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2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Department of Art and Art History
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AH 100 - Introduction to the History of Western Art I (4)
History and analysis of the visual arts of western Europe from prehistoric times through the Medieval period. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
AH 101 - Introduction to the History of Western Art II (4)
History and analysis of the visual arts of western Europe from the Renaissance to the present. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
AH 104 - Introduction to Arts of Asia and the Islamic World (4)
Introduction to the monuments of Asia, including India, China, Japan and the Islamic world, including the Near East and North Africa. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
AH 200 - Critical Thinking and Writing in Art History (4)
Introduction to research in art and art history, practice in writing about art from various points of view, and analytical reading of critical texts. Written and oral presentation of major research paper. Open to Studio Art and Art History majors only. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100 and AH 101 or AH 104 and written permission of the instructor.
AH 291 - Concepts of Modern and Postmodern Art (4)
An overview of major movements, artists and critical themes of twentieth century art and an introduction to the themes of contemporary critical discourse. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 301 - Japanese Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms (bronze, ceramic, lacquer ware, armor) in Japan from prehistory to modern times.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or IS 220.
AH 304 - Chinese Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms (bronze, ceramic, lacquer ware, jade) in China from prehistory to modern times.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or IS 210.
AH 305 - African Art (4)
The arts of the indigenous peoples of West, Central and East Africa. May be offered concurrently at the graduate level as AH 505.
Prerequisite(s): 4 credits in art history or IS 230.
AH 307 - Buddhist Art (4)
The development of architecture sculpture, painting, and other decorative arts as created by and for the practices of Buddhism from 3rd century B.C.E. to present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or REL 350.
AH 308 - Native American Art (4)
Native American art of the United States and Canada. Identical with AN 308.
Prerequisite(s): 4 credits in art history.
AH 309 - Pre-Columbian Art (4)
The arts of the Indians of Mexico, Central America and South America prior to the Spanish Conquest. Identical with AN 309.
Prerequisite(s): 4 credits in art history or IS 250.
AH 310 - Art of the Ancient Near East (4)
The architecture, sculpture and painting of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Iran, Asia Minor and Syria from the Neolithic to the Roman period. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
AH 312 - Greek Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in classical Greece from ca. 1000 B.C.E. until the period of Roman domination in the Mediterranean area, ca. 100 B.C.E. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge application integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge application integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
AH 314 - Roman Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Etruria and in the Roman Republic and Empire from ca. 600 B.C.E. until the relocation of the capital at Constantinople in C.E. 330. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge application integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge application integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
AH 320 - Islamic Art (4)
The development of art and architecture in Islam from the seventh to the nineteenth century in the Middle East, Near East, North Africa, West and Central Asia, Arab and Moorish Spain, and the Muslim Indian subcontinent.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or IS 270.
AH 322 - Early Medieval, Byzantine, and Romanesque Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Christian Europe from C.E. 330 through the apex of monasticism, ca. C.E. 1150.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
AH 326 - Gothic Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in western Europe from ca. 1150 through the period of the Crusades and medieval urbanism, ca. 1400.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100.
AH 330 - Renaissance Art in Italy (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Italy during the Renaissance from 1300 to 1600.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 334 - Renaissance Art in Northern Europe (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in northern Europe from 1400 to 1600.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 340 - Baroque Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in western Europe from 1600 to 1700.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 343 - Russian Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Russia from the tenth century to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101 or IS 260.
AH 345 - German Art (4)
Development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Germany from prehistory to 1871.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100 or 101.
AH 348 - English Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in Britain from the Renaissance through the eighteenth century.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 350 - American Art (4)
The development of architecture, sculpture and painting in the United States from the early colonial period to World War I.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 351 - Women In Art (4)
The traditional image of woman in art and the contribution of women artists in Europe and the United States from the Middle Ages until the present. Identical with WGS 351.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101 or WGS 200.
AH 352 - African-American Art (4)
The arts of African-Americans from the colonial period to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 355 - Michigan Architecture (4)
The development of the commercial, domestic, industrial, public and religious architecture of Michigan from the period of early settlement to the present. May be offered concurrently at the graduate level as AH 555.
