2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 29, 2024  
2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Art and Art History Department


Dowd Fine Arts Center, Room 222
(607) 753-4316
Fax: (607) 753-5967
E-mail:
anne.mclorn@cortland.edu
www.cortland.edu/art/

School

Arts and Sciences

Faculty

Charles Heasley (Chair), Martine Barnaby, Jeremiah Donovan, Lori Ellis, Kathryn Kramer, Jennifer McNamara, Vaughn Randall, Barbara Wisch

Adjunct Faculty

For a listing of adjunct faculty see the Faculty and Administration  section.

Programs Offered

Bachelor of Arts in Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Studio
Bachelor of Arts in New Media Design

Majors Offered

Art – with a concentration in either studio art or art history
Art Studio
New Media Design

Concentrations Offered

Studio Art – with specialization in painting, printmedia, fiber arts, ceramics and sculpture.

Art History

Minors Offered

Art – with specialization in either studio art or art history

Description

The art and art history curriculum develops skills of analysis and critical thinking through instruction in the making and history of visual art. Art and art history courses emphasize the importance of the art object in society as a means of both individual and cultural expression, which is reinforced by a variety of guest lectures, studio critiques, and museum and gallery visits. The year-round program of exhibitions, visiting artists, and symposia organized by the Ruth E. Dowd Fine Arts Gallery complements the department’s activities by providing further opportunities for students to apply their developing aesthetic awareness to a wide range of artwork, ideas and values.

Special Features

  • Dowd Gallery and Art and Art History Department permanent art collection and study archive
  • Summer international study programs
  • Internships
  • Visiting artists and lecturers program
  • Scholarship fund
  • Visual resources collection
  • Cooperative work-study program

Requirements

  1. Degree requirements listed in this catalog  apply to all of the majors offered by this department.
  2. Liberal Arts Requirements: 90 credit hours.

Programs

Major

Minor

Courses

  • ATH 120 - Backgrounds in Art

    (A)Art principles and concepts, with their historical development, shown through design in visual art forms.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 121 - Art in the Ancient World

    (A)Art prior to Renaissance: Architecture, sculpture, and painting of Egypt, Near East, Greece, Rome, medieval Europe.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 122 - Art in the Modern World

    (A)Developments in Western Europe and the Americas from Renaissance culture through 20th century art.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 129 - Special Topics in Art and Art History

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 223 - Art History III

    (O)Introduction to arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O= offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 229 - Special Topics in Art and Art History

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 320 - History and Theory of Digital Arts

    (C)An exploration of the artist's role in both using and analyzing the new media. A critical historical review of he impact of the digital revolution.Prerequisites: ATH 121, 122.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 321 - Seminar in Art History

    (C)Specialized area of Western tradition of history of art. Reports based on independent research and study of related topic chosen in consultation with instructor required.Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 323 - North American Art: Colonial Period to World War II

    (C)Covers the period from 1620 to 1940 with emphasis not only on art and architecture from what is now the U.S. but also from Canada.Prerequisite: ATH 121 or 122.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 324 - Spanish and Spanish American Art and Architecture

    (O)Survey of art and architecture produced in Spain and Latin America from 1492 to present. A major concern is not only Spanish Colonial Art, including the contribution of indigenous peoples to it, but also contemporary art from Latin America.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or ATH 121 or 122.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O= offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 326 - Art of Greece and Rome

    (O)Sculpture, painting, architecture from Bronze Age civilizations of Aegean through Greece and Rome to fall of the Empire; Etruscan art included. Plastic visual arts related to other aspects of culture (history, literature, drama) in each period.Prerequisite: ATH 121 or 122.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 329 - Special Topics in Art and Art History

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 330 - Far Eastern Art

    (O)Introduction to art, architecture of Far East including India, China, Japan, Central Asia, Southeast Asia from periods of early river cultures through 19th century. Differences between Eastern, Western cultures; interaction among Far Eastern cultures; influence upon modern society stressed.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 340 - The Early Renaissance in Italy

    (C)Architecture, sculpture, and painting from the late 13th through 15th centuries. Works by Giotto, Brunelleschi, Donatello, Masaccio, Fra Angelico, Botticelli, etc., studied in their social and cultural contexts.Prerequisite: ATH 120, 121 or 122, or permission of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 341 - 15th, 16th Century Painting in Northern Europe

