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ARTAssociate in Arts for Transfer Degree Requirements: The Associate in(Studio Art A.A. for Transfer Degree continued)Arts in Studio Art Degree for Transfer for Transfer (AA-T) degree maybe obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with aminimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis describedin the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental GeneralEducation Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State UniversityGeneral Education-Breadth Requirements.Student Learning OutcomesUpon completion of this program, the student will be able to: differentiate major historical movements and developmentsin the visual arts.compose or design works of art that utilize a combination oftechnique, materials, visual ideas, and experiences.construct and document an initial portfolio of artworks forprofessional presentation.critique artworks using correct terminology related toconcepts, materials, and techniques.evaluate form, image, and artistic creation of visual artworksfrom different traditions, cultures, and civilizations.Freelance Photography CertificateThis certificate provides training for beginning careers infreelance photography. Topics include basic skills necessaryfor entry level photography positions or small studiobusinesses in photography.Student Learning OutcomesCareer OpportunitiesIndividuals with four-year degrees in art may be placed inthe K-12 educational field as well as in museums and galleriesas registrars, preparators, and curatorial staff. Individualsmay also work as fine artists, graphic artists or designers,illustrators, computer artists, and other commercial worksuch as freelance photographers. Advanced degrees in artmay lead to careers as educators at the college or universitylevel, art directors, art editors, curators, conservators,and restorers for museums and galleries.Requirements for Degree27 UnitsDrawing and Composition I.3ART 300ART 320Design: Fundamentals (3).3or ARTNM 310 Design: Fundamentals (3)Three Dimensional Design.3ART 370ARTH 308Renaissance Tradition in Art.3Modern Art.3ARTH 310ARTH 302Art: Stone Age Through the Middle Ages (3).3or ARTH 322 Art History of the Non-Western World (3)A minimum of 9 units from the following:. 9Select three courses, each from a different category below.Drawing:ART 302Drawing and Composition II (3)Figure Drawing I (3)ART 304ART 305Figure Drawing II (3)ART 312Portrait Drawing (3)Color Theory:ART 323Design: Color Theory (3)Painting:ART 327Painting I (3)Watercolor Painting (3)ART 336Printmaking:Printmaking: Survey (3)ART 361Sculpture:Sculpture (3)ART 372Applied Design:Metal Design: Emphasis In Fabrication (3)ART 383ART 384Metal Design: Emphasis In Casting (3)Ceramics:ART 390Ceramics (3)Photography:Basic Art Photography (3)ARTPH 300Digital Photography (3)ARTPH 305Other Media:Artists’ Materials and Techniques (3)ART 440American River College Catalog 2016-2017Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to: select appropriate digital and film camera equipment andsoftware for a given client-based shooting assignmentsutilize a variety of studio lighting techniques for fine artphotography or commercial photographyevaluate digital and film photographs for aesthetic qualitycompare and contrast historical works of art as they relateto an overall formal assessment of photographydesign and create photographic compositions using theprinciples of visual organization: unity, balance,harmony-variety, rhythm, pattern, proportion/scale,movement and economydevelop portfolios of photographs for specific clientsorganize a work flow for storing and editing photographsapply design knowledge and skill in the use of photo editingon the computerdevelop a plan for launching a career in freelance photographyCareer OpportunitiesJob opportunities include, but are not limited to, studioassistant, studio photographer, freelance photographer,editorial photographer, stock photographer, and photolab manager.See losrios.edu/gainful-emp-info/gedt.php?major 011026C01for Gainful Employment Disclosure.Requirements for Certificate30 UnitsART 320Design: Fundamentals . 3ARTH 300Introduction to Art .3ARTNM 328 Beginning Digital Photo Imagery (3).3or ARTPH 315 Trends in Software and Social Mediafor Photographers (3)ARTPH 300Basic Art Photography (3).3or ARTPH 340 Alternative Process Photography (3)ARTPH 305Digital Photography. 3ARTPH 310Intermediate Photography.3ARTPH 322Color Photography.3ARTPH 370Fashion, Wedding, and Portrait Photography (3).3or ARTPH 350 Documentary Photography (3)ARTPH 360Studio Lighting. 3ARTPH 375Freelance Photography Careers. 2ARTPH 376Photography Lab: Portfolio Development .1118

Sculpture CertificateThis certificate provides training for beginning careers inmetal fabrication and sculpture. Topics include the basicskills necessary for entry-level fabrication positions or smallstudio businesses in sculpture.Student Learning OutcomesUpon completion of this program, the student will be able to: analyze compositional principles as they apply to threedimensional form and space.create sculpture utilizing basic traditional and contemporarytechniques.demonstrate the proper and safe use of a gas forge, the anvil,and other related metal working equipment.demonstrate blacksmith techniques such as punching,twisting, drawing out, and upsetting.utilize tools and technology such as forms, molds, crucible,melting furnace, and metal pouring equipment.describe the proper technique for applying patinas.evaluate blue print drawings as they relate to foundry casting.define the properties of sculptural form and space.demonstrate creative abilities.generate sculpture(s) based on a variety of source material.cite traditional and non-traditional metal working techniquesas they apply to three-dimensional functional and nonfunctional art forms.express creativity through a process of conception, design,execution, finish, and presentation.Requirements for Certificate12 UnitsART 370Three Dimensional Design.3ART 372Sculpture.3ART 375Figure Sculpture.3A minimum of 3 units from the following:. 