (through class

discussions and writing assignments) prior knowledge and past learning or personal

experiences to be applied to what should be newly learned.

2. Problem centered authentic application - Students will need to assimilate prior knowledge

and past learning or personal experiences with new knowledge and will be asked to

demonstrate (through class discussion, writing assignments, quizzes and exams) their level

of understanding on relevant real-world tasks or problems, including a series of discussions

or writing assignments that progress from explaining basic fabrication techniques to more advanced applications.

3. Demonstration - greater learning is achieved and demonstrated when new knowledge is

provided in the context of real-world issues, The knowledge is enhanced when it adheres to

research-based principles of learning. Assigned research and writing experiences in this

course satisfies this principle of instruction and allows the instructor to evaluate the depth

of learning.

4. Application - Students learn more when they apply old and new knowledge and past

learning or personal experiences to solve real-world issues and receive feedback and

guidance during the application. Assigned research and writing experiences in conjunction

with field trip activities will allow students to demonstrate the level at which the course

learning outcomes are being met.

5. Integration - Students learn more when they are encouraged to integrate their new

knowledge through reflection, discussion, debate, and/or presentation of new knowledge.

Students in this course will be asked to regularly reflect on their own performance on

quizzes, exams and writing assignments, discuss reading assignments and supplemental

reading material and lecture material, debate the topics of discussion, and demonstrate

their level of understanding by explaining timely topics during class.

* (Merrill, M.D.,2002, First principles of instruction. Educational Technology Research and Development, 50[3) ,43-59.).

ARTZ 505 Painting: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing and acceptance in MFA program. (F, Sp) Course in which the student will work on an individual basis with a faculty member in developing imagery and appropriate techniques in a particular area of painting
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Ability to Research: This should address the studentâ€™s ability to research influences on their work, methodologies of production, cultural and critical thinking relevant to informing their practice, "the student's ability (via research) to reference other artists and styles." Etc.

Awareness of Historical & Contemporary Practices: This should address their awareness of histories of representation that their work sitâ€™s within, similar contemporary practices that their work aligns with,

Assimilation of Source Materials: This relates to how the student assimilates source materials into their practice, i.e., photography as source material into printmaking, drawing, painting. Found materials integrated into their work. Body of sketches assimilated into their painting etc.

Development of Ideas: How well developed is the ideas evidenced through the production of their studio work, also possibly evidenced through a history of experimentation, risk taking in their studio practice.

Practical Skills: This addresses how articulate they are with the specific mediums they are using, and how appropriate their medium is to the articulation of their ideas.

Critical Awareness of Own Practice: What is the critical context they place their work or practice within, how well do they understand this? This is often evidenced through artist statements or discourse within crits.

Organizational Skills: Time management of their projects, creation of a time line, planning, arranging materials, facilities, etc.

Communication and Presentation Skills: How articulate is the student about their work, how well do they understand their practice and their work. Evidence through artist statements, group critiques and one-one tutorials.

Finishing and installation of work, evidenced through exhibitions, performances, and installation. How appropriate is the stabilization of the final work, remember meaning is derived through context, how appropriate is the contextualization of the final work. The final art work needs to be able to function autonomously.

ARTZ 515 Ceramics: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

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Ability to Research: This should address the studentâ€™s ability to research influences on their work, methodologies of production, cultural and critical thinking relevant to informing their practice, "the student's ability (via research) to reference other artists and styles." Etc.

Awareness of Historical & Contemporary Practices: This should address their awareness of histories of representation that their work sitâ€™s within, similar contemporary practices that their work aligns with,

Assimilation of Source Materials: This relates to how the student assimilates source materials into their practice, i.e., photography as source material into printmaking, drawing, painting. Found materials integrated into their work. Body of sketches assimilated into their painting etc.

Development of Ideas: How well developed is the ideas evidenced through the production of their studio work, also possibly evidenced through a history of experimentation, risk taking in their studio practice.

Practical Skills: This addresses how articulate they are with the specific mediums they are using, and how appropriate their medium is to the articulation of their ideas.

Critical Awareness of Own Practice: What is the critical context they place their work or practice within, how well do they understand this? This is often evidenced through artist statements or discourse within crits.

Organizational Skills: Time management of their projects, creation of a time line, planning, arranging materials, facilities, etc.

Communication and Presentation Skills: How articulate is the student about their work, how well do they understand their practice and their work. Evidence through artist statements, group critiques and one-one tutorials.

