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ARTS 103 - Three-Dimensional Design


PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in or ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing  and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College  or ENGL 095 - Integrated Reading and Writing , or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading & Writing  
PROGRAM: Fine Arts
CREDIT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 1
LAB HOURS: 2
STUDIO: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

An introductory course into the thought processes and manual skills needed in three-dimensional design. Basic techniques and creative processes will be explored through expressive use and exploration of a variety of materials and techniques. Critical thinking, problem-solving and manual techniques will be emphasized equally.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: To provide the student with the knowledge and skills to:

  1. Translate two-dimensional designs into three-dimensional forms.
  2. Demonstrate manipulation of a basic variety of materials such as plastic, wood, metals, and clay.
  3. Use basic tools for cutting, filing, sanding, and finishing.
  4. Use creative and visual problem-solving skills.
  5. Generate ideas using notes and thumbnails.
  6. Explore historical and contemporary relationship and content in regards to three-dimensional and sculptural works.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

Composition

Problem solving

Elements of design

Prototype production with creative process

Environmental considerations

  1. Public vs. private spaces
  2. Enclosed vs. open spaces
  3. Application of materials to designs

Realism, abstract and nonobjective art

Scale in 3-D relationships

Subtractive and additive processes

The creative process

Idea development

Visual balance

Importance of craft and execution

Negative and positive space 3-D application

Principles of design
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