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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 MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
STUDIO HOURS MIN: 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
  • Public vs. private spaces
  • Enclosed vs. open spaces
  • 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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