    (C)Development of Flemish, Dutch, German and French painting of 15th and 16th centuries: works by Hubert and Jan van Eyck, Rogier van Weyden, Bosch, Dürer, Grünewald, the elder Bruegel.Prerequisite: ATH 120, 121, 122 or permission of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 344 - Renaissance, Mannerism, Baroque

    (C)Analysis of High Renaissance art in Italy, 16th century Italian Mannerism, and 17th century Baroque art in Italy, France, Spain, England, Flanders, and Holland. Works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Bernini, Veláquez, Rubens, Rembrandt, etc., studied in their social and historical contexts.Prerequisite: ATH 120, 121, 122 or permission of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 355 - Rococo Through Impressionism: 18th and 19th Centuries

    (C)Value structures in painting, sculpture, architecture in 18th and 19th centuries in relation to political and industrial revolutions, changes in class structure, religious revivals and atheism.Prerequisite: ATH 121 or 122.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 357 - Modern Art

    (C)This course is a survey of significant activity and ideas in the visual arts from ca. 1880-1945. Focus is on the art of Western Europe with attention to changing critical perspectives. In addition, a number of themes such as gender, visuality, technology and mass media will be considered within the chronological framework.Prerequisite: ATH 120, 121, 122, or permission of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 385 - History of Prints

    (O)Technical and artistic developments in printmaking from beginning in 15th century to present.Prerequisite: ATH 121 or 122.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O= offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 420 - Aesthetics

    (O)Analysis of nature and function of art. Aesthetic theories from ancient Greece to modern period.Prerequisites: ATH 121 or 122.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 429 - Special Topics in Art and Art History

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 457 - Contemporary Art

    (C)This course is intended to provide an introductory overview of the visual forms, media, and theories of contemporary art, with particular focus upon how art is defined and how the role of the artist is understood.Prerequisite: ATH 120, 121, 122, or permission of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATH 529 - Special Topics in Art and Art History

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 101 - Drawing I

    (A)Lectures, demonstrations, critiques in methods and techniques of drawing. Series of basic graphic problems designed to develop visual perception.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 102 - Design I

    (A)Basic principles of two-dimensional design. Aesthetic, perceptive relationships of forms, colors explored with emphasis on development of visual perception through lectures, problems, critiques, outside reading.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 103 - Painting I

    (A)Introduction to oil painting. A survey of basic concepts and methods, including observation, invention, color, shape, composition, paint application and development of content. Painted work, group critiques, written preparatory assignments.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 104 - Ceramics I

    (A)Forming processes aimed at discovering creative, structural, plastic potentials inherent in ceramics materials. Frequent technical lectures, demonstrations, group critiques and outside reading in historical, technical aspects of pottery design and construction.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 106 - Sculpture I

    (A)Concepts of form. Various media, techniques explored as preparation for further study in sculpture. Weekly lectures, critiques, discussions of historical aspects of sculpture.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 107 - Printmaking I

    (A)Basic concepts of graphic image. Techniques of etching, block printing, silk screen, lithography explored as they relate to basic graphic concepts. Weekly illustrated lectures, critiques, discussion of historical aspects of printmaking.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 108 - Fibers I - Surface Design

    (A)Introduction to surface design processes on fabric. Creative use of alternative materials is encouraged. Lectures, critiques, discussions and research of historic and contemporary textiles will contribute to an understanding of textiles within our environment.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 112 - Photography I

    (B)Introduction to black and white photography as creative form of expression. Emphasis on camera use, darkroom techniques, aesthetics of the print and presentation of completed work of art.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 129 - Special Topics in Studio Art

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 201 - Drawing II

    (A)Drawing from nature, the figure, landscape, still life. Experimentation with various media. Frequent lectures, critiques, museum visits.Prerequisite: ATS 101.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 202 - Design II

    (B)Continuation of Design I. Class meetings include critiques of assignments. Lectures, visiting critics, films.Prerequisite: ATS 102.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 203 - Painting II

    (A)Further study of painting concepts, techniques and historic context. Development of series work through individual experimentation and research. Group discussion, critique and written documentation of process.Prerequisite: ATS 103.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 204 - Ceramics II

    (A)Development of ceramic processes. Creative exploration of materials emphasized. Frequent technical lectures, demonstrations, group critiques, outside reading in historical and technical aspects of pottery design and construction.Prerequisite: ATS 104.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 206 - Sculpture II

    (A)Human figure, other subjects related to nature. Emphasis on personal investigation of form. Continued exploration of various media, techniques related to sculpture. Frequent lectures, critiques, museum visits.Prerequisite: ATS 106.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 207 - Printmaking II