AH 357 - Chinese Architecture (4)
The development of the built environment in China from prehistory to modern times with emphasis on structural and stylistic evolvement, cultural exchange, and ideological engagement.
Prerequisite(s): AH 104 or IS 210.
AH 360 - Nineteenth-Century Art (4)
The development of sculpture, painting and related media in the western world from the French Revolution to 1900.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 361 - Twentieth-Century Art I, 1900-1945 (4)
The development of sculpture, painting and related media in the western world from 1900 to 1945.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 362 - Twentieth-Century Art II, 1945 to Present (4)
The development of sculpture, painting and related media in the western world from 1945 to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 363 - Modern Architecture and Urban Design (4)
The development of architecture and urban design in Europe and the United States from the Industrial Revolution to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 367 - Film and the Visual Arts (4)
The study of film as a visual art and the relationship between film and twentieth-century artistic movements.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101 or CIN 150.
AH 368 - History of Photography I, 1825 to 1914 (4)
Development of still photography as a mode of visual art and communication from its invention to the first world war.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 369 - History of Photography II, 1914 to Present (4)
The growth of still photography as a form of visual art and communication from the first world war to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 370 - History of Prints and Printmaking (4)
The graphic arts in Europe and America from 1450 to the present, including printmaking techniques, collecting and conservation. Students will study original prints.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 375 - History of the Decorative Arts (4)
The decorative arts in Europe and America from 1450 to the present.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101.
AH 380 - Museum Studies in Art History (4)
The study of the art museum, including an overview of the museum profession, management and care of collections, and the registration, conservation, exhibition and interpretation of art objects in a museum setting. The course format will include lectures and field trips.
Prerequisite(s): 16 credits in art history, of which at least 8 must be at the 300-400 level.
AH 385 - Seminar in Art History (4)
Seminar in a specific area of art history. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for credit, but may only be used once to satisfy a field category in the art history major. The subject area will determine the category.
Prerequisite(s): AH 100, AH 101 or AH 104 as appropriate for the seminar; AH 200 and permission of instructor.
AH 387 - Seminar in Critical Theory (4)
Introduction to critical theory and the application of its methodologies to the study of art. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
AH 390 - Topics in Art History (4)
Specific topics in art history for which no regular course offerings exist. Topic will be announced before each offering. May be repeated for 4 additional credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
AH 391 - Readings In Art History (2)
Specific readings in art history, art criticism, connoisseurship and conservation. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for a total of 4 credits.
Prerequisite(s): 16 credits in art history of which at least 8 must be at the 300-400 level and permission of instructor.
AH 395 - Study Abroad in Art History (4)
Specific topics and directed individual research in art history offered through the Center for International Programs. Specific international program will be announced in the schedule of classes.
Prerequisite(s): permission of Director of International Education.
AH 396 - Directed Study Abroad in Art History (1 to 4)
Directed individual research for art history majors who travel abroad to study art monuments. Topics must be approved by instructor before departure. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for a total of up to 8 credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
AH 399 - Field Experience in Art History (4)
Field experience for art history majors under faculty supervision. An academic project that incorporates student performance in an occupational setting. May not be repeated for credit or taken by students who have received credit for SA 399.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
AH 495 - Senior Thesis in Art History I (2)
A two semester sequence in methodology and directed individual research for art history majors, culminating in a capstone research and writing project and an oral presentation. Offered in sequential fall and winter semesters. AH 495 must be taken first. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, AH 200, and 28 credits of art history of which at least 12 must be at the 300 level, and permission of instructor.
AH 496 - Senior Thesis in Art History II (2)
A two semester sequence in methodology and directed individual research for art history majors, culminating in a capstone research and writing project, and an oral presentation. Offered in sequential fall and winter semesters. AH 495 must be taken first. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): AH 495.
AH 499 - Independent Research in Art History (4)
Independent research for art history majors.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
DES 230 - Graphic Design I (4)
Conceptual and technical approaches to graphic design through two- and three-dimensional design projects. Emphasis on the use of type, four-color and spot color, line, art, and continuous tone images in the preparation of design practices for visual communication.
Prerequisite(s): SA 130 with a grade of 3.0 or higher.
DES 330 - Web Design (4)
Planning and production of visually driven websites with emphasis on the creative use of Internet, Intranet, and World Wide Web systems.