Finishing and installation of work, evidenced through exhibitions, performances, and installation. How appropriate is the stabilization of the final work, remember meaning is derived through context, how appropriate is the contextualization of the final work. The final art work needs to be able to function autonomously.

ARTZ 524 Metalsmithing: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

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Ability to Research: This should address the student's ability to research influences on their work, methodologies of production, cultural and critical thinking relevant to informing their practice, "the student's ability (via research) to reference other artists and styles." Etc.

Awareness of Historical & Contemporary Practices: This should address their awareness of histories of representation that their work sits within, similar contemporary practices that their work aligns with,

Assimilation of Source Materials: This relates to how the student assimilates source materials into their practice, i.e., photography as source material into printmaking, drawing, painting. Found materials integrated into their work. Body of sketches assimilated into their painting etc.

Development of Ideas: How well developed is the ideas evidenced through the production of their studio work, also possibly evidenced through a history of experimentation, risk taking in their studio practice.

Practical Skills: This addresses how articulate they are with the specific mediums they are using, and how appropriate their medium is to the articulation of their ideas.

Critical Awareness of Own Practice: What is the critical context they place their work or practice within, how well do they understand this? This is often evidenced through artist statements or discourse within crits.

Organizational Skills: Time management of their projects, creation of a time line, planning, arranging materials, facilities, etc.

Communication and Presentation Skills: How articulate is the student about their work, how well do they understand their practice and their work. Evidence through artist statements, group critiques and one-one tutorials.

Finishing and installation of work, evidenced through exhibitions, performances, and installation. How appropriate is the stabilization of the final work, remember meaning is derived through context, how appropriate is the contextualization of the final work. The final art work needs to be able to function autonomously.

ARTZ 526 Drawing: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

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Ability to Research: This should address the student's ability to research influences on their work, methodologies of production, cultural and critical thinking relevant to informing their practice, "the student's ability (via research) to reference other artists and styles." Etc.

Awareness of Historical & Contemporary Practices: This should address their awareness of histories of representation that their work sits within, similar contemporary practices that their work aligns with,

Assimilation of Source Materials: This relates to how the student assimilates source materials into their practice, i.e., photography as source material into printmaking, drawing, painting. Found materials integrated into their work. Body of sketches assimilated into their painting etc.

Development of Ideas: How well developed is the ideas evidenced through the production of their studio work, also possibly evidenced through a history of experimentation, risk taking in their studio practice.

Practical Skills: This addresses how articulate they are with the specific mediums they are using, and how appropriate their medium is to the articulation of their ideas.

Critical Awareness of Own Practice: What is the critical context they place their work or practice within, how well do they understand this? This is often evidenced through artist statements or discourse within crits.

Organizational Skills: Time management of their projects, creation of a time line, planning, arranging materials, facilities, etc.

Communication and Presentation Skills: How articulate is the student about their work, how well do they understand their practice and their work. Evidence through artist statements, group critiques and one-one tutorials.

Finishing and installation of work, evidenced through exhibitions, performances, and installation. How appropriate is the stabilization of the final work, remember meaning is derived through context, how appropriate is the contextualization of the final work. The final art work needs to be able to function autonomously.

ARTZ 527 Printmaking: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

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Ability to Research: This should address the student's ability to research influences on their work, methodologies of production, cultural and critical thinking relevant to informing their practice, "the student's ability (via research) to reference other artists and styles." Etc.

Awareness of Historical & Contemporary Practices: This should address their awareness of histories of representation that their work sits within, similar contemporary practices that their work aligns with,

Assimilation of Source Materials: This relates to how the student assimilates source materials into their practice, i.e., photography as source material into printmaking, drawing, painting. Found materials integrated into their work. Body of sketches assimilated into their painting etc.

Development of Ideas: How well developed is the ideas evidenced through the production of their studio work, also possibly evidenced through a history of experimentation, risk taking in their studio practice.

Practical Skills: This addresses how articulate they are with the specific mediums they are using, and how appropriate their medium is to the articulation of their ideas.

Critical Awareness of Own Practice: What is the critical context they place their work or practice within, how well do they understand this? This is often evidenced through artist statements or discourse within crits.

Organizational Skills: Time management of their projects, creation of a time line, planning, arranging materials, facilities, etc.

Communication and Presentation Skills: How articulate is the student about their work, how well do they understand their practice and their work. Evidence through artist statements, group critiques and one-one tutorials.