    (A)Intensified study of specific graphic techniques. Personal investigation of particular technique emphasized. Frequent lectures, critiques, museum visits.Prerequisite: ATS 107.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 208 - Fibers II - Weaving

    (A)Introduction to woven design processes. Creative use of alternative materials is encouraged. Lectures, critiques, discussions and research of historic and contemporary textiles will contribute to an understanding of textiles within our environment.Fulfills: GE 8;LASR(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 209 - Lithography I

    (B)Introduction to fine art lithography from aluminum plates. Intention is to acquaint students with fundamentals of black and white lithographic printing with emphasis on hand drawn and manipulated imagery. Techniques of image formation will include crayon application, wash drawing or lithotint, transfer from paper and Xerox, photo mechanically applied image.Prerequisite: ATS 101 or 102 or 107.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 217 - Color

    (B)Creative exploration of color. Color palette design strategies from basic to complex provide a framework for experimentation and development of individual aesthetic. Color design for a variety of media applications will be considered.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 229 - Special Topics in Studio Art

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 240 - Graphic Design I

    (B)An introduction to the processes, techniques, basic terminology and concepts of the graphic design profession. Students learn to apply graphic design theory to develop aesthetic expression and effective communication. Oriented to computer aided graphic and information design.Prerequisite: ATS 202.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 241 - Typography I

    (C)An introduction to typographic form through a series of structured investigations. Course study emphasizes basic letter-form design, vocabulary, measurement systems, computer typesetting and construction, and compositional principles used with text and display type.Prerequisite: ATS 202.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 301 - Drawing III

    (S)Emphasis on composition, media intended to develop understanding of possibilities in drawing and student’s own subjective approach. Lectures, critiques, reading assignments, wide variety of media used to expose students to more intellectual, technical possibilities.Prerequisite: ATS 201.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code S = offered in spring
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 302 - Design II

    (B)Experimental two-, three-dimensional design concepts explored as they relate to contemporary situations. Individual, group problems designed to develop understanding, control of aesthetic and perceptual design variables. Independent research, problems, critiques, lectures, field trips.Prerequisite: ATS 202.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 303 - Painting III

    (A)Intensified study of painting concepts, techniques and historic context. Development of series work through individual experimentation and research with greater emphasis on cohesive output and exhibition. Group discussion, critique and written documentation of process.Prerequisite: ATS 203.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 304 - Ceramics III

    (A)Practical experience in advanced technical aspects of firing and glaze chemistry; body formulations emphasized. Frequent lectures, reading assignments, group critiques.Prerequisite: ATS 204.LASR;Fulfills: PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 306 - Sculpture III

    (A)Prerequisite: ATS 206.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 307 - Printmaking II

    (A)Prerequisite: ATS 207.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 308 - Fibers III

    (A)Introduction to new fiber techniques. Continuation of woven processes and surface design techniques. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between surface and structure. Lectures, critiques, discussions and research of historic and contemporary textiles. Use of alternative materials is encouraged.Prerequisites: ATS 108 and 208.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 309 - Lithography II

    (B)Continuation of Lithography I; intended to encourage experimental uses of mechanical process in advanced multiple image formation. Technical problems involving use of color in lithography introduced; registration methods will demand that student has command over basic techniques of Lithography I.Prerequisite: ATS 209.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 314 - Figure Drawing I

    (O)Study of human figure using various media. Historical research emphasized through lectures; gallery, museum visits.Prerequisite: ATS 101.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 315 - Figure Drawing II

    (O)Continued study of the figure emphasizing individual problems, research, museum, gallery visits required.Prerequisite: ATS 314.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 316 - Silk Screen Printing

    (C)Creating of fine prints by silk screen process. Various types of stencils explored, i.e. paper, cut film, tusche-glue, etc.Prerequisite: ATS 101, 102 or 107.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 329 - Special Topics in Studio Art

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 330 - Artist's Books

    (C)Introduction to the use of the book as an object of artistic expression. Students learn to design and apply methods of binding, box making and print media as they produce personal statements. Historical and contemporary usage of the codex format will be explored in lectures and critiques and with visits to local collections in museums and libraries.Prerequisite: ATS 101 or 102.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 340 - Graphic Design II

