NSU 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

306 Nova Southeastern University • Undergraduate Student Catalog • 2014–2015 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS and studio materials. Emphasis will be placed on developing compositional skills. A historical and contemporary survey of visual art and design will be examined. ARTS 2100 Painting I (3 credits) This course explores painting as a studio medium emphasizing the practice of painting and compositional skills. Student will represent form and space on a two-dimensional plane and utilize traditional and contemporary techniques while examining the history and aesthetics of various painters and styles. ARTS 2200 Digital Photography (3 credits) This course will explore the basic principles of photography and digital imaging. Camera operation, exposure, effect of the shutter and aperture, composition for impact, lens selection, and the qualities of light will be covered. ARTS 2300 Art and Society (3 credits) This course examines the ways in which artists and the arts have influenced Western society from the Renaissance to the 20th century, focusing on painting, sculpture, architecture, music, dance, and film. Students will also visit local museums and attend musical and theatrical events as a means of gaining a greater understanding of the arts. Prerequisite: COMP 1500 or WRIT 1500 or COMP 1500H. ARTS 2300H Art and Society Honors (3 credits) This course examines the ways in which artists and the arts have influenced Western society from the Renaissance to the 20th century, focusing on painting, sculpture, architecture, music, dance and film. Students will also visit local museums and attend musical and theatrical events as a means of gaining a greater understanding of the arts. (Honors students only). Prerequisite: COMP 1500 or COMP 1500H. ARTS 2410 Graphic Design I (3 credits) This course provides an introduction to graphic design. The computer is introduced as a graphic design problem-solving tool. Students will use current industry- standard software and technology to create designs based on graphic design principles. Through various assignments, students will become familiar with the operation of the personal computer while exploring the visual language of text, image and digital design. The course will familiarize students with basic aesthetic, technical, historical and conceptual issues as they relate to design. ARTS 2450 Graphic Design II (3 credits) This course will focus on the understanding of the design process and developing effective graphic design concepts for a variety of formats, with an emphasis on form, content, and principles of design and layout composition. Students will further their knowledge of industry-standard computer software as applied to various formats of visual communication. Prerequisite: ARTS 2410 ARTS 2600 Introduction to Arts Administration (3 credits) This course introduces basic principles, theories, concepts, processes and practices relating to organizations in the arts industry. Emphasis will be placed on the structure of the arts industry, leadership in the arts industry, staffing, volunteerism, fundraising, and intellectual property. Prerequisite: COMP 1500 or COMP 1500H. ARTS 2800 Three-Dimensional Design (3 credits) This course will be a study of form and structure, emphasizing the visual organization of three- dimensional art and design. Students will practice various methods in the construction of functional and non-functional designs. A historical and contemporary survey of sculpture, craft and industrial design will be examined. ARTS 3020 Women in the Arts (3 credits) A study of the particular contributions of women in art, music, theatre, and dance. Prerequisites: One ARTS course and COMP 2000 or COMP 2010 or COMP 2020 or COMP 2000H. ARTS 3040 Museum Studies and Gallery Practices (3 credits) This course offers an investigation of the many characteristics of museum and gallery management including hands-on participation in Gallery 217’s ongoing productions. Students will gain experience with exhibition research, design, development, and management. Additionally, students will have a real- world application to the continued operations and/or programs of Gallery 217. Prerequisites: COMP 2000, COMP 2010 or COMP 2020 and any 1000/2000 level ARTS course or COMP 2000H or ARTS 2300H. ARTS 3100 Painting II (3 credits) This course will continue the study and practice of painting. Students will develop an individual creative direction working thematic projects in oils, acrylics, and mixed media. Students are expected to develop a command of both technical and conceptual components of painting related to both the studio practices and the history of painting. Prerequisite: ARTS 2100. ARTS 3200 Digital Photographic Design (3 credits) This course provides the skills and concepts required to develop professional-quality illustrations, and photo manipulations. The focus of the course will be on both technical and aesthetic issues, and the relationship of image manipulation to different graphic design formats. Prerequisite: ARTS 2200.