Finishing and installation of work, evidenced through exhibitions, performances, and installation. How appropriate is the stabilization of the final work, remember meaning is derived through context, how appropriate is the contextualization of the final work. The final art work needs to be able to function autonomously.

ARTZ 529 Sculpture: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

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Ability to Research: This should address the student's ability to research influences on their work, methodologies of production, cultural and critical thinking relevant to informing their practice, "the student's ability (via research) to reference other artists and styles." Etc.

Awareness of Historical & Contemporary Practices: This should address their awareness of histories of representation that their work sits within, similar contemporary practices that their work aligns with,

Assimilation of Source Materials: This relates to how the student assimilates source materials into their practice, i.e., photography as source material into printmaking, drawing, painting. Found materials integrated into their work. Body of sketches assimilated into their painting etc.

Development of Ideas: How well developed is the ideas evidenced through the production of their studio work, also possibly evidenced through a history of experimentation, risk taking in their studio practice.

Practical Skills: This addresses how articulate they are with the specific mediums they are using, and how appropriate their medium is to the articulation of their ideas.

Critical Awareness of Own Practice: What is the critical context they place their work or practice within, how well do they understand this? This is often evidenced through artist statements or discourse within crits.

Organizational Skills: Time management of their projects, creation of a time line, planning, arranging materials, facilities, etc.

Communication and Presentation Skills: How articulate is the student about their work, how well do they understand their practice and their work. Evidence through artist statements, group critiques and one-one tutorials.

Finishing and installation of work, evidenced through exhibitions, performances, and installation. How appropriate is the stabilization of the final work, remember meaning is derived through context, how appropriate is the contextualization of the final work. The final art work needs to be able to function autonomously.

ARTZ 530 Intermedia: 1-5 Credits (1-5 Other)

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Ability to Research: This should address the student's ability to research influences on their work, methodologies of production, cultural and critical thinking relevant to informing their practice, "the student's ability (via research) to reference other artists and styles." Etc.

Awareness of Historical & Contemporary Practices: This should address their awareness of histories of representation that their work sits within, similar contemporary practices that their work aligns with,

Assimilation of Source Materials: This relates to how the student assimilates source materials into their practice, i.e., photography as source material into printmaking, drawing, painting. Found materials integrated into their work. Body of sketches assimilated into their painting etc.

Development of Ideas: How well developed is the ideas evidenced through the production of their studio work, also possibly evidenced through a history of experimentation, risk taking in their studio practice.

Practical Skills: This addresses how articulate they are with the specific mediums they are using, and how appropriate their medium is to the articulation of their ideas.

Critical Awareness of Own Practice: What is the critical context they place their work or practice within, how well do they understand this? This is often evidenced through artist statements or discourse within crits.

Organizational Skills: Time management of their projects, creation of a time line, planning, arranging materials, facilities, etc.

Communication and Presentation Skills: How articulate is the student about their work, how well do they understand their practice and their work. Evidence through artist statements, group critiques and one-one tutorials.

Finishing and installation of work, evidenced through exhibitions, performances, and installation. How appropriate is the stabilization of the final work, remember meaning is derived through context, how appropriate is the contextualization of the final work. The final art work needs to be able to function autonomously.

ARTZ 575 Professional Paper and Project: 1-4 Credits (1-4 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing. () Offered as needed based on student demand. A research or professional paper or project dealing with a topic in the field. The topic must have been mutually agreed upon by the student and his or her major adviser and graduate committee
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

ARTZ 588 Professional Development: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, teaching experience and/or current employment in a school organization, consent of instructor and Dean of Graduate Studies. () Offered as needed based on student demand. Courses offered on a one-time basis to fulfill professional development needs of in service educators. A specific focus is given to each course which is appropriately subtitled
Repeatable up to 3 credits.

ARTZ 589 Graduate Consultation: 3 Credits (3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Master's standing and approval of the Dean of Graduate Studies. This course may be used only by students who have completed all of their course work (and thesis, if on a thesis plan) but who need additional faculty or staff time or help

ARTZ 590 Master's Thesis: 1-10 Credits (1-10 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Master's standing
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

ARTZ 591 Special Topics: 1-4 Credits (1-4 Lec)

Repeatable up to 12 credits.

ARTZ 592 Independent Study: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, consent of instructor, and Dean of Graduate Studies. Directed research and study on an individual basis
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

ARTZ 594 Seminar: 1 Credits (1 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing and acceptance in MFA program. Topics offered at the graduate level which are not covered in regular courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material
Repeatable up to 5 credits.