    (B)An extension of the Graphic Design I course, stressing three objectives: craftsmanship, composition, and concept of aesthetic form as communication. Practical design problem solving within a professionally oriented studio environment.Prerequisites: ATS 101, 240 and 241.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 342 - Art and The Internet

    (C)Introduction to the history and practical application of the use of the Internet as a communicative and artistic tool. Students will learn a wide range of HTML and multimedia content authoring tools in the production of individual project sites.Prerequisites: ATS 102 and 202.Fulfills: LASR andPRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 343 - Multi-Media I

    (C)Introduction to time-based and interactive digital media. Audio and visual media are explored and refined into personal aesthetic statements.Prerequisites: ATS 101, 240 and 241.Fulfills: PRES.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 401 - Drawing IV

    (A)Individual study, experimentation with various media. Portfolio of drawings required before completion of course. Frequent lectures, critiques, museum visits.Prerequisite: ATS 301.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 403 - Painting IV

    (A)Intensified study of painting concepts, techniques and historic context. Development of series work through individual experimentation and research with greater emphasis on unique solutions pertaining to student's personal creative interests. Group discussion, critique and written documentation of process.Prerequisite: ATS 303.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 404 - Ceramics IV

    (A)Self-directed study expanding on earlier course work. Advanced glaze chemistry, other technical and aesthetic aspects of pottery design and execution. Independent research, group critiques, lectures.Prerequisite: ATS 304.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 406 - Sculpture IV

    (A)Self-directed study in selected area of interest. Further development of sculptural ideas as expressed through various media and techniques. Research into historical aspects of sculpture. Group lectures, critiques, seminars, museum visits.Prerequisite: ATS 306.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 407 - Printmaking IV

    (A)Self-directed study in selected area of interest. Further development of graphic concepts as expressed through various media of student's choice. Research into historical aspects of graphic form relating to other intellectual, artistic activity. Group lectures, critiques, personal criticism, museum visits; print collection at Cornell Museum utilized.Prerequisite: ATS 307.Fulfills: LASR.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 408 - Fibers IV

    (A)Self-directed study in selected fibers area pertaining to concepts and techniques related to a student's body of work. Development of a comprehensive series of work leading to the creation of a portfolio. Intensified study of contemporary fibers contexts and written documentation of the student’s process.Prerequisite: ATS 308.Fulfills: LASR;PRES.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 429 - Special Topics in Studio Art

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 440 - Portfolio Practicum

    (C)An intensive studio class open to senior-level students. this course is the final culmination of the methods and practices investigated throughout the New Media Design Program. Topics to be explored include business practices and visual portfolio presentation.Prerequisites: ATS 340 and 343.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(2 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 498 - Bachelor of Fine Arts - Thesis I

    (A)Thesis research and experimentation in consultation with thesis committee for BFAS majors.Consent of department.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 499 - Bachelor of Fine Arts - Thesis II

    (A)Continuation of ATS 498 for BFAS majors. Consent of department. Prerequisite: ATS 498.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATS 529 - Special Topics in Studio Art

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.Notes: The State University of New York College at Cortland reserves the right to select and retain indefinitely any student art work done in connection with course work completed at the College.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 115 - Field Study at Raquette Lake

    (F)Introduction to interdisciplinary study in art studio and art history. Students are assessed a fee for room and board at Raquette Lake.Prerequisite: Consent of department.(1 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code F = offered in fall
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 129 - Special Topics in Art Theory

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 229 - Special Topics in Art Theory

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 329 - Special Topics in Art Theory

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 415 - Advanced Field Study at Raquette Lake

    (F)Advanced interdisciplinary study in art studio and art history. Students are assessed a fee for room and board at Raquette Lake. May be repeated for up to three credit hours.Prerequisite: ATT 115.(1 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code F = offered in fall
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 429 - Special Topics in Art Theory

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 490 - Individual Problems in Art I

    (A)Research or experimentation in area of visual arts or art history.Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3-6 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 491 - Individual Problems in Art II

    (A)Continuation of ATT 490.Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.Fulfills: LASR.(3-6 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 495 - Historical and Technical Research

    (A)Advanced problems, experimentation stressing research, involvement with theoretical, technical, historical aspects of a discipline as they relate to student's work. May be repeated when subtitle changes for maximum of 12 hours.Prerequisite: Consent of department.Fulfills: LASR.(3 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code A = offered every semester
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
  • ATT 529 - Special Topics in Art Theory

    (O)Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes.Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit.(1-4 cr. hr.)

    Frequency code O = offered occasionally
    Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.


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