Prerequisite(s): SA 130 with a grade of 3.0 or higher.
DES 335 - Typography (4)
Exploration of typography as used in applied and fine art forms through traditional hands-on and digital design assignments. Emphasis placed on type as form.
Prerequisite(s): SA 130 with a grade of 3.0 or higher.
SA 100 - Foundations of Visual Literacy (4)
In this analytical overview of the forms and uses of visual imagery, students will learn to think critically about the formal methods and cultural impact of contemporary art media. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
SA 102 - Foundations of Studio Art (4)
Students explore the basic elements of design and principles of art in black-and-white and color through two-dimensional and three-dimensional work.
SA 104 - Foundations of Media Art (4)
Students explore the aesthetic, conceptual and technological transformations of media passing into, through and out of the digital domain.
SA 105 - Drawing for Non-Majors (4)
Through observation and the building of basic drawing skills, students with little or no art experience explore the fundamentals of traditional drawing. Cannot be used to fulfill any studio art requirement for the studio art major or minor. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
SA 107 - Painting for Non-Majors (4)
Focus on technique and building of basic painting skills. Students with little or no art experience explore the fundamentals of painting.
SA 130 - Introduction to Graphic Design (4)
Students will explore the theory and practice of graphic design as applied art form through traditional hands-on and digital design assignments.
Prerequisite(s): SA 102 and SA 104.
SA 160 - Photography for Non-Majors (4)
Introduction to the technical, intellectual, inventive, and expressive possibilities of a broad range of traditional and non-traditional photographic processes. Cannot be used to fulfill any studio art requirements for the major or minor, but does fulfill a core requirement for majors in the studio art education K-12 degree program. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
SA 200 - Critical Theory and Practice in Art (4)
Analytical reading in critical art and cultural theory, combined with the practice of art, critical analysis, writing and lecturing about art. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): SA 100 or AH 101; may not be taken concurrent with SA 491.
SA 201 - Beginning Drawing (4)
The fundamentals of drawing, through accurate observation of the physical world, are explored: tools, techniques, rendering linear perspective and chiaroscuro.
Prerequisite(s): SA 102.
SA 216 - Beginning Painting (4)
Introduction to the technical, intellectual, inventive and expressing possibilities of oil painting on canvas.
Prerequisite(s): SA 201.
SA 260 - Digital Imaging I (4)
Explores the digital photographic process (cameras, scanners, and digital manipulation) as tools to create conceptually relevant art.
Prerequisite(s): SA 104.
SA 268 - Video Art I (4)
Introduction to the creation of video as an art form from historical, conceptual, and practical perspectives. Thematic projects cover contemporary topics in video art. Screenings and articles are discussed to complement artistic production.
Prerequisite(s): SA 104.
SA 300 - Professional Practices and Portfolio Design (2)
Professional preparation in studio art, through portfolio design, writing for the visual arts, studio safety/environmental issues and the financial, legal and ethical aspects of careers in art.
Prerequisite(s): SA 100, 104 and any 200 level studio art class.
SA 301 - Intermediate Drawing (4)
Building upon traditional perceptual drawing skills, class moves towards more conceptual and experimental issues and applications of drawing.
Prerequisite(s): SA 201.
SA 302 - Life Drawing I (4)
Drawing from the life model, course focuses on the traditional practices of anatomical rendering.
Prerequisite(s): SA 201.
SA 308 - Large Format Drawing (4)
Explores the formal, conceptual, expressive and dynamic possibilities of large-scale drawing.
Prerequisite(s): SA 301.
SA 310 - Media Drawing (4)
Pushes the boundaries of traditional drawing by examining new methods of working and new and nontraditional materials, exploring cutting-edge of new media and contemporary art.
Prerequisite(s): SA 301.
SA 316 - Intermediate Painting (4)
Focus on technique, perceptual development and personal expression. Accurate rendering in paint of proportion, volume and chiaroscuro is given precedence.
Prerequisite(s): SA 216.
SA 317 - Life Painting I (4)
Focuses on objective study and formal construction of the figure using oil paint. Emphasis is placed upon accuracy and chiaroscuro.
Prerequisite(s): SA 302.