3ART 373ART 376Intermediate Sculpture (3)Functional Sculpture (3)ArtART 300Drawing and Composition I3 UnitsCourse Family: Drawing Fundamentals (see page 36 - limitation onactive participatory courses)Advisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 ANDENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1Course Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces observational drawing and composition.Development of the ability to perceive and define shape, contour,volume, space, and value using a variety of drawing mediaand subject matter is emphasized. It focuses on the clarity ofobservational skills and the ability to translate three-dimensionalform and space into two-dimensional drawings. Field trips may berequired. (C-ID ARTS 110)ART 302Drawing and Composition II3 UnitsART 304Figure Drawing I3 UnitsART 305Figure Drawing II3 UnitsART 306Facial Expression and Anatomy3 UnitsART 312Portrait Drawing3 UnitsCourse Family: Drawing Fundamentals (see page 36 - limitation onactive participatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 300 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course further develops the skills and concepts introducedin ART 300. Relationships between formal elements such as line,shape, color, texture, value, perspective, and spatial relationshipsare covered. Emphasis is placed on creative use of materials. It alsoincludes critiques of student, historical, and contemporary works ofart. Field trips may be required. (C-ID ARTS 205)Course Family: Figure Studies (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 300 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces and explores the human structure basedon the history and traditions of the human figure in art. Skillsare developed by critically analyzing, drawing, and composingthe undraped figure in a representational manner from directobservation. A variety of media are introduced in the exploration ofthe human form. Field trips may be required. (C-ID ARTS 200)Course Family: Figure Studies (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 304 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: ART 312Course Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course continues the study of the human figure in art as begunin ART 304. The pursuit of more complex strategies and skillsare developed by critically analyzing, drawing, and composing theundraped figure. The use of color tools and the development ofpersonal style are emphasized. Field trips may be required.Same As: ARTNM 320Prerequisite: ART 300 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: ART 304Course Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course covers human facial expression and anatomy using livemodels, anatomical references and imagination. Issues of expressionas it relates to skeletal and muscular anatomy will be addressedthrough a series of 2D and 3D projects. Not open to students whohave taken ARTNM 320.Prerequisite: ART 300 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: ART 304General Education: AA/AS Area ICourse Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces the study of the human image in portraiture.Emphasis is on developing the skills needed to portray specificindividuals rather than a generalized image of people. Included arethe history and traditions of portraiture, the use of color media, andthe development of personal style. Field trips may be required.119American River College Catalog 2016-2017ARTDEPARTMENT CERTIFICATE

ARTART 314Introduction to Illustration3 UnitsART 317Character Design3 UnitsCourse Family: Applied Drawing (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Same As: ARTNM 370Prerequisite: ART 300 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course is a survey of the history of illustration, defining areasof specialization and the illustrator’s role in visual communication.The appropriate use of materials, tools and methods is evaluated.Illustration is analyzed as a method of visual problem solving througha series of projects with varied applications. This course is not opento students who have taken ARTNM 370.Course Family: Applied Drawing (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Same As: ARTNM 372Prerequisite: ART 302 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: ART 304 and ARTNM 302Course Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces the visual development of charactersincluding anatomical structure, environment, social andpsychological concerns, and costume. Both digital and traditionalmedia are applied. This course covers the graphical development ofcharacters for animation, games, comics, graphic novels, children’sbooks, and illustrated novels.ART 320Design: Fundamentals3 UnitsSame As: ARTNM 310Advisory: ENGWR 102 and ENGRD 116; OR ESLR 320 andESLW 320General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1Course Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course focuses on the fundamentals of design, establishinga foundation for intermediate and advanced art courses as well asdeveloping a visual and verbal vocabulary essential to understandingand appreciating art and design esthetics. Design principles areapplied through a series of studio projects that are derived from thestudy of both historical schools of art as well as contemporary theory.The elements of line, shape, form, spatial relationships, value andcolor are analyzed in concert with their use by artists throughouthistory. Projects utilize a wide range of tools, media, and presentationtechniques. This course is not open to students who have completedARTNM 310. (C-ID ARTS 100)ART 323Design: Color Theory3 UnitsPrerequisite: ART 320 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course studies the principles, theories, and application ofadditive and subtractive color in two dimensions. Included is the useof color systems found in major historical and contemporary artisticstyles. A portfolio of design projects in applied color systems isrequired. Field trips may be required. (C-ID ARTS 270)American River College Catalog 2016-2017ART 324Collage and Assemblage3 UnitsART 327Painting I3 UnitsART 328Painting II3 UnitsART 329Painting III3 UnitsART 330Mural Painting3 UnitsAdvisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 ANDENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1Course Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course investigates the creation of artworks using the techniqueof collage and assemblage (the process of assembling and adheringdiverse materials and found objects onto another surface).The history of collage and assemblage and basic design theories areintroduced. Development of a personal visual style is encouraged.Field trips may be required.Course Family: Painting (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 300 or 320 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces basic techniques and materials of painting.It includes the survey of historical and contemporary developmentof painting with emphasis on perceptual and technical skills, such as,color theory, paint mixing and technique, and creative responses tomaterials and subject matter. Field trips may be required.