Iowa State University Courses and Programs 1999-2001

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Art (Art)
Courses Primarily for Undergraduate Students

Art 108. Visual Foundations I
(0-6) Cr. 3. F.SS. Exploring visual order, creative process, and interaction of two- and three-dimensional design. Introduction to color. Materials fee.

Art 109. Visual Foundations II
(0-6) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: 108. Continued exploration of visual order, creative process, and interaction of two- and three-dimensional design and color. Materials fee.

Art 110. Orientation to Art and Design
(1-0) Cr. R. F.S. Overview of the department and university with special emphasis on curricula, program planning, and study skills. Advising, policy and procedures, student services. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Art 130. Drawing I
(1-6) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Drawing concepts with practical application; various media, materials, and subject matter. Materials fee.

Art 230. Drawing II
(0-6) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: 130. Composition and techniques in relation to visual imagery. Materials fee.

Art 292. Dimensions of Art and Design
(Same as Dsn S 292.) (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. The work of the artist and designer through an examination of the design process, artistic style, and selected art and design forms. Cross-cultural viewpoints and issues of diversity in relation to the visual arts and design fields. Primarily for nonmajors. Materials fee.

Art 494. Art and Design in Europe Seminar
(1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Permission of instructor and planned enrollment in 495. Cultural and historical aspects of art and design in Western Europe in preparation for study abroad. Area of study varies each time offered. Materials fee. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
A.Fine Arts
G. Graphic Design
I. Interior Design
N. Art History

Art 495. Art and Design in Europe
(Dual-listed with 595.) Arr. Cr. 3. F.SS. Prereq: 494, permission of instructor. International study abroad program in western Europe. Visits to design studios, art museums, and educational facilities. Related activities depending on specific area of study which may vary each time offered. Tour expenses to be paid by the student.
A.Fine Arts
G. Graphic Design
I. Interior Design
N. Art History

Art 496. Art and Design Field Study
Arr. Cr. R. Prereq: Enrollment in an art and design studio or art history course, permission of instructor. Study and tours of museums, galleries, artist and/or designer studios and other areas of interest within art and design. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis. May be repeated. Field trip fee, materials fee.

Art 497. Studio Internship
Arr. Cr. 1 to 6 each time taken, maximum of 6. F.S.SS. Prereq: Advanced classification in a department curriculum. Written approval of supervising instructor and department chair on required form in advance of semester of enrollment. Supervised experience with a cooperating artist or studio. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Art 498. Museum/Gallery Internship
Arr. Cr. 1 to 6 each time taken, maximum of 6. F.S.SS. Prereq: Advanced classification in a department curriculum. Written approval of supervising instructor on required form in advance of semester of enrollment. Supervised experience with a cooperating museum or gallery or art center. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Art 499. BFA Seminar and Exhibition
Arr. Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Senior classification in the Art and Design-BFA curriculum. Participation in a group exhibition. Statement of artistic philosophy and career goals; resume development. Students should enroll in this course the spring semester prior to completion of the BFA degree. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

Courses Primarily for Graduate Students
(open to qualified undergraduate students)

Art 501. Art and Design Seminar
(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Presentation and discussion of basic issues in contemporary art and design. Materials fee.

Art 511. Seminar in Teaching
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2001. Prereq: Graduate classification. Readings and discussion of university level design education issues; studio/classroom observation; development of a teaching philosophy; lesson planning and presentation. Materials fee.

Art 595. Art and Design in Europe
(Dual-listed with 495.) Arr. Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Graduate classification, 494 or equivalent, permission of instructor. International study abroad program in western Europe. Visits to design studios, art museums, and educational facilities. Related activities depending on specific area of study which may vary each time offered. Tour expenses to be paid by the student.
A. Fine Arts
G. Graphic Design
I. Interior Design
N. Art History

Art 598. Museum/Gallery Internship
Arr. Cr. 1 to 6 each time taken, maximum of 6. F.S.SS. Prereq: Graduate classification and permission of instructor. Written approval in advance of semester of enrollment. Supervised experience with a cooperating museum or gallery or art center. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Courses for Graduate Students

Art 697. Studio Internship
Arr. Cr. var., maximum of 9. F.S.SS. Prereq: Graduate classification and approval of department chair. Supervised off-campus learning experience with a prominent artist, designer, or firm.

Art 698. Current Issues in Art and Design
Cr. 1 to 3, each time taken, maximum of 9. Prereq: Graduate classification. Selected issues in contemporary art and design literature and work. Topics and readings vary each time offered. Materials fee.
G. Graphic Design
I. Interior Design
K. Interdisciplinary Design

Art 699. Research
Cr. var.
A. Thesis
B. Thesis-exhibition (Materials fee)

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