SA 340 - Historic Painting Techniques I (4)
Study of the techniques of the Old Masters, focusing on the tools and methods of five hundred years of western painting, particularly oil glazes on panel, egg tempera on panel, fresco and oil on canvas.
Prerequisite(s): AH 101 or SA 102.
SA 341 - Historic Painting Techniques II (4)
Building on SA 241, class focuses on a particular epoch or artist for a more refined directed individual course of study.
Prerequisite(s): SA 340.
SA 350 - Black and White Photography I (4)
Focus on the development of traditional photographic technique and the conceptual practice of photography as a fine art medium.
Prerequisite(s): SA 104.
SA 360 - Digital Imaging II (4)
Building upon the digital photographic process, the course moves toward more conceptual, technical and experimental issues and application of photography.
Prerequisite(s): SA 260.
SA 362 - Black and White Photography II (4)
Building upon traditional printing skills, course moves toward more conceptual, technical, and experimental issues and application of photography.
Prerequisite(s): SA 350.
SA 368 - Video Art II (4)
A continuation of Video Art I with emphasis on individual development. Projects explore aesthetic and conceptual forms used in contemporary video art. Screenings and articles are discussed to complement artistic production.
Prerequisite(s): SA 268.
SA 370 - Internet Art (4)
Utilizing the World Wide Web as their medium, students will create non/multilinear and interactive art pieces for public online access. Aesthetic and conceptual issues on the brief history of this medium are explored.
Prerequisite(s): SA 104.
SA 375 - Conceptual and Postmodern Art (4)
Advanced course explores the intellectual and expressive possibilities of conceptual and postmodern art through the creation of art that questions traditional modes of representation.
Prerequisite(s): SA 268, 301 or 316.
SA 380 - Advanced Drawing and Painting I (4)
Progression from assignment-based work to individualized bodies of artwork in drawing and painting, emphasizing personal expression, use of materials, and aesthetic critical theory.
Prerequisite(s): SA 301 or 316.
SA 381 - Advanced Photography (4)
Progression from assignment-based work to individualized bodies of artwork in photography emphasizing self-expression, use of materials, and aesthetic critical theory.
Prerequisite(s): SA 260, 350 and either 360 or 362.
SA 383 - Advanced New Media (4)
Progression from assignment-based work to individualized bodies of artwork in new media emphasizing personal expression, aesthetic critical theory, experimentation and advanced digital skills.
Prerequisite(s): SA 368, 370.
SA 392 - Topics in Studio Art (4)
Specific topics in studio art for which no regular course offerings exist. Topic, instructor and prerequisite will be announced before each offering. May be repeated for 4 additional credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
SA 395 - Projects in Studio Art (2)
Specific projects in studio art for which no regular offerings exist. May be repeated in a subsequent semester under a different instructor for a total of 4 credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
SA 396 - Directed Study Abroad in Studio Art (1 to 4)
Directed individual research for studio art majors who travel abroad to study art monuments. Topic/creative activity must be approved by instructor before departure. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for a total of up to 8 credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
SA 397 - Study Abroad in Studio Art (4)
Specific topics and directed individual creative activity in studio art offered through the Center for International Programs. Specific international program will be announced in the schedule of classes.
Prerequisite(s): permission of Director of International Education.
SA 399 - Field Experience in Studio Art (4)
Field experience for studio art majors under faculty supervision. An academic project that incorporates student performance in an occupational setting. May not be repeated for credit or taken by students who have received credit for AH 399.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
SA 480 - Advanced Drawing and Painting II (4)
In-depth individual study and group critique as students begin work on the coherent body of artwork in drawing and/or painting that will form their student thesis work.
Prerequisite(s): SA 380.
SA 482 - Advanced Photography and New Media (4)
In-depth individual study and group critique as students begin work on the coherent body of artwork in photography and/or new media that will form their student thesis work.
Prerequisite(s): SA 381 or 383.
SA 491 - Senior Thesis in Studio Art (4)
Focusing on directed individual study, the student completes a coherent body of advanced art work, culminating in a thesis exhibition and thesis paper. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): senior standing, and either SA 480 or 482, and permission of instructor.
SA 495 - Independent Study in Studio Art (4)
Directed individual investigation of specific problems in the visual arts. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for a total of 8 credits.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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