(C-ID ARTS 210)Course Family: Painting (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 327 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course expands on the basic painting techniques and materialsintroduced in ART 327. It encourages the development of artisticstyle and general and specific criticism found in the history ofpainting. Field trips may be required.Course Family: Painting (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 327 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course further develops the skills and concepts introduced inART 327. Included is the survey of historical and contemporarystyles in painting as this pertains to the development of individualstyle and self expression. Topics may include; post-modernexpression, such as image and text; mixed-media; and combiningvaried styles and techniques within a single artwork. Field trips maybe required.Prerequisite: ART 300 or 320 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: ART 327 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course provides a survey of mural painting as a public art form.It introduces the historical use of mural painting and examines theprocess of creating a mural painting by analyzing a site, researching,planning, and executing murals in public spaces, and workingcollaboratively with others. Field trips may be required to execute thework on location.120

Watercolor Painting3 UnitsART 371Foundry Casting for Sculpture3 UnitsART 337Intermediate Watercolor Painting3 UnitsART 372Sculpture3 UnitsART 339Integrating Digital Media withTraditional Media I3 UnitsART 373Intermediate Sculpture3 UnitsART 374Sculpture LabART 375Figure SculptureCourse Family: Painting (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 300 or 320 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces painting with aqueous media and techniques,including watercolor, gouache, and acrylic. It emphasizes historicaland contemporary development, technical skill, color relationship(s),and self-expression using aqueous media in painting. Different artistsand topics are covered each semester. Field trips may be required.Course Family: Sculpture (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Course Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces the techniques, metallurgy, and practiceof casting bronze and aluminum for sculpture using the sandmolding method. Emphasis is placed on historical examples, design,techniques, vocabulary, and safety. Patterns are utilized directly withsand to create sculptures in metal. Different artists and topics arecovered each semester.Course Family: Painting (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Prerequisite: ART 336 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course continues the study of the aqueous medium inpainting begun in ART 336. More complex methods, concepts,varying approaches, and techniques using the aqueous medium aredeveloped. Personal style is emphasized. Field trips may be required.Course Family: Sculpture (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Advisory: ENGWR 102 and ENGRD 116 with a grade of “C”or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of “C” or better.General Education: CSU Area C1Course Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis is an introductory course in sculpture. It covers expressive useof form, color, and various sculptural methods, such as additive andsubtractive media using clay and plaster, and constructive medialike wood and steel; found objects and other materials may also beexplored. This course utilizes a problem-solving format in orderto develop knowledge of technical process, formal vocabulary, andindividual expression. Both historical and contemporary approaches indeveloping form and content are included. Field trips may be required.Same As: ARTNM 331General Education: AA/AS Area ICourse Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course combines the materials and techniques used in both newmedia technology and traditional art practices. It explores a widevariety of ideas, tools, and resources. Topics include history, theory,and practice surrounding digital and traditional image generation,image manipulation, image transfer, and material exploration.The course emphasizes developing unique forms of portfolio qualityprojects demonstrating new approaches and methods of integratingdigital media with traditional media forms. This course is notavailable to students who have taken ARTNM 331.ART 361Printmaking: Survey3 UnitsCourse Family: Printmaking (see page 36 - limitation on activeparticipatory courses)Course Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course covers various printmaking techniques, including but notlimited to: relief printing, (wood, linoleum, collagraph, and rubber);monotype; stencil and/or silkscreen printing; and repetitive stencilprinting. Each semester, different artists and/or visual examples arediscussed. Field trips may be required. (C-ID ARTS 220)ART 370Three Dimensional Design3 UnitsAdvisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 ANDENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.General Education: CSU Area C1Course Transferable to UC/CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis f

ART 304 Figure Drawing I (3) ART 305 Figure Drawing II (3) ART 306 Facial Expression and Anatomy (3) ART 312 Portrait Drawing (3) ART 314 Introduction to Illustration (3) ART 323 Design: Color Theory (3) ART 324 Collage and Assemblage (3) ART 327 Painting I (3) ART 328 Painting II (3) ART 329 Painting III (3)